Fiddle 2005: 18-20th November, 2005

The Youth Gaitherin Runs Workshops and events as part of Scotland's annual Fiddle Festival. Come and learn from many of Scotland's most talented players, eager to pass on their music. This year we have a special Fiddle and 'Cello workshops as well as workshops on Flute and Whistle, Bodhran and Song.

Workshops - Other Events

Workshops Improving Beginners For 2-3 Years Experience - Tunes taught slowly by ear
	Fiddle With Eilidh Steel Eilidh is from Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute and has been playing fiddle for 16 years. As part of various groups including Heeliegoleerie, Eilidh has toured in Scotland, England, Ireland, Russia, Romania and Egypt, and is soon going to Denmark and Germany with her year group from her course. Eilidh is the fiddle tutor at the Helensburgh and Lomond Junior Fiddlers. She has also taught many workshops at music festivals and lead sessions at the Edinburgh Fiddle Festival, Lomond Folk Festival and Celtic Connections. Eilidh is also a prolific composer. Saturday, 10.00am-11.30am

	Fiddle with Fiona Dalgetty Fiona Dalgetty from Nigg began playing the fiddle at the age of 11, studying under local violin instructor Debbie Ross. At school, Fiona was a member of traditional music group Gizzenbriggs as well as participating in the local Fèis, Fèis Rois. Fiona currently works with pianist and step dancer John Sikorski. She is a member of the dynamic young ceilidh band, Òr, and she also plays with the Edinburgh-based Auld Reekie Ceilidh Band. Fiona has performed as far afield as the USA and Romania and she was delighted to be invited to play Niel Gow’s fiddle when she performed as guest artist at the Fiddlers’ Rally at the Royal National Mod in Perth in 2004. In addition to performing, Fiona is increasingly in demand as a fiddle tutor. She currently teaches regular classes for Fèis Dhùn Èideann and the ALP Scots Music Group in Edinburgh, as well as the Lochgoilhead Fiddle Workshop. Saturday 2.00pm-3.30pm

	Fiddle with Amy Geddes Amy was born and raised in Galloway, Southwest Scotland and began the fiddle at 10. Along with playing the fiddle, Amy was taught to sing in Scots Gaelic (Gàidhlig) and studied Scottish Step Dance. Now an experienced teacher of fiddle, dance and song with organisations such as the ALP Scots Music Group in Edinburgh, Glasgow Fiddle Workshop and Fèisean Nan Gàdheal. Sunday, 2.30pm-4.00pm

Intermediate + For players of 4 years or more experience. You will learn by ear and add more rhythm, bowing and ornamentation
	Fiddle With Gregor Borland Greg has been one of the lucky few students of Hector McAndrew, who's Grandfather was a pupil of the famous James Macintosh of Dunkeld. He has also been the Scottish Champion on several occasions and has recorded with many artists including Burach, Kathryn Tickell, and Caledon. Saturday, 10.00am-11.30am

	Fiddle with Lori Watson Lori graduated from her Traditional Music Degree at the RSAMD in 2003. Now in her third year of postgraduate study, she is teaching and performing all over Scotland as a soloist and as one of the the Borders Young Fiddlers. At Fiddle 2005 she will be teaching Borders tunes and funky accompaniment! Sunday 10.30am-12.00noon

	Fiddle with Bruce Macgregor Bruce was originally taught by the late, great, Donald Riddell CBE. He has since gone on to develop a style that captures the very essence of Highland fiddle music. As well as being the founder of Blazin Fiddles, Bruce has also played with the Gaelic group Cliar. He also worked as a producer and presenter for BBC Radio Scotland. His programmes on early 19th century Highland fiddler Captain Simon Fraser and "The Strathspey King" - James Scott Skinner won him two awards at the international Celtic Film and TV Festival in 2000 and 2001. Sunday, 12.30pm-2.00pm

Violin and 'Cello Workshop For players with 4 years or more experience. A unique workshop exploring the melodic and accompaniment possibilities of both instruments

	Fiddle with Alasdair Fraser Master Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser is a consummate performer. His dynamic fiddling, engaging stage presence, and deep understanding of Scotland's music have created a constant and international demand for his solo appearances and concerts with a variety of ensembles. Alasdair has been a major force behind the resurgence of traditional Scottish fiddling in his homeland and the U.S., inspiring legions of listeners and learners through his recordings, annual fiddle camps, and concerts. He has represented Scotland internationally through performances sponsored by the British Council, and has been awarded touring support by the California Arts Council, with the ranking of "highest priority for inclusion on the roster; considered 'model' in stature." Saturday, 12.00noon-3.30pm

	'Cello with Natalie Haas A recent graduate of the Juilliard School in New York City, Natalie discovered the cello at age nine. In addition to having extensive classical music training, she is accomplished in a broad array of fiddle genres. Her musical journey found purpose when she fell in love with Celtic music at the Valley of the Moon Scottish Fiddling School at age 11. Inspired and encouraged by director Alasdair Fraser, she began to investigate the cello's potential for rhythmic accompaniment to fiddle tunes. Her and Alasdair Fraser's new duo release, Fire & Grace, was awarded the Best Album of the Year in the Scots Trad Music Awards 2004. Saturday, 12.00noon-3.30pm

Song Workshop No experience required - just bring your vocal chords

	Song with Scott Gardiner Scott was brought up in Forfar and attended many Festivals from an early age. Surrounded and influenced by many singers of Bothy songs, Scott picked up their style and is now one of the most highly regarded singers in Bothy singing circles. Scott can be found singing solo at festivals such as Keith and Auchtermuchty and is also a founder member of the Edinburgh University Folk Society collective, "Bothy Tams". Saturday, 2.00pm-3.30pm

Flute and Whistle Workshop For players with 2 or more years experience

	Flute and Whistle with Rebecca Knorr Rebecca Knorr is a well-respected player of flute and whistle in Scotland. She has toured extensively in Europe with many of Scotland and Ireland's foremost musicians, including Christy O'Leary and Dougie MacLean, and her compositions have been recorded by, among others, The Tannahill Weavers. Rebecca has a wide knowledge of different flute styles, and she created the syllabus for the wooden flute degree course in Scottish music at the RSAMD. She has taught children and adults at Fèisean Nan Gàdheal, evening classes, workshops and one-to-one. Rebecca plays with the group Calluna. Sunday, 10.30am-12.00noon

Mixed Instrument All abilities and instruments welcome

	Mixed Instrument with Andy Thorburn Andy Thorburn has for some years now been one of Scotland's busiest musicians, covering just about every musical genre imaginable (and a few that weren’t, until he got his hands on them). Having worked the circuit from classical to country, jazz to folk, easy listening to rock’n’roll, on both sides of the Atlantic, he has latterly carved out a niche as one of the most skilful, versatile and sought-after pianists on the contemporary Celtic scene. In addition to playing with bands such as Blazin’ Fiddles and The Ghillies, Andy has emerged in recent years as a composer of increasing note, whether writing traditional-style tunes, extended ensemble works, or music for theatre and dance productions. He has served as musical director on a string of high-profile projects; juggles numerous teaching commitments in schools, colleges and youth music festivals; is increasingly in demand as a creative manuscript typesetter, and advises the government on music curriculum development in schools. Sunday, 2.30pm-4.00pm

Bodhran No experience necessary - instruments provided

	Bodhran with Mark Neal Mark Neal grew up in East Kilbride and moved to Edinburgh to study, quickly getting involved with the music scene in Edinburgh. Also a multi instrumentalist, he focuses mainly on Guitar and Cittern but suffers from the shared complaint of playing anything that comes to hand. Mark also plays with the bands Teannaich and Heeliegoleerie and has played in a variety of different musical projects of different styles including jazz, blues, rock and gospel along the traditional folk music. These different styles can often be heard in his accompaniment as Mark has a love for blending these different types of music together. Mark has just finished an Acoustics PhD. If you're lucky he won't tell you about it. Sunday, 2.30pm-4.00pm

Other Events

	Traditional Music Conversation with Bruce MacGregor Come and find out what Bruce's favourite colour, food or tune is. This interview will be conducted by some past and present Youth Gaitherin participants so expect some interesting questions! Saturday, 2.30pm-3.30pm

	Youth Gaitherin Crazy Shirt Session The only session where the clothes are louder than the music! This session will be led by young Penicuik Fiddler, Paul Murray so no-one will be left out. Please wear a crazy shirt! Sunday, 4.0pm-5.00pm

A Youth Gaitherin Ticket costs £5 per workshop (£8 for the longer fiddle and 'cello workshop) and it also gives you entry to all 1st floor recitals and talks. You can apply for a special concession if your parent(s) or guardian(s) are on a low income by calling Athole on 0131 466 5305. Ground floor stalls and sessions are all free and open to all. Under 12s (accompanied by an adult) are admitted free to 1st floor recitals and talks. You can book by 'phone on 0131 228 1155, in person at the Usher Hall Box Office or by post by requesting a brochure from Scots Fiddle Festival Ltd..

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Edinburgh Youth Gaitherin, c/o Scots Music Group, St George`s West, 58, Shandwick Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 4RT
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Fiddle 2005: 18-20th November, 2005

Workshops - Other Events

Workshops

Improving Beginners

Intermediate +

Violin and 'Cello Workshop

Song Workshop

Flute and Whistle Workshop

Mixed Instrument

Bodhran

Other Events