'm an alternative folk and folk-rock singer-songwriter from Victoria, BC, Canada who performs on guitar, banjo, ukulele and piano. I've been told my songwriting is "quirky", which I take as a compliment, and which I think translates into "likes writing songs with a twist, or on a surprising topic, or at least doesn't usually sound like 10,000 other folk songs you've heard before".

I'm relatively new to the Island, but am starting to do some gigs here. See the "Shows" for a list of past shows, or "Videos" for videos both on the Island and with my previous band, Patchwork Yak.  Finally, if you'd like to hear professionally recorded versions of some of my songs, check out the Yak's EP Heard Immunity  on all major streaming platforms.  Physical CDs and digital downloads can be purchased from Bandcamp.

Some quotes from solo shows:

- 'Love the words... you make me really listen!'
- 'Great songs, great words,  funny and serious , love it'
- 'Wow!! I'm so glad.  He is a genius... quirky comic and heart to heart all at once'
- 'Way to go Murray! I know many people who would be touched by this song…they feel invisible.'
- 'Murray that love song… straight to the heart… and from the heart.  You do have the John Prine gift of stepping into someone else’s thoughts.'

Some quotes about Murray Fitch and Patchwork Yak:

"Murray Fitch is a singer-songwriter with an extraordinary gift for storytelling in song. An accomplished guitarist, his performances are dynamic and engaging. Whether singing his original songs or delivering arrangements of cover tunes, Murray is a delight to listen to. Don't miss him!" 

              Barry Truter, Co-founder and Director / Georgia Strait Music Camp Society, Vancouver

"Patchwork Yak were one of the highlights of our Music for the Wild concert series. Their music is original, high energy, moving and engaging. Our audience couldn’t sit still and they didn’t want the set to stop.” 

              George Campbell, Music Director / Music for the Wild Concert Series, Alberta Wilderness Association, Calgary

"Patchwork Yak create a fine and unique musical group with a special sound, and a remarkable song repertoire including original songs that grab your heart and your mind."

              Anna Carnell, Wellspring Alberta Program Coordinator, Calgary

Songwriting Awards

              Winner: Ship and Anchor Songwriting Competition - Newcomer Category, Calgary AB (2017)

              Finalist: Ship and Anchor Songwriting Competition, Calgary AB (2018, 2019)

              Finalist:  Foothills Folks Club, High River AB (2018, 2019)