A Chat With…Caitlin Warbelow This week, we are chatting with the multi-talented NYC fiddler, entreprenuer and scientist Caitlin Warbelow. Originally from Alaska, Caitlin is co-founder of Tune Supply (do check this out on Facebook and YouTube). We also thoroughly recommend her occasional online fiddle workshops! Quick bio Instrument(s): Violin/fiddleBest known as: The fiddler/violinist in the original […]

A Chat With…Heather McAslan This week, we are chatting with ace pianist, mandolin player and dance caller, Heather McAslan Quick bio Instrument(s): Piano, mandolinBest known as: I’m probably best known as a dance caller, actually! I’ve worked a lot as a ceilidh/contra caller up and down the UK, and in the US too.Your band(s) or collaborations

A Chat With…Mari Black This week, we are chatting with multistyle violinist and champion fiddler, Mari Black…and we’re delighted that Mari will be visiting Newcastle in Feb 2024 for a workshop and concert. You can book a place here! Quick bio Instrument(s): FiddleBest known as: A mischief-loving, adventure-seeking fiddler!Your band(s) or collaborations that we should know about: I

A Chat With…Mossy Christian This week, we are chatting with talented multi-instrumentalist and folksinger, Mossy Christian Quick bio Instrument(s): Fiddle, Anglo Concertina, One Row Melodeon, VoiceYour band(s) or collaborations that we should know about: Mossy Christian and Megan Wisdom. Also work with Taffy Thomas, and fiddle duet collaborations with Jim Eldon.Number of years on the folk scene: Well,

A Chat With…Su-a Lee This week, we are chatting with the cellist, Su-a Lee, whose much acclaimed debut album, Dialogues, was released last year and brings together the classical and folk traditions. Quick bio Instrument(s): Cello and musical sawBest known as: a cellistYour band(s) or collaborations that we should know about: Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Mr McFall’s Chamber,

A Chat With…Matt Seattle This week, we are chatting with brilliant border piper, Matt Seattle. A real musician’s musician, Matt brings the traditional repertoire to life with virtuosity and flair, and has made a notable contribution to the tradition through his own compositions and arrangements. Quick bio Instrument(s): Guitars (electric, acoustic, classical) from age 13,

A Chat With…Kevin Burke This week, we are chatting with one of the finest Irish fiddle players,  Kevin Burke. Do check out his brilliant instructional videos on the Fiddlevideo website. Quick bio Instrument(s): FiddleBest known as: A soloistYour band(s) or collaborations that we should know about: Bothy Band, Celtic Fiddle Festival, Christy Moore Band, Patrick

A Chat With…Martin Simpson This week we are chatting with multi award winning Martin Simpson, one of the finest guitar players around. Martin has performed all over the world and played with many of the greatest folk musicians. Quick bio Instrument(s): Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Banjo, VoiceYour band(s) or collaborations that we should know about: The Magpie

A Chat With…Bryony Griffith This week, we are chatting with fiddle player and folk singer, Bryony Griffith. Quick bio Instrument(s): Fiddle, voice, pianoBest known as: Playing for dancing…or teaching people…I don’t know! Your band(s) or collaborations that we should know about: Bedlam (ceilidh band), The Witches of Elswick, The Demon Barbers, duo with Will Hampson (mi husband!),

A Chat With…Amy Thatcher This week, we are chatting with one of UK’s leading accordion players, Amy Thatcher. Quick bio Instrument(s): Piano accordion and keysBest known as: “Kathryn Tickell’s right hand woman”Your band(s) or collaborations that we should know about: Kathryn Tickell and the Darkening, The Shee, We Are The Monsters (aka Monster Ceilidh Band) and possibly my new