Description
Alasdair Fraser is recognised throughout the world as one of the finest fiddle players Scotland has ever produced; his name is synonymous with the vibrant cultural renaissance which is transforming the Scottish musical scene. With Paul Machlis - an equally brilliant pianist who has a great understanding of the music. Together they have created the exquisite album Legacy Of The Scottish Fiddle.
"The quality of the playing speaks for itself: the quality of the material is equally impressive". The Scots Magazine.
Miss Drumbreck; The Auld Brig O' Don; The Beauty Of The North; Madame Neruda; Chapel Keithack; Earl Haig; Earl Grey; Rose-Acre; Craigellachie Brig; The Ancient Barons Of Kilravock; Mrs. McPherson Of Gibton; Lady Charlotte Campbell's New Strathspey; Miss Hannah Of Elgin; Mrs. Jamieson's Favourite; The Rose-bud Of Allenvale; Seann Triubhais Uilleachain; Da Forfeit O' Da Ship; Mr. A. G. Wilken's Favourite; Mrs. Major L. Stewart Of The Island Of Java; The Iron Man; Niel Gow's Lament For The Death Of His Second Wife.
Born in Clackmannan in 1955 Alasdair is now regarded as the best Scottish Fiddler of his generation, both as a player and as a teacher. His first album "Portrait of A Scottish Fiddler" was a fairly traditional affair with typical piano accompaniment. His later albums have seen more adventurous arrangements and instrumentation.
His music has been featured on radio, TV and even on the big screen such as in The Last Of The Mohicans, and Titanic.
If you like fiddle music you can check out our Scottish Fiddle CD collection and you may also find fiddles used in lots of Scottish Country Dance CDs, or Scottish Ceilidh Dance CDs.
Scots music, traditional music, fiddling music.
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