Opening artist at Edinburgh Tradfest 22 announced

DuncanChisholm

We are beyond excited to announce that highland fiddle legend Duncan Chisholm will be headlining our opening concert for Edinburgh Tradfest. He stole our hearts at the Old College Quad last August with glorious soundscapes that speak of his deep connection with the Scottish highlands. This is music that is uniquely transformative and exquisitely delivered.

‘I am delighted to be performing the opening night of Edinburgh’s Tradfest 2022, said Duncan Chisholm today. “This festival for me represents everything that is positive about traditional music and art. The sense of community and the sheer joy of performing live music right in the heart of our beautiful capital city is what I’m looking forward to.”

This opening concert will be promoted in collaboration with the Usher Hall team and sees us use Edinburgh’s iconic Assembly Rooms as venue for the first time. “The Music Hall in Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms will provide an incredible atmosphere for this concert, it is indeed a very special place to play our music,” said Duncan.

Beth Malcolm

We are also very happy to introduce a very special guest, Edinburgh’s own Beth Malcolm who will open the show.