Scottish Fiddlers of Los Angeles https://scottishfiddlers.org Scottish Fiddlers of Los Angeles Sat, 30 May 2026 01:18:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.6 Scottish Fiddlers Summer Jams – CLICK HERE FOR COMMON JAM TUNES https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=scottish-fiddlers-summer-jams-pasadena https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=scottish-fiddlers-summer-jams-pasadena#comments Fri, 29 May 2026 19:53:54 +0000 SFLAadmin https://scottishfiddlers.org/?post_type=cpt_news&p=1243 We will be holding a series of summer jam sessions at the Orange Grove Friends Meeting in Pasadena. These sessions are open to all players interested in Scottish fiddle music and related traditions.

Time: 2:00 p.m. (please note the new start time)

Dates (Sundays):
• June 28
• July 26
• August 16

Location:
Orange Grove Friends Meeting
Pasadena, California

Commonly Played Tunes:
A list of commonly played tunes is available here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wO9x_3ACaW5Z2-oQ0_zO0ApZ2fVhmr0N/view

Format:

The first hour will be at a slower, more accessible pace. The second hour will move to a faster tempo.

Players of all levels are welcome.

Questions? email us at info@scottishfiddlers.org

]]> https://scottishfiddlers.org/?feed=rss2&p=1243 0 Scottish Fest (date tentative) https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_shows=scottish-fest-2026-23-may-date-tentative https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_shows=scottish-fest-2026-23-may-date-tentative#comments Sat, 23 May 2026 19:00:34 +0000 SFLAadmin https://scottishfiddlers.org/?post_type=cpt_shows&p=1227

Experience Scottish Fest

https://www.scottishfest.com/

Where all are welcome, whether you’re Scottish or not!

Step into the sights, sounds, and spirit of Scotland at Scottish Fest—a weekend where ancient traditions meet unforgettable celebration.

Feel the thunder of pipe bands in competition, explore clan heritage and ancestry, cheer on Highland athletes, and wander through a village alive with music, dance, craftsmanship, and flavor. From the swirl of tartans to the echo of drums, every moment is designed to connect you to a culture rich in pride, history, and heart.

​Whether you’re discovering your roots or simply looking for an extraordinary experience, Scottish Fest invites you to come celebrate, belong, and make memories that will linger long after the last note fades.

Scottish Fiddlers performance date and times TBA.

]]> https://scottishfiddlers.org/?feed=rss2&p=1227 0 Folkways Interview with Director Jan Tappan https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=folkways-interview-with-director-jan-tappan https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=folkways-interview-with-director-jan-tappan#comments Mon, 04 May 2026 00:49:14 +0000 SFLAadmin https://scottishfiddlers.org/?post_type=cpt_news&p=1254 Jan Tappan and the Scottish Fiddlers of Los Angeles at 45.

On nearly half a century of playing together, evolving leadership for the years ahead, and a growing repertoire rooted in marches, strathspeys, reels, and jigs

https://folkworks.org/interview/jan-tappan-and-the-scottish-fiddlers-of-los-angeles-at-45/

]]> https://scottishfiddlers.org/?feed=rss2&p=1254 0 Scottish Fiddlers at Scottish Fest 2026 https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=scottish-fiddlers-perform-at-scottish-fest-2026 https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=scottish-fiddlers-perform-at-scottish-fest-2026#comments Sat, 02 May 2026 01:14:04 +0000 SFLAadmin https://scottishfiddlers.org/?post_type=cpt_news&p=1262 Step into the sights, sounds, and spirit of Scotland at Scottish Fest—a weekend where ancient traditions meet unforgettable celebration.

Feel the thunder of pipe bands in competition, explore clan heritage and ancestry, cheer on Highland athletes, and wander through a village alive with music, dance, craftsmanship, and flavor. From the swirl of tartans to the echo of drums, every moment is designed to connect you to a culture rich in pride, history, and heart.

Whether you’re discovering your roots or simply looking for an extraordinary experience, Scottish Fest invites you to come celebrate, belong, and make memories that will linger long after the last note fades.

]]> https://scottishfiddlers.org/?feed=rss2&p=1262 0 Scottish Fiddlers Summer Jams – Pasadena https://scottishfiddlers.org/?p=1236 https://scottishfiddlers.org/?p=1236#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:29:10 +0000 SFLAadmin https://scottishfiddlers.org/?p=1236 We will be holding a series of summer jam sessions at the Orange Grove Friends Meeting in Pasadena. These sessions are open to all players interested in Scottish fiddle music and related traditions.

Time: 2:00 p.m. (please note the new start time)

Dates (Sundays):
• June 28
• July 26
• August 16

Location:
Orange Grove Friends Meeting
Pasadena, California

Tunes:
A list of commonly played tunes is available at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wO9x_3ACaW5Z2-oQ0_zO0ApZ2fVhmr0N/view

Format:
The first hour will be at a slower, more accessible pace. The second hour will move to a faster tempo.

Players of all levels are welcome.

]]> https://scottishfiddlers.org/?feed=rss2&p=1236 0 Scottish Fiddlers Annual Concert April 11, 2026 https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_shows=scottish-fiddlers-annual-concert-april-11-2026 https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_shows=scottish-fiddlers-annual-concert-april-11-2026#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:30:47 +0000 SFLAadmin http://scottishfiddlers.org/?post_type=cpt_shows&p=1158 Tickets on sale at

https://scottishfiddlersconcert2026.eventbrite.com

 

]]> https://scottishfiddlers.org/?feed=rss2&p=1158 0 Concert Featured Guest Interview: Susie Glaze on Blending Styles and Collaboration https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=interview-with-susie-glaze-featured-artist-at-april-11-concert https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=interview-with-susie-glaze-featured-artist-at-april-11-concert#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:45:57 +0000 SFLAadmin https://scottishfiddlers.org/?post_type=cpt_news&p=1233 In a recent interview published in FolkWorks, we spoke with award-winning vocalist Susie Glaze of the Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble about her musical background, her approach to repertoire, and the group’s blend of folk, bluegrass, and related traditions. The ensemble also includes mandolinist Steve Rankin, fiddler Mark Indictor, and bassist Fred Sanders. The conversation touches as well on her collaboration with the Scottish Fiddlers of Los Angeles as part of our upcoming concert April 11.

Read the full interview here: https://folkworks.org/interview/susie-glaze-on-blending-styles-collaboration-and-community/

Concert tickets available here: https://scottishfiddlersconcert2026.eventbrite.com

]]> https://scottishfiddlers.org/?feed=rss2&p=1233 0 April 11 Concert Tickets On Sale Now – Best Seats Selling Fast https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=april-11-concert-tickets-on-sale-now https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=april-11-concert-tickets-on-sale-now#comments Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:34:42 +0000 SFLAadmin https://scottishfiddlers.org/?post_type=cpt_news&p=1198 Four Exceptional Acts. One Unforgettable Night.

Join the Scottish Fiddlers for their high-energy Spring Concert featuring four outstanding acts celebrating Celtic and American roots music at its finest.

Order tickets at: https://scottishfiddlersconcert2026.eventbrite.com

The Scottish Fiddlers of Los Angeles bring the driving reels and soaring strathspeys of Scotland’s great fiddle tradition to life, delivering the powerful sound that has shaped folk music on both sides of the Atlantic. Musicians include recording artists, composers, teachers, and dedicated players who share a deep commitment to keeping this vibrant tradition alive.

The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble, led by award winning vocalist Susie Glaze, bring a vibrant blend of mountain folk, Celtic influence, and contemporary Americana to the stage. The ensemble’s lush instrumentation, paired with Susie’s soaring vocals, creates a sound that is vibrant, textured, and compelling.

Virtuoso fiddler Michael Kelly, co-founder of the acclaimed Celtic Bluegrass band Sligo Rags, brings electrifying musicianship and cross genre mastery to the stage. Classically trained and seasoned across bluegrass, country, Celtic, jazz, and more, he performs with precision and infectious energy.

Highland bagpiper Dave Champagne completes the evening with the unmistakable sound and spectacle of the Highland pipes. A multi-instrumentalist and seasoned performer, he brings both tradition and showmanship to every appearance.

Learn more about the artists:

Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble: https://www.susieglaze.com

Michael Kelly: www.CeltHickMusic.com

Dave Champagne: https://davechampagne.com/

Tickets available at https://scottishfiddlersconcert2026.eventbrite.com

 

 

 

]]> https://scottishfiddlers.org/?feed=rss2&p=1198 0 Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble at April 11 Spring Concert https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=susie-glaze-new-folk-ensemble-at-april-11-spring-concert https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=susie-glaze-new-folk-ensemble-at-april-11-spring-concert#comments Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:14:23 +0000 SFLAadmin https://scottishfiddlers.org/?post_type=cpt_news&p=1217 The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble, led by award winning vocalist Susie Glaze, bring a vibrant blend of mountain folk, Celtic influence, and contemporary Americana to the stage. The ensemble’s lush instrumentation, paired with Susie’s soaring vocals, creates a sound that is vibrant, textured, and compelling.

Order concert tickets at : https://scottishfiddlersconcert2026.eventbrite.com

Visit The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble at https://www.susieglaze.com

]]> https://scottishfiddlers.org/?feed=rss2&p=1217 0 Michael Kelly of Sligo Rags at April 11 Fiddlers Concert https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=michael-kelly-of-sligo-rags-at-april-11-fiddlers-concert https://scottishfiddlers.org/?cpt_news=michael-kelly-of-sligo-rags-at-april-11-fiddlers-concert#comments Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:17:43 +0000 SFLAadmin https://scottishfiddlers.org/?post_type=cpt_news&p=1219 Virtuoso fiddler Michael Kelly, co-founder of the acclaimed Celtic Bluegrass band Sligo Rags, brings electrifying musicianship and cross genre mastery to the stage. Classically trained and seasoned across bluegrass, country, Celtic, jazz, and more, he performs with  infectious energy.

Order concert tickets at : https://scottishfiddlersconcert2026.eventbrite.com

Visit Michael Kelly at  www.CeltHickMusic.com

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