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Elizabeth.
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31 Jan 2005 at 12:09 |
 We are so sorry to report that master musician, composer and amazingly brave young man Martyn Bennett has died. There will be more information at Martyn's website later today. |
Simon T
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31 Jan 2005 at 12:25 |
| In Martyn's passing we have lost one of Scotland's great innovators. His music was an inspiration to me and many others. He was also a lovely guy with time for everyone he met. Our thoughts are with his mother Margaret and wife Kirsten. |
Debbie
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31 Jan 2005 at 12:34 |
| This is very sad news. My sincere condolences to Martyn's wife and family - I admire Martyn's work deeply. Debbie |
Fuzzyhaggis
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31 Jan 2005 at 12:40 |
| Extremely sad indeed - Scotland has lost a truly great musician and experimenter. My condolences to all his family. |
Rupert Bear
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31 Jan 2005 at 12:52 |
Yup - I wondered what was happening to/with Martyn and I'm very, very sad to hear that someone so young, talented, committed and "maverick" (in the nicest possible sense) has lost his fight. Cancer's a bastard.
I'm sure we're all thinking about, and in my case saying a wee prayer for, Margaret, Kirsten, everyone that was close to Martyn - and of course, Martyn himself (who is no doubt working out how to fuse angelic harps with some funky dance beats as we speak).
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Simon T
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31 Jan 2005 at 13:12 |
| Messages of condolence can be sent to and viewed at |
baloo
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31 Jan 2005 at 14:35 |
my thoughts go to his family.......
the world has lost an amazing person |
Deirdre
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31 Jan 2005 at 15:09 |
| There's been too many losses in the past few months, but of all, I think this one is the worst...he was far too young and had so much left to say. The world has lost one of its originals and the hereafter has gained a new, bright star. I truly wish it weren't so. My condolences to his family, those who knew him and all who loved him. |
JAJ
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31 Jan 2005 at 15:53 |
Sad news indeed. I remember Martyn since he was a young lad being a regular attender at the Edinburgh Folk club in the eighties.
He was a wonderful musician and genuine guy who would never ignore you.
Condolences to Margaret, Kirsten and family. |
Oilrig
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31 Jan 2005 at 17:54 |
| You're absolutely right there Simon - Martyn was one very special person, and he inspired me on a personal level as well as a musical one. There are so many things that simply would not be part of Scottish music today if Martyn hadn't been there. I will miss a beautiful soul. |
duffer
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31 Jan 2005 at 18:20 |
was very sad to hear this as thought grit was outstanding and had felt it could have been really successful in attracting a diferent audience given the chance. when i lent it to a friend who had never before enjoyed traditional music he was really impressed.
martin did not gain the recognition i felt he could have got and he may have got in time. |
corrina
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31 Jan 2005 at 19:26 |
| This is very sad news. What a beautiful soul indeed - Martyn was a great inspiration to me, and I am very thankful to have known him, even if just for a short while on this earth. |
ickle
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31 Jan 2005 at 20:15 |
| I was greatly saddened this morning to hear of the loss of Martyn, my thoughts and sorrow go to his family and close friends who will feel this loss especially. He was an amazing musician,an even more amazing fighter and a huge inspiration to most. |
Cassells
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01 Feb 2005 at 01:04 |
Just wanted to add my respects to Martyn.
He was a great inspiration and influence to me and I am sure to many other young pipers. I am sure his music will live forever, and continue to be an inspiration. |
PETER C
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01 Feb 2005 at 08:57 |
| His music touched our lives and his personality shone even in his adversity. Our thoughts go out to Kirsten and Margaret. |
Simon T
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01 Feb 2005 at 09:46 |
| Lovely obituary written by Jim Gilchrist in today's Scotsman (you might have to log in first) |
Auldtimer
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01 Feb 2005 at 10:52 |
| Even though we knew it was coming this loss is still so hard to bear. A brilliant musician and a warm gentle thoughtful man - we will not see his like again. |
Gastaman
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01 Feb 2005 at 11:38 |
| I was listening to Bothy Culture when I read about this in the Scotsman. I am too upset to write anymore. Thig crioch air an t-saoghal ach mairidh gaol is ceol. |
Elizabeth.
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01 Feb 2005 at 11:50 |
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From "Boston"I'm deeply saddened about martyns passing.
His music was a big inspiration to me. Another legend is gone. However his music lives on. He was a man way ahead of his time. More importantly he was a sound dude. His first album still sounds so cutting edge. Unfortunately it went out of print. Marytyn was nice enough to send me a burned copy. Someone must get it reprinted. Mabey footstompin could bring it out again?? |
Simon T
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01 Feb 2005 at 12:22 |
| This came just came in: Further to the sad news that Martyn finally lost his long battle against cancer, his funeral will take place on Mull on Saturday next (5/2/05). Any donations should be made to Marie Curie Cancer Care, who cared for both Martyn and Kirsten during these final weeks of Martyn's life. Donations can be sent via Kirsten's family for onward distribution: c/o Thomson, Aros Mains House, Aros, Isle of Mull PA72 6JP. There also might be a mass this Friday in Edinburgh.
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