Music Archives - Bridport Literary Festival

Martin Maudsley - From Coast To Countryside

Professional storyteller Martin Maudsley has been researching and breathing new life into local folktales and folklore inspired by Dorset’s rolling hills, ancient barrows, and dramatic coastline. In this event, commissioned by the late Festival Director, Tanya Bruce-Lockhart, Martin collaborates with musicians Lucy Roberts on fiddle and Robert Lee on accordion, in a heartwarming interweaving of Dorset tales and tunes. An immersive performance, where music and storytelling intertwine to celebrate Dorset’s rich heritage of nature, culture, and creative spirit.

Introduced by Anna Powell 1 Course Lunch £16 Priority booking - Become a Friend - Contact TIC Bridport to book tickets - 01308 424901

When: Sunday 2nd November 2025 @ 11.30 am

Where: Sladers Yard

John Suchet - In Search of Beethoven - A Personal Journey

John Suchet is passionate about Beethoven. In his eighth book on the composer, he traces Beethoven’s life from his early years in Bonn to his dying days in Vienna, a journey both literal and symbolic, to demonstrate the life changing power of great music. Part biography, memoir and travelogue, Suchet draws from his own life and experience as a foreign correspondent and news anchor to create a compelling and moving account of Beethoven’s life in an immersive tale of adventure and discovery. Suchet reveals what we can gain from turning to genius in life’s many crises. an illustrated talk - Introduced by Guy Johnston Priority booking - Become a Friend - Contact TIC Bridport to book tickets - 01308 424901

When: Sunday 2nd November 2025 @ 6.00 pm

Where: Electric Palace

Sponsored by: : Carol Hammick and Adam Tindall

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Event 1 | Martin Maudsley | From Coast To Countryside

Event 5 | John Suchet | In Search of Beethoven

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