They kept intros to a minimum, their music spoke, more songs per hour.

I attended a John Tams gig a few years back and he sang one song per 10 minutes

then again P P M had variety, contrast and pace changes, harmonies, solos and the time flew by, we didnt need or want talk, just music that was worth listening to and they delivered.

The Corries, Clancy bros, Ian C folk group, the Spinners all provided entertainment.Today we have the Fureys still at it.

PPM set a yardstick

as did does Pete seeger

Then come the solo Folk-entertainers.

All garner from and respect the traditions