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Doss | Auditorium
19:00 - 23:00
Doors Open 19:00
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Sat 13 Jun
Doss | Auditorium
19:00 - 23:00
Doors Open 19:00
"Martyn was the boy who did it first and who did it best — the ultimate fusion of traditional roots and contemporary grooves, whose daring, humour, imagination and sheer ability set his music head and shoulders above the rest… a true musician and a beautiful soul." — Maryann Kennedy, BBC Scotland
Cutting-edge, steeped in tradition, innovative and inspirational, Martyn Bennett came from a long line of Skye tradition-bearers. Piper, fiddler, composer and endless experimenter, he was one of Scotland's most prodigiously gifted and beloved musicians until his untimely death at the age of 33.
This celebration of his life, work and spirit is introduced by Martyn's mother — singer, folklorist and author Margaret Bennett — who shares a collection of photographs, memories and music, alongside previously unreleased recordings. A rare and intimate glimpse into other facets of Martyn's character and musicianship, including a Paganini duet played by Martyn and the inimitable Hester Dickson.
Joining Margaret is Quinie — the performance name of Scottish artist Josie Vallely, whose music blends traditional Scots song with bold, experimental arrangements. Drawing inspiration from Scots Traveller singer Lizzie Higgins, poet Marion Angus, and the interwoven traditions of Scotland and Ireland, Quinie engages with the living questions of how songs are learned, remembered, adapted and sustained across time. Her third album Forefowk, Mind Me, released in May 2025, was named Folk Album of the Year by The Guardian — marking her as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary Scottish folk.
An evening of music, memory and experimentation, in the spirit of a man who changed Scottish music forever.
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