Iain Fraser – Kōterana (Capon Tree Music, 2023) The enthralling new album, “Kōterana” from Scottish fiddler and instructor Iain Fraser, delves into themes of faith…
Iain Fraser celebrates a shared history between nations with Kōterana
Tag: Scottish music
Artist Profiles: Scottish Fiddler and Educator Iain Fraser
Iain Fraser is a Scottish fiddler and teacher with an impressive and diverse musical career. His fascination with the rhythmic and emotional capabilities of the…
Scottish Folk Icons Capercaillie to Perform at Orkney Folk Festival 2023 Backed by Local Orchestra
The iconic Scottish folk group, Capercaillie, is set to grace the 40th Orkney Folk Festival this May in a never-before-seen collaboration with a local orchestra.…
Speyfest Unveils Complete 2023 Program
Speyfest, the much-loved folk and Celtic music festival in Moray, northeastern Scotland, has unveiled its complete lineup for its 26th edition. The family friendly event…
Artist Profiles: Fiddle Master John McCusker
John McCusker, a multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer, was born on May 15, 1973, in Bellshill, Scotland. He grew up in the vicinity of Glasgow and…
Artist Profiles: Invigorating Scottish traditional Act Kinnaris Quintet
The Kinnaris Quintet, hailing from Glasgow, creates music that is sincere, invigorating, and dynamic, played on three fiddles, mandolin, and guitar. In 2017, this innovative…
Artist Profiles: Talisk, Innovative Scottish Folk Music Band
Scottish alt-folk music band Talisk was formed in 2014. With their innovative, top-selling sound, boundary-pushing style, and worldwide shows, Talisk has cemented their status as…
Innovative Piper Brìghde Chaimbeul to Release ‘Carry Them With Us’ in April 2023
In the world of experimental Celtic music, Brìghde Chaimbeul is a leading figure, earning a BBC Young Folk Award and a Horizon Award for her…
Tarran Crowned Champions at Celtic Connections Battle of the Folk Bands, 2023
The Celtic Connections festival in Glasgow saw Tarran come out on top as the winners of the Battle of The Folk Bands competition held on…
Amy Laurenson Wins BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician Award 2023
Shetland pianist Amy Laurenson won the BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician Award 2023. City Halls, the stunning venue at the Celtic Connections festival, played…