Inner Hebrides Gaelic-speaking, Lismore 29%, Islay 24%, Coll 12%, Jura 11%, Mull 13% and Iona 5%. Students of Scottish Gaelic travel from all over the world to attend Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, a Scottish Gaelic college based on Skye. Hebridean landscapes have inspired a variety of musicians, writers and artists. "The Hebrides", also known as "Fingal's Cave", is a famous overture written by Felix Mendelssohn inspired by his visit to Staffa. Contemporary musicians associated with the islands include Ian Anderson, Donovan and Runrig. Enya's song "Ebudæ" from "Shepherd Moons" is based on a traditional waulking song. The poet Sorley MacLean was born on
MV Hebrides August 2012, CalMac announced that "Hebrides" was to be the main relief vessel for the next winter, a role which had usually been assigned to her sister . The Islay ferry was chosen as "Hebrides"' replacement at Uig, Lochmaddy and Tarbert from 1 December. In December 2012, "Hebrides" relieved on the Oban to Craignure and Colonsay services, as well as running extra services to Coll, Tiree, Barra and South Uist over the festive season. In January 2013, "Hebrides" relieved on the Ardrossan to Brodick service, and in February relieved on the Ullapool to Stornoway service. "Hebrides" then relieved on the