Splendid Isolation with Neil Martin and the Linenhall Arts Centre

Описание: We were to have the privilege of hosting the West Ocean String Quartet on the Linenhall stage on Fri 17 April 2020.

Sadly, due to the COVID-19 crisis, it wasn't to be, so instead we have a very special video from composer and musician, Neil Martin, as part of our 'Splendid Isolation with...' series.

In Neil's own words, 'these are very odd and bewildering times in which we find ourselves in' and here he shares fascinating insight into how he started out, his love of music from a very young age and the violin concerto he is currently working on with his daughter, Maeve, commissioned by St . Andrews University in Scotland. We also get an exclusive look around Neil's music room!

This is a really lovely interview with an exceptional talent so do check it out.

The West Ocean String Quartet's new album is Atlantic Edge and you can find out more here: https://westoceanstringquartet.com/

This series involves interviews with various artists and performers looking at how they are surviving (or thriving!) during the COVID-19 crisis and how their artform has been affected. Each artist in the series has had a show/performance rescheduled at the Linenhall as a result of the 2020 lockdown so we're chasing them down to see how they're staying productive while in isolation.

Enjoy!