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There no stopping newcomer Shirley Barr
Local singer songwriter Shirley Barr may be late to the table, but her recently discovered passion for compelling songwriting and performance shows she’s earned her place. Working as the marketing manager at the Universal Hall venue in the Findhorn eco-village, her life was already immersed in live music. However, lockdown saw her signing up for … Read more
Expect a symbiosis from the flutes, frets and skins of Flook
Universal Hall, FindhornThursday 5 September 2024, 7.30pm Still holding fast to their reputation as major musical innovators, Flook have an enviable trademark sound. Formed 29 years ago by four friends, the whistles and flutes of Brian Finnegan and Sarah Allen, the guitar of Ed Boyd and the bodhran of John Joe Kelly weave and spin … Read more
Cannonbawz Run raises nearly £7k on NC500 circuit
Supercars and spectators gathered on the Plainstones of Elgin on Saturday for the 10th anniversary of the CannonBawz Run. Held to raise money for the Marfan Trust, the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation and The Marie Crawford Boyd Foundation, 45 vehicles paraded through the main street before setting off on a 500-mile tour of the Highlands. … Read more
Asian dance with a Highland twist
Bharatanatyam dancer and lead artist Kirsten Newell announces the anticipated return and Scottish tour of John Philip Newell’s captivating storytelling, dance, and music show Hebridean Treasure: Lost & Found. Touring from 2 – 22 September across Aberdeenshire; Banchory; Skye; Mull; Iona; Harris; Stornoway and Findhorn, Hebridean Treasure blends Scottish and South Asian music and theatre … Read more
Tea in the Park, Glenlivet
WEE VISIT: This week, we visited Glenlivet for ‘quiet and quaint‘ food and craft exhibition Glenlivet Hall is one of the more remote parts of Moray, but that doesn’t prevent it from being a popular venue for this annual event. Tea in the Park is a well-organised community gathering that attracts a large number of … Read more
Elgin woman pays tribute to first love with punk music festival
An Elgin woman is recalling the good times she had with her first love before he died by putting on a music festival dedicated to the music they both loved. Fi Marshall, a driving instructor in Elgin, dated Gary Macdonald before he died of cancer in 2018. Gary was her first boyfriend, but they remained … Read more
Is this the ‘hottest live ticket’ on the traditional Scottish music scene?
OLD BLIND DOGS – UNIVERSAL HALL, FINDHORN SATURDAY 31 AUGUST 2024, 7.30PM The musical evolution of Old Blind Dogs began in Aberdeen in 1992 with roots that grew from the eclectic music scene that flourished in the Granite City during the early 90’s. Four musicians from very different musical backgrounds came together to create a … Read more
Action-packed weekend planned for Logie Timber Festival
Timber company promises to plant a tree for every ticket sold The first exhibitors and activity providers have been unveiled for a family-friendly event at Logie this September. The Logie Timber Festival has revealed the first swathe of star attractions for its celebration of nature, sustainability and family fun – taking place on September 7 … Read more
Doors Open Day 2024 is Moray’s biggest
The first Saturday in September will see no less than 26 venues take part in Moray’s biggest-ever Doors Open Day. Iconic buildings and landmarks throw open their doors to the public for free to celebrate the area’s history and heritage. The annual open day allows locals and visitors to learn about Moray’s stories by uncovering … Read more