Phil Cunningham's Christmas Songbook
An exceptional night of heart-warming entertainment from some of Scotland’s best-known and best-loved musicians.
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Artists
Phil Cunningham
Phil Cunningham is a superb and innovative instrumentalist. He is well known as the witty musical partner of the great Shetland fiddler, Aly Bain. Also widely recognised from his television and radio presenting, he has been involved in some of the seminal programmes that have enabled Scottish music to walk tall, a true ambassador for traditional music.
Karen Matheson
Karen Matheson was once described by the late, great Sean Connery as having “a throat surely touched by the hand of God”. Karen is recognised the world over as the haunting lead vocalist of Celtic supergroup, Capercaillie and one of "the finest Gaelic singers alive today" (Billboard Magazine). Her new album Still Time is set for release in Feb 2021.
Eddi Reader
Eddi Reader has celebrated a career spanning over 3 decades and has effortlessly developed into one of popular music’s most thrilling and affecting performers. With an MBE for outstanding contributions to the arts, 3 BRIT awards, a #1 single and 8 critically acclaimed solo albums, Eddi is considered to be “one of Scotland’s greatest national treasures” (The Scotsman).
Kris Drever
BBC Radio 2 Folk Singer of the Year 2017 Kris Drever is part of the backbone of today’s contemporary roots scene. The Orcadian singer and guitarist is widely admired as a solo artist, collaborator, and member of folk superstars Lau.
Ian Carr
Ian Carr is world renowned for his original and eclectic approach to traditional music guitar. He has established an instantly recognisable sound that has influenced countless musicians. Forging his own path with his own musical projects such as Swåp and Timber, Carr has also worked collaboratively with musicians such as Kathryn Tickell and Kate Rusby, among many others.
Kevin McGuire
Kevin McGuire is a highly sought-after double bassist who has performed with the likes of Karine Polwart and Kate Rusby.
John McCusker
Multi-instrumentalist John McCusker is one of Scotland’s most accomplished and versatile musicians in any genre, having worked with artists as diverse as Mark Knopfler, Teenage Fanclub and Billy Connolly. To celebrate his 30th anniversary as a professional musician, John is set to release ‘A Best Of’ album in 2021, featuring tracks from the last three decades.
The Songbook Brass Ensemble
The Songbook Brass Ensemble are - Matthew Simmonds – Cornet and Flugelhorn, Jonathan Pippen - Euphonium, Mike Poyser - Tuba, Nick Stones – French Horn, Ralph Brill – Cornet and Flugelhorn
