Four corners of Scotland. Four new commissions. Four of Scotland’s most celebrated traditional composers. On stage with Mr McFall’s Chamber.

Mr McFall’s Chamber with Aidan O’Rourke, Fraser Fifield, Corrina Hewat and James Ross

Described by The Scotsman as a ‘maverick ensemble’ who ‘have the knack of taking audiences on insightful musical journeys’, Mr McFall’s Chamber are renowned for their innovative approach to programming and stylistic plurality. For their latest musical mystery tour, the group journeys across Scotland’s varied terrain, joined by four of the finest Scottish folk musicians around, each of whom has written a new piece that captures their very own ‘corner’ of the country. From Oban to the Black Isle, Aberdeenshire to Wick, Four Corners celebrates the tradition and diversity at the heart of Scotland’s musical culture, in what promises to be another memorable adventure.

Winner of composer of the year in the 2011 Scots Trad Music Awards, fiddler Aidan O’Rourke hails from Oban and is best-known for his work with folk trio, Lau, and as a founder member of Blazin’ Fiddles. Born and raised in Aberdeenshire, piper and whistle player Fraser Fifield is no stranger to McFalls, having collaborated with the group for their 2010 release Birds and Beasts, and is recognised as a multi-instrumentalist and composer with a distinctly original sound. Originally from the Black Isle, harpist Corrina Hewat has been described by Roots Review as ‘a prodigiously talented harpist’, and has recorded over 30 albums in the last 12 years, earning her an international reputation as a composer, performer and arranger. Wick-born pianist James Ross is a previous BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award finalist and distils folk, classical and jazz influences to magnificent effect: ‘He will charm you, take you on day dreams, impress and take your breath away’ (Folk World).

‘This is one of the features of McFall’s gigs I especially enjoy – the uncommon combination of informal, conversational communication and expressive, virtuosic playing. Don’t miss an opportunity to see this unique ensemble if they appear near you.’ – Alan Coady, Bachtrack

TOUR DATES:

Clachan Church, Applecross Mon 3 Sep 2012, 8pm Tickets £8

01520 744 482

An Tobar, Tobermory, Isle of Mull Tue 4 Sep 2012, 8.30pm. Tickets £8 – £10

01688 302 211

Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh, Wed 5 Sep 2012, 7.30pm. Tickets £12 – £14

0131 665 2240 / www.bruntontheatre.co.uk

Macphail Centre, Ullapool, Thu 6 Sep 2012, 8.30pm, Tickets £2 – £8

01854 613 336 / macphailcentre@hotmail.co.uk

The Stables, Cromarty, Fri 7 Sep 2012, 7.30pm. Tickets £3 – £10

01381 600 354 / info@cromartyartstrust.org.uk

Universal Hall, Findhorn Sat 8 Sep 2012, 8pm Tickets £8 – £10 www.universalhall.co.uk

Source: Mr McFall’s Chamber