She was part of a musical family of Scottish Travellers that furthered the nation’s folk revival and influenced its American counterpart. By Neil Genzlinger Elizabeth Stewart, a folk singer, pianist ...

In its essence, folk music is music for the people — an art form inextricably intertwined with the soul of a region. Its nature is inherently visual, conjuring vivid imagery with just a single ...

Hall of Fame fiddler Alasdair Fraser and cellist Natalie Haas will perform at three Folk Orchestra concerts, Nov. 7-9. (Courtesy photo) The Folk Orchestra of Santa Barbara’s Scottish shows, Nov. 7-9, ...

Maureen O'Donoghue lives in Paris and sings and plays guitar in a duo with Scotsman Jordan Kay. I attended one of their recent gigs in “La Cave Café”, Paris 75018. That night, the terrific music gave ...

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Tributes have been paid following the death of renowned Scottish musician and whisky expert Robin Laing at the age of 72.

​Archie Fisher, singer, songwriter and broadcaster. Born: 23 October, 1939, in Glasgow. Died: 1 November, 2025, in Galashiels ...

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Several rising British bands are using centuries-old ditties to discuss hot-button issues like prison abolition, trans rights and the gig economy. By Alex Marshall Reporting from London Think of ...

Though the term “folk music” goes back to the mid-19th century, its modern coinage typically refers to the post-war folk revivals in England and America—though it can also describe any indigenous ...

Forget the Braveheart clichés — this bold new production rips into Scotland's most famous legend, asking whether William ...