Falasgair, from the Isle of Skye, ignited their journey as a band with a hometown gig at Skye Live in 2022. Playing a mix of contemporary, traditional, and self-penned tunes their sound is spearheaded by Macaulay Ross on fiddle, whistle and bagpipe duo Dougal McKiggan and Finn MacPherson, reinforced by the strong backline of Ben Muir on keys, Caetano Hayes Pelletti on guitar and bouzouki, and Eoghainn Beaton on bodhran.
Taking their name from the Gaelic word for the seasonal act of burning heather, Falasgair formed in Glasgow and quickly blazed their way onto the folk festival circuit. Since their debut, the band has gone on to win Seall’s Na Fir Chlis Battle of the Bands on their home island as well as the prestigious Danny Kyle Award at Celtic Connections 2023
Hailing from outside the small village of Rothienorman in the North-East of Scotland, Ellie Beaton is one of Scotland’s most exciting award-winning singers. Having been brought up immersed in the deeply rooted traditions of the North-East of Scotland, she is well acquainted with the rich and vibrant Aberdeenshire styles of singing.
Described as ‘A singer to be reckoned with’ by Celtic Connections, Beaton became the youngest recipient of the MG Alba Citty Finlayson Scots Singer of the Year 2021, in addition to becoming a finalist in the prestigious BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year, aged only eighteen.
Currently, Beaton is in going into her fourth year studying Bachelors of Music in Vocal Studies at the Royal Conservitoire of Scotland, whilst being a prominent singer in the Scottish Classical and Folk scene.
Tarran are an exhilarating contemporary folk group from Glasgow, with roots in both Ireland and the Western Isles. The band consists of Sophie joint (Keys), Breanna Wilson (Fiddle), Malachy Arnold (Harp), and Rory Stark (Whistle/Bodhran). Using elements of funk, blues and contemporary rhythm, the band create a lively and innovative twist on traditional music.
Tarran’s captivating performances have been brought to stages across the United Kingdom and Ireland since 2019, most recently playing at this year’s Celtic Connections festival where they claimed the “Battle of the folk bands” award by hands up for trad. Currently working on their new EP, the band have a great number of thrilling sets that they are hungry to share with listeners across the country.
Join Falasgair, Tarran and Ellie Beaton for some lunch and tunes on Saturday and Sunday afternoon in the Conversvatory bar and restaurant.
The floor will be open to any and all musicians who would like to join, with the hotel offering free food and drinks to anyone who signs up.
Four hours of some of the best contemporary traditional music being played today. Join us in celebration of all things Scotland with a drink and a bite to eat. while Tarran, Falasgair and the Ellie Beaton Trio keep us entertained throughout the Friday and Saturday night.
We’re offering some great ways to come and enjoy the weekend without breaking the bank,
check out our deals and pricings below.
All afternoon sessions will be free and the evening gigs will have a small door charge
for anyone who has not booked a table for dinner or a room in the hotel.
Free entry for all guests staying in the hotel
Free entry for all guests with dinner reservation on the night.
£120 Single Occupancy
1 night dinner bed and breakfast with a bottle of wine on arrival
£145 Double Occupancy
1 night dinner bed and breakfast with a bottle of wine on arrival
£250 Double Occupancy
2 night dinner bed and breakfast with a bottle of wine on arrival
Dinner allowance of £25 per person per night
Deal cannot be used alongside the local discount card
To book a room, reserve a table or buy a ticket please contact the hotel on phone or email:
01688 302 012
reservations@westernisleshotel.com
