Traditional Scottish music to be performed for young children at Music at Paxton
Hattie Fisk
Monday, May 16, 2022
Two Live Music Now Scotland musicians will perform a selection of traditional Scottish tunes for children aged 3–7 at Music at Paxton in July.
International chamber music festival Music at Paxton has scheduled a performance of Traditional Tunes for Tiny People, featuring Live Music Now Scotland artists Ruaridh Geddes (fiddle) and Neil Sutcliffe (accordion).
The performance is designed for young children aged 3 to 7, and will introduce them to traditional Scottish songs.
Traditional Tunes for Tiny People will take place on 36 July at Paxton House on the Eastern Scottish border.
The festival will feature performances of folk and contemporary music, poetry, roundtable discussions and masterclasses.
Angus Smith, artistic director, said: ‘We have wonderful performers coming to the festival this year, many of whom are old friends, but with others who are visiting for the first time.
‘More than ever, we are committed to giving a platform to brilliant young musicians in the early stages of their professional careers, and to providing lots of family friendly events, so that all generations have a chance to enjoy a great range of fabulous music together under one roof.’
Ruaridh Geddes (fiddle) and Neil Sutcliffe (accordion)
Roderick Williams will host a masterclass on 23 July at Music at Paxton, where he and Susie Allan will share tips with young professional singers on interpretation and presentation.
Young musicians will also perform throughout the festival, including Ellie McLaren on the fiddle and Ciar Milne on small pipes. Find the full programme of events online.
Traditional Tunes for Tiny People will be performed on Tuesday 26 July at 11.30pm, 2pm and 4pm in the Marquee. Children must be accompanied by an adult (max 3 children per adult). Tickets £6 per child. (Single sibling rate £3, accompanying adults free entry).
