hannah read, michael starkey
& cahalen morrison
Over recent years HANNAH READ & MICHAEL STARKEY have fast become one of the most sought-after fiddle-banjo duos on the UK acoustic music scene. Their richly dynamic take on Appalachian old-time music has seen them enthrall audiences up and down the country, both during their live shows and on their critically acclaimed debut duo album 'Cross The Rolling Water', released on Hudson Records. On this tour they are also have a special guest in CAHALEN MORRISON, hailing from New Mexico. An insightful and poetic wordsmith and songwriter, a subtle and accomplished roots multi-instrumentalist and a captivating singer.
They bring a unique depth of expression to traditional music, looking forwards and reaching out whilst still finding an anchor in its timeless language. At the heart of their sound is the complex and driving rhythmic interplay between fiddle and banjo, which draws the listener in “the way lungs draw in air” (Songlines), as they shine a light on “the powerful essence of the music” (RNR Magazine). To complete their sound, they bring a range of old, contemporary and original folk songs, sung with charismatic voices that are “destined to be appreciated for a very long time” (Old Time News).
Join us for an intimate night of world class acoustic music at St Mary's Church, Broughty Ferry on 7th February 2025.
“Skilled players with a focus on the powerful essence of the music, their intuitive interactions draw every last nuance of sentiment in both the old and new”
R'n'R Magazine
“So exciting to hear such a diversity of old and new tunes and depth of expression, all in the language of old-time music, but at the same time reaching out”
Bruce Molsky
“Gripping… all in all, it’s a foot-tappin’ delight, music and playing that draws you in the way lungs draw in air, the tunesmithery interspersed with fine balladry”
Songlines