English folk songs at uNi

The uNi Coffeehouse Concert Series presents Brian Peters, from England's folk music scene, on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Peters is one of the English folk scene's great all-arounders: a compelling singer, a top "squeezebox" player and a skilled guitarist. Special guest Jeff Davis will join him on several selections. Davis is a master of old-time fiddle, banjo, mandocello, guitar, spoons, jaw's harps and more. One of the U.K.'s best anglo-concertina players, Peters is just as good on melodeon (button accordion), and internationally known as a singer of traditional ballads. Peters delivers a repertoire of startling variety, so alongside those classic songs from the tradition, and lively English dance tunes, the audience will hear newer songs, his own instrumental compositions, and wild squeezebox excursions into ragtime or blues. His stage act bristles with energy and wit. Peters presents his material with warmth and unforced humor to appeal to the casual listener as well as the committed folk fan. Peters has played major folk festivals in Britain, Australia, New Zealand, the USA and Canada, as well as touring extensively in Europe. He has collaborated with many British and American musicians, is in demand as an instrumental teacher and workshop leader, and has recorded eight solo and two duo CDs. English Dance and Song called him "A front-rank English musician on melodeon and concertina." Enda Kenny, of Folk in Victoria (Australia) said it best: "His playing is inventive and without fault, his vocals are strong and evocative, and his stage patter holds your interest while you are holding your sides. This guy is bloody good" The concert will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Society Meetinghouse, 245 Porter Lake Drive, in Springfield, Mass. For more information or to make reservations, please call (413) 562-3990 or visit their Web site at:www.uNiCoffeehouse.org. Tickets are $15 at the door. uNi Coffeehouse Concert Series sponsored by The Unitarian Universalist Society of Greater Springfield. For further information contact: Ed or Beth Brown at the number above, or by email: edbethui@comcast.net. uNi Coffeehouse Concerts Concerts at the coffeehouse feature:

• A lovely wooded location bordering on Longmeadow and the Forest Park woodlands
• Easy access from anywhere via Interstate 91. Parking lot, plus space along road for later arrivals
• Acoustic music (not electric, not excessively loud), some very old songs and tunes, some very new
• Experienced performers from across the United States, Canada, and Great Britain
• Coffeehouse style atmosphere relaxed, informal, low stage, candlelight, but no alcohol, no smoke
• Lively concert hall sound in an intimate setting; performers often mingle with audience during breaks
• Refreshments available home baked goodies, hot spiced cider, coffee, teas, & just popped popcorn
• Handicapped accessible (please phone ahead for directions to the no-stairs entrance and to arrange preferred seating.) — courtesy of uNi Coffeehouse