I will be traveling to Scotland in May and I have interest in hearing traditional music in the evenings, Can anyone share some of their favorite towns and venues for this pastime?
Thank you.
Posted by
Oregon
281 posts
This recent thread I asked has some good ideas: https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/scotland/scottish-music-tour-guide-in-glasgow-or-edinburgh May 2-12, 2025, is the Tradfest in Edinburgh. May 2-4, 2025, is the Girvan Traditional Folk Festival near Ayr.
Posted by
Camano Island, WA, usa
1531 posts
Check the Churches. We sat in on an organ rehearsal at the Holy Rude Church in Stirling. It is a famous organ. They have CDs available. It is on the road that goes up the hill from town below the Castle. I believe Rick Steves wrote about playing this one.
Posted by
Isle of Skye, Scotland
1325 posts
You can find 'trad' music all over Scotland, so it would probably help to know whereabouts in Scotland you will be visiting.
Posted by
272 posts
I second the organ recital thing. I did this once in Edinburgh, just noting the "7 O'clock start" on a sign in front of the church. It was one of my best memories of my first UK trip. I guess it depends on what tradition you are looking for!