February 20, 2012 – 8:58 pm
Ronnie Ross has been working in Scottish entertainment since the 1960s and is an excellent all round entertainer. He sings, plays keyboards, accordion and guitar, while his backing musicians provide guitar, banjo, mandolin, bagpipes, drums and backing vocals. He works the hotel and club circuit in the Highlands of Scotland. Well known and much loved [...]
February 15, 2012 – 7:32 pm
Charismatic front man of the Scottish band Runrig, Canadian born Bruce’s music is based on Celtic rock inspired by the Scottish highlands. The album was recorded in Ireland, with half the songs written by Bruce, along with a few classic folk songs from Nova Scotia. “Farewell Nova Scotia” can almost be described as his home [...]
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January 20, 2012 – 8:50 pm
Accordion ace Freeland Barbour (of Silly Wizard, Wallochmor Ceilidh Band and The Occasionals fame) plays specifically for Old Time dancing. Freeland also works as a soloist, composer and producer. Jessie Stuart of Keith acted as dance consultant for this series. Hear music samples, view track listings, see more details and order here: Freeland Barbour – [...]
April 23, 2011 – 12:18 pm
Roddy is one of the foremost fiddlers of Northumberland. A superb selection of music, including some of his own jaunty compositions. Reels, jigs, marches, waltzes, slow airs and hornpipes from around the north of Britain, with backing from equally talented friends. ‘Friends Forever’ are the wonderful people of Shetland, and is a slow air which [...]
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Also tagged accordion, band, CD, contemporary, drums, fiddle, folk, group, Highland, instrumental, music, MusicScotland, Scottish, songwriter, traditional
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Entertaining in-depth video lessons with Scottish accordion master Sandy Brechin, plus practise video tracks with backing band. Teach yourself the basics of Scottish accordion music as you play through a repertoire of great Scottish tunes. Learn at your own pace. No experience necessary. Packed full of exciting tunes, close-ups, master tips and techniques. Includes normal [...]
October 7, 2010 – 11:16 am
The superb musicianship of Mr McFall’s Chamber is the perfect counterpoint for the gravelly voice and grand piano of Michael Marra. The incredible wit and street-wise wisdom of the songs make for fascinating listening. Live recordings from shows performed around Scotland, with ten tracks of Michael’s spoken introductions to the songs and full lyrics included [...]
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Also tagged CD, contemporary, group, live, Michael Marra, Mr McFall's Chamber, music, MusicScotland, piano, Scottish, singer, song, songwriter
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