DrumBeat Festival Feile 2007
DrumBeat Programme
Monday September 17th 8pm
Glen Urquhart Public Hall
The Way of the Drum
A celebration of Traditional Taiko Drumming www.taiko.co.uk
Experience the thundering and exhilarating rhythms of Taiko in an intimate and entertaining show, and gain a unique insight into the enthralling world of this ancient art. A powerful fusion of primal rhythm, dance and athleticism to captivate audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
Members of the renowned Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers return to the roots of Taiko Drumming, performing traditional Taiko pieces from Japan and revealing the history and culture of this fascinating folk art in a lively and entertaining concert. “The Way of the Drum” takes the audience on an exciting, energetic & enjoyable journey that’s not to be missed.
"Not just incredibly skilled musicians, they are also excellent performers: theatrical, humorous and energising." - Edinburgh Evening News
Wednesday September 19th 8pm
Glen Urquhart Public Hall
Catriona McKay and Chris Stout
Members of Shetland supergroup Fiddlers' Bid who have also performed together as a duo for over 10 years, Catriona McKay, (Scottish harp) and Chris Stout, (Shetland fiddle) have developed a sound and style "operating at a rarefied level of expertise" (The Herald) Their repertoire draws from Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland, Europe and beyond.
They recorded their first duo CD Laebrack in 2005, which contains ‘new readings of ancient wedding marches, original compositions brimming with contemporary influence, reels spun with muscular virtuosity, and slow airs that bring salt to the eyes. A lesson in harp and fiddle playing, and a delight to the ear.’ (Norman Chalmers).
Thursday September 20th
Craigmonie Centre
Rossini's "Cinderella" (La Cenerentola)
Scottish Opera
If you saw their "Die Fledermaus" or "Macbeth", we know you'll be booking your tickets ahead for this one. In a rundown mansion live Don Magnifico, his daughters Clorinda and Tisbe, and his stepdaughter, Angelina, dismissively nicknamed "Cenerentola" (Cinderella). When Prince Ramiro arrives on his quest to find the most beautiful girl in the land to be his bride, nobody realises that the Prince has changed places with his valet, Dandini......
Friday September 21st
Glen Urquhart Public Hall
Orkestra Del Sol
Brass troubadours with unruly charm - the swagger of a Balkan wedding band with the riotous energy of a Latin carnival. However you choose to describe it, an evening with the Orkestra del Sol is always special, memorable and unlike anything else you have ever experienced. They'll be touring their second album, "The Road to Thermosa", launched May 2007. Wear your dancing shoes!
"Always innovative and yet dependable for quality" (ICA magazine)
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