Gigs

August 2024

2nd August - 8.30pm
WILLIE CAMPBELL & JANE MCMILLAN

Lewis singer/guitarist Willie Campbell returns to traditional music accompanied by his Open Day Rotation band-mate Jane Hepburn-Macmillan on fiddle. You’ll see a very different side (and sound) to the Willie of Astrid fame!

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9th August - 8.30pm
FRAS

FRAS have stormed their way through the West coast of Scotland and beyond with their iconic pipe heavy sound. A thundering four piece from na Garbh Chrìochan of box, flute, pipes and guitar. FRAS blend old melodies and original tunes to create a crashing wave of highland music.

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15th August - 8.30pm
ALISTAIR MCCULLOCH TRIO

The Alistair McCulloch Trio, featuring champion fiddler McCulloch alongside past Scottish Folk Musician of the year Aaron Jones of Old Blind Dogs and the Kate Rusby Band on bouzouki, guitar and vocals and former Capercaillie whistle wizard, the trio has gained a formidable reputation for its dynamic concert performances.

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23rd August - 8.30pm
WAYWARD JANE

Wayward Jane's music is an innovative interpretation of American Old-Time tradition, blending roots material with fresh arrangements and original compositions. Their rich sound features fiddle, banjo, double bass, guitar, wooden flute and vocal harmonies. When playing live their shows have a joyful energy to them that expresses the fine musicianship of the band members and the playful chemistry that exists between them. Ranging in mood from high-octane toe-tapping tunes to tender and soulful songs, Wayward Jane tend to leave audiences with a glow in their hearts.

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30th August - 8.30pm
CAPSTAN QUARTET

The Capstan Quartet brings together Glasgow-based folk musicians Ross Hull, Miquel Mirao, Rose Logan and Luc McNally. They bring traditional tunes and Ross’s self-composed material to life with the use of fiddles, guitar and bouzouki.

September 2024

6th September - 8.30pm
CHURCH STREET SHUFFLE

Church Street Shuffle is the Contemporary Fiddle and Guitar duo of Neil Ewart (Ardnamurchan) & Ali MacQuarrie (Inverness). Beyond the Standard reels and jigs Church Street Shuffle employ modern production techniques to create a multi facet live sound that them much bigger than their number. Bass pedals, looping and harmonizers are used to create a fresh and up to date take on the classic highland folk duo.

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13th September - 8.30pm
EUAN MCLAUGHLIN TRIO

Euan McLaughlin is a composer, multi-instrumentalist and producer – and an amazing fiddler! In his band for this gig are two musicians who have both been finalists in the BBC Young Traditional Musician of the Year Award – guitarist and singer Luc McNally of Snuffbox and singer and guitarist Jack Badcock of Dallahan.

October 2024

Thursday 17th October - 8.30pm
SHOOGLENIFTY

Shooglenifty need almost no introduction to audiences in Scotland. The original 'acid croft' outfit, they have been wow-ing audiences with their infectious groove-inflected take on Scottish tradition for over 30 years! Coming armed with a collection of new tunes alongside a bewildering library of absolute bangers, this is a rare opportunity to catch the pioneers of contemporary traditional music in an intimate setting. Bring your dancing shoes for the party!

PLEASE NOTE: This is a Standing Event.

November 2024

Friday 1st November - 8.30pm
DAVID GRUBB - 'CIRCADIA'

Step into the sonic world of Circadia, a dream fuelled journey through the human subconscious charting a typical sleep cycle. Moving through the sleep phases, we encounter strange phenomena such as exploding head syndrome, somnambulism, and lucid dreaming, all via a genre-hopping six piece of violin, clarinet, keys, guitar, bass and drums.