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Shetland Shenanigans

from Homecoming by Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club

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Still on a high after my Shetland visit in 2010, I compiled this set of tunes that, although not all of Shetland origin, have a Shetland connection. I first heard Inisheer played by Shetland all-stars Fiddlers’ Bid, and the club is delighted to have spent time with many Fiddlers’ Bid members over the
years. The second tune, Garster’s Dream is a popular Shetland jig, attributed to the trows (Shetland’s equivalent of trolls) by Garster, who it is believed overheard them playing it as he walked home after a wedding on the island of Fetlar. Capping off the set, Simon Thoumire’s Jig, was one of the most popular session tunes when I was in Shetland. The trio in the first tune is Jess Foot on cor anglais, Caitlin Martin on cello and Angus Downing on fiddle.
- Angus Downing

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from Homecoming, released April 26, 2016
Inisheer (Thomas Walsh) / Garster’s Dream (trad.) / Simon Thoumire’s Jig (John McCusker), arr. Gus Downing.

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Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club Melbourne, Australia

21 years old and going stronger than ever, the Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club explores the lively sounds of Scottish music with repertoire that both acknowledges and reinvents traditional roots, drawing enthusiastic and loyal crowds. Regularly collaborating with some of the world’s best traditional musicians, the Club puts on a charming and exhilarating show. ... more

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