A leading Uilleann Piper, Calum Stewart’s powerful and lyrical playing style is rooted in the traditional music of his native northern Scotland. His distinct musical voice has been developed through collaborations within the Scottish, Irish and Breton traditions. In addition … [Read more...]
Grammy award winner Mike Compton – Mandolinist
Befriended and mentored by Bill Monroe, the acknowledged Father of Bluegrass Music, Mike Compton is one of today’s foremost interpreters of Monroe’s genre-creating mandolin style. Mandolin students from around the world make the pilgrimage to his annual Monroe Mandolin Camp … [Read more...]
Preaching Divas with Ali Affleck
The Gin Mill Genies present the birth of the blues and early trad jazz with the ‘Preaching Divas’ project. An intimate, heartfelt and humorous look at the pioneering women of early blues and trad jazz, ‘The Preaching Divas’ has received rave reviews ever since it was first … [Read more...]
Tannara
Tannara left a lasting impression when they played here in 2016. We look forward to welcoming them back. Here's a bit of info. Converging from across the country, Tannara are entangled in Scotland’s rich web of traditions. They play contemporary Scottish folk … [Read more...]
Cera Impala & the New Prohibition
"Don’t be fooled; as whimsical as they may seem, there is a beautiful intensity to Cera Impala & the New Prohibition, like a bar of deliciously dark chocolate - bittersweet, and very moreish. This band’s heart beats to a waltz, it’ll be an incredible feat not to fall in love with … [Read more...]