Caledonia for St Andrew’s Day

We have a strong and vibrant music scene in Scotland with lots of young talent coming through. Here is a an older piece, now considered a classic, by the hugely talented Dougie MacLean. St Andrew’s Day is the 30th of...

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So strong inside

 A great interpretation rom a London choir of a wonderful song by Labbi Siffre. Released as a powerful tribute to songs that have marked monumental moments in black history, music and culture; singer/songwriter, Junior Garr and...

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German Jazz

This is the wonderful Dave Brubeck piece but all the WDR Funkhausorchester really seem to be up for it. Always good to see people enjoying their music making.   This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-NC

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Green and Fresh

Siskin Green are a group of talented Scottish performers who can all sing, play, and bring fresh angles to fine old hymns…

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Two Caravans

What a contrast in these two version’s of  Caravan, made famous by Duke Ellington’s band and written by a band member. Which one do you prefer? Why?

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A Parcel of Rogues

  Here is footage of the excellent Scottish pianist Dave Milligan from the Edinburgh Jazz Festival. It is song which Robert Burns at least adapted. Worth a watch. The poem goes like this: Fareweel to a’ our Scottish...

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