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Scotland's Islands

Bruce MacGregor explores the music of Scotland's islands including the piping traditions of Skye, the Gaelic culture of Canna, and a world-famous hymn from Mull.

Bruce MacGregor explores the music of Scotland's islands including the piping traditions of Skye, the history of music on Mingulay and the Gaelic Culture of Canna. Find out why one woman dedicated her life to preserving the Gaelic Culture of Canna plus how a hymn from Mull became one of the best-loved songs in the world.

5 hours, 30 minutes

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Sun 14 Aug 2011 00:30
ΒιΆΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland

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Chapters

  • Highland Hip – Julie Fowlis

    Folk star Julie Fowlis chats about her local community in North Uist which remains at the heart of her international success.

    Duration: 14:07

  • Scotland’s Music – Mingulay

    John Purser with an edition of Scotland’s Music dedicated to the island of Mingulay.

    Duration: 26:16

  • Songlines – Morning Has Broken

    John Cavanagh traces the history of one of the world’s favourite melodies, Morning Has Broken.

    Duration: 26:32

  • The MacCrimmons

    Ronaldson Stevenson explores the origins of the MacCrimmons of Skye – the legendary pipers to the McLeods of Dunvegan.

    Duration: 29:02

  • The Masters Of Piping: Malcolm MacPherson

    Seumas McNeill explores the legendary piper Malcolm MacPherson’s relationship with his instrument and the legacy he left behind after his death in 1898

    Duration: 29:20

  • Shetland Folk Festival 30th Anniversary

    Musicians Chris Stout and Davie Henderson discuss what was so special about this unique festival on an edition of the Music CafΓ© from 2010.

    Duration: 07:24

  • Travelling Folk – Orkney Folk Festival

    Archie Fisher meets up with some of the characters who make up the Orkney music scene for an edition of Travelling Folk.

    Duration: 55:10

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

    Hey for a Lass wi' a Tocher” read by Simon Donald.

    Duration: 01:57

  • The Wind Will Sing

    Cathy Macdonald tells the tale of Mary Fay Shaw and her dedication to the Gaelic culture of Canna and beyond.

    Duration: 26:52

  • Songlines - Soraigh Leis An Ait

    John Cavanagh travelled to Skye to learn more about the song 'Soraigh Leis An Ait' – a song now regarded as an anthem to the island.

    Duration: 26:32

  • Scotland’s Music: Skye

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

    Duration: 26:08

  • McGregors Gathering – Shetland Folk Music Festival

    Jimmie McGregor meets up with some old friends and discovers more about one the best island music festivals in Scotland.

    Duration: 56:24

Broadcast

  • Sun 14 Aug 2011 00:30
    ΒιΆΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland