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"Your touch was light and musical throughout, and the cut danced from beginning to end!"

"So much more than a portrait of a truly inspirational musician. . . a fantastic job of capturing his essence and weaving together many  deep layers about community, feeding our souls and self expression."

"The film elegantly portrayed a life of a person who has begun to awaken the 'inner groove' of many of us. It has driven home the message of how short life is, and how precious our time on earth is."

"Music is what all indigenous cultures have had and used to stay connected. The cello takes it so much deeper and the fiddle keeps it high. They are perfect together..."

"So much more powerful and comprehensive than an hour's interview could ever be."

"The photography and music were brilliant.  What I loved most was the story told about a shy boy turned virtuoso musician, philosopher, and pied piper. It was elegantly wrapped into a theme and bigger story about an approach to music, love, individual growth, artistic growth, the groove, a cultural renaissance, a political surge to independence and a courage to standing up for what you believe in. It was a reminder that there is a rapture to be found in living, embracing these philosophies and engaging in the musical journey that Alasdair has taken us on."

"What a wonderful film. Worked magnificently from start to finish."

"I was repeatedly moved and delighted."

". . . beautifully shot, and so sensitively edited, and perfectly paced, an uplifting experience to watch!"

“toe-tappingly beautiful . . . brilliantly presented story of subversive empowerment” –Gil Mansergh, Film Critic

“This documentary is a work of art! It was a privilege to be in the packed house last night for the showing; thanks to all who made it happen!”

“I was totally caught off guard by the emotional power of it.”

“Do yourselves a huge favor and watch this! INCREDIBLE!’ 

“Thank you for this important film. You’ve shown us our story in a way that no one has ever done before.” –EIFF audience member

 “a great film and an important addition to the development of trad music”–Duncan MacInnes, Artistic Director, the Skye Festival

“. . . one of the finest documentaries on the theme of traditional music I have ever seen.” — Mick Moloney, Irish musician and Folklorist, NYU Global Distinguished Professor