Bert Jansch was a British acoustic guitarist and singer-songwriter who played a significant role in shaping the folk music scene of the 1960s. Born on April 3, 1943, in Glasgow, Scotland, Jansch moved to London at a young age where he became involved with the city's thriving folk scene. He was one of the founder members of the influential band Pentangle, which blended folk with rock and jazz elements.
Jansch's guitar playing style was characterized by his use of complex fingerpicking patterns, which influenced many other musicians including Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, and John Renbourn. His music was often introspective and melancholic, reflecting his Scottish heritage and the folk tradition he grew up with. Despite struggling with hearing loss towards the end of his life, Jansch continued to perform and record music until his passing on October 5, 2011.
Jansch's impact on British folk music cannot be overstated. He was a true innovator who helped shape the genre by incorporating elements from rock, jazz, and blues into his playing style. His music has inspired generations of musicians, including many who have covered his songs or been influenced by his unique approach to the acoustic guitar.
THE PENTANGLE Basket Of Light 1981 UK vinyl LP Bert Jansch John Renbourn *
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Bert Jansch Leather Launderette LP Album Vinyl Record CRO 218 - EX/VG+
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Bert Jansch Santa Barbara Honeymoon LP Album Vinyl Record CAS 1107 - NM
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"" NICK DRAKE "" Bert Jansch,, Davy Graham " Folk Blues " 60s Film .... DVD
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BERT JANSCH ‘Bert Jansch’ Transatlantic First LP Record - Pentangle
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The Best Of British Folk Music Vinyl Record LP - Pentangle Steve Tilston Bert Ja
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Bert Jansch Early Bert Volume 4 Reissue LP Album Vinyl Record XTRA 1170 - EX/EX
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Bert Jansch - The Bert Jansch Sampler. Orig 1st Press 1969 UK EX/VG+
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Bert Jansch Living in the Shadows [Digital Download Card] Vinyl - New
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Bert Jansch Santa Barbara Honeymoon LP Album Vinyl Record CAS 1107 - EX/EX
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BERT JANSCH & JOHN RENBOURN Bert & John (Transatlantic UK 1st Press LP 1966)
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BERT JANSCH The Bert Jansch Sampler Vinyl Record LP Transatlantic 1969 Pentangle
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Bert Jansch : From The Outside | Earth Recordings Red Record LP Vinyl 12" Album
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Bert & John TRA 144 Bert Jansch & John Renbourn Mono 1st Impression 1966
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Bert Jansch It Don't Bother Me Vinyl Record LP Transatlantic First Pressing 1965
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Bert Jansch : Live at the 12 Bar VINYL LP Album (2015) NEW SEALED EARTHLP 004
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BERT JANSCH-JUST A SIMPLE SOUL-NEW & SEALED 180g 2xLP SET ISSUED ON BMG-2018
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Bert Jansch - Build Another Band/Dance Lady Dance - Charisma CB 267 - NM
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