Music, "Inverness"

A small and intimate contender on the Scottish music festival scene. Set in the gardens and woodlands of Inshriach House by Aviemore, it brings together 300 Scottish musicians to offer something special to its 1000 guests.

A free, hour-long peek backstage at the inner workings, characters, scenes and high points of The Pirates of Penzance.

Emerging fiddle maestro.

Now in its tenth year, this favourite of the music festival scene is back with a carnival-themed birthday celebration. As well as the music expect a family-friendly atmosphere, theatre and spoken word events, ceilidhs, arts and crafts workshops and fancy dress. Line-up for 2013 includes Twin Atlantic, James, The Straits…

Scotland's much loved purveyors of jangling indie magic.

These two iconic soul singers and their backing band The Vagabonds perform such classics as 'Stand By Me' and 'Spanish Harlem'.

The Blues Band line-up of Paul Jones, Dave Kelly, Rob Townsend, Gary Fletcher and Tom McGuiness continues to pay tribute to the blues and R&B boom which inspired them to pick up their instruments in the first place.

One of Britain's finest blues pianists, Bob Hall has accompanied many great blues originals including John Lee Hooker and Chuck Berry.

Larger than life tribute to Queen, featuring all the beloved hits.

Chris Stout (fiddle) and Catriona McKay (harp and piano) play together as part of Fiddlers Bid. Here they perform an exciting blend of traditional Shetland tunes and modern compositions, as heard on their joint album, White Nights.

Jazz and blues band from the far North of Scotland.

Indie rock band from London on tour to promote their new EP Flag.

Cuban music and dance night including performances from professionals Indira Roman, Yainer Carbonell Vegueriz and Noel Hernandez-Roque.

Comedy rap rascals from Cornwall.

For those who like a little ska with their ghouls and goblins, Bombskare is happy to oblige. The nine-piece takes to the stage the weekend of All Hallow's Eve to give you thrills and chills.

Alt.country quartet from Los Angeles.

The Inverness Mahler Players perform with soprano Emily Mitchell.

Traditional song, poetry and storytelling competitions, plus an evening ceilidh.

Modern jazz from drummer Bill Kyle and trombonist Brian Keddie.

Venezuelan pianist, arranger and composer Leo Blanco draws on jazz, classical, African and pop traditions in his music, and has played with musicians as diverse as Dave Liebman and Lionel Louke. He's a frequent visitor to Scotland (he won a Herald Angel award a few years ago) and he's currently on a UK-wide tour.