Orkney duo Saltfishforty set to perform at Helmsdale tomorrow
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A popular musical duo are due to make a welcome return to play in Sutherland tomorrow (Thursday, July 7).
Douglas Montgomery and Brian Cromarty, who together make up Satlfishforty, are set to perform at Bunillidh Social Club, Couper Park, Helmsdale.
The event has been organised by music promoters Sutherland Sessions.
The two musicians, who hail from the Orkney Islands, have known each other since primary school and played together in sessions and various bands.
But their partnership was forged back in 2002 when they were booked in a four-piece for a charity gig and they were the only two to turn up.
Douglas said: “We decided to go on and just make as much noise as two people possibly could, which is kind of how it’s been ever since.”
Douglas, who plays fiddle and viola, and Brian, a guitarist and mandola player, combine the rich traditional music of their homeland with original compositions.
They have delighted audiences at many of the world’s top folk festivals including Celtic Connections, Cambridge, HebCelt, Shetland, Lorient in Brittany and Canada’s Celtic Colours, as well as touring to the US and throughout Europe.
Their focus on Orkney music takes in traditional, contemporary and original material, boldly cross-fertilised with influences from Americana to East European folk, plus a high-octane whiff of heavy metal.
The pair will be on stage from 8pm-10pm. Click here to buy a ticket.
