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Martha Wainwright Featuring Devon Sproule

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Last broadcast on Fri, 19 Sep 2008, 20:30 on BBC Four (see all broadcasts).

Synopsis

Mark Radcliffe presents coverage of the Cambridge Folk Festival, featuring the top artists from the world of folk, roots and acoustic music, either live in concert from the main stage or in exclusive backstage performances.

Martha Wainwright's performance of Comin' Tonight from the main stage at the festival is followed by three further performances from her set, interwoven with interview and an impromptu acoustic session by the festival's famous duck pond.

Guitarist and songwriter Devon Sproule combines Appalachian, folk and jazz influences and this introduction to her includes an exclusive performance of Plea For A Good Night's rest in the festival's intimate surroundings.

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Presenter
Mark Radcliffe
Presenter
Mary Kennedy

Broadcasts

  1. Fri 29 Aug 2008
    22:00
  2. Sat 30 Aug 2008
    03:10
  3. Fri 19 Sep 2008
    20:30

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