This unique evening features a very special collaboration between Troy MacGillivray, Janine Randall and Liz Doherty, created to mark NAFCo’s 25th anniversary and bringing together artists who have been part of the festival since its earliest days.
Geoff Palmer has a particular love of the cello and, since moving to Aberdeenshire, has performed many well-loved cello favourites alongside contemporary works at the University of Aberdeen and venues across the city and shire. In 2023, he asked Scottish luthier Ian Grieg to create a new cello for him—a true labour of love that Ian gladly undertook and completed over two years.
Award-winning Gaelic singer, Kim Carnie, brings her fusion of traditional Gaelic roots, and cinematic, contemporary soundscapes to Braemar.
Back by popular demand - vibrant, energetic, fourpiece band, Old Blind Dogs. Join us for a night of brilliant, foot-stomping tunes and songs.
Leith-born singer-songwriter, Roseanne Reid, showcases original works from her latest album, Lawside.
Join us for A Tribute to Film, an evening with RAF Lossiemouth Voluntary Band. The Band will bring the magic of the big screen to life, with performances of some of Hollywood’s most iconic soundtracks.
Join us for a spectacular evening of jazz from the Snake Davis Trio. Featuring Snake on saxophone, Johnny Thirkell on trumpet and flugelhorn, and Mark Creswell on guitar.
Join us in celebrating the magic of the festive season with a weekend full of cheer, creativity and community spirit from Friday 12th to Sunday 14th December. From hands-on workshops, delicious dinner to concert, choirs and Father Christmas himself, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
We join Carmen in her boudoir, as she tells her own story in words and music. Dare you consult the cards with her? What does she think of the men in her story? Did she foresee her gruesome ending?
Join us for an afternoon of music and remembrance, as we reflect on the 80 years which have passed since the end of World War II. This one-of-a-kind concert will firstly spotlight the 1940s, the wartime communities in Aberdeen and across Britain, and the role of The Gordon Highlanders.
Twenty years on from winning the Danny Kyle Open Stage Award at Celtic Connections, Breabach remain securely ranked amongst Scotland’s most skilled and imaginative contemporary folk acts and at the forefront of a burgeoning traditional music scene.
Festival de Noel is back for it's 4th year, bringing a wonderful line-up of events and workshops from Friday 6th December to Sunday 8th December.
We are delighted to welcome the Aberdeen City Music School for their ‘Braemar Concert Tour’.
Three days of festive fun in Braemar from Friday 8th - Sunday 10th December
*** This event will take place at Fountainhall Church at the Cross (previously Queen's Cross Church), Aberdeen ***
St Andrews Eve fundraising concert in aid of St Margaret’s Braemar.
Be taken on a magical musical tour of well know Scottish songs and tunes accompanied by some startling images of our beautiful country.
The internationally renowned, multi award winning singer comes to Braemar for a very special concert on the eve of the world famous Braemar Gathering.
Award-winning singer, Hannah Rarity, has made a lasting impression since being warmly embraced by the folk world, winning BBC Young Traditional Musician of the Year (2018) and recording and touring with top acts Blazin’ Fiddles, Rura, Niteworks and Cherish the Ladies.
A rare chance to hear these fine cellists and experience their enjoyment of playing together, the Three Cellos are coming to St. Margaret’s Braemar!
Session A9 are more than relishing their return to the stage in November. “We can’t wait to get out touring again after all this time and are delighted to finally come and perform at Braemar, after having to cancel our planned tour a couple of years ago. This will be our first tour since lockdowns and I guarantee we will be in great form!”, says fiddle player Charlie Mckerron.
Legendary Deeside is a new commission from St Margaret’s, exploring landscape, love and legends: tales from the upper Deeside area. A collaboration in music and storytelling produced and directed by John Bett, Legendary Deeside features original music from Paul Anderson and stories retold by Northeast Makar Sheena Blackhall and actor Hamish Somers.
Legendary Deeside is a new commission from St Margaret’s, exploring landscape, love and legends: tales from the upper Deeside area. A collaboration in music and storytelling produced and directed by John Bett, Legendary Deeside features original music from Paul Anderson and stories retold by Northeast Makar Sheena Blackhall and actor Hamish Somers.
Join us on the eve of the Braemar Gathering for an evening of Scottish Trad with Ross Ainslie, Ali Hutton and Owen Sinclair.
‘A joyful gathering and sharing of songs’
Verlon Thompson returns to the St Margaret's stage in 2022.
Legendary Braemar is a new commission from St Margaret’s, exploring landscape, love and legends: tales from the village and upper Deeside area.
Highly acclaimed Scottish saxophonist Tommy Smith OBE performs live in St Margaret's for an intimate and personal performance.
