Robert Milne of East Road Kirkwall was one man who kept traditional music alive in Orkney in the first half of the 20th century.
Orkney’s Music Pioneers: Robert Milne
Sessions & Sail Returns to Orkney this May
Shetland musician Barry Nisbet will be bringing his floating festival aboard the tall ship, Lady of Avenel, to Orkney.
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Tune In For The Virtual Orkney Folk Festival 2021
The 2021 four day event will be streamed over the festival’s regular long weekend of May 27-30.
The Orkney Folk Festival Rises Above Adversity – Again!!!
“Last year was the first time in 38 years that the festival had ever been called off, and no one thought for a second that they would have to do it again for a second consecutive year.”
Còig Reflect On Their Music & The Orkney Folk Festival
Còig took time out of their busy schedule playing at The Orkney Folk Festival to speak to Martin Laird of The Orkney News.
Còig Reflect On Their Music & The Orkney Folk Festival
Còig took time out of their busy schedule playing at The Orkney Folk Festival to speak to Martin Laird of The Orkney News.
A Couple of Orkney Doocots
“As far as I know, there are a few doocots ( dovecots) on Orkney, but I’ve only visited a couple of them.”
Còig from Nova Scotia: Bringing you the Best in Celtic Music
Còig, have announced a series of live dates across the UK this summer as they take their new 2019 album ‘Ashlar’ on tour.
Letters: Praise for The Young ‘Uns
I’d just like to say that hearing The Young ‘Uns in St. Ninian’s Kirk, Deerness, as part of the folk Festival, was an extra-ordinary experience
