Music diary, April 6, 2026 The name of Miguel Girão may not ring a bell to many folk music lovers - but it should. Originally from Portugal, he has lived in Scotland for many years already and his exquisite guitar playing has been heard in live shows and recordings by artists like Tern, pianist Amy … Continue reading Miguel Girão: The Northern Isles Suite, parts 1 & 2
Tag: Orkney
Celtic Connections 2023: FARA, Celtic Odyssée
The big CC23 event on Thu 26th was the concert in the RCH main concert hall. In my opinion, it was the opening act that stood out. I think this was the third time I have seen Orkney’s FARA live. They have always been fun and bright but now, with their thid and so far … Continue reading Celtic Connections 2023: FARA, Celtic Odyssée
Catriona Price: Hert
Catriona Price may not be a household name yet but the Celtic music community is surely familiar with Orkney’s fabulous fiddle strike force FARA whose lineup Catriona is a part of. She is also 50 % of the ambitious modern folk duo Twelfth Day. With classical violin training and already a long folk/trad career, she … Continue reading Catriona Price: Hert
FARA: Energy Islands
It's a very sunny and not too cold November’s day in Finland and I have just been for a walk outside in the sunshine, listening for the second time to the new FARA album, Energy Islands. Me and my wife have been lucky to have witnessed the band live at least a couple of times … Continue reading FARA: Energy Islands
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