Rachel Harrington and Zak Borden

Rachel Harrington has been doing things in the wrong order for quite some time. She had extensive radio play before performing her first live show, and she opened for Grammy winners and nominees before her debut full-length record was even a glimmer in her eye.
By 2006, Rachel was touring with her songwriting hero, Guy Clark, winning national songwriting awards, and performing at large festivals.
Rachel is touring internationally as a duo, joined by multi-instrumentalist Zak Borden on vocals, mandolin, guitar and various other weapons of mass destruction. A solid songwriter in his own right, Zak has toured extensively throughout the US and UK having worked with, among many others, Casey Neill, The Watson Twins, and his own multi-platinum selling cousin, Willy Mason. Check out Rachel's myspace page for more info and to listen to her music.

"A brilliant debut ... already a contender for album of the year!" ~ Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2 on The Bootlegger's Daughter

£10 full / £8 conc
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Aberdeen International Youth Festival present Tamana Pioneers Steel Orchestra Afternoon Workshop & Evening Performance with The African Showtime Dancers from Ghana

The Tamana Pioneers Steel Orchestra, from the foot of Mount Tamana in North East Trinidad, was formed in 1982. With a colourful history in steel band competitions, winning the Most Promising Band trophy in 1985, this year the band came sixth in the Steelband Music Panorama, an amazing achievement for a youth group.
The Orchestra have toured the UK several times, participating in the Aberdeen International Youth Festival on each occasion as well as taking part in carnivals including the Notting Hill Carnival.
This will be Tamana's fifth visit to Aberdeen and they are sure to excite and electrify audiences once again.

The Tamana Pioneers will be offering a one day workshop in steel orchestra techniques for age 10+. No experience necessary!

Workshop 1pm - 4pm. Advance booking essential.

Following the workshop, there will be an evening performance at 7pm. Workshop participants will take part in the evening performance for one number. The African Showtime Dancers from Ghana will also be performing as part of the evening show.

Workshop £8 (price includes evening concert)

Evening performance £5 / Under 16 £3

Aberdeen International Youth Festival presents Ceòl Mòr

Ceòl Mòr is the Aberdeen International Youth Festival's young traditional big band, made up of some of the most promising young traditional musicians from Scotland, Canada and USA.

They will perform original and innovative arrangements of traditional Scottish songs and music as well as exploring the margins between traditional music, jazz and contemporary classical music, including a new piece for voices, as well as reviving ‘The Wife o' Kelso', a piece commissioned by Ceòl Mòr from Corrina Hewat, which was premiered at last year's festival, and performed again at Celtic Connections earlier this year.

"Imagine a younger version of The Unusual Suspects, say 25+ strong, mix in commitment and
musical passion, add a few exciting new commissions and you have 'Ceòl Mòr'."
Fiona Mackenzie at Celtic Connections

£10 / £8 conc / £5 under 16

The Lang Byre Gallery presents Stéphanie Vandem Exhibition 'So Far...'

Born and brought up in Brazil, educated in Brazil, France and London, Stéphanie brings a variety of influences to her striking work and is showing at the Barn as part of NEOS 2008. From vibrant South American scenes to darker portraits set in snow covered forests, each painting has a unique story to tell.

Exhibition runs from 21 August to 26 September 2008, 9.30am to 12.30am or by appointment.

Preview, with refreshments, 21 August 6.30 - 8.30pm. All welcome.

Stephanie will be in residence on Saturday 20, Sunday 21 & Monday 22 September from 10am - 3.30pm as part of North East Open Studios

The Gordon Gunn Band

Gordon Gunn has been described as "as one of the most exciting and innovative fiddle players of the times" with his extraordinarily skilful playing and masterly technical brilliance adding a thrilling edge of excitement to his live performances. With his band of Brian McAlpine (piano) and Phil Anderson (guitar/vocals) he pushes the boundaries of traditional Scottish accoustic music with a sparkling mix of styles and sounds, diversifying from traditional, folk, country and even hints of jazz.

Gordon will also be hosting two afternoon fiddle workshops at 4pm - 5pm for intermediate and 5pm - 6pm for advanced.  The workshops cost £6 for adults and £4 for under 16.  Advance booking is essential - please call the Barn on 01330 825431 to book your place.

£10 full / £8 conc / 16 and under £5

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Folk Session Night

Come and join in our friendly folk session nights whether to play, sing or listen - all are welcome!
£2 on the door

Still-Life Painting: From Realism to Abstraction with Stephanie Vandem

The first half of these workshops focusses on the basic skills which will help in producing accurate still-life drawings and several colour studies.
In the second half, we will go a stage further in the creation of an abstract composition based on previous studies.
You will be encouraged and supported in choosing your own colour palette and developing ideas.
Work from 21st century artists will be available for discussion and inspiration.
A materials list will be provided at time of booking.
£40 for 4 weeks (until 24 September). Advance booking essential.

WMS presents Camerata Ritmata

A unique collaboration between Simon Thacker, one of his generation's finest classical guitarists, with Paul Harrison on piano, Mario Lima Caribé da Rocha on double bass and Stuart Brown on percussion. Four Scottish based virtuosos present unforgettable programmes where classical meets jazz, the sensuous sound world of the classical guitar combines with the energy of a jazz trio and composition flows to improvisation
Camerata Ritmata will perform Radamés Gnattali Brazilian Popular Suite for guitar, piano and percussion; Heitor Villa Lobos Guitar Concerto, 2nd movement; three pieces by A.C. Jobim; Claude Bolling Concerto for guitar and jazz piano.

£10, £2 students, 12 and under free

The Anna Massie Band

The massively talented, multi-award winning Ann Massie is back at the Barn with her band, Mairairead Green and Jenn Butterworth. Together this trio is an excellent example of Scottish traditional music at its very best. In recent years it has sometimes seemed as though the Celtic music world is overrun with energetic young players and bands. Anna Massie, Jenn Butterworth and Maireread Green have originality in both writing and interpretation, finely tuned senses of humor, good friendships and musical collaboration, along with outstanding musicality and deep appreciation of their native Scots traditions, which mark their work as several long cuts above the rest. Their show is most definitely not to be missed.

£10 / £8 conc / £5 under 16

 

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Poetry Session

Come and join this informal group to share your poems or listen to others.

Bring your own refreshments

£2 on the door

Comedy Capers present Phil Kay Anything Goes Tour

Phil Kay's Anything Goes tour promises to visit every nook & cranny in the North East...eventually, taking audiences on a joyride they'll never forget.
He's celebrating 20 years of performing improvised comedy mayhem by taking a break from the norm and presenting the juiciest bits from all the comedy fun he's ever had but anything could happen, because with Phil Kay, Anything Goes!
"At their height [this] wild, childlike performer's transports of improvisation become things of comic beauty." The List

£10 / £8 conc

This show is not suitable for under 16's.

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Stained Glass Workshops with Gordon Watt

The class will cover stained glass techniques for beginners and more experienced stained glass artists. Introductory techniques, including cutting glass, leading and soldering will be accompanied by more advanced techniques (e.g plating, incorporation of found objects). By the end of the 10 week course each participant will have completed a leaded glass panel, and have learned the basic skills to design and construct stained glass windows. The class will be taught by Gordon Watt who specialises in contemporary architectural glass through his company Morning Glass.  10 weeks with classes starting 23rd September (no class 14/10 and 21/10) and running until December 9th.
£100 for 10 week course - must be booked in advance 

Folk Session Night

Come and join in our friendly folk session nights whether to play, sing or listen - all are welcome!
£2 on the door

The Alexander Brothers POSTPONED - NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED

The legendary Alexander Brothers celebrate 50 years in show business! They have recorded over 30 albums and at one point in 1964 their single 'Nobody's Child' was outselling the Beatles in Scotland! They co-starred with Shirley Bassey in 1967 on the famous 'London Palladium Show' and hosted their own show on STV which topped the ratings for many years.
They make an annual pilgrimage to Canada and the States, since their first visit in the 60's with Andy Stewart. In Sydney they starred in their own show at the Sydney Opera House with guest Jimmy Shand, an enormous success and the highlight of an incredible career. Join Tom and Jack at the Barn for an entertaining evening.

All tickets £10

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Sarah McQuaid

Born in Madrid and raised in Chicago, Sarah McQuaid recently moved to Cornwall after living in Ireland for 14 years. Drawing on the traditions of Ireland, America and the UK, her music is sublime and compelling, characterised by warm, velvety vocals and a distinctive acoustic guitar style. In 2007 she re-released her album When Two Lovers Meet to critical accaim. Sarah is also the author of a highly-regarded guitar tutor, The Irish DADGAD Guitar Book, and has recorded a new album, provisionally titled I Won't Go Home 'Til Morning and due for release later this year.  Visit Sarah's website www.sarahmcquaid.com

"Sarah's voice is both as warm as a turf fire and as rich as matured cognac ... An astonishing debut by a unique talent." - The Rough Guide To Irish Music

"Sarah McQuaid's debut album offers a masterclass in restraint and subtlety. Authoritative singing and quietly insistent arrangements make for a sumptuous whole - recommended." - fRoots

"Boy, hasn't Sarah got a good voice - rich, deep, mature ... One for a romantic evening in, listen to it with a hot whiskey and a peat fire - heaven!" - Irish Music Magazine

"Pure magic!! We are running our folkclub for 16 years now but I never experienced such a thrilling interaction between artist and audience who rewarded you with three encores!! You have the ability to create an intimate atmosphere with your stories, songs and guitar playing and make the audience part of the gig." - Piet Snellen, De Fookhook, Sevenum, Netherlands

£9 / £7 conc / £5 under 16

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Timeless Theatre Productions present Rolling Back the Years

Another sensational new show from the producers of 'Memory Lane', 'Memories are Made of This' and ‘All our Yesterdays'. A stunning roller coaster ride of nostalgia featuring tributes to some of the world's greatest stars, including Glen Miller, Fred Astaire, Buddy Holly, Cliff Richard, Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Dolly Parton, Abba, and many more. Also a taste of the some of the greatest movies and musicals, such as ‘Grease', ‘Lord of the Dance' and ‘The Sound of Music' to name but a few.
All beautifully costumed and choreographed for each decade. Performed by four world class singers and the brilliant ‘Memory Lane' dancers.
Don't miss the biggest nostalgia show in the UK!!
£11 / £10 conc

King Creosote with Pictish Trail

Fife's finest, King Creosote, aka Kenny Anderson, is a man of many hats. Previously lead singer with the Skuobhie Dubh Orchestra, and head honcho of the Fence collective, he has created a unique and very Scottish alt folk scene helping the likes of James Yorkston and KT Tunstall along the way. His latest album 'Bombshell' was released to critical and commercial success and helped earn him an appearance on 'Later with Jools Holland'. His distinct, heartfelt songs manage to achieve the sense of being new whilst still feeling achingly familiar, leading one critic to call his lyrics ‘the most sublime Scottish folk songwriting since Donovan.' myspace.com/kingcreosote
Album of the week - The Sunday Times - ****
Marvellous...his finest moment yet - The Observer - ****
Utterly Fabulous - The Guardian - ****
A gently gorgeous album - The Independent - ****

£12 / £10 conc / £5 under 16
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Fiddlers Bid

The musical tornado known as Fiddlers Bid are a dynamic four fiddle front line joined with a powerhouse of piano, bass, guitar and Scottish harp to create a display of stunning virtuosity.
The flying fiddles and furious talent of Fiddlers' Bid make expressive, high energy music and perform with a verve that delivers traditional music in a way that parallels top bands from other genres. "Beware: Fiddlers' Bid is infectious and habit-forming".
Internationally respected global ambassadors for Shetland, The Bid have had two hugely successful tours of Australia and Tasmania, performing at venues such as Melbourne Concert Hall and Sydney Opera House. One tour earned the band a nomination for ‘Best Contemporary Music Presentation' at a national music award ceremony in Australia.

“They've put together a perfectly balanced set…there's nothing like Fiddlers' Bid in full flight - you should take every opportunity you get to see them live.”
Kit Bailey, www.bbc.co.uk/radio2
“…nothing, I repeat nothing could possibly prepare an audience for the musical tornado known as Fiddlers Bid….very young, very talented, very fast and tight as a gnat’s chuff…. A glance around the room demonstrated the impact that they were making….Respectable, moustached, middle-aged men pogoed like teenage punks while their normally demure, matronly wives lept about like scalded cats with their knickers showing….and no one wanted it to end, ever.”
Stephen Hunt, www.greenmanreview.com

£12 / £10 conc / £5 under 16

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Tim Kliphuis Trio 'Swinging the Classics'

Dutchman Tim Kliphuis is possibly the finest Swing fiddler in the world. He has been dubbed the successor of Stéphane Grappelli, taking his Gypsy Swing into the 21st Century by fusing it with Celtic Folk and Classical music. Tim's Scottish Trio have been widely acclaimed for their exciting and virtuoso performances with a touch of romance.
Take Stéphane Grappelli's Hot Gypsy Swing, add some Celtic Folk, the best American Songbook tunes, a Stevie Wonder hit and classical themes of Bach, Grieg and List and you have a "swingy, zingy mix" (Glasgow Herald) that's totally new but appeals to everyone. Visit Tim's myspace page for more.

"Kliphuis plays with an astonishingly fluid versatility, incorporating funky slurs, whooping hoedown flourishes" - Time Out
"A charming, uplifting performance ... he has the world at his feet"
- The Scotsman

£10 / £8 conc / £5 under 16

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