Music Arran: Cuerdas

The Isle of Arran Music Society, henceforth to be known by the snappier title “Music Arran”, presents its next concert in Brodick village hall on Saturday, March 18th, by Cuerdas. Cuerdas (Spanish for “strings”) is a duo consisting of Sophie Askew, on harp, and Lindsay Martindale on cello. This may seem an unusual combination, but we can expect soaring melodies over rippling harmonies. Sophie has played with orchestras across Scotland, including the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, as well as giving recitals at such famous venues as Edinburgh Castle, Glamis, and Gleneagles Hotel. Passionate about music education, she teaches at all levels from Primary to degree level. Lindsay has also played with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra (as sub-principal) as well as with Scottish Opera, the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and the RSNO. She studied at the Royal College of Music where she won every major cello prize and a scholarship for string quartet.

As a duo, Sophie and Lindsay enjoy performing and researching a wide repertoire, and although their programme for the 18th has not yet been announced, the audience can expect a delightful evening. The concert starts at 7.30, with seating again in café style, and you can bring a bottle if you want. Tickets will be available on the door on the night or in advance from Inspirations of Arran in Brodick.