MUSIC TO PLAY A MAJOR PART OF THE 2013 MADE IN SCOTLAND PROGRAMME

MUSIC IS TO PLAY A MAJOR PART OF THE 2013 MADE IN SCOTLAND PROGRAMME TO CELEBRATE 5 YEARS OF WORLD CLASS PERFORMANCE FROM SCOTLAND.

Made in Scotland is a partnership between the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society, the Federation of Scottish Theatre and Creative Scotland and has received £550,000 funding from the Scottish Government’s Edinburgh Festivals Expo Fund.

Now in its 5th year, the showcase celebrates the wealth and diversity of work that is currently being made and produced in Scotland. For the first time music has been added to the mix, covering all genres. 20 shows and concerts have been selected by a panel of experts facilitated by the Scottish Music Centre. The music programme will run in conjunction with 14 theatre and dance companies.

The vibrant music programme provides a platform for an eclectic array of artists from the world of jazz, classical, folk, electronic and experimental. A flavour of what’s in store includes: Karine Polwart and Scottish National Jazz Orchestra (part of the Queen’s Hall programme, The Astrid String Quartet, The One Ensemble, Amy Duncan, Digi-Bhang Live by Tigerstyle & Guests and Bluefint, who recently supported The Proclaimers.

Fiona Hyslop, Scottish Government Cabinet Secretary for Culture and External Affairs said: “Made in Scotland’s’ strong reach and appeal has been proven by the international success of many of the acts showcased over the last four years. It’s fantastic that this year, musicians will now also benefit from this partnership. The Edinburgh festivals contribute more than £250m in additional tourism revenue to Scotland’s economy. Investing in Initiatives such as ‘Made in Scotland’ not only makes economic sense but gives Scottish performers the opportunity to promote our country’s rich culture, heritage and distinct identity on a world stage.” She added: “I’m looking forward to seeing this year’s participants in the ‘Made in Scotland’ programme add yet more diversity and creativity to Scotland’s world-renowned reputation.”

Kath M Mainland, Chief Executive, Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society said: “The Made in Scotland showcase is a vital platform for Scottish artists at the world’s largest arts festival. Being part of the Fringe is of huge value to Scottish companies in terms of raising their profile, accessing contacts from the media and arts industry as well as presenting their work alongside many international counterparts. As the most significant international arts market in the UK, the Fringe opens up opportunities to have this work seen by promoters from around the globe.” She added: “Made In Scotland has been a great addition to the Fringe landscape in recent years, providing great benefits to the companies who have taken part, so it’s great that in 2013, for the fifth showcase, music will take centre stage alongside theatre and dance.”

Jon Morgan, Director, Federation of Scottish Theatre said: “We are delighted to be continuing the successful partnership with the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society and Creative Scotland on Made in Scotland. We would also like to thank the Scottish Government for their ongoing support of Made In Scotland through the Expo Fund. As the critical success and international reach of the Made in Scotland shows over the last five years demonstrates, Scotland has a vibrant performing arts scene with a wide range of exciting, established and emerging artists.”

Iain Munro, Acting CEO, Creative Scotland said: “Made in Scotland has proved a huge success – supporting artists based in Scotland to present work at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe before audiences drawn from across the world, and to tour their work internationally to critical and commercial acclaim. It is fantastic to be able to welcome musicians into the Made in Scotland mix as part of a showcase that illustrates once again the imagination, the ambition and the brilliance of this country’s performing arts and artists.”

2013 Made in Scotland Music Programme

Amy Duncan - Cycles of Life

Edinburgh based singer/songwriter Amy Duncan performs songs from her new album -Cycles of Life. The songs are intimate, honest and ultimately uplifting, encapsulating the sense of moving from dark to light. With beautiful harmonies and haunting melodies Amy weaves stories deeply familiar to us all.

Acoustic Music Centre @ St Bride’s (Venue 123): 1 hour 15 mins
Aug 14, 20:00 hrs
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Astrid String Quartet - Five by Five

The Astrid String Quartet performs five quintets in five days, with five special guests. A collaboration with distinguished cellist William Conway opens the series, which concludes with illustrious pianist Scott Mitchell. Exciting young talents include: clarinettist Calum Robertson and double bassist Stewart Wilson. Prodigious trombonist Dávur Juul Magnussen joins the quartet to give world premières of two specially commissioned works by Richard Greer and Claire McCue. Join the Astrid String Quartet for all five performances and experience an eclectic, dynamic fringe event.

Greyfriars Kirk (Venue 131): 1 hour
Aug 12-16, 13:00 hrs
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The Black Diamond Express presents ‘Midnight Train’

The Black Diamond Express return to The Assembly Rooms every Saturday night this August to conduct fyrebrand sonic sermons of devilish proportions...This Edinburgh 9-piece have just released their debut album, toured the U.K. and performed at Celtic Connections - most recently supporting The Magic Band and Grammy Award winners The Mavericks. Their festival show features stunning original compositions stirred with a healthy dose of old time Blues and work songs. Once the coals get hot, these gents are an unstoppable force… Having sold out last years show in a matter of days youll want to get your ticket early for this midnight train... Hell-bound!!!

The Assembly Rooms (Venue 20): 1 hour 15 mins
Aug 3, 10, 17, 24, 23:59 hrs
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Blueflint

Fresh from supporting The Proclaimers in 2012, Blueflints formidable live shows have gained them a strong reputation and following through the UK. Sublime harmonies interweave in beautifully-crafted songs swooping from folks dark underbelly to buoyant Americana-tinged ballads.

Acoustic Music Centre @ St Bride’s (Venue 123): 1 hour
Aug 16, 17, 19:00 hrs

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Big Sky - The Boy and the Bunnet

Big Sky presents seven of Scotlands finest traditional musicians in a beautifully narrated and captivating musical adventure written in Scots by James Robertson, with music composed by James Ross.

"This is the tale of a young laddie called Neil ..." - when Neil gets lost in the deep, dark forest what can his animal friends do to help him get home before the Urisk finds him. Music, songs, fun and just a wee bit scary too.

Acoustic Music Centre @ St Bride’s (Venue 123): 50 mins
Aug 12-18, 14:30hrs
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Glasgow Improvisers Orchestra - Some I Know, Some I Don’t


A new commission by American avant-garde composer Jim O’Rourke (Sonic Youth), for the Glasgow Improvisers Orchestra incorporating improvised music, theatrics and real-time film. The result is a theatrical musical event full of spontaneity and surprises.


Summerhall (Venue 26): 1 hour
Aug 17, 22:00 hrs
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Martin Kershaw - Hero as Riddle

Inspired by the work of Edinburgh-born artist, Eduardo Paolozzi, the award-winning Hero as Riddle suite was originally written in 2008 by renowned saxophonist/composer Martin Kershaw for a 10-piece group of Scotland’s finest musicians, who will reunite for this very special concert.

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, The Studio (Venue 66): 2 x 45 min sets plus interval
Aug 14, 19:00 hrs
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Noise (New Opera in Scotland Events) - The Sloans Project

Noise presents The Sloans Project composed by Gareth Williams; libretto by David Brock. Originating from the Sloans Bar in Glasgow, this site-specific, promenade opera vividly captures the emotional life of a pub. Audience encounter a series of vignettes as they explore the stunning, period Scottish Arts Club: comic and moving moments powerfully revealed through soaring composition, witty writing and performance.

The Scottish Arts Club (Venue 310): 1 hour 30 mins
Aug 15, 19:00 hrs
Aug 18, 12:00 hrs & 17:00 hrs

Audience are encouraged to arrive 30 mins prior to start time.
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Rant - Special Album launch concert

The album launch concert from RANT: 4 of Scotlands finest fiddle players, two from the Shetland Islands and two from the Highlands. Bethany Reid, Jenna Reid, Sarah-Jane Summers and Lauren MacColl, using just their fiddles, weave a tapestry of melodies, textures, colours and harmony.

Acoustic Music Centre @ St Bride’s (Venue 123): 1 hour 15 mins
Aug 18, 20:00hrs
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Scottish Saxophone Ensemble and guests

Led by Sue McKenzie (Delphian Records), the Scottish Saxophone Ensemble give another exciting performance. Expect anything from Phillip Glass and Chick Corea to Will Gregory of Goldfrapp.

Summerhall (Venue 26): 2 x 45 min sets with interval
Aug 13, 21:00 hrs
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Sophie Bancroft & Louis Durra Trio


Soulful Scottish songwriter Sophie Bancroft & mash-up pianist Louis Durra (Herald Angel Award 2011) collaborate in a memorable evening of music. A phenomenal quartet and intriguing repertoire.

The Jazz Barr (Venue 57): 1 hour 30 mins
Aug 12, 13, 18, 22:00 hrs
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Story’s End - The Dead Man’s Waltz

“Men fear death as children fear to go into the dark; and as that natural fear in children is increased by tales, so is the other,” Francis Bacon.

Story’s End is a reconnaissance mission into the no man’s land where Death borders with Storytelling.
From Presbyterian silence to the colour of Día de Muertos, the show covers the gamut of this fascinating subject using live music, silent film and spoken word.

Summerhall (Venue 26): 1 hour
Aug 14-18, 23:30 hrs
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The One Ensemble - Saint Seven

Bold, abrasive, sensual, ritualistic. Saint Seven, played in the round by The One Ensemble, is a dramatic hybrid of voices and instruments that seamlessly interweaves elements of experimental, folk and classical chamber music. Challenging conventional approaches to performance, this epic acoustic quartet is shot though with a rare theatricality.

Summerhall (Venue 26): 50 mins
Aug 14, 15, 22:00 hrs
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The Queens Hall presents...

Bella Hardy and The Midnight Watch
Based in Scotland, but raised in the Peak District, Bella Hardy is one of the most prolific and original singer-songwriters in the UK. She has just released her new album Battleplan.

The Queen’s Hall (Venue 72): 1 hour 30 mins
Aug 15, 20:00 hrs
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The Chair
Hailing from the Orkney Islands, The Chair are an eight piece, dance-floor filling, whirlwind who blend their isles’ traditional music with a myriad of other influences including rock, jazz and zydeco.

The Queen’s Hall (Venue 72): 1 hour 30 mins
Aug 16, 20:00 hrs
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Karine Polwart
Nominated for three awards at 2013 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Scottish singer-songwriter Karine Polwart plays tracks from her latest album ‘Traces’ - longlisted 2013 Scottish Album of the Year Award.

The Queen’s Hall (Venue 72): 1 hour 30 mins
Aug 17, 20:00 hrs
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Scottish National Jazz Orchestra - In The Spirit of the Duke
Winners of Best Jazz Ensemble at UK Parliamentary Jazz Awards - perform classic Ellington compositions live.

The Queen’s Hall (Venue 72): 2 hours
Aug 18, 20:00 hrs
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Digi-Bhang Live by Tigerstyle & Guests in association with Iron-Oxide

Digi-Bhang Live promises to be a welcome assault on the senses for fans of all genres.
Combining Indian folk music from “Bhangra” with contemporary electronic elements and traditional influences, Digi-Bhang Live is an ambitious new music showcase. Musicians of Asian and Scottish backgrounds bring you an Intergalactic Future Folk Fusion!

Assembly Rooms (Venue 20): 1 hour 30 mins
Aug 16, 22:30 hrs

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Vocali3e - Atlantic Crossings

Soprano | Flute | Piano

A fascinating recital of music from America, Scotland and Ireland juxtaposing art songs and folksong arrangements by Joseph Haydn, André Previn, Amy Beach, John Corigliano and Edinburgh born Thea Musgrave. The programme will feature the UK première of Lori Laitman’s moving song cycle, Fathers.

Canongate Kirk (Venue 60): 1 hour 30 mins with interval
Aug 16, 14:00 hrs

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The Arches & Regular Music in association with Richard Jordan Productions - Whatever Gets You Through The Night (part of the theatre programme)

Scotland’s most distinctive novelists, poets, musicians, songwriters and playwrights - including Errors, Ricky Ross, Alan Bissett, Rachel Sermanni, Withered Hand, RM Hubbert, Emma Pollock and Stef Smith - and you: a nation of people, awake in the dark, waiting for the light to come. This ambitious multimedia performance, created by Cora Bissett, Swimmer One and David Greig, was a sell-out sensation at Glasgow’s Arches. Come and meet lost souls, party animals and dreamers in a snapshot of a country at its most vulnerable and revealing.

The Queen’s Hall (Venue 72): 1 hour 30 mins
Aug 20 (preview), 19:30 hrs & 22:30 hrs Aug 21 - 22, 24 - 25, 22:30 hrs Aug 23, 19:30 hrs & 22:30 hrs
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Alex Yellowlees - Hot Club Jazz Quartet

Modern day Scottish Grappelli on violin with virtuoso guitarists Ged Brockie, Mike Nisbet, double bassist Kenny Ellis, perform Hot Club jazz, Latin rhythms, Celtic gypsy flair!

Acoustic Music Centre @ St Bride’s (Venue 123): 1 hour 15 mins)
Aug 15, 20:00 hrs
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