He makes his first appearance in Belfast with the Belfast Jazz Orchestra Big Band, under their Musical Director Arthur Acheson. Two greats of Afro American jazz span the generations in a not to be missed dream team pairing. The Windham Hill recording artist and current Grammy nominee celebrates 25 years of Lowden Guitars. An illustrated talk by Jim Hunter on the fascinating and surprising history of this famous song. A multi-cultural music and dance workshop by the Performing Arts North Cultural Group involving performance from Africa, China, India and Ireland.
Audience participation is encouraged.
The internationally acclaimed acoustic guitar - finger stylist celebrates 25 years of Lowden guitars. Tommy Sands presents his popular Downtown Radio programme live from the Festival.