It the late 70s (I think) John was giving young talent a chance to get out there and had, on this particular evening, booked the Brown Jug in Durham. Unfortunately, the youngster didn't show up so John took the stage with his 4 and 8 string guitars (no mic, PA, or amps) and filled the room with his music. His rendition of American Pie was, simply amazing. I also used to see him regularly when I visited my parents in Esher ley when he had the Sun Inn. Very happy memories!