Celtic Connections
In The Tradition
- Tickets
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£13.82, £19.42, £25.02*
- Dates and times
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Wednesday 22nd Jan 2025
7:30PM
- Age
- Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
In the Tradition brings together a powerful line up of artists for Celtic Connections 2025, each breathing new life into traditional music.
The Madeleine Stewart Trio, featuring fiddle, piano, and bodhran, delivers spirited tunes that bridge Madeleine’s New Hampshire upbringing with her adopted Glasgow. Alongside, Mairi McGillivray, a Gaelic singer from Islay, brings the heart of Scottish island culture, backed by fiddler Isla Callister and guitarist Sean Gray. Their harmonies celebrate the beauty and power of Gaelic song.
Fiddle-accordion duo Roo & Neil fuse classical, jazz, and Scottish folk in soulful pieces inspired by nature and community, while Ross Couper and Tom Oakes captivate with fiddle and guitar-driven melodies that are simple yet exhilarating. Rounding out the concert, LÉDA combines Irish and Shetland influences in a mesmerizing harp, fiddle, and piano duo, blending new compositions with a fresh twist on folk.
Also joining "In the Tradition" are several more exceptional acts. The Alana MacInnes Trio showcases Gaelic, Scots, and English songs inspired by the Highlands and Islands, weaving Alana’s powerful piping with dynamic accompaniment from her band Beira. Vocalist Ellie Beaton, known for her love of North-East Scotland’s Bothy Ballads, joins with guitarist Luc McNally, whose warm and expressive style brings life to their traditional repertoire. Finally, celebrated musicians Eryn Rae and Michael Biggins add their award-winning fiddle and piano skills, blending Scottish, Irish, and Scandinavian influences with infectious energy. This expanded line up deepens the celebration of tradition and creativity.
Together, these artists paint a vivid musical tapestry, showcasing the best of Scotland’s traditional music talent, with musical director Anna Massie and house band.
* A restoration fund charge may apply to this venue. Click here to find out more about this.
Booking Information
*A 12% booking fee and £1.50 restoration fund are included in the ticket price, as advertised. At check-out this fee will be shown separately for receipt purposes and to ensure the face value of your ticket is correct. Prices are subject to change. Prices may vary on the night of a show. Transactions fees may vary depending on event.
Dispatch Charges
E-tickets - Free of charge
Fulfilment Fee - £1.95
Transaction Charges apply as follows
- Online up to £1.50
- Phone up to £1.75
- Counter/ In Person: Free
Tickets Booking Line:
0141 353 8000.
Lines open Monday-Saturday 09:00-17:00 (excluding Bank Holidays). Please check opening hours over any Bank Holiday period.
To view the full Ticket Purchase Policy please click here
Restoration fund
From 1 September 2024, for any new events going on sale at our Concert Halls venues (Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, City Halls and Old Fruitmarket and Kelvingrove Bandstand), a new Restoration Fund of £1.50 per ticket may be added at checkout. To view the full Restoration Fund T&Cs please click here
Accessible toilets
There are several accessible toilets in this venue. For more information on the location and features of these toilets, please use the AccessAble guide.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome at the venue, but please be aware that noise levels can be high during some events. At the time of booking please let our Box Office Team know if an assistance dog will be accompanying you to the venue, or email the Venue Team at GRCHVM@glasgowlife.org.uk
Hearing loop
The stalls of the Main Hall and New Hall are equipped with induction loop systems, but operation is dependent on each individual event or performance, so provision can vary. Headsets can be supplied during your visit. For more information about the availability of induction loop systems at the venue please email our Venue Team: GRCHVM@glasgowlife.org.uk
Wheelchair access
Wheelchair access is from the Killermont Street entrance (North Entrance) only. From this entrance, there is Lift access to all levels.
Each performance space has designated seating for wheelchairs and a companion is welcome to sit with you. Please contact our box office team for more information at box_office_enquiries@glasgowlife.org.uk
Wheelchairs are available on request. For use of a venue wheelchair, please email our Venue Team at GRCHVM@glasgowlife.org.uk
Emergency Evacuation
If you have accessible requirements and wish to discuss a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) please contact the venue management team: GRCHVM@glasgowlife.org.uk
Baby changing
There are baby changing facilities in the café toilets and exhibition corridor toilets (next to the Box Office)
Baby feeding
Breastfeeding is welcome at the venue.
Cafe or restaurant
Full table service is not available, food or drinks are ordered from the service counter. However, food and drinks can be brought to the table.
There is not a lowered section at the counter.
No tables are permanently fixed. No chairs are permanently fixed. Some chairs have armrests.
Drinking straws are available.
Menus are hand held and wall mounted. Menus are not available in Braille. Menus are not available in large print. Picture menus are not available.
Café Opening hours are 10am-4pm Monday to Saturday. The café also will be open for events to ticketholders only. For more information contact our Venue Team at GRCHVM@glasgowlife.org.uk
Parking
There is no on-site parking but there are nearby car parks:
Concert Square Car Park - visit their website
Buchanan Galleries Car Park - visit their website
Please note Buchanan Galleries close at 9pm.
Meter Street parking is also available. Read parking information on Glasgow City Council's website
Photography and video recording
At times, Glasgow Life will be on the premises to film and take photos.
The public are only permitted to record and take photos where explicit permission has been granted in advance.
Free wifi
Yes, there is free public Wifi access. To connect, visitors have to register with the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Public Wifi which should pop up on their browser. After that visitors will only need their password for future uses.
Location Map
With many different rooms and breakout areas available, the complex can accommodate meetings and conferences from 12 - 2000 delegates. Visit the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall's venue hire web page to find out more.
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