Review: A’Chiad Litir/The First Letter – Edinburgh Tradfest 2026

Review: A’Chiad Litir/The First Letter – Edinburgh Tradfest 2026

Sandra MacDonald May 8, 2026 4 min read
Review: Josie Duncan and Ashley Douglas bring the life of 16th-century poet Marie Maitland to Edinburgh Tradfest in a haunting, evocative musical collaboration.
Review: The Ayoub Sisters at Soundhouse Winter Fest

Review: The Ayoub Sisters at Soundhouse Winter Fest

Will Quinn Dec 11, 2025 5 min read
The Ayoub Sisters blend classical rigour and pop charisma at Soundhouse Winter Fest. A dazzling Traverse set from the Scottish-Egyptian duo.
Siobhan Miller Band: A Powerful End to Edinburgh Tradfest

Siobhan Miller Band: A Powerful End to Edinburgh Tradfest

Will Quinn May 16, 2025 4 min read
"...that rarest of things: a genuine star." Siobhan Miller and her Band deliver a stellar performance to close Tradfest 2025,
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Tradfest 2025: Miwa Nagato-Apthorp, Parsisonic, Dlù Review

Will Quinn May 16, 2025 4 min read
Tradfest's ETF Spotlight highlights the future of folk music with Miwa Nagato-Apthorp, Parsisonic, and Dlù, showcasing a mix of talent and genre fusion.
A Beautiful Evening with Kathleen MacInnes at Tradfest 2025

A Beautiful Evening with Kathleen MacInnes at Tradfest 2025

Will Quinn May 12, 2025 5 min read
Kathleen MacInnes delivered a captivating performance at Tradfest 2025, showcasing her unique voice and ability to connect with an audience.