 Ben the Hoose is a duo featuring fiddler Kenny Ritch from the Orkney Isles, and award-winning songwriter and guitarist Bob McNeill from Glasgow. They are based in New Zealand. Their music is a spirited interpretation of the dance music of Scotland; uniquely rhythmic and energetic, they embody the modern Scots tradition.
The idea for Ben the Hoose came at the beginning of 2005 when Kenny and Bob discovered their shared passion for the music of Scotland, and a common desire to play it to audiences in a modern, accessible style. Kenny's fluid, vibrant fiddle playing and Bob's rhythmic chording and precise counterpoint are a perfect marriage of styles. Their live performances feature a wealth of traditional Scottish tunes as well as modern compositions, music from movies, and Bob’s original songs.
Ben the Hoose released their debut album The Little Cascade in October 2006. It has since won the 2006 New Zealand Music Award for Best Folk Album.
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