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On Saturday 16th June, Skye band Niteworks take to the stage at the Ramsay Hall in Port Ellen as a fundrasier for the Islay Sessions.  They are certain to liven up the weekend with their fusion of pipes, whistles, gaelic … Continue reading →

After a superb first festival in November 2011, Islay Sessions are gearing up for another exciting year showcasing Scotland’s finest new traditional music. This year’s annual weekend festival will be held from Friday 16th to Sunday 18th November 2012. We … Continue reading →

What an amazing start to the Islay Sessions.  Live music sessions, inspiring workshops, a sensational concert and a great ceilidh were the highlights of the weekend but it was the enthusiasm of the audiences and participants that have ensured that … Continue reading →

Less than two weeks to go before the first ever Islay Sessions starts.  The programme has now been finalised.  Details as follows:

The Islay Sessions – a new mini festival featuring live music, workshops, sessions and a grand concert ceilidh, has just been announced to take place on Islay on the 11th, 12th and 13th of November 2011. The festival, featuring a … Continue reading →

Workshops The Islay Sessions is delighted to announce that the musicians involved in the sessions, concert and ceilidh will be running traditional music workshops as part of the event.  The workshops will take place on Saturday 12th November from 10am … Continue reading →