Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham
“Seo agad an luchd-ciùil traidiseanta as fheàrr a chluinneas tu a chaoidh”
Mìcheal Russell
Tha daoine gu math eòlach air Phil agus Aly ann an Alba ’s air feadh an t-saoghail. Tha iad air a bhith a’ cluiche còmhla son 24 bliadhna agus cha tèid oidhche còmhla riutha a dhìochuimhneachadh ann an cabhaig. Eadar rìdhlichean agus puirt luath agus fuinn shocair tha bàrr-urram aig an dithis seo ann an saoghal a’ chiùil ’s tha sinn a’ cur fàilt’ oirre a-rithist, cuide ri dithis neach-ciùil Gàidhlig air leth: Norrie MacÌomhair son dà oidhche agus Mairead MacLellan son aon oidhche.
Mìcheal Russell
Tha daoine gu math eòlach air Phil agus Aly ann an Alba ’s air feadh an t-saoghail. Tha iad air a bhith a’ cluiche còmhla son 24 bliadhna agus cha tèid oidhche còmhla riutha a dhìochuimhneachadh ann an cabhaig. Eadar rìdhlichean agus puirt luath agus fuinn shocair tha bàrr-urram aig an dithis seo ann an saoghal a’ chiùil ’s tha sinn a’ cur fàilt’ oirre a-rithist, cuide ri dithis neach-ciùil Gàidhlig air leth: Norrie MacÌomhair son dà oidhche agus Mairead MacLellan son aon oidhche.
Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham
“Simply the best traditional musicians you are ever likely to hear”
Mike Russell
Phil and Aly are household names in Scotland and around the world. They have been performing together for 24 years and an evening with them is always a night to remember forever. From fast paced reels and jigs to haunting slow airs they are the consummate masters of their craft and we welcome them back, accompanied by two of our finest Gaelic performers:
Norrie Maciveer for 2 shows and Margaret MacLellan for one show.
Mike Russell
Phil and Aly are household names in Scotland and around the world. They have been performing together for 24 years and an evening with them is always a night to remember forever. From fast paced reels and jigs to haunting slow airs they are the consummate masters of their craft and we welcome them back, accompanied by two of our finest Gaelic performers:
Norrie Maciveer for 2 shows and Margaret MacLellan for one show.
Aoghnas MacColla (Snr) & (Jnr)
Tha Aonghas air a mheas am measg nam pìobairean as fheàrr san t-saoghal ’s e air am Bonn Òr a bhuannachadh Inbhir Nis (1992), an Clasp (1993) agus am Bonn Òr san Òban (1996).
Ghlèidh e an Glenfiddich Invitational (1995), an GS MacLennan, San Diego (1997) agus, an dèidh am prìomh àite a ghabhail ann an ceòl beag aig an dà chruinneachadh, chrìochnaich e san dàrna àite aig a’ cheann thall aig a’ Ghlenfiddich Invitational. Bhuannaich e an Clasp ann an Inbhir Nis ann an 1998 ’s ghlèidh e Co-fharpais Dhòmhnaill MhicLeòid ann an 1999.
Bidh Aonghas MacColla òg a’ cluiche cuideachd. Tha Aonghas na bhall de Còmhlan-pìoba Àrd-sgoil an Òbain ’s bidh e tric a’ cluiche aig co-fharpaisean ’s tachartasan eile.
Ghlèidh e an Glenfiddich Invitational (1995), an GS MacLennan, San Diego (1997) agus, an dèidh am prìomh àite a ghabhail ann an ceòl beag aig an dà chruinneachadh, chrìochnaich e san dàrna àite aig a’ cheann thall aig a’ Ghlenfiddich Invitational. Bhuannaich e an Clasp ann an Inbhir Nis ann an 1998 ’s ghlèidh e Co-fharpais Dhòmhnaill MhicLeòid ann an 1999.
Bidh Aonghas MacColla òg a’ cluiche cuideachd. Tha Aonghas na bhall de Còmhlan-pìoba Àrd-sgoil an Òbain ’s bidh e tric a’ cluiche aig co-fharpaisean ’s tachartasan eile.
Angus MacColl (Snr) & (Jnr)
Angus is ranked among the world’s greatest pipers who has distinguished himself by winning the Gold Medal at Inverness (1992), the Clasp (1993) and the Gold Medal at Oban (1996).
He was also winner of the Glenfiddich Invitational (1995), winner of the GS MacLennan, San Diego 1997 and, in addition to being placed first in the senior ceòl beag at both meetings, he finished 2nd overall at the 1997 Glenfiddich Invitational. He won the Clasp at Inverness in 1998 and won of the Donald MacLeod Competition in 1999.
Also perfoming is Angus MacColl jnr. Angus is a member of the Oban High School Pipe Band and often performs at competitions and events
He was also winner of the Glenfiddich Invitational (1995), winner of the GS MacLennan, San Diego 1997 and, in addition to being placed first in the senior ceòl beag at both meetings, he finished 2nd overall at the 1997 Glenfiddich Invitational. He won the Clasp at Inverness in 1998 and won of the Donald MacLeod Competition in 1999.
Also perfoming is Angus MacColl jnr. Angus is a member of the Oban High School Pipe Band and often performs at competitions and events
Aonghas MacCoinnich
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Thogadh Aonghas a’ seinn na pìoba ’s a’ bruidhinn na Gàidhlig ann am Màbu, Ceap Breatainn. Leis mar a dh’fhàs e ann an àite cho beairteach ann an ceòl cha b’ iongnadh e gun do choisinn e iomadach duais mhòr ann an Ameireagaidh a Tuath, air a cheann fhèin agus mar Mhàidsear na Pìoba ann an Còmhlan-pìoba Colaiste Ghàidhlig Naoimh Anna. On a ghluais e air adhart o na farpaisean tha an stoidhle shònraichte aig Aonghas air aire dhaoine a tharraing anns gach àite ann an saoghal a chiùil – ’s tha e a’ cosnadh ainm mar fhear de na pìobairean as fheàrr a th’ againn.
Angus MacKenzie
Angus grew up playing the pipes and speaking Gaelic in Mabou, Cape Breton Island. Coming from such a musically rich area it's no surprise that he went on to win many of the most prestigious competitions in North America, both as a solo piper and as Pipe Major of St. Anne's Gaelic College Pipe Band. Having moved on from competition piping, Angus' unique style has been attracting attention from all areas of the musical world as he is quickly gaining a reputation as one of the finest pipers to be heard.
Art MacCarmaig
Rugadh agus thogadh Art MacCarmaig san Eilean Sgitheanach agus thòisich e air seinn nuair a bha e 8. B’ e am fear a b’ òige a-riamh a choisinn Bonn Òr a’ Mhòid Nàiseanta aig aois 18. Tha e air grunn chlàran a chur a-mach air a cheann fhèin agus cuide ri Mac-tall agus Cliar, ’s bha e fhèin ’s Blair Dùghlas gu math soirbheachail còmhla fad iomadh bliadhna. Bidh Art tric a’ seinn fhathast agus bidh e air rèidio ’s an telebhisean eadar dleastanasan eile. ’S esan Ceannard Fèisean nan Gàidheal agus Cathraiche Bòrd na Gàidhlig.
Arthur Cormack
Arthur Cormack was born and brought up Skye, and began singing at the age of 8. He became the youngest ever male National Mòd Gold Medallist - the premier award for Gaelic singing - at the age of 18. He has several albums to his credit, as a solo singer and with the bands Mac-talla and Cliar, and for many years formed a successful duo with Blair Douglas.
Arthur is a still regular performer and appears on television and radio in between work commitments. He is Chief Executive of Fèisean nan Gàidheal and Cathraiche (Chair) of Bòrd na Gàidhlig.
Arthur is a still regular performer and appears on television and radio in between work commitments. He is Chief Executive of Fèisean nan Gàidheal and Cathraiche (Chair) of Bòrd na Gàidhlig.
Ashleigh Bell
Thòisich Ashleigh Bell ag ionnsachadh na pìoba aig aois 10 fo stiùireadh PM Andrew Venters. An dèidh dà bhliadhna cuide ris-san dh’ionnsaich i ceòl mòr cuide PM Nialll MacMhathain fhad ’s a bha i a’ faighinn leasan ann an ceòl beag bho Thormod Gillies, a chaochail anns an Fhaoilleach 2006.
Tha i air a bhith ann an co-fharpaisean òigridh on thòisich i a’ cluiche ’s thug i buaidh aig Farpais Comhail (Cowal) 2006, Caisteal Dhùn Robain (2004, 2005 ’s 2007) ’s aig Farpais na h-Òigridh aig a’ Mhòd Nàiseanta 2006.
Tha i air a bhith ann an co-fharpaisean òigridh on thòisich i a’ cluiche ’s thug i buaidh aig Farpais Comhail (Cowal) 2006, Caisteal Dhùn Robain (2004, 2005 ’s 2007) ’s aig Farpais na h-Òigridh aig a’ Mhòd Nàiseanta 2006.
Ashleigh Bell
Ashleigh Bell started learning the bagpipes at the age of 10 under the instruction of PM Andrew Venters.
After two years studying under his instruction she moved on to study Piobaireachd from PM Niall Matheson whilst also receiving light music lessons from Norman Gillies before he sadly passed away in February 2006.
She has been actively competing in junior competitions throughout her piping years with major successes being, Overall Cowal champion 2006, 2007 Dunrobin Castle Champion 2004, 2005 and 2007 1st in the National Mod Scottish Junior champion 2006.
After two years studying under his instruction she moved on to study Piobaireachd from PM Niall Matheson whilst also receiving light music lessons from Norman Gillies before he sadly passed away in February 2006.
She has been actively competing in junior competitions throughout her piping years with major successes being, Overall Cowal champion 2006, 2007 Dunrobin Castle Champion 2004, 2005 and 2007 1st in the National Mod Scottish Junior champion 2006.
Bill Innes
Thogadh Bill Innes ann an Uibhist a Deas. An dèidh a dhreuchd mar phileat a leigeil dheth, tha e air grunnd leabhraichean fhoillseachadh.
Choisinn Chì Mi, bàrdachd Dhòmhnaill Iain Dhonnchaidh, duais aig Mod Nàiseanta 1999. Chaidh Fo Sgàil a’ Swastika a mheas mar an leabhar Gàidhlig as fheàrr le luchd-èisteachd Radio nan Gàidheal. Tha St Valery: the Impossible Odds ann an clò airson a’ cheathramh turas. Dh’eadar-theangaich e Aeòlus agus am Balg, bàrdachd ainmeil le Dòmhnall Ruadh Phàislig, agus tha CD an cois an leabhair sin. Tha Bill den bheachd gu bheil bàrdachd traidiseanta anabarrach cudtromach do chultar nan Gàidheal. Bidh e tric air radio ’s TV agus tha air iomadach òraid a libhrigeadh air bàrdachd air feadh Bhreatainn agus ann an Ameireagaidh.
Choisinn Chì Mi, bàrdachd Dhòmhnaill Iain Dhonnchaidh, duais aig Mod Nàiseanta 1999. Chaidh Fo Sgàil a’ Swastika a mheas mar an leabhar Gàidhlig as fheàrr le luchd-èisteachd Radio nan Gàidheal. Tha St Valery: the Impossible Odds ann an clò airson a’ cheathramh turas. Dh’eadar-theangaich e Aeòlus agus am Balg, bàrdachd ainmeil le Dòmhnall Ruadh Phàislig, agus tha CD an cois an leabhair sin. Tha Bill den bheachd gu bheil bàrdachd traidiseanta anabarrach cudtromach do chultar nan Gàidheal. Bidh e tric air radio ’s TV agus tha air iomadach òraid a libhrigeadh air bàrdachd air feadh Bhreatainn agus ann an Ameireagaidh.
Bill Innes
Brought up in South Uist, he has produced several books since retiring from his career as an airline pilot.
Chì Mi, the poetry of Donald John MacDonald, won the 1999 National Mod literature prize. Fo Sgàil a’ Swastika was rated their favourite Gaelic book by Radio nan Gaidheal listeners. St Valery: the Impossible Odds is in its fourth print run. Aeolus! is a parallel translation (with CD) of a great epic ballad by Donald Macintyre, the Paisley bard.
Bill is a passionate advocate of the importance of the oral tradition to Gaelic culture. An experienced broadcaster on radio and TV, he lectures widely on traditional poetry to universities and societies throughout Britain and North America.
Chì Mi, the poetry of Donald John MacDonald, won the 1999 National Mod literature prize. Fo Sgàil a’ Swastika was rated their favourite Gaelic book by Radio nan Gaidheal listeners. St Valery: the Impossible Odds is in its fourth print run. Aeolus! is a parallel translation (with CD) of a great epic ballad by Donald Macintyre, the Paisley bard.
Bill is a passionate advocate of the importance of the oral tradition to Gaelic culture. An experienced broadcaster on radio and TV, he lectures widely on traditional poetry to universities and societies throughout Britain and North America.
Bodega
On a thòisich iad ann an 2005, a’ buannachadh na farpais ‘BBC Rèidio 2 Luchd-ciùil Traidiseanta na Bliadhna’ goirid às dèidh sin, tha ‘Bodega’ air a bhith a’ sìor fhaighinn cliù air feadh an t-saoghail mar chòmhlan òg cho beothail ’s a th’ ann.
Chaidh an seasamh eadar-nàiseanta seo a dhaingneachadh nas fhaisg’ air an taigh ann an 2009 nuair a choisinn iad ‘An Còmhlan Traidiseanta as Fheàrr’ aig Duaisean Ceòl Traidiseanta na h-Alba.
Tha an còignear sa chòmhlan às gach ceàrnaidh de dh’Alba. Tha an ceòl aca ioma-chultarach agus, nas cudromaiche na sin, fìor inntinneach.
Chaidh an seasamh eadar-nàiseanta seo a dhaingneachadh nas fhaisg’ air an taigh ann an 2009 nuair a choisinn iad ‘An Còmhlan Traidiseanta as Fheàrr’ aig Duaisean Ceòl Traidiseanta na h-Alba.
Tha an còignear sa chòmhlan às gach ceàrnaidh de dh’Alba. Tha an ceòl aca ioma-chultarach agus, nas cudromaiche na sin, fìor inntinneach.
Bodega
Since forming in 2005, then winning the coveted title of ‘BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Musicians of the Year’ under a year later, ‘Bodega’ have consistently been hailed across the world as one of Scotland’s most dynamic young groups.
This international view was confirmed closer to home in late 2009 when the band were voted’ Best Scottish Folk Band of the Year’ at the acclaimed Scottish Traditional Music Awards.
With all five members hailing from different regions of Scotland, their sound is a culturally eclectic and perhaps more importantly a hugely exciting one.
This international view was confirmed closer to home in late 2009 when the band were voted’ Best Scottish Folk Band of the Year’ at the acclaimed Scottish Traditional Music Awards.
With all five members hailing from different regions of Scotland, their sound is a culturally eclectic and perhaps more importantly a hugely exciting one.
Breabach
’S e th’ ann am Breabach ach còmhlan cho cruthachail ’s cho eadar-dhealaichte ’s a thog ceann ann saoghal ceòl na h-Alba o chionn ghoirid. Eadar cruaidh-ruitheaman nan rìdhlichean aca gu na h-òrain a th’ air an gabhail ann an dòigh cho blàth, chan eil teagamh ann gu bheil Breabach air fàs gu math ainmeil do mhòran dhaoine ann an saoghal ceòl traidiseanta na dùthcha.
Chuireadh air adhart iad aig na Trad Awards son ‘Best Up and Coming Artist’ ann an 2006 agus ‘Best Folk Band’ ann an 2007 ’s 2008. Tha ceòl làidir Breabach stèidhte air an dà phìob aig Calum MacCruimein agus Donal Brown. Nan cois tha an fhìdhlearachd shònraichte aig Pasty Reid ’s tha tuilleadh taic a’ tighinn on ghiotàr bheothail aig Eòghann Robastan.
Chuireadh air adhart iad aig na Trad Awards son ‘Best Up and Coming Artist’ ann an 2006 agus ‘Best Folk Band’ ann an 2007 ’s 2008. Tha ceòl làidir Breabach stèidhte air an dà phìob aig Calum MacCruimein agus Donal Brown. Nan cois tha an fhìdhlearachd shònraichte aig Pasty Reid ’s tha tuilleadh taic a’ tighinn on ghiotàr bheothail aig Eòghann Robastan.
Breabach
Breabach are one of the most inventive and diverse bands to have emerged from the Scottish folk scene in recent years. From their foot-stomping reels to their heartwarming delivery of songs, there can be no doubt why Breabach has become a household name for many on the folk and roots music scene.
Nominated in the Scots Trad Music Awards for ‘Best Up and Coming Artist’ in 2006 and ‘Best Folk Band’ in 2007 and 2008, Breabach’s huge sound is dominated by the twin Bagpipes of Calum MacCrimmon and Donal Brown. This is complemented by the extraordinary fiddle playing of Patsy Reid and is further supported by the charismatic guitar playing of Ewan Robertson.
Nominated in the Scots Trad Music Awards for ‘Best Up and Coming Artist’ in 2006 and ‘Best Folk Band’ in 2007 and 2008, Breabach’s huge sound is dominated by the twin Bagpipes of Calum MacCrimmon and Donal Brown. This is complemented by the extraordinary fiddle playing of Patsy Reid and is further supported by the charismatic guitar playing of Ewan Robertson.
Brian McAlpine
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Chan eil cluicheadair meur-chlàr an Alba air iarraidh cho mòr ri Brian agus chithear aig iomadach consart agus craoladh de cheòl traidiseanta e, ann an Alba. Tha e gu math cofhurtail ann an iomadach seòrsa ciùil agus còmhlain a leithid na Pearlfishers, Iron Horse Cantycheils agus Seisean A9. Tha Brian cuideachd air mòran obair a dhèanamh ann an theatre, rèidio agus telebhisean.
O chionn ghoirid tha Brian air a bhith a’ cluiche agus a’ clàradh cuide ris na seinneadairean Gàidhlig Eilidh NicCoinnich agus Magaidh NicAonghais.
O chionn ghoirid tha Brian air a bhith a’ cluiche agus a’ clàradh cuide ris na seinneadairean Gàidhlig Eilidh NicCoinnich agus Magaidh NicAonghais.
Brian McAlpine
Brian is probably Scotland’s most sought-after keyboard accompanist and is to be found in numerous concerts and broadcasts of traditional music in contemporary Scotland. Equally at home in many varied musical genres and bands, including The Pearlfishers, Iron Horse, Cantychiels and Session A9. Brian has also worked extensively in theatre, radio and television productions.
Recently Brian has been performing and recording with Gaelic singers Eilidh Mackenzie and Maggie Macinnes.
Recently Brian has been performing and recording with Gaelic singers Eilidh Mackenzie and Maggie Macinnes.
Brìghde Chaimbeul
’S ann às an Eilean Sgitheanach a tha Brìghde ’s ged nach eil i ach aon bhliadhna deug a dh’aois tha i air cliù a chosnadh dhi fhèin am measg phìobairean. Ann an 2009, ’s i deich, bhuannaich i an co-fharpais do chlann fo aois 15 (an neach as òige a-riamh) aig Farpais Pìobaireachd na h-Òigridh aig Poileas Srath Chluaidh agus, ann an 2009, b’ ise an neach a b’ òige a-riamh a bhuannaich bonn aig an fharpais mhòr ud - Cruinneachadh a’ Chinn a Tuath.
Chaidh Brìghde a theagasg le Niall Stiùbhart (a bhuannaich Bonn Òr Cruinneachadh Siorrachd Earra-Ghàidheal) fear a bh’ air a theagasg leis a’ phìobair ainmeil John D Burgess. Thuirt am pìobair agus am breitheamh Fionnlagh MacRath gur e “piping prodigy” a th’ innte ’s nach cual e pìobair òg cho comasach ann an còrr is 75 bliadhna a’ cluiche ’s ag èisteachd. Tha Brìghde gu seachd àraid measail air Ceòl Mòr, ceòl clasaigeach na pìoba mòire.
Thogadh i le Gàidhlig, ’s tha Brìghde air grunn bhonn a bhuannachadh son seinn aig Mòdan Nàiseanta agus bidh i a’ cluiche a’ phiàna ’s na fìdhle cuideachd. Ràinig i a’ chuairt dheireannach de Cho-fharpais Piàna Nàiseanta Mhoireibh ’s bhuannaich i cuachan airson Fìdhlearachd Thraidiseanta agus an Violin Clasaigeach aig Fèis-chiùil Inbhir Nis air a’ bhliadhna seo. ’S toil leatha falbh air a baidhsagal, snàmh agus leughadh a’ Bheano.
Chaidh Brìghde a theagasg le Niall Stiùbhart (a bhuannaich Bonn Òr Cruinneachadh Siorrachd Earra-Ghàidheal) fear a bh’ air a theagasg leis a’ phìobair ainmeil John D Burgess. Thuirt am pìobair agus am breitheamh Fionnlagh MacRath gur e “piping prodigy” a th’ innte ’s nach cual e pìobair òg cho comasach ann an còrr is 75 bliadhna a’ cluiche ’s ag èisteachd. Tha Brìghde gu seachd àraid measail air Ceòl Mòr, ceòl clasaigeach na pìoba mòire.
Thogadh i le Gàidhlig, ’s tha Brìghde air grunn bhonn a bhuannachadh son seinn aig Mòdan Nàiseanta agus bidh i a’ cluiche a’ phiàna ’s na fìdhle cuideachd. Ràinig i a’ chuairt dheireannach de Cho-fharpais Piàna Nàiseanta Mhoireibh ’s bhuannaich i cuachan airson Fìdhlearachd Thraidiseanta agus an Violin Clasaigeach aig Fèis-chiùil Inbhir Nis air a’ bhliadhna seo. ’S toil leatha falbh air a baidhsagal, snàmh agus leughadh a’ Bheano.
Bridget Campbell
Eleven-year-old Brìghde Chaimbeul from Skye already had a considerable reputation in piping circles and is especially fond of Ceòl Mòr, the classical music of the Highland bagpipe. In 2009, at age ten, she became the youngest-ever winner of both the Under-15 Pìobaireachd Competition at the Strathclyde Police Junior Piping Championships and to win a Pìobaireachd medal at the prestigious Northern Meeting.
Taught by Argyllshire Gathering Gold Medallist Niall Stewart, who in turn was taught by the world-famous piper John D Burgess, Brìghdhe is described as "a piping prodigy" by the great Highland piper and judge Finlay MacRae.
A native Gaelic-speaker, Brìghde also won several medals for Gaelic Singing at Royal National Mods, and also plays the piano and fiddle/violin.
Taught by Argyllshire Gathering Gold Medallist Niall Stewart, who in turn was taught by the world-famous piper John D Burgess, Brìghdhe is described as "a piping prodigy" by the great Highland piper and judge Finlay MacRae.
A native Gaelic-speaker, Brìghde also won several medals for Gaelic Singing at Royal National Mods, and also plays the piano and fiddle/violin.
Bruce MacGriogair
’S ann airson Blazin’ Fiddles a thòiseachadh as fheàrr as aithnear Bruce MacGriogair. Chaidh e air chuairt ’s chlàr e cuide ris a’ chiad bhuill a bh’ ann an sàr-chòmhlan na Gàidhlig - Cliar. Chaidh Bruce oideachadh le Donald Riddell ’s tha an stoidhle aige a’ gabhail a-steach na puingean as mionaidiche de dh’fhìlearachd na Gàidhealtachd – dàna agus garbh aig amannan, ceòlmhor ’s àlainn aig amannan eile. Bidh e cuideachd a’ cluiche cuide ris an trio ainmeil ud MacGriogair, Brechin ’s Ó hEadhra.
A thuilleadh air a bhith tric air chuairt, tha Bruce air ceòl a sgrìobhadh son TBh, rèidio ’s an àrd-ùrlar. Nuair a tha tìde aige dha fhèin bidh e uaireannan a’ craoladh do BhBC Radio na h-Alba ’s a’ ruith ionad luchd-tadhail faisg air Inbhir Nis.
A thuilleadh air a bhith tric air chuairt, tha Bruce air ceòl a sgrìobhadh son TBh, rèidio ’s an àrd-ùrlar. Nuair a tha tìde aige dha fhèin bidh e uaireannan a’ craoladh do BhBC Radio na h-Alba ’s a’ ruith ionad luchd-tadhail faisg air Inbhir Nis.
Bruce MacGregor
Bruce MacGregor, is probably best known as founder and driving force behind the multi-award-winning Blazin’ Fiddles. He also toured and recorded with the first incarnation of Gaelic supergroup Cliar. Bruce was taught by the great Donald Riddell, and his style encapsulates the finest points of Highland fiddle music – bold and rugged at times, lyrical and beautiful at others. He also performs with the acclaimed trad trio MacGregor, Brechin & Ó hEadhra.
As well as being a touring musician, Bruce’s composing skills have seen his work commissioned for TV, radio and stage. He also occupies his spare time occasionally broadcasting for BBC Radio Scotland and running a visitor centre near Inverness.
As well as being a touring musician, Bruce’s composing skills have seen his work commissioned for TV, radio and stage. He also occupies his spare time occasionally broadcasting for BBC Radio Scotland and running a visitor centre near Inverness.
Buddy Dòmhnallach
Thòisich Buddy a’ seinn, a’ sgrìobhadh òran agus a’ cluiche giotàr, 35 bliadhna air ais. Rugadh agus thogadh e air a’ Chladach a Tuath ann an Ceap Breatainn ’s chuala e, na òige, cuid de na seinneadairean agus na sgeulaichean ainmeil Gàidhlig san eilean. Tha mòran dhe na h-òrain aige a’ tighinn às an stoidhle seo, air an do chuir e eòlas na bhalach.
Rè nam bliadhnaichean tha Buddy air consartan a chumail air feadh Chanada, sna Stàitean Aonaichte, sa Ghearmailt, an Alba agus sna dùthchannan Lochlannach, na aonar agus cuide ri luchd-ciùil eile à Ceap Breatainn.
Buddy Mac Donald
Buddy's career as a singer, song-writer, entertainer, guitarist, began thirty five years ago. Born and brought up on the Northern Shores of Cape Breton Island, he was exposed at an early age, to the singing and storytelling of some of the great Celtic singers of his native Island. Much of his song-writing is still influenced by this style he was so familiar with as a young boy.
Over the years Buddy has travelled and entertained audiences throughout Canada, the United States, Germany, Scotland and the Scandinavian countries, performing as a solo act and in different combinations with other musicians from Cape Breton.
Over the years Buddy has travelled and entertained audiences throughout Canada, the United States, Germany, Scotland and the Scandinavian countries, performing as a solo act and in different combinations with other musicians from Cape Breton.
Cairngorm Cèilidh Trail
Cairngorm Cèilidh Trail
Cuairt nan Cèilidhean – Canàl Chaledònia
Tha Cuairt nan Cèilidhean – Canal Chaledònia – a’ toirt luchd-ciùil òg cruinn gus cluiche aig diofar àitichean timcheall air Inbhir Nis, Loch Nis agus Canàl Chaledònia.Tha a’ chuairt seo air a chur air dòigh le Seirbheis Cultar agus Spòrs Comhairle na Gàidhealtachd, maoinichte ann am pàirt le British Waterways, Scotland ’s ag obair ann an co-bhann le TMC Folk.
Ann an 2009 bha còmhlan na cuairt seo air a stiùireadh le fear-bogsa Cameron Kellow ’s thug iad buaidh mhòr air an luchd-èisteachd aig consart deireannach Bhlas aig Eden Court.
Tha sgioba na cuairt seo tric a’ cluiche còmla ri TMC Folk, ’s an stiùiriche aca, David Bowen cuide ri muinntir Cuairt Cèilidhean Loch Abar ’s òganaich bho Fhèis a’ Bhaile.
Ann an 2009 bha còmhlan na cuairt seo air a stiùireadh le fear-bogsa Cameron Kellow ’s thug iad buaidh mhòr air an luchd-èisteachd aig consart deireannach Bhlas aig Eden Court.
Tha sgioba na cuairt seo tric a’ cluiche còmla ri TMC Folk, ’s an stiùiriche aca, David Bowen cuide ri muinntir Cuairt Cèilidhean Loch Abar ’s òganaich bho Fhèis a’ Bhaile.
Caledonian Canal Cèilidh Trail
The Caledonian Canal Ceilidh Trail brings together young musicians to play a variety of locations around Inverness, Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal.
The Ceilidh Trail is organised by The Highland Council’s Education, Culture and Sport Service, partly funded by British Waterways, Scotland and working in partnership with TMC Folk.
In 2009 the ceilidh trail band was led by accordionist Cameron Kellow and brought the house down with their performance at Blas' finale concert at Eden Court.
The ceilidh trail team is often joined by TMC Folk, and their MD, David Bowen plus Fèis Lochabair Ceilidh Trailers and young musicians from Fèis a Bhaile.
The Ceilidh Trail is organised by The Highland Council’s Education, Culture and Sport Service, partly funded by British Waterways, Scotland and working in partnership with TMC Folk.
In 2009 the ceilidh trail band was led by accordionist Cameron Kellow and brought the house down with their performance at Blas' finale concert at Eden Court.
The ceilidh trail team is often joined by TMC Folk, and their MD, David Bowen plus Fèis Lochabair Ceilidh Trailers and young musicians from Fèis a Bhaile.
Canntaireachd
Thàinig Canntaireachd gu bith o chionn trì bliadhna fo sgèith Fèis na h-Òige. ’S e còmhlan seinn a th’ ann de dheugairean aig a bheil Gàidhlig ’s a chaidh tro fhoghlam Gàidhlig ann an Inbhir Nis. Tha iad a-nise ann an àrd-sgoiltean faisg air a’ bhaile mhòr ’s bidh iad a’ coinneachadh uair san t-seachdain. Tha iad air cliù a chosnadh dhaibh fhèin mar chòmhlan fìor chomasach ann an co-sheirm Gàidhlig.Tha seann òrain agus òrain ùra aca agus mar chòmhlan tha Canntaireachd air tòiseachadh air pìosan a sgrìobhadh dhaibh fhèin. Tha sinn fìor thoilichte ionnsachadh gu bheil a’ chiad chlàr aca ri fhaighinn a-nise.
Canntaireachd
Three years ago Canntaireachd formed under the umbrella of Fèis na h-Òige. A vocal group of Gaelic speaking teenagers all of whom have gone through Gaelic medium primary education in Inverness and are now in various secondary schools around the Highland capital area, they meet weekly. They have built up quite a reputation for themselves as leading exponents of Gaelic vocal harmony singing.
Their repertoire includes both traditional and contemporary Gaelic songs and as a group Canntaireachd has begun to pen its own compositions. We are delighted to announce that the group’s debut album is available now.
Their repertoire includes both traditional and contemporary Gaelic songs and as a group Canntaireachd has begun to pen its own compositions. We are delighted to announce that the group’s debut album is available now.
Cairistìona Primrose
Tha an seinneadair iomraiteach Cairistìona Primrose air iomadh cuairt a dhèanamh anns na Stàitean ’s ann an Canada, Astràilia ’s an Roinn Eòrpa, a’ dèanamh bhùithtean-obrach ’s a’ gabhail amhran. Bha i cuideachd an sàs ann an Fèis-chiùil urramach an Smithsonian ann an Washington, USA, mar phàirt de ‘Scotland at the Smithsonian’, cuide ris a’ chlàrsair ainmeil Alison Kinnaird.
Tha Cairistìona an-dràsta a’ teagasg Òrain na Gàidhlig aig Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, colaiste na Gàidhlig san Eilean Sgitheanach, ’s bidh i tric a’ bruidhinn ’s a’ seinn aig co-labhairtean agus tachartasan eile aig a’ cholaiste.
Tha Cairistìona an-dràsta a’ teagasg Òrain na Gàidhlig aig Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, colaiste na Gàidhlig san Eilean Sgitheanach, ’s bidh i tric a’ bruidhinn ’s a’ seinn aig co-labhairtean agus tachartasan eile aig a’ cholaiste.
Christine Primrose
Acclaimed Gaelic singer Christine Primrose has toured extensively in Northern America and Canada, Australia and Europe, conducting workshops, giving concerts and recitals. She also took part in the prestigious Smithsonian Folklife Music Festival in Washington USA, as part of 'Scotland at the Smithsonian', along with the renowned harp-player Alison Kinnaird.
Christine is currently teaching Gaelic song at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, the Gaelic College on the Isle of Skye, and frequently gives Gaelic song presentations at the various conferences and events which are held at the college.
Christine is currently teaching Gaelic song at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, the Gaelic College on the Isle of Skye, and frequently gives Gaelic song presentations at the various conferences and events which are held at the college.
Deoch ‘n’ Dorus
Dh’fhàs daoine gu math measail air Deoch ‘n’ Dorus air cuairt nan cèilidhean ’s nam fèisean rè nam bliadhnaichean on a chuir iad crìoch air cùrsa ciùil aig an RSAMD. Tha an cridhealas aca agus an dealbhadh ealanta a nì iad air a’ cheòl aca a’ còrdadh gu mòr ri luchd-èisteachd agus luchd-dannsa. Tha iad air a bhith air ‘Take the Floor’ air BBC Radio Alba grunn thuras ’s tha iad air dà chlàr a chur a-mach a choisinn moladh mòr.
“On chridhe agus on anam – o luchd-ciùil a tha a’ tuigsinn ’s a’ gabhail uallach mu ar ceòl. Tha Deoch ‘n’ Dorus air pòsadh soirbheachail a dhèanamh eadar an seann dualchas agus ceòl ùr” - Blair Dùghlas
“On chridhe agus on anam – o luchd-ciùil a tha a’ tuigsinn ’s a’ gabhail uallach mu ar ceòl. Tha Deoch ‘n’ Dorus air pòsadh soirbheachail a dhèanamh eadar an seann dualchas agus ceòl ùr” - Blair Dùghlas
Deoch ‘n’ Dorus
Deoch 'n' Dorus have fast become favourites on the ceilidh and festival circuits over the years since graduating from the RSAMD traditional music course. Their energy and tasteful arrangements sit well with both listening and dancing audiences. As well as broadcasting several times on BBC Radio Scotland's ever popular 'Take the floor' programme, the band have released two albums to date attracting high acclaim.
'From the heart and from the soul- from musicians that understand, and care, about our music. Deoch 'n' Dorus successfully fuse the older traditions with new discoveries and compositions' - Blair Douglas
'From the heart and from the soul- from musicians that understand, and care, about our music. Deoch 'n' Dorus successfully fuse the older traditions with new discoveries and compositions' - Blair Douglas
Dochas
Tha an còmhlan seo às gach ceàrnaidh de dh’Alba agus tha fèill orra mar fhear de na rudan as fheàrr a thàinig às an dùthaich. Tha iad air mòr-thlachd a thoirt do luchd-èisteachd eadar Achd Ille Bhuidhe ’s Astràilia, Copenhagen ’s Calgary, Vienna ’s Vancouver ’s tha Dòchas gu luath a’ ruiginn mullach na craoibhe air cuairt nam Fèisean.
Tha Dòchas fada nas fheàrr còmhla na tha iad fa leth agus ’s e rud iongantach a tha sin nuair a chuimhnicheas tu gu bheil a h-uile duin’ aca air duaisean a chosnadh ’s gu bheil fèill orra mar luchd-ciùil seisein.
Cluinnear na tàlantan air fad aig Kathleen Boyle, Julie Fowlis, Carol-Anne Mackay, Eilidh NicLeòid, Màrtin O’Neill agus Jenna Reid.
Tha Dòchas fada nas fheàrr còmhla na tha iad fa leth agus ’s e rud iongantach a tha sin nuair a chuimhnicheas tu gu bheil a h-uile duin’ aca air duaisean a chosnadh ’s gu bheil fèill orra mar luchd-ciùil seisein.
Cluinnear na tàlantan air fad aig Kathleen Boyle, Julie Fowlis, Carol-Anne Mackay, Eilidh NicLeòid, Màrtin O’Neill agus Jenna Reid.
Dochas
Hailing from all parts of Scotland, this award winning and dynamic band are heralded as one of the country's finest exports. Having delighted audiences from Achiltibuie to Austria, Copenhagen to Calgary and Vienna to Vancouver, Dòchas are fast becoming one of the most popular bands on the Festival circuit.
A well worn phrase, but Dòchas really amounts to much more than the sum of its parts. And this becomes all the more impressive when you consider the parts themselves - award winning individuals, and sought after session musicians.
Featuring the many talents of Kathleen Boyle, Julie Fowlis, Carol-Anne Mackay, Eilidh Macleod, Martin O'Neill and Jenna Reid.
A well worn phrase, but Dòchas really amounts to much more than the sum of its parts. And this becomes all the more impressive when you consider the parts themselves - award winning individuals, and sought after session musicians.
Featuring the many talents of Kathleen Boyle, Julie Fowlis, Carol-Anne Mackay, Eilidh Macleod, Martin O'Neill and Jenna Reid.
Dòmhnall Grannd
Rugadh Dòmhnall Grannd ann an Drochaid Ruaidh ann an Loch Abar agus ’s ann an sin a ghabh e ùidh ann an ceòl an toiseach. Tha e a’ fuireach ann an Dùn Èideann a-nise ’s tha e air obrachadh cuide ri roinn mhòr de luchd-ciùil a leithid Catrìona McKay, Kate Rusby, Roy Bailey, Alistair Anderson, Luke Daniels, Jenna Reid, an Geoff Gascoyne Project, an Elias Quartet, Niccola Benedetti ’s eile.
Chaidh e gu Fèisean nan Gàidheal agus Sabhal Mòr Ostaig son iomadach bliadhna agus bhuannaich e iomadach turas aig a’ Mhòd Nàiseanta an Alba ’s aig an Fhèis Pan Ceilteach ann an Èirinn.
Chaidh e gu Fèisean nan Gàidheal agus Sabhal Mòr Ostaig son iomadach bliadhna agus bhuannaich e iomadach turas aig a’ Mhòd Nàiseanta an Alba ’s aig an Fhèis Pan Ceilteach ann an Èirinn.
Donald Grant
Donald Grant was brought up in the village of RoyBridge in Lochaber and it was there that his passion for music was first fuelled. He now lives in Edinburgh and has worked with a diverse variety of musicians including Catriona McKay, Kate Rusby, Roy Bailey, Alistair Anderson, Luke Daniels, Jenna Reid, The Geoff Gascoyne Project, The Elias Quartet, Niccola Benedetti and others.
He attended Feisan nan Gaidheal and Sabhal Mor Ostaig for many years and was winner numerous times at the National Mod in Scotland and also at the Pan Celtic Festival in Ireland.
He attended Feisan nan Gaidheal and Sabhal Mor Ostaig for many years and was winner numerous times at the National Mod in Scotland and also at the Pan Celtic Festival in Ireland.
Donaidh Rothach
Chunnaic Donaidh Rothach Runrig a’ cluiche an toiseach ann an 1973 ’s chaidh iarraidh air gabhail dhan chòmhlan a’ bhliadhna às dèidh sin. Mar sheinneadair do Runrig, rinn Donaidh ainm mòr dha fhèin san 80an ’s na 90an. Dh’fhàg e Runrig ann an 1997 airson dreuchd ann am poileataics. Dh’fhàg e beannachd aig a’ chòmhlan aig cuirm-chiùil aig Caisteal Sruighlea air 29 Lùnastal.
Tha Donaidh air leantainn air ann an ceòl mar sheinneadair/sgrìobhaiche-òran soirbheachail ’s rinn e sreath de chuirmean beò air an robh ‘An Turas – The Journey’ le ensemble de dhà fhichead. Thug e a-mach clàr beò iomraiteach, a rinneadh aig an Talla-consart Rìoghail an Glaschu aig Celtic Connections 2008.
Tha e an-diugh na Stiùiriche Leasachaidh aig Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, Sàr-ionad na Gàidhlig san Eilean Sgitheanach.
Tha Donaidh air leantainn air ann an ceòl mar sheinneadair/sgrìobhaiche-òran soirbheachail ’s rinn e sreath de chuirmean beò air an robh ‘An Turas – The Journey’ le ensemble de dhà fhichead. Thug e a-mach clàr beò iomraiteach, a rinneadh aig an Talla-consart Rìoghail an Glaschu aig Celtic Connections 2008.
Tha e an-diugh na Stiùiriche Leasachaidh aig Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, Sàr-ionad na Gàidhlig san Eilean Sgitheanach.
Donnie Munro
Donnie Munro first saw Runrig play in 1973 and was approached one year later to become a member of the band. As lead singer of Runrig, Munro became established as the leading Gaelic popular music performer of the 1980s and 1990s. He left Runrig in 1997 to pursue a career in politics. His final performance was a farewell concert at Stirling Castle on the 29th August.
Donnie has continued his musical career as a successful singer-songwriter and has completed a series of acclaimed live shows titled 'An Turas - The Journey', with a forty piece ensemble. He released an acclaimed live album, recorded at the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow, during Celtic Connections 2008.
He continues to work as the Director of Development at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, Scotland's National Centre for the Gaelic Language and Culture on Skye.
Donnie has continued his musical career as a successful singer-songwriter and has completed a series of acclaimed live shows titled 'An Turas - The Journey', with a forty piece ensemble. He released an acclaimed live album, recorded at the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow, during Celtic Connections 2008.
He continues to work as the Director of Development at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, Scotland's National Centre for the Gaelic Language and Culture on Skye.
Donnchadh Siosal
Ann an 1988 rinn Donnchadh Siosal, à Inbhir Nis, a’ chiad chlàr aige. Bha gliocas agus maise gu leòr ri chluinntinn gus aithneachadh gur e fìdhlear uasal air leth a th’ ann. Thàinig an cothrom mòr aig Donnchadh mar fhìdhlear agus prìomh fhear-ciùil cuide ri Wolfstone.
Beagan is deich bliadhna an dèidh a’ chiad chlàr aige thug e a-mach ‘Redpoint’. ’S e clàr àlainn a tha seo ’s dhaingnich e gu bheil Donnchadh air fear cho tàlantach ’s a th’ ann an Alba. Tha e ainmeil son maise a’ chluich’ aige ’s tha e air a bhith greis còmhla ri Blazin’ Fiddles. Chluich e cuideachd còmhla ri Ivan Drever agus sa còmhlan aig Julie Fowlis.
Beagan is deich bliadhna an dèidh a’ chiad chlàr aige thug e a-mach ‘Redpoint’. ’S e clàr àlainn a tha seo ’s dhaingnich e gu bheil Donnchadh air fear cho tàlantach ’s a th’ ann an Alba. Tha e ainmeil son maise a’ chluich’ aige ’s tha e air a bhith greis còmhla ri Blazin’ Fiddles. Chluich e cuideachd còmhla ri Ivan Drever agus sa còmhlan aig Julie Fowlis.
Duncan Chisholm
In 1988 Inverness born Duncan Chisholm recorded his debut album. There was enough charm and wisdom displayed to recognise instantly that he's is a fiddler of class and distinction. Duncans big 'break' came as fiddler, and instrumental frontman with Scotland's premier folk rock outfit Wolfstone.
Just over a decade after his debut album came the release of the sublime 'Redpoint'. An album of ageless beauty, firmly establishing him as one of the most gifted Scottish players. Noted for his beautiful lyrical playing, Duncan played for some time with Blazin Fiddles. Duncan also performs in a duo with Ivan Drever and in the Julie Fowlis band.
Just over a decade after his debut album came the release of the sublime 'Redpoint'. An album of ageless beauty, firmly establishing him as one of the most gifted Scottish players. Noted for his beautiful lyrical playing, Duncan played for some time with Blazin Fiddles. Duncan also performs in a duo with Ivan Drever and in the Julie Fowlis band.
Èilidh NicCoinnich
On a bha i na deugair, tha Eilidh NicCoinnich air a bhith a’ sgrìobhadh òran dhi fhèin, do na còmhlain Mac-talla agus MacCoinnich, airson choimiseanan a leithid Fèis Choinnich Odhair, Lasair Dhè agus pròiseact Shomhairle MhicGill-Eain cho math ri grunn phrògraman telebhisean.
Ann an 2005 thàinig am bun-bheachd thuice, sgrìobh i òrain agus riochdaich i a’ chiad dealbh-chiùil (musical) Gàidhlig a-riamh – “Taigh Màiri Anndra” a bha stèidhte air beatha agus obair an eòlaiche beul-aithris Mairead Fay Shaw.
Choisinn i Bonn Òr a’ Mhòid agus chuir i air chois an còmhlan Canntaireachd. Ann an 2009 thug i a-mach an siathamh clàr aice (an dàrna fear air a ceann fhèin) – Bel Canto.
Ann an 2005 thàinig am bun-bheachd thuice, sgrìobh i òrain agus riochdaich i a’ chiad dealbh-chiùil (musical) Gàidhlig a-riamh – “Taigh Màiri Anndra” a bha stèidhte air beatha agus obair an eòlaiche beul-aithris Mairead Fay Shaw.
Choisinn i Bonn Òr a’ Mhòid agus chuir i air chois an còmhlan Canntaireachd. Ann an 2009 thug i a-mach an siathamh clàr aice (an dàrna fear air a ceann fhèin) – Bel Canto.
Èilidh Mackenzie
Since teenage years, Eilidh Mackenzie has been a keen song-writer, writing for herself, for the bands Mac-talla and Mackenzie, for individual commissions including the Brahan Seer Festival, Lasair Dhe and Sorley Maclean projects as well as various television programmes.
In 2005 she devised the idea, wrote the songs for and produced the first ever Gaelic musical “Taigh Màiri Anndra” which centred on the life and work of folklorist Margaret Fay Shaw.
She is a Mod Gold Medallist and founder of the teenage song-group Canntaireachd. In 2009 she released her sixth recording, second as a solo artiste – Bel Canto.
In 2005 she devised the idea, wrote the songs for and produced the first ever Gaelic musical “Taigh Màiri Anndra” which centred on the life and work of folklorist Margaret Fay Shaw.
She is a Mod Gold Medallist and founder of the teenage song-group Canntaireachd. In 2009 she released her sixth recording, second as a solo artiste – Bel Canto.
Fiona J NicCoinnich
Tha an seinneadair Gàidhlig Fiona J NicCoinnich, à Inbhir Pheofharan, ainmeil airson crìochan seinn na Gàidhlig a phutadh ’s chan eil eagal sam bith oirre o bhith a’ feuchainn stoidhlichean eile, gus an stoidhle clasaigeach aice fhèin a thoirt air adhart. Tha 3 clàran aice air Greentrax – ’S e “A Good Suit of Clothes”, am fear as ùire agus an t-aon chlàr air an t-saoghal de dh’òrain Eilthireachd. Chaidh ‘Good Suit’(2009) agus ‘Duan Nollaig’(2007) a riochdachadh leis an fhear-chiùil rock ainmeil Irvin Duguid a bhios còmhla rithe air an àrd-ùrlar tric. Bidh i cuideachd a’ seinn ann an ‘Grinn’, duo cuide ris an nighean aice Katie, a bhios a’ seinn ’s a’ cluiche na clàrsaich.
Fiona J Mackenzie
Gaelic singer, Fiona J Mackenzie, from Dingwall is well known for pushing the boundaries of Gaelic song and she is unafraid of experimenting with styles and genres, developing her own unique style of Classic Gaelic. A Greentrax artist, she has 3 CDs to her name, the most recent being “A Good Suit of Clothes”, the world’s only album of Emigrant Songs. Both ‘Good Suit’(2009) and ‘Duan Nollaig’(2007) were produced by well known Scottish rock musician Irvin Duguid with whom she performs regularly. She also performs with the duo ‘Grinn’ ,with her daughter Katie on vocals and clàrsach.
Gary Innes and Ewan Robertson
Tha an sàr chluicheadar bogsa Gary Innes air a bhith a' cluiche air feadh an t-saoghail ann an àiteachan cho farsaing ri Casagstan, Sìona, Ameireagaidh agus air feadh na Roinn Eòrpa. Leis an stoidhle shònraichte a th' aige tha e air mòran taisbeanaidhean beò a dhèanamh le cuid dhen luchd-chiùil as ainmeil ann an ceòl traidiseanta, nam measg Runrig, a chleachd dealbh de Gary a' cluiche iomain air còmhdach a' chlàir mu dheireadh aca. Tha Gary a' toirt nam port luath ealanta beothail aige fhèin gu aire an t-sluaigh leis a' chòmhlan Box Club a bharrachd air Mànran agus tòrr phròiseactan eile.
Thòisich an seinneadair/cluicheadar giotàr òg Eòghainn a' cluiche na fìdhle agus an fheadain aig seachd bliadhna dh'aois tro Iomairt nam Fèisean agus chaidh e air adhart gu Sgoil Chiùil a' Phluic. Air sgàth gainnead de luchd-taice ciùil thòisich Eòghainn a' cluiche a' ghiotàr agus chleachd e na seiseanan ciùil beothail ann an Glaschu airson an stoidhle sùrdail aige a leasachadh. B' e Eòghainn a' chiad seinneadair/cluicheadair giotàr a bhuannaich duais BBC Neach Ciùil Òga na Bliadhna ann an 2008 agus tha e cuideachd na phàirt den chòmhlan Breabach a tha air duaisean a chosnadh dhaibh fhèin.
Airson a' chonsart seo bidh an dithis, a tha cuideachd nan deagh charaidean, air an cuideachadh leis an drumair thàlantach Màrtainn O' Neill a tha air cliù a chosnadh dha fhèin mar aon dhen luchd-farmachd as fheàrr san t-saoghail.
Thòisich an seinneadair/cluicheadar giotàr òg Eòghainn a' cluiche na fìdhle agus an fheadain aig seachd bliadhna dh'aois tro Iomairt nam Fèisean agus chaidh e air adhart gu Sgoil Chiùil a' Phluic. Air sgàth gainnead de luchd-taice ciùil thòisich Eòghainn a' cluiche a' ghiotàr agus chleachd e na seiseanan ciùil beothail ann an Glaschu airson an stoidhle sùrdail aige a leasachadh. B' e Eòghainn a' chiad seinneadair/cluicheadair giotàr a bhuannaich duais BBC Neach Ciùil Òga na Bliadhna ann an 2008 agus tha e cuideachd na phàirt den chòmhlan Breabach a tha air duaisean a chosnadh dhaibh fhèin.
Airson a' chonsart seo bidh an dithis, a tha cuideachd nan deagh charaidean, air an cuideachadh leis an drumair thàlantach Màrtainn O' Neill a tha air cliù a chosnadh dha fhèin mar aon dhen luchd-farmachd as fheàrr san t-saoghail.
Gary Innes and Ewan Robertson
Accordion wizard Gary has performed throughout the world in locations as diverse as Kazakhstan, China, USA and all over Europe. His highly distinctive style has led to him making live appearances with many of folk's biggest names including Runrig who also used his shinty-playing image on the front cover of their latest album. Gary brings his lightning quick style of melody playing and a plethora of distinctive and quirky self-penned melodies to the fore with accordion outfit Box Club in addition to Mànran and many other projects.
Singer/guitarist Ewan began learning fiddle and chanter at the age of seven through the local Fèis movement and went onto study at the National Centre of Excellence for Traditional Music. A shortage of accompanists led Ewan to experimenting with the guitar and he used the vibrant session scene in Glasgow to develop a very driving style of guitar accompaniment. Ewan became the first singer/guitarist to win the BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year Award in 2008 and helped form award winning band Breabach.
For this concert the duo, who have long been firm friends and are accompanied by distinctive percussionist and World champion bodhran player, Martin O'Neill.
Singer/guitarist Ewan began learning fiddle and chanter at the age of seven through the local Fèis movement and went onto study at the National Centre of Excellence for Traditional Music. A shortage of accompanists led Ewan to experimenting with the guitar and he used the vibrant session scene in Glasgow to develop a very driving style of guitar accompaniment. Ewan became the first singer/guitarist to win the BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year Award in 2008 and helped form award winning band Breabach.
For this concert the duo, who have long been firm friends and are accompanied by distinctive percussionist and World champion bodhran player, Martin O'Neill.
Gerry O’Connor Trio
Tha Gerry O’Connor air am banjo a thoirt a dh’àitichean far nach deach cluicheadar eile roimhe. Tha e air a bhith air feadh an t-saoghail – na chorp ’s na cheòl – a’ feuchainn sop às gach seid bho cheòl Èireannach gu bluegrass gu Afraganach ’s Àisianach agus air ais gu Èireannach. Air a cheann fhèin agus ann am Four Men and a Dog, tha Gerry air slighe a’ bhanjo a leantainn tro shaoghal a’ chiùil.
Cho math ri sgrìobhadh agus cluiche tha fèill mhòr air Gerry mar neach-ciùil seisein. Rinn e obair air ceòl “Lord of the Dance” do Mhìcheal Flatley. Tha e air cluiche cuide ri mòran de luchd-ciùil ainmeil na h-Èireann: Na Waterboys, Mary Black, Arcady, Moya Brennan agus Luka Bloom am measg eile.
Cho math ri sgrìobhadh agus cluiche tha fèill mhòr air Gerry mar neach-ciùil seisein. Rinn e obair air ceòl “Lord of the Dance” do Mhìcheal Flatley. Tha e air cluiche cuide ri mòran de luchd-ciùil ainmeil na h-Èireann: Na Waterboys, Mary Black, Arcady, Moya Brennan agus Luka Bloom am measg eile.
Gerry O’Connor Trio
Gerry O'Connor has brought the banjo to places no other player had tread before. He has travelled the world - physically and musically - experimenting with everything from Irish to bluegrass to African and Asian, and back to Irish. Both as a soloist and as a member of the highly acclaimed Four Men and a Dog, Gerry has truly traced the banjo's journey through the world of music.
As well as being a composer and performer Gerry is a much sought after session musician. He worked on Michael Flatley's "Lord of the Dance" soundtrack. He has guested over the years with many famous Irish artists such as The Waterboy's, Mary Black, Arcady, Moya Brennan, and Luka Bloom.
As well as being a composer and performer Gerry is a much sought after session musician. He worked on Michael Flatley's "Lord of the Dance" soundtrack. He has guested over the years with many famous Irish artists such as The Waterboy's, Mary Black, Arcady, Moya Brennan, and Luka Bloom.
Goiridh Dòmhnallach
’S e seinneadair Gàidhlig, bàrd, sgeulaiche agus fear-teagaisg a th’ ann an Goiridh à Eilean Cheap Bhreatainn. Bha e fortanach gun d’ fhuair e cothrom ionnsachadh bho chuid de Ghàidheil uasal na sgìr’ aige fhèin ’s iad làn òran agus beul-aithirs: Seumas MacAoidh, Seonaidh Aonghuis Bhig, Pàdruig Aonghuis Sìne, Fransas Dhùghail Shandaidh ’s Rodaidh Ailig Ruairidh. Buinidh e do theaghlach làn ciùil – na “Dougald MacDonalds” à Queensville, Siorrachd Inbhir Nis, Ceap Breatainn. Thug luchd-ciùil air gach taobh dhen teaghlach buaidh air.
’S fheàrr le Goiridh a bhith a’ seinn san t-seann stoidhl’ a dh’ionnsaich e o sheinneadairean a’ bhaile aige fhèin – Bràigh na h-Aibhneadh. Tha e air òrain a ghabhail do luchd-èisteachd ann an Alba agus Èirinn cho math ri Canada fhèin. Bidh Goiridh ’s a mhac òg, Pàdruig, tric a’ seinn còmhla.
’S fheàrr le Goiridh a bhith a’ seinn san t-seann stoidhl’ a dh’ionnsaich e o sheinneadairean a’ bhaile aige fhèin – Bràigh na h-Aibhneadh. Tha e air òrain a ghabhail do luchd-èisteachd ann an Alba agus Èirinn cho math ri Canada fhèin. Bidh Goiridh ’s a mhac òg, Pàdruig, tric a’ seinn còmhla.
Jeff MacDonald
Goiridh Dòmhnallach (Jeff MacDonald) is a Gaelic singer, composer, storyteller and educator who was fortunate to have the opportunity to learn from some of Cape Breton's best tradition-bearers, including Seumas MacAoidh, Seonaidh Aonghuis Bhig, Pàdruig Aonghuis Sìne, Fransas Dhùghaill Shandaidh and Rodaidh Ailig Ruairidh. He is one of a musical Cape Breton family, the "Dougalds" MacDonalds originating in Queensville, Inverness County. He was influenced by traditional musicians on both sides of his family.
Goiridh prefers to sing in the traditional style he learned from the singers of his native Bràigh na h-Aibhneadh. He has performed in Scotland, Ireland, and Canada. Goiridh and his young son, Padruig, often sing together.
Goiridh prefers to sing in the traditional style he learned from the singers of his native Bràigh na h-Aibhneadh. He has performed in Scotland, Ireland, and Canada. Goiridh and his young son, Padruig, often sing together.
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Tha mu 13,000 duine òg a’ gabhail pàirt gach bliadhna ann an tachartas do bheil Fèisean nan Gàidheal a’ toirt taic, 5,000 den àireamh sin a’ gabhail pàirt anns na Fèisean fhèin. Tha mu 5,500 a’ gabhail pàirt ann an clasaichean Iomairt Ciùil an Òigridh a bhios Fèisean ionadail a’ cur air dòigh, tro chunnraidhean le Comhairle na Gàidhealtachd agus Comhairle Lodainn an Ear.
Tha Fèisean nan Gàidheal a’ leantainn air a’ toirt taic don Chompanaidh Theatar Meanbh-chuileag, a bhios a’ dol timcheall nan sgoiltean le deilbh-chluich a bhios a’ cur cudrom air dualchas agus eachdraidh na Gàidhlig agus bhom bi mu 2,500 a’ faighinn buannachd.
Tha Fèisean nan Gàidheal cuideachd an urra ris an Fhèis Blas, ann an com-pàirteachas le Comhairle na Gàidhealtachd agus an Lìonra Ealain Promoters, agus tha iad cuideachd a’ toirt taic do Fhèisean a tha a’ cur air adhart Turasan Cèilidh.
Tha Fèisean nan Gàidheal a’ leantainn air a’ toirt taic don Chompanaidh Theatar Meanbh-chuileag, a bhios a’ dol timcheall nan sgoiltean le deilbh-chluich a bhios a’ cur cudrom air dualchas agus eachdraidh na Gàidhlig agus bhom bi mu 2,500 a’ faighinn buannachd.
Tha Fèisean nan Gàidheal cuideachd an urra ris an Fhèis Blas, ann an com-pàirteachas le Comhairle na Gàidhealtachd agus an Lìonra Ealain Promoters, agus tha iad cuideachd a’ toirt taic do Fhèisean a tha a’ cur air adhart Turasan Cèilidh.
Around 13,000 young people annually participate in activities supported by Fèisean nan Gaidheal, 5,000 of which take part in the Fèisean themselves. Around 5,500 take part in Youth Music Initiative classes organised by local Fèisean, through contracts with the Highland Council and East Lothian Council. Fèisean nan Gàidheal continues to support the Meanbh-chuileag Theatre Company, which tours schools with plays focussing on Gaelic culture and history, from which around 2,500 benefit.
Fèisean nan Gàidheal is also responsible for the running of the Blas Festival, in partnership with the Highland Council and the Promoters’ Arts Network, and also supports Fèisean that organise Cèilidh Trails.
Fèisean nan Gàidheal is also responsible for the running of the Blas Festival, in partnership with the Highland Council and the Promoters’ Arts Network, and also supports Fèisean that organise Cèilidh Trails.
Iain MacPhàil ’s a Chòmhlan-dannsa Albannach
Bha am buaireadh ceangailte ri ionnstramaid toirmisgte cus do dh’Iain MacPhàil ’s e ceithir bliadhna a dh’aois, ’s an dèidh dha bogsa-putain athar a thoirt, gun chead, às a’ mhàileid aige chaidh a ghlacadh....a’ cluich’ an Rowan Tree! Bha e air a ghluasad le buaidh làidir a’ chiùil ’s seòrsa de reubaltachd, ’s tha Iain air fàs gu bhith na fhear-ciùil le dòighean gu math ùr, inntinneach a thaobh dealbhadh, ruitheam agus cruthachadh chòrdan ann am puirt, ’s tha ceòl buadhmhor aig a’ chòmhlan aige - rogha luchd-ciùil dannsa na h-Alba.
Iain MacPhail
and his Scottish Dance Band
The temptation of a forbidden instrument was too great for four-year old Iain MacPhail, who sneaked his father's button accordion out of its case in his mother's absence, and was caught soon after... playing The Rowan Tree!
Driven by the irresistible forces of music and subtle rebellion, Iain has become one of the great innovators on the Scottish music scene with his original approach to the orchestration, syncopation and chord formation of tunes, and his band's cachet big sound created by the cream of Scotland's dance musicians.
Driven by the irresistible forces of music and subtle rebellion, Iain has become one of the great innovators on the Scottish music scene with his original approach to the orchestration, syncopation and chord formation of tunes, and his band's cachet big sound created by the cream of Scotland's dance musicians.
Iain MacPhàrlain, Ingrid NicEunraig ’s Eòghann Robastan
Iain MacFarlane, Ingrid Henderson & Ewan Robertson
Chuireadh an còmhlan seo air bhonn an toiseach airson consart uisge-beatha aig Blas an-uiridh, ’s tha iad a’ tighinn còmhla a-rithist son puirt sgairteil, òrain agus spòrs. Tha am Fìdhlear Iain MacPhàrlain (Blazin’ Fiddles) stèidhte ann an Gleann Fhionghain ’s cuide ris bidh an clàrsair/neach-piàna Ingrid NicEunraig agus an seinneadair/neach-giotàr às a’ chòmhlan Breabach, Eòghann Robastan.
Beachd air a’ chonsart an-uiridh: “ ’S e oidhche shocair, chàirdeil a bh’ ann le ceòl mìorbhaileach a bha na bu choltaiche ri cèilidh ann an taigh – na shamhla air cultar blàth, beò na Gàidhealtachd.” Hi-Arts
Beachd air a’ chonsart an-uiridh: “ ’S e oidhche shocair, chàirdeil a bh’ ann le ceòl mìorbhaileach a bha na bu choltaiche ri cèilidh ann an taigh – na shamhla air cultar blàth, beò na Gàidhealtachd.” Hi-Arts
Originally formed for a whisky show at last year's Blas Festival, this trio is reunited for more rip roaring tunes, songs and fun. Glenfinnan based Blazin Fiddler, Iain MacFarlane is joined by harper/pianist Ingrid Henderson and award winning singer/ guitarist and Breabach band member, Ewan Robertson.
Review of last year's show; “it was a relaxed, friendly evening of wonderful music which felt more like a cèilidh at home and typified the warm, thriving culture of the Gaeltachd.” Hi-Arts
Review of last year's show; “it was a relaxed, friendly evening of wonderful music which felt more like a cèilidh at home and typified the warm, thriving culture of the Gaeltachd.” Hi-Arts
Iain Moireasdan agus a chòmhlan
’S e seinneadair
sgrìobhadair-òran
pìobair a th’ ann an Iain Moireasdan, às na h-Eileanan Siar. Anns a’ chòmhlan aige tha Pete Harvey (cello), Seamus O’ Donnel (drumaichean), Graeme Neilson (bass), ’s Iain Hutchison (piàna). Tha 3 clàran aige agus ’s e ‘Trust The Sea to Guide Me’ a th’ air an fhear as ùire (Giblean 2010).
Cuide ris air an àrd-ùrlar bidh aoigh sònraichte, an sgrìobhaiche ’s am bàrd òg a tha air ùr-nochdadh - Dàibhidh Màrtainn à Leòdhas.
“Tha Morrison air co-amaladh iongantach a chruthachadh de cheòl traidiseanta, rock agus eadhon clasaigeach – an dà chuid a’ briseadh do chridhe ’s a’ toirt togail dhut, gun a bhith a’ buntainn ri àm sam bith ’s aig an aon àm ùr-nodha (5 rionnagan)” an Scotsman
“Tha ceòl Iain Mhoireasdain dha-rìribh na mheasgachadh iongantach, ùr de dh’eileamaidean cruthachail.” Hi-Arts
sgrìobhadair-òran
pìobair a th’ ann an Iain Moireasdan, às na h-Eileanan Siar. Anns a’ chòmhlan aige tha Pete Harvey (cello), Seamus O’ Donnel (drumaichean), Graeme Neilson (bass), ’s Iain Hutchison (piàna). Tha 3 clàran aige agus ’s e ‘Trust The Sea to Guide Me’ a th’ air an fhear as ùire (Giblean 2010).
Cuide ris air an àrd-ùrlar bidh aoigh sònraichte, an sgrìobhaiche ’s am bàrd òg a tha air ùr-nochdadh - Dàibhidh Màrtainn à Leòdhas.
“Tha Morrison air co-amaladh iongantach a chruthachadh de cheòl traidiseanta, rock agus eadhon clasaigeach – an dà chuid a’ briseadh do chridhe ’s a’ toirt togail dhut, gun a bhith a’ buntainn ri àm sam bith ’s aig an aon àm ùr-nodha (5 rionnagan)” an Scotsman
“Tha ceòl Iain Mhoireasdain dha-rìribh na mheasgachadh iongantach, ùr de dh’eileamaidean cruthachail.” Hi-Arts
Iain Morrison and his band
Iain Morrison is a singer/songwriter/piper from the Outer Hebrides. His band include Pete Harvey (cello), Seamus O’ Donnell (drums), Graeme Neilson (bass) & Iain Hutchison (piano). He has released 3 albums, the most recent being 'Trust The Sea To Guide
Me' (April 2010).
Also joining him onstage for this performance will be special guest collaborator, the up and coming writer & poet Daibhidh Martin from Lewis.
‘Morrison concocted a spellbinding admixture of folk, rock and even classical stylings, by turns heartrending and uplifting, at once timeless and modern (5 Stars)’ The Scotsman
'Iain Morrison’s music is an enigmatic and truly original mix of creative elements' Hi-Arts
Me' (April 2010).
Also joining him onstage for this performance will be special guest collaborator, the up and coming writer & poet Daibhidh Martin from Lewis.
‘Morrison concocted a spellbinding admixture of folk, rock and even classical stylings, by turns heartrending and uplifting, at once timeless and modern (5 Stars)’ The Scotsman
'Iain Morrison’s music is an enigmatic and truly original mix of creative elements' Hi-Arts
Fìdhlearan Inbhir Nis
Chaidh Fìdhlearan Inbhir Nis a stèidheachadh ann an 1977 ’s tha còrr is 60 fìdhlear ann às gach seòl-beatha. ’S e prìomh chonsart na bliadhna dhaibh Ralaidh nam Fìdhlearan ann an Eden Court gach Gearran ’s luchd-ciùil a’ tighinn às gach ceàrnaidh de dh’Alba.
Tha na Fìdhlearan an còmhnaidh a’ cur air adhart ceòl-fìdhle traidiseanta na h-Alba agus bidh iad tric a’ cluiche ann an àitichean beaga do bhuidhnean carthannais. Tha ceanglaichean aig na Fìdhlearan do luchd-ciùil san Dànmhairc agus san t-Suain, ’s tha cuairtean air a bhith ann air gach taobh. Tha iad air tadhal ann an Ceap Breatainn, an Fhraing, a’ Ghearmailt, a’ Phòlainn agus Èirinn. Bidh an ath sgrìob aca a-null gu Gothenburg san Dàmhair 2010, far an tadhal iad air a’ chòmhlan nickelharpa Suaineach ‘Lommebos’.
Tha na Fìdhlearan an còmhnaidh a’ cur air adhart ceòl-fìdhle traidiseanta na h-Alba agus bidh iad tric a’ cluiche ann an àitichean beaga do bhuidhnean carthannais. Tha ceanglaichean aig na Fìdhlearan do luchd-ciùil san Dànmhairc agus san t-Suain, ’s tha cuairtean air a bhith ann air gach taobh. Tha iad air tadhal ann an Ceap Breatainn, an Fhraing, a’ Ghearmailt, a’ Phòlainn agus Èirinn. Bidh an ath sgrìob aca a-null gu Gothenburg san Dàmhair 2010, far an tadhal iad air a’ chòmhlan nickelharpa Suaineach ‘Lommebos’.
Inverness Fiddlers
Formed in 1977, Inverness Fiddlers have over 60 players from all backgrounds. The main event in their calendar is the Fiddlers Rally held in Eden Court in February every year which attracts players from all over Scotland.
The Fiddlers are actively engaged in promoting Scottish Traditional Fiddle Music and regularly perform at small venues for local charities. The Fiddlers have links of music and friendship with musicians in Denmark and Sweden, and these have encouraged visits in both directions as well as visits to Cape Breton, France, Germany, Poland and Ireland. Their next trip is to Gothenburg in October 2010, where they will visit the Swedish nickelharpa group, Lommebos.
The Fiddlers are actively engaged in promoting Scottish Traditional Fiddle Music and regularly perform at small venues for local charities. The Fiddlers have links of music and friendship with musicians in Denmark and Sweden, and these have encouraged visits in both directions as well as visits to Cape Breton, France, Germany, Poland and Ireland. Their next trip is to Gothenburg in October 2010, where they will visit the Swedish nickelharpa group, Lommebos.
Còisir Ghàidhlig Inbhir Nis
Tha buill aig Còisir Ghàidhlig Inbhir Nis o air feadh Siorrachd Inbhir Nis agus Roinn na Gàidhealtachd.
Tha a’ chòisir air a bhith a’ dol còrr is 70 bliadhna agus, o chionn ghoirid, tha iad air a bhith a’ toirt crathadh air saoghal nan còisirean le prògram iomadh-fhillte agus stoidhle car ùr.
’S ann o chionn 12 bliadhna a tha Còisir Ghàidhlig Inbhir Nis air adhartas mòr a dhèanamh – a’ buannachadh Sgiath MhicShimidh ’s Thulaich Bhàrdainn còig tursan aig a’ Mhòd, mu dheireadh ann an 2006.
Tha a’ chòisir air a bhith a’ dol còrr is 70 bliadhna agus, o chionn ghoirid, tha iad air a bhith a’ toirt crathadh air saoghal nan còisirean le prògram iomadh-fhillte agus stoidhle car ùr.
’S ann o chionn 12 bliadhna a tha Còisir Ghàidhlig Inbhir Nis air adhartas mòr a dhèanamh – a’ buannachadh Sgiath MhicShimidh ’s Thulaich Bhàrdainn còig tursan aig a’ Mhòd, mu dheireadh ann an 2006.
Inverness Gaelic Choir
The Inverness Gaelic Choir (Coisir Ghàidhlig Inbhir Nis) has members from all over Inverness shire and Highland Region.
The choir has been performing for over 70 years but has more recently been shaking up the Gaelic choral scene with a diverse program and innovative approach.
It is in the last 12 years that Còisir Ghàidhlig Inbhir Nis has really made an impact, winning the prestigious Lovat and Tullibardine Shield five times at the Royal National Mod, most recently in 2006.
The choir has been performing for over 70 years but has more recently been shaking up the Gaelic choral scene with a diverse program and innovative approach.
It is in the last 12 years that Còisir Ghàidhlig Inbhir Nis has really made an impact, winning the prestigious Lovat and Tullibardine Shield five times at the Royal National Mod, most recently in 2006.
Iseabail NicAsgaill
’S ann às an Rubha, Eilean Leòdhais, a tha Iseabail. Thogadh i am measg ceòl Gàidhlig a tha a’ dol air ais ceudan de bhliadhnaichean ’s a tha fhathast beò anns an Rubha ’s air feadh an eilein. Tha a ceòl ’s a dualchas fìor chudromach dhi ’s airson grunn bhliadhnaichean bha i tric an sàs ann an teagasg seinn traidiseanta do chloinn aig iomadach fèis air feadh na Gàidhealtachd ’s nan Eilean.
Tha Iseabail air a bhith a’ seinn do luchd-èisteachd air feadh an t-saoghail. Co-dhiù tha Gàidhlig aca gus nach eil tha na seann òrain seo co cheangailte ri gaol, cogadh, a’ mhuir ’s an tìr, fuadachd ’s a’ beatha seo fhèin a’ toirt buaidh mhòr orra.
Tha Iseabail air a bhith a’ seinn do luchd-èisteachd air feadh an t-saoghail. Co-dhiù tha Gàidhlig aca gus nach eil tha na seann òrain seo co cheangailte ri gaol, cogadh, a’ mhuir ’s an tìr, fuadachd ’s a’ beatha seo fhèin a’ toirt buaidh mhòr orra.
Ishbel MacAskill
Ishbel comes from the Point area of the Island of Lewis. She was brought up with the rich heritage of centuries old Gaelic music and song which still survives in Point and indeed all over the island of Lewis. Her music and culture are immensely important in her life and for several years she was very much involved in teaching traditional Gaelic singing to children at the numerous Fèisean (festivals of music and song) throughout the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.
Ishbel has performed across the globe and whether her audience is Gaelic speaking or not her introductions to these centuries old songs of love, war, sea and landscape, exile and life itself make each one a memorable experience.
Ishbel has performed across the globe and whether her audience is Gaelic speaking or not her introductions to these centuries old songs of love, war, sea and landscape, exile and life itself make each one a memorable experience.
Trio Sheumais Ghreumaich
Anns an trio seo, tha Neach-ciùil Traidiseanta na Bliadhna BBC Alba (2004) Seumas Greumach a’ seinn cuide ri Seumas Ross air a’ phiàna agus Niall Johnstone air an cello – dithis a tha fìor chomasach mar luchd-taic. Fa leth tha iad uile air am meas mar luchd-ciùil aig an ìre as àirde.
Tha Seumas na sheinneadair aig a bheil spèis dha-rìribh do na fuinn Ghàidhlig agus chan eil an stoidhle aige fhèin ann an seinn na Gàidhlig a’ dèanamh dì-meas sam bith air na prìomh eileamaidean traidiseanta.
“Fear de na guthan òga as cudromaiche ann an seinn na Gàidhlig” – Rob Adams (an Herald)
Tha Seumas na sheinneadair aig a bheil spèis dha-rìribh do na fuinn Ghàidhlig agus chan eil an stoidhle aige fhèin ann an seinn na Gàidhlig a’ dèanamh dì-meas sam bith air na prìomh eileamaidean traidiseanta.
“Fear de na guthan òga as cudromaiche ann an seinn na Gàidhlig” – Rob Adams (an Herald)
James Graham Trio
In the James Graham Trio, the 2004 BBC Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year winner James Graham is joined by James Ross on piano and Neil Johnstone on cello, both of whom possess formidable reputations as accompanists. Individually, they are all highly acclaimed musicians in their own right.
James is a singer who holds a deep respect for the strength of Gaelic song melodies and whose take on Gaelic music and its tradition is not at the expense of any of its key elements.
‘One of the most important young voices in Gaelic singing’ – Rob Adams (The Herald)
James is a singer who holds a deep respect for the strength of Gaelic song melodies and whose take on Gaelic music and its tradition is not at the expense of any of its key elements.
‘One of the most important young voices in Gaelic singing’ – Rob Adams (The Herald)
Kilairum
Bhuannaich Kilairum duaisean aig Ceanglaichean Ceilteach 2010 agus ’s e còmhlan ùr folk-fusion a th’ annta, a bhios a’ gabhail a-steach jazz agus stoidhlichean traidiseanta dhan cheòl aca.
Chaidh an còmhlan a stèidheachadh ann an 2007 ann an Sgoil-chiùil an Naoimh Moire ann an Dùn Èideann ’s cluinnear an saxophone ’s drumaichean le giotàr, clàrsach agus an fhidheall a’ dèanamh ceòl a tha làidir, inntinneach agus brosnachail. Tha an repertoire aca air leth agus làn iomadach seòrsa ciùil.
Tha an dealbhadh-ciùil eadar-dhealaichte de cheòl traidiseanta agus ceòl ùr a’ tighinn le ruitheaman làidir agus bidh oidhche bheothail de ‘folk-fusion’ ann a chòrdas ris a h-uile duine.
Chaidh an còmhlan a stèidheachadh ann an 2007 ann an Sgoil-chiùil an Naoimh Moire ann an Dùn Èideann ’s cluinnear an saxophone ’s drumaichean le giotàr, clàrsach agus an fhidheall a’ dèanamh ceòl a tha làidir, inntinneach agus brosnachail. Tha an repertoire aca air leth agus làn iomadach seòrsa ciùil.
Tha an dealbhadh-ciùil eadar-dhealaichte de cheòl traidiseanta agus ceòl ùr a’ tighinn le ruitheaman làidir agus bidh oidhche bheothail de ‘folk-fusion’ ann a chòrdas ris a h-uile duine.
Kilairum
Awards winners at Celtic Connections 2010, Kilairum is a contemporary folk-fusion band, incorporating both jazz and traditional styles into their music.
The band was formed in 2007 in Edinburgh’s St. Mary’s Music School and combines saxophone and drums with guitar, clarsach and fiddle to make Kilairum’s sound bold, captivating and exciting. The result is a unique repertoire influenced by the many different musical genres of today.
Kilairum’s varied interpretations of both traditional and new compositions accompanied by driving rhythms ensure an energetic and enjoyable performance of folk-fusion music.
The band was formed in 2007 in Edinburgh’s St. Mary’s Music School and combines saxophone and drums with guitar, clarsach and fiddle to make Kilairum’s sound bold, captivating and exciting. The result is a unique repertoire influenced by the many different musical genres of today.
Kilairum’s varied interpretations of both traditional and new compositions accompanied by driving rhythms ensure an energetic and enjoyable performance of folk-fusion music.
Fìdhlearan Chill Thighearn
Tha Fìdhlearan Chill Thighearn air a bhith ann 20 bliadhna a-nise. Dh’èirich an còmhlan à clas fìdhle a chuir Fèis Rois air dòigh ann an 1990 aig Bun-sgoil Chill Theaghearn, Evanton, Siorrachd Rois fo Alpha Munro.
O 1992 tha iad air cluiche aig cèilidhean, fèisean agus tachartasan coimhearsnachd. Am measg eile bha iad aig: Feis Brideswell, Èirinn 1998, Dannsa-cèim 2000, Inbhir Nis, Fèis Fìdhle Eadar-nàiseanta Dhùn Èideann, 2002, Le Festival de Cornouaille, Britany 2002, Duaisean Ealain ’s Gnìomhachais 2007, Dùn Èideann, a’ Ghàidhealtachd 2007, Blas, 2008 & 2009; Eisteddfod Eadar-nàiseanta, Llangollen, a’ Chuimrigh, ’s bhuannaich iad an fharpais ‘Celtic Massed Ensemble’ 2006/2007 ’s an ‘Celtic Small Group’ 2009. Ann an 2005 fhuair iad Duais Choimhearsnachd bho Chomhairle na Gàidhealtachd.
Kiltearn Fiddlers
Kiltearn Fiddlers are celebrating their 20th year. The group emerged from a Fèis Rois traditional fiddle class set up in 1990 at Kiltearn Primary School, Evanton, Ross-shire under Alpha Munro
Since 1992 they have played at ceilidhs, festivals and local community events. Notable performances include Brideswell Festival, Ireland 1998, Step Dance 2000, Inverness, Edinburgh International Fiddle, 2002 Le Festival de Cornouaille, Brittany 2002, Arts and Business Awards 2007, Edinburgh, Highland 2007, Blas Festival, 2008, 2009; International Eisteddfod, Llangollen, Wales, winners of the Celtic Massed Ensemble competition 2006/2007 and Celtic Small Group 2009. In 2005 they received a Highland Council Community Award.
Since 1992 they have played at ceilidhs, festivals and local community events. Notable performances include Brideswell Festival, Ireland 1998, Step Dance 2000, Inverness, Edinburgh International Fiddle, 2002 Le Festival de Cornouaille, Brittany 2002, Arts and Business Awards 2007, Edinburgh, Highland 2007, Blas Festival, 2008, 2009; International Eisteddfod, Llangollen, Wales, winners of the Celtic Massed Ensemble competition 2006/2007 and Celtic Small Group 2009. In 2005 they received a Highland Council Community Award.
Kirsteen Dhòmhnallach
’S ann à baile mòr Inbhir Nis a tha Kirsteen Dhòmhnallach (26) ach tha ceanglaichean làidir aice ri Mòrar ’s Loch Ailleart air taobh a màthar.
Thòisich i air seinn gu math òg ’s bha i tric aig mòdan far an do bhuannaich i duaisean son seinn ’s aithris. On uair sin tha i air dhà dhe na duaisean as motha ann an seinn aon neach a bhuannachadh aig a’ Mhòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail mar inbheach, a’ buannachadh Bonn Òr a’ Chomuinn Ghàidhealaich aig Dùn Omhain an nan 2006 agus o chionn ghoirid am Bonn Òr Traidiseanta san Eaglais Bhric ann an 2008. Bhuannaich i cuideachd Bonn Òr Times an Òbain.
Tha Kirsteen a-nise na neach-aithris sìde/neach-naidheachd/preseantair do sheirbheis nan naidheachdan air seanail na Gàidhlig, BBC Alba ’s cuideachd air Reporting Scotland.
Thòisich i air seinn gu math òg ’s bha i tric aig mòdan far an do bhuannaich i duaisean son seinn ’s aithris. On uair sin tha i air dhà dhe na duaisean as motha ann an seinn aon neach a bhuannachadh aig a’ Mhòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail mar inbheach, a’ buannachadh Bonn Òr a’ Chomuinn Ghàidhealaich aig Dùn Omhain an nan 2006 agus o chionn ghoirid am Bonn Òr Traidiseanta san Eaglais Bhric ann an 2008. Bhuannaich i cuideachd Bonn Òr Times an Òbain.
Tha Kirsteen a-nise na neach-aithris sìde/neach-naidheachd/preseantair do sheirbheis nan naidheachdan air seanail na Gàidhlig, BBC Alba ’s cuideachd air Reporting Scotland.
Kirsteen MacDonald
Kirsteen MacDonald, 26, is from the Highland capital Inverness but has a strong affinity with Morar and Lochailort through her Mother’s links with the area.
Kirsteen’s singing career started at a young age, regularly attending Mods and winning prizes for singing and recitation. She has gone onto win the two highest accolades for solo singing at the Royal National Mod as a senior, winning the An Comunn Gàidhealach Gold Medal in Dunoon in 2006 and more recently, the Traditional Gold Medal in Falkirk in 2008. She has also won the Oban Times Gold medal.
Kirsteen is now employed as a weather/news reporter/presenter for the news service on the Gaelic television channel, BBC Alba and also on Reporting Scotland.
Kirsteen’s singing career started at a young age, regularly attending Mods and winning prizes for singing and recitation. She has gone onto win the two highest accolades for solo singing at the Royal National Mod as a senior, winning the An Comunn Gàidhealach Gold Medal in Dunoon in 2006 and more recently, the Traditional Gold Medal in Falkirk in 2008. She has also won the Oban Times Gold medal.
Kirsteen is now employed as a weather/news reporter/presenter for the news service on the Gaelic television channel, BBC Alba and also on Reporting Scotland.
Louise Hay
’S e pìobair air leth a th’ ann an Louise Hay ’s cluichidh i a’ phìob mhòr, a’ phìob bheag agus pìob nan crìochan cho math ris an fhidheall agus ’s ann à Blàr Ghobharaidh ann an Siorrachd Pheairt a tha i o thùs. Dh’ionnsaich i sa chiad dol-a-mach aig Greg Wilson à New Zealand agus Màidsear na Pìoba Ian Duncan. Fo stiùireadh Ian bha Louise anns a’ chòmhlan-pìoba ainmeil ‘Vale of Atholl’.
Tha fèill air Louise mar neach-teagaisg ciùil cho math ris na tàlantan aice mar neach-ciùil agus sgrìobhadair-ciùil. Tha i air stuth a sgrìobhadh son a’ BhBC agus tha i an-dràsta a’ cluiche còmhla ris na Scone Faeries agus Còmhlan-dannsa Srath Pheofhair.
Tha fèill air Louise mar neach-teagaisg ciùil cho math ris na tàlantan aice mar neach-ciùil agus sgrìobhadair-ciùil. Tha i air stuth a sgrìobhadh son a’ BhBC agus tha i an-dràsta a’ cluiche còmhla ris na Scone Faeries agus Còmhlan-dannsa Srath Pheofhair.
Louise Hay
Louise Hay is a vibrant piper, playing highland, small and border pipes as well as the fiddle and originally hails from Blairgowrie in Perthshire. It was here that she initially started her piping under the tuition of Greg Wilson of New Zealand and then Pipe Major Ian Duncan. Under Ian’s instruction Louise was a member of the famous Vale of Atholl pipe band.
As well as being in demand as a music instructor the same can be said about her as a solo performer and composer, having written material for the BBC and currently playing regularly with The Scone Faeries and Strathpeffer Dance band.
As well as being in demand as a music instructor the same can be said about her as a solo performer and composer, having written material for the BBC and currently playing regularly with The Scone Faeries and Strathpeffer Dance band.
MacGriogair, Brechin & Ó hEadhra
Le Bruce MacGriogair, Sandaidh Brechin agus Brian Ó hEadhra gheibhear measgachadh dhen cheòl ’s an t-seinn as fheàrr a thàinig à Alba o chionn ghoirid. Fa leth tha iad iomraiteach: Bruce ann an Blazin’ Fiddles; Sandaidh ann am Burach agus Brian cuide ri Fiona NicCoinnich agus Anam.
Tha an triùir chomasach seo air tarraing a dhèanamh air iomadach fonn agus òran ann an dualchas na Gàidhlig agus na h-Alba, ’s tha iad iomraiteach mar sgrìobhaichean-ciùil cuideachd. Chan ann a-mhàin gur e sàr-luchd-ciùil a th’ annta – tha luchd-èisteachd measail orra son nan consartan eirmseach, inntinneach aca.
Tha an triùir chomasach seo air tarraing a dhèanamh air iomadach fonn agus òran ann an dualchas na Gàidhlig agus na h-Alba, ’s tha iad iomraiteach mar sgrìobhaichean-ciùil cuideachd. Chan ann a-mhàin gur e sàr-luchd-ciùil a th’ annta – tha luchd-èisteachd measail orra son nan consartan eirmseach, inntinneach aca.
MacGregor, Brechin & Ó hEadhra
Bruce MacGregor, Sandy Brechin & Brian Ó hEadhra blend some of the finest musicianship and singing to come out of Scotland in recent years. Individually they perform with their own highly acclaimed acts; Bruce in Blazin’ Fiddles, Sandy in Burach and Brian with Fiona Mackenzie & Anam.
These three seasoned artistes have drawn on a wealth of tunes and songs from the Gaelic and Scots traditions, as well as each being acclaimed composers in their own right. Not only are Bruce, Sandy and Brian excellent musicians, but they are also loved by audiences for their witty and entertaining live performance.
These three seasoned artistes have drawn on a wealth of tunes and songs from the Gaelic and Scots traditions, as well as each being acclaimed composers in their own right. Not only are Bruce, Sandy and Brian excellent musicians, but they are also loved by audiences for their witty and entertaining live performance.
Mackenzie
’S e triùir pheathraichean a tha seo – Eilidh, Gillie agus Fiona – à Griais, Eilean Leòdhais. Bidh iad a’ seinn òrain traidiseanta Gàidhlig agus òrain a sgrìobh iad fhèin ’s tha iad ainmeil son a’ cho-sheirm àlainn, teann aca. Còmhla tha iad air trì clàran a chur a-mach – Camhanach, Fama Clamosa agus Notes from a Hebridean Island (cuide ri Billy Jackson). Tha ùidh aca ann an teagasg agus tha measgachadh de phròiseactan fa leth aig an triùir aca.
Mackenzie
Is a vocal group of three sisters – Eilidh, Gillie and Fiona – originally from Gress in the Isle of Lewis. They sing traditional Gaelic songs alongside their own compositions and are known for their tight vocal harmonies. Together they have released three albums – Camhanach, Fama Clamosa and Notes from a Hebridean Island (with Billy Jackson). Today they continue their interest in song tutoring and combine this with a variety of individual music projects.
Mairearad and Anna
’S e dithis fìor inntinneach a th’ ann an Mairearad Green agus Anna Massie ’s iad comasach air iomadach ionnstramaid. Tha iad beothail, blàth agus càirdeil air an àrd-ùrlar ’s còrdaidh iad ri luchd-èisteachd sam bith. Fa leth bidh iad a’ cluiche cuide ris na Poozies, Blazin’ Fiddles, Karen Mathson, Box Club, Eddi Reader agus Karine Polwart, agus tha an dithis aca còmhla anns na Usual Suspects.
Dh’fhàs an dithis aca suas air a’ Ghàidhealtachd ann an suidheachaidhean ciùil gu math coltach ri chèile ’s tha tuigse gu math domhainn aca air cultar agus ceòl na h-Alba. Tha iad air a bhith a’ cluiche còmhla son 8 bliadhna, ’s tha na beachdan agus na dòighean cluiche aca a’ tighinn a rèir a chèile ann an dòigh gu math tuigseach, nàdarra.
Dh’fhàs an dithis aca suas air a’ Ghàidhealtachd ann an suidheachaidhean ciùil gu math coltach ri chèile ’s tha tuigse gu math domhainn aca air cultar agus ceòl na h-Alba. Tha iad air a bhith a’ cluiche còmhla son 8 bliadhna, ’s tha na beachdan agus na dòighean cluiche aca a’ tighinn a rèir a chèile ann an dòigh gu math tuigseach, nàdarra.
Mairearad and Anna
Multi-instrumentalists, Mairearad Green and Anna Massie are a captivating duo. Providing a highly energetic performance with a warm and friendly stage appearance, this duo will engage any audience. Individually, they can be seen performing with a number of well-known artists such as The Poozies, Blazin’ Fliddles, Karen Matheson, Box Club, Eddi Reader and Karine Polwart, and together in The Unusual Suspects.
Both growing up in the Highlands with similar musical backgrounds, Mairearad and Anna share an innate understanding of Scottish culture and music. Having played together for 8 years, they have an intuitive approach to each other’s musical ideas and interpretations.
Both growing up in the Highlands with similar musical backgrounds, Mairearad and Anna share an innate understanding of Scottish culture and music. Having played together for 8 years, they have an intuitive approach to each other’s musical ideas and interpretations.
Mairead Bennett
Thogadh Mairead Bennett ann an teaghlach de sheanachaidhean - Gàidhlig air taobh a màthar agus Beurla Ghallda air taobh a h-athar. Tha i na seinneadair, na sgeulaiche, na sgrìobhaiche barraichte agus air a meas mar phrìomh eòlaiche-beul-aithris na h-Alba. Thathar tric ga h-iarraidh son fèisean agus sgoiltean samhraidh eadar-nàiseanta ’s tha Mairead a’ cur roimhpe ‘an dualchas a thoirt gu ginealaichean ùra’.
Bhiodh i cuideachd ag obair cuide ri a mac, Martyn nach maireann – ’s tha an clàr a rinn iad den òran Sheumasach ‘A Theàrlaich Òig’ (on CD Glen Lyon) air ‘The Black Watch’ a choisinn cliù eadar-nàiseanta.
Mar a sgrìobh Hamish Henderson nach maireann “ ’S e riochd de spiorad na h-Alba a th’ ann am Mairead”
Bhiodh i cuideachd ag obair cuide ri a mac, Martyn nach maireann – ’s tha an clàr a rinn iad den òran Sheumasach ‘A Theàrlaich Òig’ (on CD Glen Lyon) air ‘The Black Watch’ a choisinn cliù eadar-nàiseanta.
Mar a sgrìobh Hamish Henderson nach maireann “ ’S e riochd de spiorad na h-Alba a th’ ann am Mairead”
Margaret Bennett
Margaret Bennett was brought up in a family of tradition bearers, Gaelic on her mother’s side and Lowland Scots on her father’s. Singer, storyteller, prize-winning writer, she is widely regarded as ‘Scotland’s foremost folklorist’. Much in demand at festivals and international summer schools, Margaret is committed to ‘handing on tradition to new generations’.
She is also known for collaborations with her late son, Martyn—the recording of their Jacobite song ‘A Thearlaich Oig’ (from the CD Glen Lyon) features in the internationally acclaimed production, ‘The Black Watch’.
As the late Hamish Henderson wrote, ‘Margaret embodies the spirit of Scotland.’
She is also known for collaborations with her late son, Martyn—the recording of their Jacobite song ‘A Thearlaich Oig’ (from the CD Glen Lyon) features in the internationally acclaimed production, ‘The Black Watch’.
As the late Hamish Henderson wrote, ‘Margaret embodies the spirit of Scotland.’
Mairead NicGillFhaolain
Thogadh Mairead NicGillFhaolain an Eilean Seona – eilean beag ann an Loch Mhùideart ’s ann an Mìogharraidh ann an Loch Abar. Thòisich i air seinn aig 5 ’s sheinn i aig iomadh cèilidh is Mòd on uair sin, leatha fhèin ’s ann an còisirean.
Bhuannaich i Bonn Òr an Oban Times ann an 1994, am Bonn Òr ann an 1995, Bonn Òr an t-Seann Nòis ann an 1996 agus duas eadar-nàiseanta seinn traidiseanta aig an Fhèis Pan Ceilteach ann an Èirinn ann an 1997. Tha ùidh shònraichte aice ann an òrain à Taobh an Iar Loch Abar ’s tha i an dùil cuid dhiubh a chlàradh fhathast am-bliadhna.
Bhuannaich i Bonn Òr an Oban Times ann an 1994, am Bonn Òr ann an 1995, Bonn Òr an t-Seann Nòis ann an 1996 agus duas eadar-nàiseanta seinn traidiseanta aig an Fhèis Pan Ceilteach ann an Èirinn ann an 1997. Tha ùidh shònraichte aice ann an òrain à Taobh an Iar Loch Abar ’s tha i an dùil cuid dhiubh a chlàradh fhathast am-bliadhna.
Margaret MacLellan
Margaret MacLellan was brought up on the tiny island of Eilean Shona in Loch Moidart, and in Mingarry, another small village in West Lochaber. She started singing at the age of 5 and sung at many ceilidhs and Mods, as a soloist and with choirs.
She won the Oban Times Gold Medal in 1994, the Gold Medal in 1995, the Traditional Gold Medal in 1996 and the International traditional singing award at the Pan Celtic Music Festival in Ireland in 1997. She is particularly interested in learning and performing songs from West Lochaber and hopes to record these later this year.
She won the Oban Times Gold Medal in 1994, the Gold Medal in 1995, the Traditional Gold Medal in 1996 and the International traditional singing award at the Pan Celtic Music Festival in Ireland in 1997. She is particularly interested in learning and performing songs from West Lochaber and hopes to record these later this year.
Meantime
Tha Meantime air a bhith a’ cluiche air beulaibh luchd-èisteachd air feadh na Gàidhealtachd agus nan Eilean airson faisg air 20 bliadhna. Tha Melòidion, fidheall, pìob bheag agus tromb, le taic on ghiotàr, a’ toirt togail dha na setaichean dannsa aca agus tha setaichean luath leis a’ phìob ’s an fhidheall doirbh an dìochuimhneachadh.
Tha na guthan aig a’ ceathrar aca a’ tighinn a rèir a chèile gus Meantime a dhèanamh air leth o chàch. Tha an dealbhadh cumhachdach agus sìmplidh a nì iad air seann òrain Ghàidhlig a’ seasamh a-mach on cheòl ùr a sgrìobh iad fhèin.
“Uaireannan fiadhaich, ach tric àlainn. Dìreach mar a’ Ghàidhealtachd fhèin...”
Norman Chalmers, Scotland on Sunday
Tha na guthan aig a’ ceathrar aca a’ tighinn a rèir a chèile gus Meantime a dhèanamh air leth o chàch. Tha an dealbhadh cumhachdach agus sìmplidh a nì iad air seann òrain Ghàidhlig a’ seasamh a-mach on cheòl ùr a sgrìobh iad fhèin.
“Uaireannan fiadhaich, ach tric àlainn. Dìreach mar a’ Ghàidhealtachd fhèin...”
Norman Chalmers, Scotland on Sunday
Meantime
Meantime have been entertaining audiences throughout the Highlands and Islands with their ceilidh classics and folksy charm for nearly 20 years. Melodeon, fiddle, small pipes and Jew's harp with guitar accompaniment give a real lift to their dance sets and revved up highland bagpipe and fiddle sets turn the volume up to memorable effect.
With all 4 band members contributing vocally their unison singing gives Meantime an unique sound. The powerful and straightforward arrangements of some classic Gaelic songs contrast with many of their own contemporary compositions.
“Sometimes rough, but often beautiful. Just like the Highlands...”
Norman Chalmers, Scotland on Sunday
With all 4 band members contributing vocally their unison singing gives Meantime an unique sound. The powerful and straightforward arrangements of some classic Gaelic songs contrast with many of their own contemporary compositions.
“Sometimes rough, but often beautiful. Just like the Highlands...”
Norman Chalmers, Scotland on Sunday
Còisir Ghàidhlig na Mealbhaich
’S e Còisir Ghàidhlig na Mealbhaich a’ chòisir Ghàidhlig as fhaide tuath air tìr-mòr agus thathar air a bhith aig Mòdan Nàiseanta son faisg air 35 bliadhna. Bidh na buill à Gallaibh ’s ceann a tuath Chataibh a’ siubhal suas ri 40 mìle gus coinneachadh ann am Port Sgeire son ullachadh.
A thuilleadh air Mòdan Ghallaibh ’s Chataibh, Fèis Chiùil Ghallaibh agus am Mòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail, bidh a’ chòisir seo cuideachd ri fhaicinn aig fèisean nàiseanta ’s eadar-nàiseanta eile agus aig tachartasan ’s cèilidhean faisg air làimh.
Tha buill na coisir trang ag ullachadh an-dràsta son Mòd Nàiseanta 2010 a bhios ann an Gallaibh san Dàmhair ’s a’ cur taic ri fèisean san àite a bheir cothrom do dh’òigridh na sgìre a bhith an sàs anns a’ Ghàidhlig ’s na cultar.
A thuilleadh air Mòdan Ghallaibh ’s Chataibh, Fèis Chiùil Ghallaibh agus am Mòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail, bidh a’ chòisir seo cuideachd ri fhaicinn aig fèisean nàiseanta ’s eadar-nàiseanta eile agus aig tachartasan ’s cèilidhean faisg air làimh.
Tha buill na coisir trang ag ullachadh an-dràsta son Mòd Nàiseanta 2010 a bhios ann an Gallaibh san Dàmhair ’s a’ cur taic ri fèisean san àite a bheir cothrom do dh’òigridh na sgìre a bhith an sàs anns a’ Ghàidhlig ’s na cultar.
Melvich Gaelic Choir
Melvich Gaelic Choir is the northernmost Gaelic Choir in mainland Scotland and has attended the National Mods for close to 35 years. The members are drawn from Caithness and North Sutherland, travelling up to 40 miles to meet in Portskerra for practices.
Apart from competing in the Caithness and Sutherland provincial Mods, the Caithness Music Festival and at the Royal National Mod, the choir also attends other national and international festivals and also performs at local functions and ceilidhs.
Choir members are currently heavily involved in preparations for the RNM 2010 to be held in Caithness this October and supporting local Feisean to give the youngsters of the local area practical experience in performing in all aspects of the Gaelic language and culture.
Apart from competing in the Caithness and Sutherland provincial Mods, the Caithness Music Festival and at the Royal National Mod, the choir also attends other national and international festivals and also performs at local functions and ceilidhs.
Choir members are currently heavily involved in preparations for the RNM 2010 to be held in Caithness this October and supporting local Feisean to give the youngsters of the local area practical experience in performing in all aspects of the Gaelic language and culture.
Mhairi Hall
Rugadh agus thogadh Mhairi Hall, cluicheadair-piàna ’s sgrìobhaiche-ciùil, anns an Aghaidh Mhòir. Bha i na h-òraidiche ann an ceòl dùthchasach ann an Colaiste a’ Chaisteil, Beinn a’ Bhaoghla, son grunn bhliadhnaichean mus do thòisich i làn-ùine na neach-ciùil. Tha i air cluiche ’s air clàradh a dhèanamh cuide ri mòran de shàr-luchd-ciùil, còmhlain ’s seinneadairean agus tha i air a meas am measg nan cluicheadairean piàna as fheàrr ’s as cruthachail’ an Alba. Na ceòl fhèin tha i a’ faighinn piobrachadh on cheàrn aice fhèin - Srath Spè. Tha seo a’ nochdadh ann an cluiche a tha a’ tighinn on chridhe, cluiche a tha mar sgàthan air fearann agus luachan a dachaigh.
Mhairi Hall
Pianist and composer Mhairi Hall was born and brought up in Aviemore. She worked as a lecturer in traditional music for Lews Castle College Benbecula for several years, before becoming a full time musician. She has performed and recorded with many leading musicians, bands and singers and is regarded as one of the finest and most creative pianists from Scotland. In her own music she often draws inspiration from her native Strathspey; this is expressed with heartfelt playing, which mirrors the landscape and ethos of her home.
Còisir Ghàidhlig Inbhir Narann
Bidh Còisir Ghàidhlig Inbhir Narann tric a’ coinneachadh sa bhaile ’s tha measgachadh ann de dh’fhileantaich agus luchd-ionnsachaidh na Ghàidhlig. Bidh iad a’ seinn bho àm gu àm aig tachartasan ’s fèisean ’s bidh buaidh aca air luchd-èisteachd an-còmhnaidh leis an taghadh aca agus an ceòlmhorachd.
Nairn Gaelic Choir
Nairn Gaelic Choir meet regularly in Nairn and draw a mix of Gaelic speakers, learners and enthusiasts. They often sing at various local events and festival and never fail to impress with their choice of material and their musicality.
We welcome them back to perform at the Blas festival this year.
We welcome them back to perform at the Blas festival this year.
Niteworks
Tha Niteworks a’ pòsadh techno ’s electronica. ’S ann às an Eilean Sgitheanach a tha iad, ged a tha iad ann an Glaschu a-nise. Cluinnear buaidh mhòr fhathast on togail a fhuair iad am measg cultar Gàidhlig agus saoghal beothail a’ chiùil san Eilean.
Thug fear-bass nam Peatbog Faeries luaidh orra o chionn ghoirid: “Le measagachadh sgoinneil de trad agus dannsa, is cinnteach gum bi fèill mhòr air an òigrigh Sgitheanach seo aig fèisean!”
Tha ceathrar làn tàlant sa chòmhlan, a tha a cleachdadh an guthan, a’ phìob, synth, bass, drumaichean agus farsaingeachd de dh’uidheam electronaigeach gus ceòl beothail, iomadh-fhillte a chruthachadh
Thug fear-bass nam Peatbog Faeries luaidh orra o chionn ghoirid: “Le measagachadh sgoinneil de trad agus dannsa, is cinnteach gum bi fèill mhòr air an òigrigh Sgitheanach seo aig fèisean!”
Tha ceathrar làn tàlant sa chòmhlan, a tha a cleachdadh an guthan, a’ phìob, synth, bass, drumaichean agus farsaingeachd de dh’uidheam electronaigeach gus ceòl beothail, iomadh-fhillte a chruthachadh
Niteworks
Niteworks are an up and coming techno and electronica fusion act hailing from the Isle of Skye, but now based in Glasgow. The band are still heavily influenced by their upbringing within the Gaelic culture and vibrant Skye music scene.
Peatbogs’ Faeries bass player Innes Hutton recently described Niteworks; “With a great mix of trad and dance, this young Skye band are sure to be festival favourites!”
The band’s line up composes of four multi-talented musicians, who between them use voice, bagpipes, synth, bass, drums and an array of electronic equipment to create an energetic and complex sound.
Peatbogs’ Faeries bass player Innes Hutton recently described Niteworks; “With a great mix of trad and dance, this young Skye band are sure to be festival favourites!”
The band’s line up composes of four multi-talented musicians, who between them use voice, bagpipes, synth, bass, drums and an array of electronic equipment to create an energetic and complex sound.
Noeleen Ní Cholla
’S ann à sgìre Gaeilge air taobh siar Dùn nan Gall a tha Noeleen ’s tha i air a bhith a’ seinn òrain traidiseanta na h-Èireann on a bha i beag. Tha an sgìr’ aice – Gaoth Dobhair – ainmeil son seinn ’s rè nam bliadhna tha Noeleen air seinn aig cuirmean foirmeil ’s neo-fhoirmeil ’s aig fèisean aig an taigh ’s thall thairis. Dh’ionnsaich i Gàidhlig na h-Alba ’s tha i na tidsear Gàidhlig ann am bun-sgoil.
“Tha guth mòr aig a’ bhoireannach bheag seo a tha farsaing ’s anns an cluinnear faireachdainnean làidir. Tha an tàlant air leth aice ga shealltainn tro iomadh òran, eadar feadhainn bhrònach ’s feadhainn bheothail.”
“Tha guth mòr aig a’ bhoireannach bheag seo a tha farsaing ’s anns an cluinnear faireachdainnean làidir. Tha an tàlant air leth aice ga shealltainn tro iomadh òran, eadar feadhainn bhrònach ’s feadhainn bheothail.”
Noeleen Ní Cholla
Hailing from an Irish speaking area of West Donegal in Ireland, Noeleen has been singing traditional Irish song from a young age. Her region of Gweedore is renowned for its rich singing tradition and over the years Noeleen has sung at formal and informal events and festivals at home and abroad. She has learned Scottish Gaelic and works as a Gaelic medium primary school teacher.
“This petite woman has a “big” voice with lots of range and emotion in her singing. Her remarkable talent was showcased in a variety of songs, ranging from the usual slow sad ballads to lively works.”
Review of Celtic Connections 2010 concert.
“This petite woman has a “big” voice with lots of range and emotion in her singing. Her remarkable talent was showcased in a variety of songs, ranging from the usual slow sad ballads to lively works.”
Review of Celtic Connections 2010 concert.
Norrie MacÌomhair
Rinn Norrie “Tago” MacÌomhair, à Eilean Leòdhais, ceum aig an RSAMD. Tha e na bhall de Bhodega, a choisinn Còmhlan Dùthchasach na Bliadhna ann an 2009 ’s tha e cuideachd sa chòmhlan-seinn de dh’fhireannaich Na Seòid. Cuide ri Bodega ’s Na Seòid agus na aonar, tha Norrie air cluiche aig fèisean air feadh na dùthcha leithid Ceanglaichean Ceilteach agus Fèis Cheilteach Innse Gall ’s tha e air a bhith air feadh na h-Eòrpa agus nan Stàitean.
Tha e air clàran a dhèanamh cuide ri Bodega agus Na Seòid ’s tha e air nochdadh mar aoigh air na clàran as ùire aig Skipinnish, Juilie Fowlis, Rachel Walker agus Dàimh.
Tha e air clàran a dhèanamh cuide ri Bodega agus Na Seòid ’s tha e air nochdadh mar aoigh air na clàran as ùire aig Skipinnish, Juilie Fowlis, Rachel Walker agus Dàimh.
Norrie MacIver
Norrie "Tago" MacIver, from the Isle of Lewis, is a graduate of the RSAMD. Norrie is a member of Bodega who became Scottish Folk Band of the Year in 2009 and is also a member of the all male singing group Na Seoid. With Bodega and Na Seoid and as a soloist, Norrie has played at festivals all over the country such as Celtic Connections and the Hebridean Celtic Festival and has toured in Europe and the USA.
He has recorded albums with both Bodega and Na Seoid and has appeared as a guest musician on the latest Skipinnish, Julie Fowlis, Rachel Walker and Dàimh albums.
He has recorded albums with both Bodega and Na Seoid and has appeared as a guest musician on the latest Skipinnish, Julie Fowlis, Rachel Walker and Dàimh albums.
Còmhlan-pìoba Poileas
a’ Chinn a Tuath
’S e buidheann de luchd-ciùil saor-thoileach a th’ ann an Còmhlan-pìoba Poileas a’ Chinn a Tuath a tha stèidhte ann an Inbhir Nis agus mun cuairt. Bidh iad a’ cluiche ’s ag ullachadh nan ùine shaor air feadh na bliadhna aig Prìomh-oifisean a’ Phoilis ann an Inbhir Nis feasgar Diluain agus Diciadain.
Chaidh an còmhlan a chur air dòigh anns an Dàmhair 2002 ’s chluich iad son a’ chiad uair air beulaibh sluaigh as t-samhradh 2003 aig Fèis Chòmhlan-pìoba san Eilean Sgitheanach. On uair sin tha an còmhlan air cluiche ann an iomadach àite air feadh na Gàidhealtachd ’s nan Eilean ’s nas fhaid’ air falbh, m.e. aig Duaisean Coimhearsnachd na Bliadhna ann an Dùn Èideann.
Chaidh an còmhlan a chur air dòigh anns an Dàmhair 2002 ’s chluich iad son a’ chiad uair air beulaibh sluaigh as t-samhradh 2003 aig Fèis Chòmhlan-pìoba san Eilean Sgitheanach. On uair sin tha an còmhlan air cluiche ann an iomadach àite air feadh na Gàidhealtachd ’s nan Eilean ’s nas fhaid’ air falbh, m.e. aig Duaisean Coimhearsnachd na Bliadhna ann an Dùn Èideann.
Northern Constabulary
Community Pipe Band
Northern Constabulary Community Pipe Band is a voluntary group of musicians drawn from the Police family and members of the public of the City of Inverness and its environs. We play and practice in our own free time throughout the year at Police Headquarters, Inverness on Monday and Wednesday evenings.
The Band was set up in October 2002 and made its first public performance in the Summer of 2003 at the Isle of Skye Pipe Band Festival. Since then the Band has performed at a variety of locations around the Highlands & Islands, and beyond, including at the Scottish Community of the Year Awards in Edinburgh.
The Band was set up in October 2002 and made its first public performance in the Summer of 2003 at the Isle of Skye Pipe Band Festival. Since then the Band has performed at a variety of locations around the Highlands & Islands, and beyond, including at the Scottish Community of the Year Awards in Edinburgh.
Pòl McCallum & Iain MacIlleMhìcheil
Tha Pòl McCallum a’ fuireach ann an Uibhist a Deas ach bidh e a’ seinn air feadh an t-saoghail. Bhuannaich e an dà bhonn òr – Bonn Òr a’ Chomuinn Ghàidhealaich agus Bonn Òr an t-Seann Nòis aig a’ Mhòd Nàiseanta. Bha an guth domhainn, saibhir aige eadhon ga chluinntinn aig an Vatican aig coisrigeadh Cardinal Winning.
Tha Iain MacIlleMhìcheil air fear de na ceannardan còmhlain as trainge san dùthaich airson gach nì Albannach. Airson iomadach bliadhna tha Iain air cluiche ’s air a bhith na fhear-an-taighe aig taighean-cluiche, rinn e òraidean aig oidhcheannan Burns, ’s chluich e do chèilidhean ’s do dhannsaichean air feadh an t-saoghail. Tha cliù aig Iain son dannsaichean a ‘ghairm’ nach eil aig duin’ eile.
Tha Iain MacIlleMhìcheil air fear de na ceannardan còmhlain as trainge san dùthaich airson gach nì Albannach. Airson iomadach bliadhna tha Iain air cluiche ’s air a bhith na fhear-an-taighe aig taighean-cluiche, rinn e òraidean aig oidhcheannan Burns, ’s chluich e do chèilidhean ’s do dhannsaichean air feadh an t-saoghail. Tha cliù aig Iain son dannsaichean a ‘ghairm’ nach eil aig duin’ eile.
Paul McCallum & John Carmichael
Paul McCallum lives in South Uist but he sings all over the world. He won both Gold Medals - the Comunn Gaidhealach Gold Medal and the traditional Gold Medal at the National Mod. His deep, rich voice has even been heard in the Vatican at the inauguration of Cardinal Winning.
John Carmichael continues to be one of the busiest and most popular band leaders and entertainers in the country for all things Scottish. For many years John has compered and played in theatre shows, performed Burns night speeches and music, and provided music for ceilidh and country dances all over the world. John's reputation for being able to 'call' dances is second to none.
John Carmichael continues to be one of the busiest and most popular band leaders and entertainers in the country for all things Scottish. For many years John has compered and played in theatre shows, performed Burns night speeches and music, and provided music for ceilidh and country dances all over the world. John's reputation for being able to 'call' dances is second to none.
Pur
Shona Donaldson ’s Katie NicCoinnich
’S e seinneadair Albais agus fìdhlear a th’ ann an Shona Donaldson agus ’s e seinneadair Gàidhlig à Siorrachd Rois a th’ ann an Katie NicCoinnich – sin agaibh Pur. Ann an 2009 thug iad a-mach a’ chiad chlàr – The Lassies Reply – aig an àm a bha daoine a’ cuimhneachadh air Burns air Bliadhna an Tillidh ’s gus sealltainn gun tig an dà chultar a rèir a chèile glè mhath. Thug a’ Ghàidhealtachd agus a’ Ghàidhlig buaidh mhòr air Burns, rud nach tuig mòran dhaoine air feadh an t-saoghail ’s tha Pur air grunn òran le Burns a dhèanamh a bh’ air am piobrachadh leis an àite seo fhèin.
Tha Shona agus Katie air moladh mòr fhaighinn airson an cuid ceòlmhorachd ’s an cluiche air a’ bhliadhna a dh’fhalbh ’s tha sinn ro-thoilichte fàilte a chur orra dhan Mhanachainn mhaiseach.
Tha Shona agus Katie air moladh mòr fhaighinn airson an cuid ceòlmhorachd ’s an cluiche air a’ bhliadhna a dh’fhalbh ’s tha sinn ro-thoilichte fàilte a chur orra dhan Mhanachainn mhaiseach.
Pur
Shona Donaldson and Katie Mackenzie
Pur consist of Scots singer and fiddler, Shona Donaldson and Gaelic Ross-shire singer Katie Mackenzie. In 2009 they released their debut album - The Lassies Reply to coincide with the celebrations of Burns in the Year of Homecoming and to demonstrate that the two cultures can co-exist and complement each other very well. The Highlands and Gaelic had a profound effect on Burns, a fact which is often overlooked by audiences worldwide and so Pur have included several of Burns songs inspired by the area itself.
Shona and Katie have received high praise for their musicianship and performances over the past year and we are delighted to welcome them to bonny Beauly.
Shona and Katie have received high praise for their musicianship and performances over the past year and we are delighted to welcome them to bonny Beauly.
Rachel Davis
’S e fìdhlear òg suigeartach a th’ ann an Rachel Davis a rugadh ’s a thogadh ann am Baddeck ann an Ceap Breatainn, Alba Nuadh.
Thòisich Rachel a’ cluich’ na fìdhle aig dusan bliadhna a dh’aois, ag ionnsachadh o a seanmhair, Clarence Long, ’s an uair sin cuide ris an oide iomraiteach Karen Beaton airson ceithir bliadhna. O chionn ghoirid tha Rachel air a bhith a’ sgrùdadh fìdhlearachd aig Oilthigh Cheap Bhreatainn, far a bheil i a’ dèanamh ceum BA ann an Ceiltis. Tha Rachel ag ainmeachadh Comann Fìdhlearan Cheap Bhreatainn agus cluiche John Morris Rankin nach maireann am measg an fheadhainn a thug oirre adhartas a dhèanamh mar fhìlear.
Tha Rachel air Dannsa-cèim, bodhran agus seinn Ghàidhlig ionnsachadh aig Colaiste na Gàidhlig ann an Ceap Breatainn.
Thòisich Rachel a’ cluich’ na fìdhle aig dusan bliadhna a dh’aois, ag ionnsachadh o a seanmhair, Clarence Long, ’s an uair sin cuide ris an oide iomraiteach Karen Beaton airson ceithir bliadhna. O chionn ghoirid tha Rachel air a bhith a’ sgrùdadh fìdhlearachd aig Oilthigh Cheap Bhreatainn, far a bheil i a’ dèanamh ceum BA ann an Ceiltis. Tha Rachel ag ainmeachadh Comann Fìdhlearan Cheap Bhreatainn agus cluiche John Morris Rankin nach maireann am measg an fheadhainn a thug oirre adhartas a dhèanamh mar fhìlear.
Tha Rachel air Dannsa-cèim, bodhran agus seinn Ghàidhlig ionnsachadh aig Colaiste na Gàidhlig ann an Ceap Breatainn.
Rachel Davis
Rachel Davis is a vibrant young fiddle player who was born and raised in the Village of Baddeck on Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island.
Rachel began playing fiddle at the age of 12, learning first from her grandfather, Clarence Long, then studying with well-known instructor Karen Beaton for four years. Most recently, Rachel has studied fiddle through her studies at Cape Breton University, where she is working towards a Bachelor of Arts degree in Celtic Studies. Rachel credits the Cape Breton Fiddlers’ Association and the playing of the late John Morris Rankin with helping her develop as a fiddler.
As well as playing fiddle, Rachel has studied Cape Breton step-dancing, Bodhran and Gaelic singing at the Gaelic College of Celtic Arts.
Rachel began playing fiddle at the age of 12, learning first from her grandfather, Clarence Long, then studying with well-known instructor Karen Beaton for four years. Most recently, Rachel has studied fiddle through her studies at Cape Breton University, where she is working towards a Bachelor of Arts degree in Celtic Studies. Rachel credits the Cape Breton Fiddlers’ Association and the playing of the late John Morris Rankin with helping her develop as a fiddler.
As well as playing fiddle, Rachel has studied Cape Breton step-dancing, Bodhran and Gaelic singing at the Gaelic College of Celtic Arts.
Rachel Walker
Thogadh an seinneadair Rachel Walker ann an Ceann Loch Iùbh, Taobh Siar Rois, agus ghabh i ùidh mhòr ann an òrain Ghàidhlig nuair a bha i gu math òg.
Tha i a-nise air tè dhe na seinneadairean as fheàrr ann an Alba agus thug i a-mach an treas clàr aice – Air Chall – san Fhaoilleach am-bliadhna. Thathas ga h-iarraidh tric mar sheinneadair agus mar neach-teagaisg ’s tha a guth àlainn a’ briseadh tro gach bacadh cànain ’s a’ glacadh an luchd-èisteachd le stoidhle a tha gun spàrn.
“Sònraichte – guth Gàidhlig air leth àlainn ’s làn faireachdainn.” Rory Dòmhnallach - Runrig
Tha i a-nise air tè dhe na seinneadairean as fheàrr ann an Alba agus thug i a-mach an treas clàr aice – Air Chall – san Fhaoilleach am-bliadhna. Thathas ga h-iarraidh tric mar sheinneadair agus mar neach-teagaisg ’s tha a guth àlainn a’ briseadh tro gach bacadh cànain ’s a’ glacadh an luchd-èisteachd le stoidhle a tha gun spàrn.
“Sònraichte – guth Gàidhlig air leth àlainn ’s làn faireachdainn.” Rory Dòmhnallach - Runrig
Rachel Walker
Gaelic singer/songwriter Rachel Walker was brought up in Kinlochewe, Wester Ross, and developed a passion for Gaelic song at a very early age.
Now one of the top Gaelic singers in Scotland, Rachel released her third album Air Chall :Lost in January this year. Regularly in demand as both a performer and a tutor, Rachel’s beautiful voice speaks through all language barriers and captivates her audience with her effortless style.
“Outstanding, a Gaelic voice of rare beauty and feeling.” Rory MacDonald - Runrig.
Now one of the top Gaelic singers in Scotland, Rachel released her third album Air Chall :Lost in January this year. Regularly in demand as both a performer and a tutor, Rachel’s beautiful voice speaks through all language barriers and captivates her audience with her effortless style.
“Outstanding, a Gaelic voice of rare beauty and feeling.” Rory MacDonald - Runrig.
Ronan Martin le Jonny Hardie
Thogadh Ronan Martin ann an teaghlach làn ciùil san Eilean Sgitheanach ’s cluichidh e ceòl-dannsa on cheann a tuath ’s on iar le lùths agus le ealantachd dha-rìribh. Thogadh Jonny Hardie a’ cluiche na fìdhle ann an Siorrachd Obar Dheathain, ’s tha e air an saoghal fhaicinn a’ cluiche fìdhle agus giotàr cuide ris a’ chòmhlan aige, Old Blind Dogs. Thachair Ronan agus John air a chèile an toiseach aig deireadh nan 80an aig cuirm-chiùil ann an Ratharsair. An dèidh fichead bliadhna tha iad a’ cluiche tric is minig còmhla ’s chuir iad a-mach clàr o chionn ghoirid de cheòl-fìdhle traidiseanta na Gàidhealtachd a fhuair ceithir rionnagan san Scotland on Sunday. Thuirt Fiddler Magazine (Na Stàitean) seo ma dheidhinn: “fìor theann agus cumhachdach” agus “obair mhaighstireil ghlòrmhor a bhios a’ maireachdainn”.
Ronan Martin with Jonny Hardie
Ronan Martin was brought up in a musical family on the Isle of Skye and plays lively dance music of the north and west with toe-tapping energy and considerable finesse.
Jonny Hardie was brought up playing fiddle in Aberdeenshire, and has since travelled the world playing fiddle and guitar with his band, Old Blind Dogs.
Ronan and Jonny first met in the late 1980s at a musical gathering on the Isle of Raasay.
Twenty years on they are playing regularly as a duo and have recently released an album of traditional Highland fiddle music which gained a four star review in the Scotland on Sunday. Fiddler Magazine (USA) called it “astonishingly crisp and powerful” and “a masterful work of splendour that will endure”.
Ruairidh MacIlleathain
Tha Ruairidh MacIlleathain na fhear-naidheachd Gàidhlig, na fhear-craolaidh ’s na sgrìobhadair. Tha ceanglaichean aige ris a’ Chomraich, Leòdhas agus Glaschu. Dh’fhuirich e san Eilean Sgitheanach ’s tha e air a bhith faisg air fichead bliadhna ann an Inbhir Nis.
Tha eòlas farsaing aige air dualchas na Gàidhlig ann an Alba agus sgrìobh e “The Gaelic Place Names and Heritage of Inverness”. ’S toil leis a bhith ag innse ’s ag èisteachd ri seann sgeulachdan, gu h-àraid an fheadhainn aig a bheil ceangail ris an tìr, agus tha fèill air na cùrsaichean a bhios e a’ ruith air feadh na h-Alba – ‘Gaelic Awareness’ agus ‘Gaelic in the Landscape’.
Tha eòlas farsaing aige air dualchas na Gàidhlig ann an Alba agus sgrìobh e “The Gaelic Place Names and Heritage of Inverness”. ’S toil leis a bhith ag innse ’s ag èisteachd ri seann sgeulachdan, gu h-àraid an fheadhainn aig a bheil ceangail ris an tìr, agus tha fèill air na cùrsaichean a bhios e a’ ruith air feadh na h-Alba – ‘Gaelic Awareness’ agus ‘Gaelic in the Landscape’.
Roddy Maclean
Ruairidh MacIlleathain (Roddy Maclean) is a Gaelic journalist, broadcaster and writer. He has family connections to Applecross, Lewis and Glasgow, has lived on Skye and has been a resident of Inverness for nearly two decades.
He has a broad knowledge of the linguistic and cultural heritage of Gaelic Scotland and is the author of “The Gaelic Place Names and Heritage of Inverness”. He enjoys telling and hearing old stories, particularly those connected with our landscape, and is demand for the ‘Gaelic Awareness’ and ‘Gaelic in the Landscape’ courses he runs throughout Scotland.
He has a broad knowledge of the linguistic and cultural heritage of Gaelic Scotland and is the author of “The Gaelic Place Names and Heritage of Inverness”. He enjoys telling and hearing old stories, particularly those connected with our landscape, and is demand for the ‘Gaelic Awareness’ and ‘Gaelic in the Landscape’ courses he runs throughout Scotland.
Ruairidh MacMhaolain
’S ann à Inbhir Narainn air Ghàidhealtachd na h-Alba a tha am fìdhlear Ruairidh MacMhaoilein ’s tha e a’ cosnadh cliù dha fhèin ann an cabhaig ann an saoghal ceòl traidiseanta na h-Alba. Cheumnaich e le BA le Urram (Ceòl Albannach) aig an RSAMD ann an 2008 ’s tha e air an t-uabhas cluiche a dhèanamh air feadh na h-Eòrpa ’s nas fhaid’ air falbh! Bidh e a’ cluiche, na làithean sa, le còmhlan Paul Mckenna.
San Fhaoilleach 2009, choisinn Ruairidh an t-urram mòr ‘Neach-ciùil Traidiseanta Òg na Bliadhna (BBC Rèidio na h-Alba)’ Tha e an-dràsta ag obair air a’ chiad chlàr aige air a cheann fhèin, a thig a-mach sa Chèitean 2010, air Greentrax.
San Fhaoilleach 2009, choisinn Ruairidh an t-urram mòr ‘Neach-ciùil Traidiseanta Òg na Bliadhna (BBC Rèidio na h-Alba)’ Tha e an-dràsta ag obair air a’ chiad chlàr aige air a cheann fhèin, a thig a-mach sa Chèitean 2010, air Greentrax.
Ruairidh Macmillan
Originally from Nairn in the Scottish Highlands, fiddler Ruairidh Macmillan is quickly making a name for himself in the world of Scottish Traditional music. Having graduated with a B.A. Honours (Scottish Music) from the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in 2008, he already has a vast amount of touring experience behind him, having performed extensively throughout Europe and beyond! Ruairidh currently plays with The Paul Mckenna Band.
In February 2009, Ruairidh was awarded the prestigious title of ‘BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year’. He is currently working towards his debut solo album, due for release in May 2010, on the Greentrax label.
In February 2009, Ruairidh was awarded the prestigious title of ‘BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year’. He is currently working towards his debut solo album, due for release in May 2010, on the Greentrax label.
Shooglenifty
Tha Shooglenifty ainmeil air feadh an t-saoghail leis mar a thòisich iad Techno Cèilidh, Acid Croft agus Hypnofolkadelia. Tha an ceòl ùr inntinneach aca air an còmhlan a thòiseachadh air dreuchd eadar-nàiseanta. Tha measgachadh fiadhaich luath aca de thàlant traidiseanta agus fuaimean funcaidh, a’ measgachadh dualchas le hedonism ann an dòigh nach gabh a bhristeadh.
Tha Shooglenifty fa leth am measg ceòl na h-Alba. Thathar ag ràdh gur e an còmhlan seo de shianar a thòisich “acid-croft”, measgachadh teinnteach de cheòl traidiseanta Ceilteach agus grooves dannsa air an tug muinntir a’ chòmhlain “hypno-folkadelic ambient trad.” Ged a tha an ceòl aca doirbh a chur am faclan, tha luchd-èisteachd air feadh an t-saoghail air a bhith fo gheasaibh aca.
Tha Shooglenifty fa leth am measg ceòl na h-Alba. Thathar ag ràdh gur e an còmhlan seo de shianar a thòisich “acid-croft”, measgachadh teinnteach de cheòl traidiseanta Ceilteach agus grooves dannsa air an tug muinntir a’ chòmhlain “hypno-folkadelic ambient trad.” Ged a tha an ceòl aca doirbh a chur am faclan, tha luchd-èisteachd air feadh an t-saoghail air a bhith fo gheasaibh aca.
Shooglenifty
Famous the world over for inventing Techno Ceilidh, Acid Croft and Hypnofolkadelia, Shooglenifty's original and exciting sound has launched the band on an international career. A wild uptempo mix of trad talent and super funky phonics melding heritage and hedonism into one unbreakable whole.
Shooglenifty is one of Scotland's most unique musical exports. This six-man band is credited being the originators of “acid-croft,” a fiery and infectious blend of Celtic traditional music and dance grooves that band members decribe as “hypno-folkadelic ambient trad.” While their sound is difficult to put into words, audiences from around the world have fallen under their musical spell.
Shooglenifty is one of Scotland's most unique musical exports. This six-man band is credited being the originators of “acid-croft,” a fiery and infectious blend of Celtic traditional music and dance grooves that band members decribe as “hypno-folkadelic ambient trad.” While their sound is difficult to put into words, audiences from around the world have fallen under their musical spell.
Skerryvore
Thòisich Skerryvorre ann an 2004 ann an Eilean Thiriodh. Tha freumhaichean traidiseanta aig a’ chòmhlan ’s tha e air fàs ann an meudachd ’s ann an ceòl gus pòsadh sònraichte a chruthachadh de dh’òrain ’s de cheòl traidiseanta agus rock ’s funk a’ bhaile mhòir. ’S e sàr-luchd-ciùil a th’ annta agus leis a’ ghuth àraid aig Alec Dalglish, tha Skerryvore air luchd-èisteachd a ghlacadh eadar Chicago ’s Beijing ’s b’ iadsan am prìomh chòmhlan aig iomadach fèis mhòr an seo ’s thall thairis, a leithid MagicaCeltica san Eadailt, Celtic Connections ann an Alba, Celtic Crackers san Òlaind – a’ cluiche eadhon aig prìomh fhèis rock na h-Alba – T in the Park – san Iuchar 2009.
Skerryvore
Skerryvore formed in 2004 on the Isle of Tiree. From traditional roots the band have developed both in size and sound to create a unique fusion of their traditional music and songs with the urban sounds of rock and funk. With their outstanding musicianship and the mesmirising voice of singer Alec Dalglish, Skerryvore have gripped audiences across the world from Chicago to Beijing and have been the highlight of many big festivals, home and abroad, including MagiaCeltica in Italy, Celtic Connections in Scotland, Celtic Crackers in the Netherlands – even a blistering performance at Scotland’s Premier rock festival ‘T in the Park’ in July 2009.
Còisir Ghàidhlig an t-Srath
Chuireadh Còisir Ghàidhlig an t-Srath air chois ann a 1979 gus a’ Ghàidhlig agus a ceòl a chur air adhart. Tha buill na coisir air feadh an àite: an t-Eilean Sgitheanach, Loch Aillse, Ràtagan, am Ploc, an Caol, Slèite, an t-Àth Leathann agus Port Rìgh. Tha a’ chuid-mhòr ann an ceann a deas an Eilein ann an sgìre an t-Srath.
Strath Gaelic Choir
The Strath Gaelic Choir formed in 1979 in order to promote the Gaelic language and music tradition. Its membership covers a wide area in Skye and Lochalsh from Ratagan, Plockton, Kyle, Sleat, Broadford and Portree, but mainly from the south end of Skye in the old Strath parish.
Sgoil-dhannsa Cheryl Heggie
’S ann à Evanton ann an Siorrachd Rois a tha Cheryl Heggie ’s abair gu bheil fèill oirre mar thidsear dannsa Gàidhealach san àite.
An dèidh iomadach duais a chosnadh tro dheuchainnean agus farpaisean tha Cheryl air tighinn air adhart gu ìre tidsear-dannsa proifeiseanta ann an 1996.
Anns an Fhaoilleach 2002 thòisich Cheryl a’ chiad sgoil-dhannsa aice ann an Cùil Lodair. Chaidh an obair mhòr aice ’s an spionnadh aice aithneachadh an dèidh bliadhna nuair a chaidh iarraidh oirre a dhol an ceann Sgoil an Dannsa-Gàidhealach ann an Evanton.
An dèidh iomadach duais a chosnadh tro dheuchainnean agus farpaisean tha Cheryl air tighinn air adhart gu ìre tidsear-dannsa proifeiseanta ann an 1996.
Anns an Fhaoilleach 2002 thòisich Cheryl a’ chiad sgoil-dhannsa aice ann an Cùil Lodair. Chaidh an obair mhòr aice ’s an spionnadh aice aithneachadh an dèidh bliadhna nuair a chaidh iarraidh oirre a dhol an ceann Sgoil an Dannsa-Gàidhealach ann an Evanton.
Cheryl Heggie School of Dance
From Evanton in Rosshire, Cheryl Heggie is fast becoming one of the most sought-after Highland dance teachers in the area.
After achieving many awards through exams and competitions, Cheryl progressed to qualify as a United Kingdom Alliance Professional Teacher of Dance in 1996.
In February 2002 Cheryl founded her first dance school in Culloden. Her commitment and passion for Highland dance was recognised and one year later Cheryl was approached to take on the Evanton Highland Dance School.
After achieving many awards through exams and competitions, Cheryl progressed to qualify as a United Kingdom Alliance Professional Teacher of Dance in 1996.
In February 2002 Cheryl founded her first dance school in Culloden. Her commitment and passion for Highland dance was recognised and one year later Cheryl was approached to take on the Evanton Highland Dance School.
Comunn na Clàrsaich
Tha Comunn na Clàrsaich ann gus cluiche na clàrsaich a chur air adhart agus gus cluicheadairean a chuideachadh. Gheibh duine sam bith de dh’aois sam bith ballrachd, cò-dhiù tha thu a’ cluiche gus nach eil. Tha am meur Gàidhealach air fear de dh’aon deug sa Chomunn, a bhios a’ cuideachadh gus cluicheadairean ’s tidsearan a cho-òrdanachadh. Uaireannan cuiridh iad consartan agus bùithtean-obrach air dòigh. On a chaidh Comunn na Clàrsaich a chur air bhonn aig Mòd Inbhir Pheofharan 1931, tha e dha-rìribh freagarrach gu bheil am Meur Gàidhealach fhathast a’ cur air adhart cluiche traidiseanta na clàrsaich air feadh na sgìre.
The Clarsach Society
Comunn na Clàrsaich/The Clarsach Society exists to promote the clarsach, or harp, and to help players. Membership is open to all persons of any age or ability, including non-players. The Highland Branch is one of eleven branches within the Society, which help to coordinate players and teachers in local areas, and occasionally offer concerts and workshops. As the Clarsach Society was founded during the 1931 Mod at Dingwall, it is especially fitting that the Highland Branch continues to promote the playing of traditional music on Scottish harps throughout the Highlands.
Na h-Occasionals
Tha na h-Occasionals air am meas mar fhear de na còmhlain-dhannsa Albannach as fheàrr a th’ ann agus tha iad air a bhith a’ cluiche aig dannsaichean air feadh na h-Eòrpa o 1986. Anns a’ chòmhlan tha Freeland air a’ bhogsa agus midi bass, Gus air na drumaichean, Kevin air electric tenor banjo, mandolin agus tenor resonator guitar, am fìdhlear ’s am pìobair Ian Hardie, agus neach-gairm nan dannsa Sheila McCutcheon.
O chionn 22 bliadhna, tha an còmhlan air cluiche aig iomadach tachartas mòr urramach, a leithid Fèis Cheilteach Chambridge, Mayfest Ghlaschu agus Celtic Connections, Talla a’ Bhaile (BBC TBh) agus Fèis Tonder san Dànmhairc.
O chionn 22 bliadhna, tha an còmhlan air cluiche aig iomadach tachartas mòr urramach, a leithid Fèis Cheilteach Chambridge, Mayfest Ghlaschu agus Celtic Connections, Talla a’ Bhaile (BBC TBh) agus Fèis Tonder san Dànmhairc.
The Occasionals
The Occasionals are widely regarded as one of the foremost Scottish ceilidh dance bands, and have been playing for dancing the length and breadth of Europe since 1986. The line up comprises Freeland on accordion and midi bass, Gus on drums, Kevin on electric tenor banjo, mandolin and tenor resonator guitar, fiddler and piper Ian Hardie, and dance caller Sheila McCutcheon.
Over the past 22 years, the band have performed at many large and prestigious events, including the Cambridge Folk Festival, Glasgow’s Mayfest and Celtic Connections, BBC TVs “Talla Bhaille”, and the Tonder Festival Denmark.
Over the past 22 years, the band have performed at many large and prestigious events, including the Cambridge Folk Festival, Glasgow’s Mayfest and Celtic Connections, BBC TVs “Talla Bhaille”, and the Tonder Festival Denmark.
The Sensational
Jimi Shandrix Experience
The Sensational Jimi Shandrix Experience
Tha cliù aig an Sensational Jimi Shandrix Experience a-nise mar fhear de phrìomh chòmlain-chèilidh an t-saoghail – a’ cluiche son dannsaichean beothail eadar Bangkok agus Bogotá, Melbourne ’s Moscow. Bidh iad tric air aoigheachd aig Comainn Naoimh Anndra ’s Comainn Albannach air feadh an t-saoghail ’s tha fèill mhòr orra aig an taigh cuideachd. Bidh iad tric rim faicinn aig Partaidh Oidhche Challainn ann an Dùn Èideann, am partaidh-sràide as motha san t-saoghal, agus aig an Fringe. Tha iad air cluiche air feadh na Gàidhealtachd ’s nan Eilean, ann an Sasainn, Èireann agus a’ Chuimrigh.
Tha cliù aig an Sensational Jimi Shandrix Experience a-nise mar fhear de phrìomh chòmlain-chèilidh an t-saoghail – a’ cluiche son dannsaichean beothail eadar Bangkok agus Bogotá, Melbourne ’s Moscow. Bidh iad tric air aoigheachd aig Comainn Naoimh Anndra ’s Comainn Albannach air feadh an t-saoghail ’s tha fèill mhòr orra aig an taigh cuideachd. Bidh iad tric rim faicinn aig Partaidh Oidhche Challainn ann an Dùn Èideann, am partaidh-sràide as motha san t-saoghal, agus aig an Fringe. Tha iad air cluiche air feadh na Gàidhealtachd ’s nan Eilean, ann an Sasainn, Èireann agus a’ Chuimrigh.
The Sensational
Jimi Shandrix Experience
The Sensational Jimi Shandrix Experience have established a reputation as one of top ceilidh bands in the world: playing for high energy dances from Bangkok to Bogotá, Melbourne to Moscow. The bands are frequent guests of St. Andrews Societies and Caledonian Societies around the globe as well as being ever-popular at home. They are regularly guests at ‘Edinburgh’s Hogmanay’, the largest street party in the world, and the Edinburgh International Festival Fringe. The band have toured all over the highlands and islands, travelled south to England, Ireland and Wales.
Tormod MacArtair
Hè na brògan Hò na Brògan
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Obair Ealain le Rebecca Ros a tha sa chòigeamh bliadhna an Acadamaidh Inbhir Pheofharain.
Painting by Rebecca Ross, a 5th year pupil at Dingwall Academy
Obair Ealain le Rebecca Ros a tha sa chòigeamh bliadhna an Acadamaidh Inbhir Pheofharain.
Painting by Rebecca Ross, a 5th year pupil at Dingwall Academy
Dealbh-chluich le Tormod MacArtair, stèidhte air caochladh òran aighearrach Gàidhlig. Tha beatha-gaoil Dhòmhnaill na bhùrach nuair nach eil na brògan ùr a’ tighinn ris. Tha a charbhaidh a’ teicheadh às an dannsa ach thèid Dòmhnall às a dèidh. Ga phronnadh le a h-athair tha Dòmhnall air a thoirt dhan Ospadal. An dèidh turas inntinneach san ambulance tuitidh e an gaol le Iseabal, a’ bhanaltram. Le feagal air gun leig droch chaisbheart sìos a-rithist e, tha e a’ lorg freagairt air a’ chladach.
San dàrna leth den oidhche bidh cèilidh agus dannsa ann.
Le Jenna Chuimeanach, Dougie Beck, Tormod MacArtair agus Aonghas MacLeòid.
A play by Tormod MacArtair based around some humourous Gaelic songs. Donald’s love life falters when his new patent leather slip-ons let him down badly at the dance. His girl walks out on him, he tries to win her back but ends up unconscious. An interesting trip in the ambulance, then, while in theatre, he falls in love with Iseabal the nurse. Desperate not to let unsatisfactory footware ruin things again, he finds an answer on the shore.After the show the group will play for a traditional ceilidh dance.
With Jenna Cumming, Dougie Beck, Tormod MacArtair, Calum Alex MacMillan and Angus MacLeod
