The Tannahill Weavers are one of Scotland ‘s premier traditional bands. Their diverse repertoire spans the centuries and swings from instrumentals and reflective ballads to footstomping reels and jigs to demonstrate the rich musical heritage of the Celtic people. This combination of traditional melodies, delivered with tight harmonies and driving rhythmic accompaniment, makes their performances truly memorable, and has won them fans from beyond the folk and Celtic music scenes.
“An especially eloquent mixture of the old and the new.” New York Times
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The award-winning Scottish Chamber Orchestra can always count on a warm welcome (and usually a sell-out crowd) when they make one of their regular returns to the Universal Hall. The programme will include:
Salsa Celtica's music is a synthesis of Afro Latin Salsa with Scottish & Irish traditional. With a lineup combining some of the most exciting traditional Celtic musicians with a stellar group of world, jazz and salsa musicians they are a stunning combination of virtuosity and energy. Their last concert at the Universal Hall was recorded as the highly acclaimed live album En Vivo en el Norte.
India Alba represent a collaboration between two Indian and two Scottish musicians who combine Indian classical and Scottish traditional backgrounds to create a unique sound. Since their debut album Reels and Ragas, they have developed their music to reflect the broad common ground between their traditions. Many raga gats (themes), particularly those from the borders of the Himalayas, have close relatives in the melodies of the Scottish highlands and islands, and for both of them the drone sounds of the bagpipes or the tampura play an important part in the music. Recent performances have included the Celtic Connections festival in Glasgow, and the Delhi 2010 Commonwealth Games. Featuring Ross Ainslie on pipes, whistles and cittern.
BHAJAN SANDHYA
Friday 25th May, 8:00 pm
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There will be a workshop in Raag and Rhythmn on Sat 26th May from 10 to 12 noon in the Hall Auditorium. Raag or Raga is a melodic style in Indian Classical Music and will be taught by Sanyogita who performs the night before in the show. Cost is £10 for the workshop and you can either pay on the door or phone 01309 691170 to book your ticket in advance or to get more details.
Price: £10 / £8 concs/£6 U16’s (concessions)