Tannas was formed in 1993 by five Scottish musicians who met while playing in Edinburgh’s thriving session scene. They had a passion for Gaelic music and song. Tannas’ repertoire incorporated all forms of Gaelic Music from traditional melodic laments and strong rhythmic mouth music to contemporary compositions including its own distinctive compositions. The group’s music delivers air-filled vocal textures intensified by guitars, percussion, keyboard and fiddle.
Tannas have played in Spain, Austria, France and Great Britain and tour regularly in Italy where they enjoy a very strong following. In addition Tannas won the Folk Group championship held at the Lorient Interceltic Festival in Brittany.
Musicians: Sandra MacKay on vocals; Doreen MacKay on vocals; Julia Legge on fiddle, backing vocals; Malcolm Stitt on guitar, bouzouki, Highland, pipes, whistles; Steve Lawrence on percussion;
Jason Dove on keyboards; James MacIntosh on shaker; Chris Stitt on bass.
Discography:
Oighreachd – Heritage (KRL, 1995)
Suilean Dubh – Dark Eyes (KRL, 1999)
Ru-Ra (KRL, 2000)
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
