Up and Coming Act of the Year – 2014 MG Alba Scots Trad Music Awards
Award winning Neo-Trad quintet forged in the Highlands of Scotland. Drawing influences from many different genres, they create a progressive blend of intricate tunes, engulfing guitars, monstrous bass and pounding drums. Already renowned for their breathtaking live shows, summer 2014 saw the band climb to new heights with the release of their critically acclaimed debut album: The Elusive Highland Beauty.
“Quite possibly the best instrumental debut since ‘Venus in Tweeds’ by Shooglenifty” – Bruce MacGregor, BBC Radio Scotland Travelling Folk Doors 7:30pm, gig from 8pm Band website – www.elephantsessions.com
Plus dance and guitar classes on Saturday and Sunday
April 2015 sees an exciting first for Edinburgh flamenco fans – two authentic flamenco nights.
Three celebrated flamenco artists direct from Seville – dancer Charo Cala, singer Iván Ramos and guitarist Fernando de María will be performing traditional flamenco for two nights only in Henderson’s Café in the Crypt under St John’s, Princes Street, an intimate venue that recalls the gypsy caves of Granada where flamenco was flourished.
The aim is to recreate an authentic Andalusian flamenco evening in Edinburgh, with dance, guitar and song. All three performers grew up in families steeped in flamenco tradition, and are among the most respected performers in Seville.
The group is also offering 2 x 2 day workshops, which will be tailored to suit all skill levels.
Flamenco Guitar class (with Fernando de Maria and singer Iván Ramos) Saturday 25 Apr – 10.00-11.30 Sunday 26 Apr – 14.00 – 15.30 (£35 early bird till 15 Apr/£40)
Flamenco Dance Class (with Charo Cala, and live singing and guitar accompaniment) Saturday 25 Apr – 11.30 – 13.00 Sunday 26 Apr – 15.30 – 16.30 (£35 early bird till 15 Apr/£40)
At dance studio of Heriot’s Centre for Sport & Exercise, Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, EH3 9HE
Fri 24 & Sat 25 Apr Fab Flamenco Nights Hendersons Café at St John’s, Princes St
