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Salt House

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Line-Up:
- vocals, keys, guitar
- vocals, fiddle, viola, tenor guitar
- vocals, electric and acoustic guitars

"..warm, natural and utterly comfortable.." 
"Outstanding" 
"A gentle lulling delight" 

has been a mainstay on the folk scene for over a decade. The band's reputation as thoughtful and innovative interpreters of both old ballads and contemporary songs has been solidified with acclaimed album releases and extensive touring. Described as a "gentle, lulling delight" by The Guardian, Salt House blend heartfelt vocal and instrumental interplay, offering listeners a moment of reflection and connection.

is a joyful, peaceful and resonant journey of song and gathering, weaving together a spirit of community and light in the dark. For this tour the band bring together songs for the winter that reflect both old ballads and fresh compositions, all delivered with a warmth that invites listeners into a shared space of connection and hope. Like a lantern in long nights the songs illuminate our common experience, reminding us that even when winter feels cold and dark, coming together can generate its own glow and quiet anticipation for the returning of the light.

Salt House's sound is influenced by the landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, Northumberland and Shetland, the respective homes of band members Ewan MacPherson (vocals, electric and acoustic guitars), Anna Hughes (vocals, fiddle, viola, tenor guitar) and Jenny Sturgeon (vocals, keys, guitar). They incorporate their natural surroundings into the fabric of the music that speaks of a shared love of place, people, and evolving tradition.

More about the band members:

Jenny Sturgeon, who has a PhD in seabird ecology, is known for her introspective solo work and collaborations with Birdvox and Outliers. Through her creative output as a sound artist and songwriter she explores themes of landscape and human connections. Her solo project 'The Living Mountain' based on the writing of Nan Shepherd was released to wide critical acclaim.

Anna Hughes, a versatile multi-instrumentalist and composer, draws on her transitory life experiences to create music that reflects forgotten landscapes and the wonders of the natural world. Working across multi-disciplinary projects Anna is a sought after collaborator as well as working with duo project Watersmeet.

Ewan MacPherson, is a multi-instrumentalist and singer with over two decades of experience working at the forefront of the folk / trad music scene. He toured extensively with Shooglenifty for thirteen years, was a member of Malinky and Nu-Nordic Quartet Fribo. His session work includes working with a variety of artists from the British Isles and beyond. His most recent solo project album 'Hushman' was described by KLOF Magazine as "…a little masterpiece of confidence and understatement. Wonderful."

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Salthouse: Share the Light

Type:Music

Hafan Yr Afon, Back Lane, Newtown, Powys, SY162NH

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Opening Times

Performance (5 Dec 2026)
DayTimes
Saturday19:30 - 22:00

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