In Studio: Bert Jansch

Soundcheck | Dec 13, 2010

British guitarist Bert Jansch helped found the groundbreaking folk-rock band Pentangle in the 60s; his legions of fans include Neil Young and Jimmy Page. He visited our studio about a year before he passed away on Oct. 5, 2011 at age 67. Hear this master player perform three songs -- "Katie Cruel," "Blackwaterside," and "Morning Brings Peace of Mind" -- in our studio.

 

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