Martha Tilston + Support
Martha Tilston + Support
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“She has the power to draw an audience into her world, leaving all those present with a smile, and afew issues to ponder, too” - Time Out
“Sharp, original songs that dissect the modern world. She captures both the harshness and enchantment of life” - The Guardian
With a pure silken voice and lyrics that inspire and captivate, Martha Tilston has developed a successful musical career with a large and loyal following. She has performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages and festivals, recorded and released several critically acclaimed albums, gained a nomination for BBC best newcomer, appeared as a guest vocalist for Zero 7, toured internationally and worked with the some of the world’s most inspiring performers including Damien Rice, Nick Harper, Kae Tempest, Roddy Frame (Aztec Camera) and Zero 7. The past few years have seen Martha venture into the world of film making, gaining nominations for best arts film for The Clifftop Sessions and recently releasing her first feature film (with an accompanying Soundtrack Album)-The Tape-which is garnering much praise and excitement.
Dartmoor-based Fionnuala Kirby plays a 36-string Celtic Harp made out of local Yew wood. She will perform a set of Irish, Welsh and Scottish traditional dance tunes, haunting slow airs, and music by ancient and contemporary harpists.
Fionnuala has been the resident harpist at Two Bridges Hotel since 2013 and plays for weddings and other events across Devon and Cornwall. Her repertoire also includes classical pieces, TV and film music, pop covers and Paraguayan harp music.
- £18 in advance, £20 on the door (limited tickets at £10 available for under 25s)
- This is a seated event
- We don't charge a booking fee for our gigs
- Please don't bring your own alcohol, we need you to use our bar!
- Please note you are welcome to sell your tickets on but we can't sell them for you
Location
Calstock Village Hall, PL18 9QA