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Music, Folk and "burns"

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The Red Hot Chilli Pipers
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A unique brand of 'bag rock' (that's bagpipes plus rock, if you were wondering) with stirring tunes and energetic performances. Expect everything from 'Flower of Scotland' to Coldplay's 'Clocks', via AC/DC and Deep Purple.
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3 Jun 7pm
Part of Burns an' a' That.
Adamton House Hotel, Prestwick
Feis Rois Ceilidh Trail
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Young Scottish trad musicians take to the road for a four-week tour of gigs of all types (indoor, outdoor, ceilidhs, music festivals) across the country.
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18 Jul Wed 1.30–2.30pm & 3–4pm Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr
Irish-Scottish Concert and Ceilidh
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The best of Scottish and Irish musicians and dancers in full flight, including the likes of Johnny Connolly, the FUM Trio, Paul Moran, John Burns and Ali Turner.
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9 Jun 8pm Kinlochard Village Hall, Aberfoyle
Mearns Connections Festival
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A civilised celebration of Grassic Gibbon, Eardley and Burns, with a performances, concerts and dinners with entertainment.
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3 Aug5 Aug Times vary The Grassic Gibbon Centre, Laurencekirk
Robert Burns: A Life in Words and Song
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Robert Burns: A Life in Words and Song. A celebration of the man who was the poet of the country - perhaps of mankind. Writer/raconteur Allan Foster brings to life the immortal bard's story in one of Edinburgh's oldest and most atmospheric taverns. Allan is joined in Captain's Bar by Scottish folk legend Andy Chung or the delightful singer Elizabeth Merritt. Andy or Elizabeth will perform our favourite Burns songs in a captivating hour of Burns. Check our website for individual dates. Ages…
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1 Aug25 Aug Wed–Sat 11am–noon Captains Bar, Edinburgh
As Others See Us
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Quernstance present an exploration of Scotland during Burns' time through music and songs of the 18th century and readings from letters and journals. Part of Burns an' a' That.
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30 May 7.30pm Council Chambers, Ayr
La Befana
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Member of the Scottish Philharmonic Orchestra perform music to accompany the exhibition (The Man Who Loved Women), including Gordon Rigby's retelling of the Italian folk tale about an old woman who delivers gifts to children on Epiphany Eve. Part of Burns an' a' That.
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31 May 5.30pm Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr
Crumbling Jack and Friends
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Songwriter AA Reid and singer Ian Robertson present songs and poetry in the company of some musical friends.
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1 Jun 2pm
Part of Burns an' a' That.
Council Chambers, Ayr
Dougie MacLean and Bruce MacGregor
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Dougie MacLean and Blazin' Fiddles founder MacGregor play music by Burns and Niel Gow. Part of Perthshire Amber.
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31 Oct 2pm Castle Menzies, Aberfeldy
Eilidh Grant
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Hugely talented, award-winning Scottish singer.
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31 May 5pm
2 Jun 6pm
Part of Burns an' a' That.
Loudoun Hall, Ayr
James Grant
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Ex-Love and Money man ploughs a folkier furrow with his solo career.
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3 Jun 7.30pm
Part of Burns an' a' That.
Ayr Town Hall, Ayr
Night of Burns
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Songs and poems celebrating Burns, with a special rendition of Tam O'Shanter at the very pub to inspire the poem. Part of Burns an' a' That.
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1 Jun 8pm Tam O'Shanter Inn, Ayr
Pauline Alexander
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Emerging Scottish artist Pauline sings a mix of traditional and original songs. Part of Burns an' a' That.
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31 May 7pm Loudoun Hall, Ayr
Rachel Sermanni
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A solo show from the young Carrbridge singer famous for her performance at Alex Salmond's Homecoming Burns Supper.
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19 Jul 8pm Woodend Barn Arts Centre, Banchory
The Scots Language: In Word and Song
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An informal, entertaining tour of the history of the Scottish language with two experts in the field, John Morran (vocals, guitar, cittern) and Fred Freeman (commentary and backing vocals). Part of Burns an' a' That.
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31 May 3pm Loudoun Hall, Ayr
The Songs of Robert Burns: Jim Malcolm in Concert
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Music from the singer-songwriter and noted Burns interpreter.
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27 Jul 7pm Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr
Strawberry Hill Fiddlers
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Put life and mettle in yer heels with some lively fiddle music at the museum.
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3 Jul Noon Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr
The Sweetest Hours
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Enjoy some locally-sourced food with entertainment from the Kilmarnock Edition, a band comprised of six award-winning Ayrshire artists. Part of Burns an' a' That.
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1 Jun 7pm Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr
Third Degree Burns: Homegrown
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Youthful singer/songwriter Little Fire presents an evening of songs and poetry from Scottish artists and musicians. Part of Burns an' a' That.
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2 Jun 8pm Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr
Tom Oakes Trio
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The Edinburgh guitarist and flautist performs a new show detailing his diverse influences including jazz, Easter, Irish and Scandinavian traditions. With Andy May (piano and Uilleann/Northumbrian pipes) and Adam Sutherland (fiddle). Part of Burns an' a' That.
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31 May Thu 6pm & 8pm Loudoun Hall, Ayr
Twa Robs: Tannahill and Burns
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John Morran and Fred Freeman perform songs by two of the most-loved Scottish musical legends. Part of Burns an' a' That.
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31 May Noon Loudoun Hall, Ayr
Ullapool Guitar Festival
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A combination of workshops, concerts, late night sessions and a trade fair with several top manufacturers of bespoke guitars, including Avalon, Fylde and Patrick James Eggle. Among the musical acts confirmed for 2012 are Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo, Nigel Clark, Clive Carroll, John Goldie, Hugh Burns, Wingin It and Pete Price.
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5 Oct7 Oct Times vary The Macphail Centre, Ullapool

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