WHAT'S ON BY DATE

October 2009
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Music and Ceilidhs / Ceòl agus Cèilidhean

29th October/29mh Dàmhair

Celebrating the Past

Skye & Lochalsh Archive Centre, Portree

The Highland Council Archive Services welcome Margaret Bennett, Scottish writer, singer and story teller, to the new Skye and Lochalsh Archive centre in Portree for… (read more)

19, 30, 31 October / Dàmhair

Ironworks Homecoming Showcase

Ironworks, Inverness

The Ironworks in Inverness is hosting a number of gigs throughout Highland Homecoming including the Homecoming showcase featuring Shutter, Call To Mind, Bronto Skylift, Iain… (read more)

21st October/ 21mh Dàmhair

Alasdair Fraser – Master Fiddler

Phipps Hall, Beauly

Blazin’ in Beauly, the unique musical extravaganza hosted by Highland super group Blazin’ Fiddles, presents a Highland Homecoming concert that will be talked about for… (read more)

30 October

The Gaelic Mass by Blair Douglas / An t-Aifreann Gàidhlig

St. Columba’s Cathedral, Oban/ Cathair-eaglais Cholm Cille, an t-Òban

An t-Aifreann Gàidhlig / The Gaelic Mass is a project which has interested and fascinated Blair Douglas for some years but one which he has… (read more)

28th October/ 28mh Dàmhair

Julie Fowlis and Band

Eden Court, Inverness/ Talla Eden Court, Inbhir Nis

The sublimely talented Julie Fowlis is not just a multi award-winner, but a passionate torchbearer for the culture of her native Western Isles. Her quiet… (read more)

25th October/ 25mh Dàmhair

Passing Places: Mairearad Green

Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, Skye

Born in Achiltibuie and now based in Glasgow, Mairearad Green is an exceptionally gifted accordionist, piper and pianist, best known as a member of The… (read more)

21, 24, 25 October / Dàmhair

The Art of Mvsick present Ae Fond Kiss: Music & Poetry from 18th-century Scotland

The Little Theatre, Nairn / Foulis Castle, Nr Evanton, Ross-shire

The Art of Mvsick, the Highland duo comprised of James Ross and Bill Taylor, present a concert of music and poetry, including historical and traditional… (read more)

24th October/ 24mh Dàmhair

Ceòl Beò & Traditional Music Classes (TMC) Partnership Ceilidh

The Crown Court Hotel, Inverness

Ceòl Beò and the TMC Partnership are coming together for a spectacular Homecoming ceilidh. Members of the TMC Partnership including Inverness Fiddlers, Commun na Clàrsaich,… (read more)

24, 30, 31 October / Dàmhair

Fuaim – fantastic new Mallaig band

Inverie, Arisaig, Ballachulish

Living in the stunningly beautiful area around Arisaig and Mallaig on the north west coast of Scotland is a brand new traditional band called Fuaim.… (read more)

22-25 October / Dàmhair

Tour-a-Rural Ceilidh Band by Right Lines Productions

Various

Right Lines Productions presents the Tour-a-Rural Ceilidh Band! Enjoy a chaotic evening of Highland entertainment with the ‘house band’ from the legendary comedy ceilidh theatre… (read more)

24th October/ 24mh Dàmhair

Bards of Brae Lochaber: concert, seminar and archive event

Roybridge Memorial Hall

Delve into the rich archival history and heritage of the Lochaber area.  Join local archive experts and The Highland Council Genealogy Service at Roybridge Memorial… (read more)

20th October/20mh Dàmhair

Songs of Emigration & Homecoming with Margaret Bennett

Eden Court, Inverness/ Talla Eden Court, Inbhir Nis

Margaret and friends showcase a selection of Gaelic songs from 18th century emigrants who sailed to the New World. Songs of several generations convey the… (read more)

17, 18 October / Dàmhair

Traditional Music and Song Association (TMSA) of Scotland Young Traditional Tour 2009

Universal Hall, Findhorn / The Stables, Cromarty, Black Isle

The TMSA Young Traditional Tour 2009 is a showcase of the cream of the new generation of Scottish musicians - the five finalists and winner… (read more)

22-27 October / Dàmhair

Watercolour Music presents ‘Sruth ri Steall’

Various

A series of six gigs whirling round the Highlands, celebrating the legendary recording studios Watercolour Music as they move to their brand new home on… (read more)

23rd to 29th October/ 23mh gu 29mh Dàmhair

Fall into JAZZ Festival 2009

Nairn, various venues

A very special mellow-toned programme to reflect on the mood and aspect of the Highlands in Autumn. The festival features Ramage Jazz’s renowned high standard… (read more)

24th October/ 24mh Dàmhair

Past, Present, Future (Roimhe, An-dràsta, Ri Teachd) – Highland Music Association

Eden Court, Inverness/ Talla Eden Court, Inbhir Nis

Highland Music Association in partnership with Inverness College and Arts in Motion present this spectacular concert composed and performed by young people from the Highlands.… (read more)

30th October/ 30mh Dàmhair

Tidelines by North Highland Connections

Castletown Drill Hall, Caithness

Expect a truly unique performance by the children of Castletown, Caithness as they deliver the results of a four week workshop aimed at exploring indigenous… (read more)

21st October/21mh Dàmhair

The Highland Emigrants’ Experience in Story & Song with Margaret Bennett

The Stables, Cromarty, The Black Isle

The Highland Emigrants’ Experience in Story and Song

Cromarty Arts Trust brings you a traditional ceilidh evening led by Margaret Bennett and supported by well… (read more)