He’s been described as "a complete guitarist", "a singer songwriter of rare talent" and "absurdly accomplished". Ask anyone on the English folk scene who their favourite guitarist, singer and songwriter is and nine times out of ten his name will crop up. In a career spanning thirty years, Steve Tilston has become widely recognised within the world of folk and contemporary music. He’s toured with Ballet Rambert, John Renbourn, traditional singer Maggie Boyle and in WAZ! (with Maartin Allcock and Pete Zorn). His songs have been covered by a who’s who of the folk scene. He’s the writer of the classic songs - recorded by Fairport Convention - Slipjigs and Reels, The Naked Highwayman and Here’s to Tom Paine.  Follow this link to the Steve Tilston website: www.steve-tilston.co.uk/

Chris Parkinson has played music since the age of five, first the harmonica, then piano, guitar, concertina, tin whistle, melodeon, piano accordion and keyboards, and even a little fiddle. He’s a founder member of the highly acclaimed The House Band, has played with Waterson/Carthy, Mike Harding, Martin Simpson, Alistair Russell (ex-Battlefield Band) and John Kirkpatrick (with whom he was nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards as best duo). He also worked with Ralph McTell and Billy Connolly on his BBC TV series.

This is a rare chance to see these two great friends on stage together - one of our most renowned songwriters and guitarists and one of the country’s most sought after instrumentalists.  As if this wasn't enough, support for the evening is provided by Steve's daughter Martha Tilston, a sparkling performer with a lovely pure voice, whose recent debut album has been getting great reviews.

Tickets will almost certainly sell out in advance for this gig, so please book early. Tickets are only £8 in advance (£10 on the door) - telephone 01342 714810/716975 or email: info_at_acousticsussex_dot_org_dot_uk