Multi award-winning Scottish supergroup
Multi award-winning Scottish supergroup Mànran have been at the heart of the Scottish traditional music scene for over a decade. Internationally recognised as one of the most iconic and respected Scottish bands on the road today, the seven-piece show no signs of slowing down as they continue to push boundaries and explore new musical and geographical territory, bringing their uplifting and unique live performances to stages across the world.
Having played in over 30 countries, including the USA, Asia and Australia (where they were awarded the accolade “International Artist of the Year” at the Australian Celtic Music Awards) this multifaceted musical powerhouse has gathered a loyal fanbase worldwide, due to their self-penned tunes performed on a mixture of traditional and modern instruments, outstanding songs in Gaelic and English and vibrant live performances.
“Listening to Mànran made us want to sing and dance like primal animals” – The BILD
“Twin-bagpipe attack could heat the blood of any non-Celt” – Sydney Morning Herald
Support from Peatbog Faeries
Hailing from the Isle of Skye, the legendary Scottish trailblazers have created a glorious mixture of traditional sounds and dance-floor grooves that have been embraced worldwide. Drawing upon a dazzling myriad of influences from jigs and reels through Dance Music, Jazz, African, and more, they bring the sound of Scotland fresh-faced and breathless to the new audiences around the world. Their mainly instrumental music allows the band to develop exciting themes and soundscapes, as well as locking into their trademark hypnotic sound that no-one can resist dancing to!
From the moment they take to the stage, the mood is set for a no-nonsense feel-good atmosphere – each number sounding like an encore in itself. They tease unlikely combinations from the familiarity of instruments such as fiddle and highland pipes – blending with techno rhythms and soaring sounds and take this to another plain. The traditional styles that influence the musicians are still to be heard – and when an unexpected drop-down to those glorious core melodies sneaks in – the result is spine-chilling! In short, it rocks – and the audience becomes part of the experience.
The band is made up of Peter Morrison on pipes and whistles, Ross Couper on fiddle, Innes Watson on acoustic guitar, fiddle and vocals, Tom Salter on guitar, Norman Willmore on keyboards and sax, Innes Hutton on bass and Stuart Brown on drums.
“Nothing prepares you for the high octane music of the Peatbog Faeries. Powerful melodies are dextrously pumped out with a smart degree of techno attitude, while cross-rhythms ricochet over a heavy bass that hits you forcefully like a massive heart beat.”
The Scotsman
We will also be joined by up and coming contemporary folk musician Breanna Wilson, BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician 2022 finalist, and former winner of the Molloy Award.
Breanna will get the party started in the Lesser Hall, and the first 100 ticket holders to arrive will get to enjoy a bonus performance by her before we open the main hall. So make sure you get down early and don’t miss out!
Dumbarton Road
Stirling
FK8 2QL
+44 (0)1786 473 544
BOX OFFICE OPENING TIMES - Week Beginning December 9, 2024
Thursday 10-4pm
Friday 4:30 -8:30pm
Saturday 4:30-8:30pm
Sunday 4:30-8:30pm