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Scotland's Islands

Bruce MacGregor introduces music from the islands of Scotland including Skye, North Uist and Mull.

Bruce MacGregor introduces a special Zone featuring music from the islands of Scotland.

Among the many wonderful examples of island music are programmes on the piping traditions of Skye, Julie Fowlis' guide to the music of North Uist, the story of one woman's dedication to the culture of Canna and the tale of how a hymn from Mull became one of the best-loved songs in the world.

5 hours, 30 minutes

Last on

Tue 19 Oct 2010 00:30
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland Extra

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Chapters

  • Highland Hip: Julie Fowlis

    Julie Fowlis, one of Scotland's brightest young folk stars, introduces her island life.

    Duration: 15:07

  • Scotland's Music: Mingulay

    John Purser tells the story of the music of Mingulay.

    Duration: 26:23

  • Songlines: Morning Has Broken

    John Cavanagh traces the history of one of the world's favourite melodies.

    Duration: 26:37

  • The MacCrimmons: Origins

    Ronaldson Stevenson explores the origins of the MacCrimmons of Skye.

    Duration: 29:13

  • The Masters Of Piping: Malcolm MacPherson

    Seumas McNeill profiles the legendary piper Malcolm MacPherson.

    Duration: 29:23

  • Music Cafe: Shetland Folk Festival 30th Anniversary

    Bruce MacGregor chats with musicians Chris Stout and Davie Henderson.

    Duration: 07:36

  • Travelling Folk: Orkney Folk Festival

    Archie Fisher meets some of the characters who make up the Orkney music scene.

    Duration: 55:14

  • Burns Poem: Hey for a Lass wi' a Tocher

    A poem was written in the last few month's of Burn's life.

    Duration: 02:17

  • The Wind Will Sing: Mary Fay Shaw

    Cathy Macdonald discovers why Margaret Fay Shaw's collection is so extraordinary.

    Duration: 27:01

  • Songlines: Soraigh Leis An Ait

    John Cavanagh travels to Skye to learn more about the song 'Soraigh Leis An Ait'.

    Duration: 26:47

  • Scotland’s Music: Skye

    John Purser explores the rich culture of this much-loved island.

    Duration: 26:21

  • McGregor’s Gathering: Shetland Folk Music Festival

    Jimmie McGregor attends one the best island music festivals in Scotland.

    Duration: 58:01

Broadcasts

  • Tue 25 May 2010 00:30
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland Extra
  • Tue 1 Jun 2010 00:30
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland Extra
  • Tue 12 Oct 2010 00:30
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland Extra
  • Tue 19 Oct 2010 00:30
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland Extra