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Lord of the Ages covered by André Lefebvre
André Lefebvre writes: I first want to express my gratitude to Chris Simpson and Magna Carta, for an epic song which continues to transcend generations with such a timeless and timely message. It’s been a real privilege and joy for… Read More »Lord of the Ages covered by André Lefebvre
GREAT 2020 COVER VERSION OF LORD OF THE AGES
Canadian musician André Lefebvre recorded and produced a beautiful cover version of Magna Carta’s Lord of the Ages, which will hopefully be released shortly as a single (duration 10:42). More about this can be read in his own words, but… Read More »GREAT 2020 COVER VERSION OF LORD OF THE AGES
LINES FOR HANS
Hans Veen, better known as Turf, was one consummate artist who’s paintings enriched the lives of so many in his native Holland. Hans ‘Turf’ Veen [photo by Harry Pater] Hans was also a gifted guitar player so it was only… Read More »LINES FOR HANS
R.I.P. HANS VEEN
On Sunday November 8th 2020, Hans Veen suddenly passed away in his home in Almkerk, the Netherlands. Many Magna Carta fans in The Netherlands knew Hans, because he regularly acted as driver and tourmanager and often as a special guest… Read More »R.I.P. HANS VEEN
MAGNA CARTA LINKS
On this page you’ll find links to several Magna Carta related websites. Found an interesting Magna Carta related website (i.e. from a former bandmember)? Please contact the webmaster through the Contact form in the About menu. Magna Carta The Ultimate… Read More »MAGNA CARTA LINKS
The Visitor by Chris Simpson – A review by Nigel Schofield
Even before you open this jewel of a volume, you warm to it… beautifully presented with captivating illustrations, it lures you in like the inviting Yorkshire rural road that draws you towards the dale beyond. You turn the pages… a… Read More »The Visitor by Chris Simpson – A review by Nigel Schofield
Welcome to the new website
After almost 20 years the Official Magna Carta website now has a great new look and a new ‘address’. On this website you’ll find both new and familiar content. The previous website was built by John Gardner from Yorkshire, while… Read More »Welcome to the new website
MAGNA CARTA ARCHIVES
Here you can see archive material related to Magna Carta. Anything you have and want to be featured here? Please contact the webmaster (see the form under the About menu item). Various Magna Carta fans have provided their collected photos,… Read More »MAGNA CARTA ARCHIVES
VARIOUS MAGNA CARTA LINE-UPS 1969-2022
Over the years many musicians played in Magna Carta, all with their own specific talents. Some names return from time to time, but there’s only one name that’s featured in ALL line-ups: Chris Simpson! NOTE: a large part of the… Read More »VARIOUS MAGNA CARTA LINE-UPS 1969-2022