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Music Appreciation

turbinetree

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2. Musicians and the instruments from this great live song

Reply to IcyPeas (Reply #1)

Fri Oct 31, 2025, 09:03 AM

Friday

Hurdy-gurdy: A medieval instrument played by Nigel Eaton, which is a prominent feature of this version.
Acoustic and electric guitars: Played by Jimmy Page.
Banjo: Played by Porl Thompson.
Mandolin: Played by Jimmy Page and Jim Sutherland.
Bass guitar: Played by Charlie Jones.
Drums: Played by Michael Lee.
Percussion: Played by Charlie Jones, Michael Lee, and others.
Bodhrán: A traditional Irish frame drum played by Jim Sutherland.

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Highlight:

Robert Plant & Jimmy Page 'Gallows Pole' - Jools Holland Show 1994 BBC [View all] turbinetree Thursday OP

So good! What instrument is being played by the guy on the left? IcyPeas Thursday #1

Musicians and the instruments from this great live song turbinetree Friday #2

Porl Thompson of The Cure !?!??! IcyPeas Friday #3

Your welcome.............. turbinetree Friday #4