About Us


Meet the band:

Simon - fiddle

From haunting traditional airs to lilting waltzes to the driving energy of Scottish reels, Simon's passion for fiddle music comes through in all that he plays.

Dave - guitar

Dave is the rhythmic heart of The Hoot, creating infectious grooves that get audiences on their feet from the first number.

Chris - piano and melodeon

Brooding accompaniments, soulful melodies and pulsing bass lines are the essence of Chris's playing style.