While & Matthews

One of the finest and most loved duos on the British and World folk/roots stages. Chris While and Julie Matthews have been one of the leading forces in the British singer/songwriter scene for over 30 years. In 2026 Chris While & Julie Matthews are more powerful than ever and remain at the very top of their game with another packed out tour. They have played more than 3,000 gigs, appeared on over 100 albums, written hundreds of original songs and reached millions of people around the world. Now, 30 years after their debut, they sound as fresh and vital as ever. Chris While (vocals, guitar, banjo, dulcimer, bodhran and percussion) and Julie Matthews (vocals, piano, guitar, mandolin and bouzouki) are renowned for their seamless harmonies and affinity for each other on stage, they are stunning singers, songwriters, musicians, producers and arrangers and performers whose energy and commitment to their craft and their audience is boundless. Chris and Julie have been nominated ten times in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in the 'Best Song, Best Duo, Best Live Act' categories, winning Best Duo in 2009. Tickets ?18, available from Spring Bank Arts Mon to Fri 9:30-12:30 on 01663 308202, on the door and online. Doors and Bar open 7pm