Young Fiddler of the Year is announced
The Shetland Young Fiddler of the Year has been announced.
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Folk Festival 2025 programme announced
Folk Festival organisers have announced this year’s programme — including more than a dozen visiting acts performing alongside 32 local artists.
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John Smith brings evening of songs and storytelling to Mareel
You might not have heard of John Smith, but that’s okay. “I’ve never heard of you either,” the singer-songwriter told a near full house at…
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Musical impresario Jeff ‘Dr Jazz’ Merrifield dies
Stalwart of the Shetland music scene Jeff Merrifield has died.
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Jaws brings season to close with double serving of musical treats
A double helping of musical treats is set to be served up thanks to a pioneering project in “sound noir”.
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Famous bar and music venue closes permanently
A famous bar which served for decades as a meeting place for musicians has shut up shop for good.
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Heavyweights of Shetland music scene to head south for ‘Pagan Invasion’ tour
Two heavyweights of the Shetland music scene are to head south for their Pagan Invasion tour.
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Acclaimed American musician to make return
A multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter with a “crystal clear” voice is set to make a Shetland comeback. Rachel Baiman, from Illinois will perform two shows in…
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Lerwick pianist nominated for national award
A Lerwick pianist has made the longlist for a Scottish album of the year award.
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Whalsay woman to compete in Ness Factor
A Whalsay woman is set to take part in Inverness’ version of The X Factor after grief gave her a new perspective. Kay-Lisa Davidson, originally…
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Unst harpist to perform online concert accompanied by stunning photography
Unst harpist Sunita Staneslow has collaborated with Shetland photographers for an online concert featuring music and imagery of the skies.
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Laeverick make a welcome return
Popular country band Laeverick make a welcome return to Shetland at the weekend after being a big hit at this year’s Shetland Folk Festival. Former…
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Schools at risk of having no qualified PE and music teachers
Qualified PE and music teachers may no longer exist for some primary classes due to a shortage of staff.
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Tall ships music line-up heats up with Peat and Diesel
Musical trio Peat and Diesel have been announced as the second headline act for this summer’s Tall Ships Races in Lerwick. The Stornoway act will…
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