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A unique performance by Fraser Fifield and acclaimed fiddle/harp duo, Stout/McKay, based off the works of ballad singer, Stanley Robertson

St Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum

<p>Traditional Artist in Residence at the University of Edinburgh, Fraser Fifield, invites the acclaimed fiddle/harp duo, Stout/McKay to join him in performing his new collection of music. This collection is inspired by recordings of renowned storyteller and ballad singer, Stanley Robertson (1940 – 2009), as heard on the website, Tobar an Dualchais. </p>

<h1>A﻿bout the performers</h1><h2>F﻿raser Fifield</h2><p>Born in 1976, Fraser Fifield is a multi-instrumentalist and composer from Scotland, performing on low whistle, saxophone, and bagpipes. His distinctive instrumental voice draws influence from many sources; Scottish folk is identifiably present but also Jazz, Indian, Balkan and more. He currently holds the post of Traditional Artist in Residence at Edinburgh University.</p><p>From the mid-90’s, Fraser has worked with many artists in the Scottish folk scene, including Old Blind Dogs, Salsa Celtica, Capercaillie, and Karen Matheson, while further afield, Zakir Hussein, Afro-Celt Sound-System, Balkanopolis, and Nordanians. In 2014, his low whistle featured on Montenegro’s Eurovision entry song, followed in 2015 with an award from Hands Up for Trad for Innovation in Scottish Traditional Music. Celtic Connections Festival 2020 commissioned ‘Secret Histories’, performed in its opening concert by the 70-strong Grit Orchestra.</p><p>Fraser's current 8th album solo release, “Piobaireachd / Pipe Music” (2021), boldly reimagines an ancient Scottish piping style, juxtaposing classic pieces with innovative new compositions, which has won praise from afficionados and general music press alike.</p><h2>S﻿tout/McKay</h2><p>Catriona McKay is from Dundee on the east coast of Scotland and Chris Stout is from Fair Isle, one of the Shetland Islands. Together, they make up Stout/McKay.</p><p>Stout/McKay have their roots in Scottish traditional music. They are driven to use this grounding as a starting point to challenge their instruments and to develop and explore new music. The result is a dynamic and adventurous sound that retains the identity of their traditions yet allows the music to have a freedom and connection to other musical styles they are drawn to.</p><p>They have performed together for more than 25 years. Through a respect for tradition and a spirit of experimentation they continue to evolve their style and sound. They recorded their first CD 'Laebrack' in 2005, and in 2010, they presented their self-penned album 'white nights'. As trustworthy collaborators, they have been part of many projects, and are both members of the internationally acclaimed band Fiddlers’ Bid.</p>

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