The refreshingly unconventional and snappily attired boutique orchestra BCO play Romani and folk-flavoured music in their unique and surprising way. From Balkan and Russian traditional music to their artful distillations of Romantic masterworks to soaring Gaelic folk anthems, BCO is an infectious musical experience like none other. Fifteen albums to their name, Budapest Café Orchestra […]
Twenty years on from winning the Danny Kyle Open Stage Award at Celtic Connections, Breabach remain securely ranked amongst Scotland’s most skilled and imaginative contemporary folk acts and at the forefront of a burgeoning traditional music scene. The band unite deep roots in Highland and Island Gaelic tradition with progressive musical influences and have cultivated […]
Duncan Chisholm is one of Scotland’s most recognised and accomplished fiddle players and composers. Duncan’s music contains the rarest of chemistries, a glorious combination of invention, tenderness and passion. He creates music that requires no introductions or programme notes to carry you on its journey, sumptuously layered and awash with dazzling colours, textures and rhythms. […]
Created between their homes in Glasgow and Shetland during 2020/21, Outliers came to signify an outlet which renowned songwriters Boo Hewerdine and Jenny Sturgeon would never have had the chance to explore otherwise. Meeting up online for an hour every week gave them an opportunity to write songs in a way they’d not done before. […]
Schubert Symphony No.5 RAVEL Le Tombeau de Couperin IBERT Flute Concerto Interval SCHUBERT Symphony No 5 Adam Hickox conductor André Cebrián flute Immerse yourself in a dazzling evening of orchestral brilliance as conductor Adam Hickox and the Scottish Chamber Orchestra present a trio of timeless masterpieces. Ravel’s Le Tombeau de Couperin opens the programme with […]
A week-long dynamic course full of chances to experiment, play, grow, develop and refine your skills and knowledge of painting! The week will begin with a presentation about Georgia’s landscape painting, alongside works by other contemporary painters. Supported by group discussions and daily individual tutorials we will allow the process of painting to guide us […]
You will be introduced to the loose & expressive techniques & style of Joan Eardley; the semi abstract & surrealist interpretations of Graham Sutherland, and the expressive, spontaneous collages of John Piper. Bring a selection of your own landscape/seascape images/photos to work from. – Lunch included – All materials provided – £425
We will be asking the visual question of “what if” and developing your unique visual vocabulary. This course encourages a flexible mind set, practicing the courage to edit, being playful and experimental, whilst learning to see how an artist sees. You will learn some colour theory by mixing paints, there will be easy to follow […]
Exploring a variety of techniques and materials, we will look at how to collect information and respond to the landscape through mark making in the landscape. There will also be opportunities to look at how to work up images in a studio environment. Jonathan will provide demonstrations on location and illustrations of a variety of […]
Speyfest has unveiled the first acts on the 2025 bill, with outstanding Scottish and local talent will topping the line up when the long-standing contemporary and traditional Celtic music festival returns from 25th – 27th July 2025. Located in the village of Fochabers in the north east of Scotland, Speyfest will stage its 28th edition […]
For those new to oils, we will explore the versatility of oils as a medium, as well as colour mixing, colour temperature, values and the varied techniques of application and finishing. In creating the portrait we will consider the elements of composition, pose and countenance and search for the elusive essence and personality of the […]
This week is designed to help students build and develop fundamental, observational drawing and painting skills. Using a range of different studio set ups, the week will focus on developing student’s colour sensibilities through careful observation and experimentation to produce a series of small, timeless and glowing oil paintings. The first few days will focus […]
The Historic Wheels Club Rally at Brodie Castle is the perfect blend of history, community, and automotive passion. The variety of vehicles from vintage to modern supercars is sure to be a hit, and the judging and trophy awards add a competitive edge. Plus, with catering from Brodie cafe, a catering wagon, and a hog […]
“Colour is not a physical reality; it is the reality of what is in the painter’s mind” Henri Matisse. To begin with, an objective approach will be encouraged where participants will take care to work observationally, building up a knowledge of the head and how to create a likeness of the sitter on a large […]
Together, Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham have established themselves as the epitome of excellence in the world of traditional music. With their musical magic and quick-witted humour, they will pull your emotional strings one moment and have you falling off the seat with laughter the next! Join us to hear Phil Cunningham’s astonishing dexterity on […]
