Keyboard player and singer Alan Reid and singer-guitarist Rob van Sante are best known for their involvement with Battlefield Band, but they make up a fine duo.
Alan Reid has been an ever present member of Battlefield Band since a few months after it's inception in1969. The 'Batties' have been pre-eminent in Scottish traditional music for over 30 years, have toured all over the world and made almost 30 recordings. Alan’s songs have been a feature of the band's repertoire since the early 80'sand are noted for their story telling element, lyricism and strong melody.
Rob Van Sante is a guitarist of exceptional skill and subtlety. He was born in the Netherlands and begun playing guitar at an early age. During the 1970's, 80's and 90's he toured extensively throughout Europe and ha also played in North Africa and the Middle East. Rob is also an excellent lead and harmony singer. As well as fine interpretations of traditional and contemporary material he also writes songs on topical issues and his own experiences. Rob is also the full time sound engineer for the Battlefield Band. | 
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