A renowned folk singer and guitarist will be chatting and singing at a special show in Powys this weekend.

Martin Carthy, an evening of music and conversation, hosted by TradFolk’s Jon Wilks, will take place this Sunday, December 3 at The Welfare, Ystradgynlais.

This is a very rare chance to hear master craftsman Martin Carthy perform and reminisce about his illustrious career in folk song to date.

It is an extra-special tour with musical interludes and conversation.

Folk legend Martin Carthy visits the Welfare this Sunday with his talented friend, musician and journalist, Jon Wilks, following a performance at the Borough Theatre Abergavenny the night before.

Martin Carthy has an insatiable musical curiosity and a lifetime of wonderful stories and songs to share. There will also be a chance for audiences to ask questions of this mighty oak of the English folk tradition. Expect frank and fascinating insights into all manner of subjects… from Scarborough Fair to the Beastie Boys!

Turning 82 this year, Martin is one in a million: one of folk music’s greatest innovators, one of its best-loved, most enthusiastic and, at times, most quietly controversial of figures.

A consummate storyteller, singer, guitarist, oral historian, he is renowned for his settings of traditional songs as well as his authoritative interpretations of newly composed material.

Performances will last approximately two hours, including an interval.

Tickets for the evening are available in-person, by phone on 01639 843163 or online from www.thewelfare.co.uk.

Audiences at The Welfare can take advantage of their pay what you can tiered pricing structure; no proof of concession is needed, customers choose which of the prices available suits their budget best.