The Courier & Advertiser (Perth and Perthshire Edition)
Getting to know you
Legendary Scottish fiddler Aly Bain performs alongside accordionist Phil Cunningham at Dunblane Bowling Club tomorrow and then at Killin Music Festival on June 17. The duo have become a national institution with their incomparable mastery of music. Here, Aly gives an insight into his life...
Q What’s playing in your car these days?
A Country music
Q What most inspires you?
A Any music I like.
Q Favourite song in the world?
A Cold Cold Heart by Hank Williams.
Q Theme song for your life?
A Together Again.
Q Your house is on fire. What one item do you save?
A My fiddle.
Q Last meal on earth?
A Lamb curry.
Q First thing you’d do if you won £1 million?
A Smile.
Q Quiet night in or big night out?
A Quiet night in.
Q City break or weekend in the country?
A Weekend in the country.
Q Early bird or night owl?
A Early bird.
Q Save it or spend it?
A Spend it.
Q Couch potato or fitness fanatic?
A Both.
Q Home or abroad?
A Home.
Q Rebel or teacher’s pet?
A Rebel.
Q Early or late?
A Early.
Q Biggest regret?
A I didn’t practise enough.
Q What are you proudest of?
A Surviving 48 years as a musician.
Q Who do you admire most?
A Nelson Mandela.
Q And who do you detest?
A Right wing Tories.
Q If you could turn back the clock, what one thing would you change?
A Being nasty to anyone.
Q Who would you like to thank?
A My mum and dad for having me.
Q What advice would you give to your younger self?
A Enjoy every day.
Q Hardest thing you’ve had to give up?
A Smoking.
Q What’s your motto?
A Look on the bright side or try.
Q What would your epitaph say?
A Rather be here than Heathrow.
Q What keeps you awake at night?
A Worrying about stupid things.
Q What three words would your best friend use to describe you?
A Always on time.
Q Who would be your dream dinner party guests? A Paganini and Billy Connolly.