The Cumnock Hour: In discussion with Stephen Johnson
Friday 2nd October 2026 3pm
Dumfries Arms Hotel
Music Lessons: Seven Composers and What They Taught Me
In partnership with the Boswell Book Festival, writer and broadcaster Stephen Johnson returns to Cumnock to discuss his new book Music Lessons: Seven Composers and What They Taught Me. In conversation with James Knox, Stephen will explore how music often considered ‘dark’ — from Bach to Bowie — has provided him with life-changing insights during difficult times in his own life. A thought-provoking, deeply personal conversation about the power of music to change how we think, feel and live.
Event information
In partnership with Boswell Book Festival
3pm on Friday 2nd October 2026
Approx running time 1 hour, no interval
Tickets
Full price: £10
Local Residents and Students: £7
Registered Unemployed and Under 18s: £5
Dumfries Arms Hotel
54 Glaisnock Street KA18 1BY
