Martin Simpson is one of the world"s finest acoustic guitar players, a musician of extraordinary technical skill and versatility; unpredictable, individual and a player of great subtlety. Twice winner of the BBC Folk Musician of the Year Award, he is also an accomplished singer who is equally at home in English and American songs. He has a huge following in the U. S. where he lived for a number of years, building up a formidable legion of fans for his uncompromising blend of songs and instrumental virtuosity.