Donald WG Lindsay is one of the most distinctive and influential figures in contemporary folk, celebrated as a master piper and pioneering instrument designer. Best known as creator of the ‘Lindsay System’ chanter — extending smallpipes close to three octaves without keys — he now brings that sound into dialogue with film.
In two halves, Lindsay performs live with leading Glasgow improvisers to accompany his short films How’ve You Been? and Outwith. The first reflects on years of isolation and return from the remote island of Ascension; the second lets the pipes drift beyond place and tradition, opening a world of spontaneous sound and image. Expect an evening of deep feeling, bold craft, and the meeting of music and memory at their most human.
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Want to be the first to hear about what's happening in Glasgow? Follow us on Facebook and join the What's On Scotland Group!The January blues are set to be well and truly banished as Glasgow comes alive when Celtic Connections returns for 2026 between Thursday 15th January and Sunday 1st February!
READ MOREGlasgow Music City Tours are back with more entertaining walking tours designed especially for Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREDrygate Brewery will host this year's Celtic Connections Late Night Sessions featuring a number of talented musicians across the festival!
READ MOREThis free event is one of the most vital, and exciting traditions in the festival, providing a launchpad for the folk and roots stars of tomorrow!
READ MOREKnown for his thoughtful and captivating songwriting with a blend of R&B, soul and alt-country, don't miss Joe H Henry live at The Glad Cafe as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MORECelebrating the release of their second album araon, Scottish Gaelic folk band Sian will perform at Barony Hall with an extended line-up of musicians featured on the record!
READ MOREThis rare hometown performance at Celtic Connections is a chance to see Rachel Hair and Ron Jappy in action as recent tours have seen them venture across the USA, Japan, Australia and New Zealand.
READ MOREOur Mother Tongue showcases an exciting line-up of artists who are proudly honouring their linguistic heritage while boldly pushing creative boundaries!
READ MOREEnjoy a stunning showcase of one of the UK's most celebrated singer-songwriters Katherine Priddy at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MORELegendary Irish musician Sharon Shannon, known for her dynamic stage presence and virtuosic talent, comes to Celtic Connections 2026 for a show at the Old Fruitmarket on Thursday 22nd January!
READ MOREDeiseil: Dancing in Time is a powerful exploration of how stepdance, Scotland’s percussive dance, was lost… and how its revival became woven into a lifelong friendship.
READ MORERed Sky July have announced they'll bring their upcoming tour to The Garage Glasgow on Thursday 22nd January as part of Celtic Connections!
READ MOREDon't miss a joyful and masterfully performed celebration of Francophone culture from award-winning group É.T.É at The Mackintosh Church as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MORETrailblazing Canadian folk-pop trio The East Pointers return to Glasgow for a headline show at Oran Mor on Thursday 22nd January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREJohn R. Miller and Kelsey Waldon will craft raw, soulful Americana journeys when they perform at Cottiers Theatre as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREExperience an evening of deeply poetic songwriting and evolving folk music with Glasgow's own Michael McGovern, celebrating a rich new chapter in his sound!
READ MOREBaiuca brings Galician rhythms with the soulful, contemporary sounds of avant-garde electronica, to Glasgow's Saint Luke's as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREFollowing their euphoric Barrowlands debut in 2025, Mec Lir return to Celtic Connections to raise the roof once more - as only they can!
READ MOREIsla Ratcliff is a unique and compelling voice in the folk world, don't miss her live at The Barony Hall on Friday 23rd January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MORECeltic music trailblazers Capercaillie bring their unique blend of Gaelic roots and contemporary sounds to Celtic Connections for a special anniversary performance!
READ MOREExperience the Scottish debut of The Johnny Quinn Macs, a spectacular trio forged from the very heart of the contemporary Irish traditional music scene!
READ MORESiobhan Miller returns to Celtic Connections for her biggest headline show to date, a one-night celebration in the iconic Old Fruitmarket marking the release of her first live album!
READ MORELegendary Scottish singer-songwriter Horse returns to Glasgow's iconic Barrowland Ballroom for a once-in-a-lifetime performance with the world-renowned Scottish Chamber Orchestra!
READ MOREIn this very special performance with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, The Ayoub Sisters celebrate their ten-year anniversary with a whirlwind evening of folklore and adventure.
READ MOREThis special Celtic Connections collaboration unites virtuosic American mandolinist Jacob Jolliff with the eclectic folk duo Rain of Animals, the perfect antidote to the January blues!
READ MOREExperience an intimate evening featuring three of Scotland's finest rising singer-songwriters for a special collaborative show that blends rich folk traditions with contemporary indie sensibilities.
READ MORESinger-songwriter Dylan LeBlanc wanders in from the cold for his first appearance at Celtic Connections at Cottiers Theatre on Friday 23rd January!
READ MOREExperience a new, magical homage to Seeger and Springsteen's work in the cosy confines of Glasgow Saint Luke's on Friday 23rd January!
READ MOREDon't miss an evening celebrating contemporary Gaelic songwriting with stars of Gaelic singing and contemporary songwriting at the Citizens Theatre as part of Celtic Connections 2026.
READ MOREGrab your tickets and swap frosty streets for funky beats with this deep dive into the soul of Senegal!
READ MOREEnjoy a rich blend of music interspersed with songs, many from their family repertoire, when The Friel Sisters play The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREDonald Grant (fiddle) and Fergus McCreadie (piano) return to Celtic Connections, performing as a duo at the festival for the first time!
READ MORETry out Québécois ceilidh dancing at this special event in the Old Fruitmarket as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREThe raucous Québec quintet Le Vent du Nord returns to Celtic Connections for a foot-stomping live performance at the Old Fruitmarket!
READ MOREThe Conundrum brings together leading exponents of the world’s great piping traditions in a unique celebration of shared heritage and musical innovation.
READ MOREGet ready for an electrifying night of contemporary folk music as the Tom Campbell Trio joins forces with duo Rakish!
READ MOREA truly unique and unmissable night of instrumental genius is in store when Firelight Trio and Lauren MacColl play The Barony Hall as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREVärttinä have made a magnificent comeback with their new chart-topping album, Kyly. Don't miss them live in Glasgow at Oran Mor on Saturday 24th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREJoin Laura Jane Wilkie & Ian Carr with Macalla and Woodlands Bäckafall for a cross-cultural music collaboration from Scotland, Sweden, Ireland and Iraq!
READ MORETake a deep dive into the modern world of spirits and live music with the Scottish National Whisky Festival at SWG3 Glasgow - the definitive whisky and cultural experience!
READ MOREAmythyst Kiah makes a welcome return to Celtic Connections after announcing herself as part of Transatlantic Sessions in 2023.
READ MOREFormidable Orcadian eight-piece The Chair celebrate their 20th anniversary with a turbocharged mash-up of folk, blues, rock, dub, klezmer and more at The Barrowlands as part of Celtic Connections!
READ MOREOne of the most respected voices of their genre, Indie Trad band Dlù will headline Glasgow's Saint Luke's on Saturday 24th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREIrish musician and composer Neil Ó Lochlainn (flute/double bass) leads the innovative chamber ensemble Cuar when they play The Glad Cafe as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MORERenowned American cellist Natalie Haas brings her trademark blend of virtuosity and warmth to this special Celtic Connections showcase at The Barony Hall on Sunday 25th January!
READ MORECeltic Connections 2026 welcomes the return of soulful Southern rock group St. Paul & The Broken Bones to The Old Fruitmarket on Sunday 25th January!
READ MOREBlending storytelling, animation and movement with music composed with David Gray and Mairi Campbell this five-star show brings Scotland's most famous song to life.
READ MOREFollowing last year's sell-out success of Icons Volume 1, Roaming Roots Revue returns to Celtic Connections for Icons Volume 2!
READ MOREHailing from Partick in the west of Glasgow, Roo Geddes was raised in a deeply musical family and plays on his great-great-grandfather's violin.
READ MOREThis year's Celtic Odyssée continues its musical journey from south to north led by Scottish musician and composer Calum Stewart as artistic director.
READ MOREAs a live act, Westward the Light have entertained and enthralled audiences in venues large and small, don't miss them at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREPàdruig Morrison, an acclaimed accordionist and composer from Grimsay in the Outer Hebrides, presents his unique project, Buin.
READ MOREJoin us in the beautiful, atmospheric setting of Cottiers Theatre for a performance by Kim Richey, one of Americana and Country music's most revered singer-songwriters.
READ MORESam Shackleton will be performing songs from his newly released album Scottish Cowboy Ballads & Early American Folk Songs.
READ MOREJames Hunter is a must-see artist who effortlessly draws from the depths of his musical well, leaving audiences captivated and craving more!
READ MORELuka Bloom, born Kevin Barry Moore, is a trailblazing Irish singer-songwriter known for blending folk tradition with bold reinvention.
READ MORECelebrating the release of their eleventh studio album in January 2026, the Blazers return to Celtic Connections to make their debut in the stunning Citizens Theatre!
READ MORECeltic Fandango is an extraordinary collaboration between many of the best musicians from Scotland and Mexico, resulting in a vibrant blend of tradition and innovation.
READ MOREAberdeenshire singer and producer Fiona Soe Paing's album Sand, Silt, Flint is brought to life in a hypnotic audiovisual show at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall for Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MORE2026 sees the Nimbus Sextet's first appearance at Celtic Connections, performing tracks from their brilliant new album, FATE!
READ MOREAmerican musician, singer, and songwriter Ashley Campbell has assembled an all-star band to take her third studio album, Goodnight Nashville, out for a winter walk at Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREBelfast-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Dani Larkin launches her highly anticipated sophomore record, Next Of Kin at Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREFollowing the success of their sold-out Australian tour, Melbourne indie-folk rockers Pierce Brothers are returning the UK in 2026, don't miss them live at Glasgow's Saint Luke's on January 27th!
READ MOREHaving last performed at the festival in 2024, The Fridays, the flagship band from musicALL, return to Celtic Connections with a new show!
READ MOREGlasgow's own Alice Faye brings her spellbinding blend of drama, melody, and storytelling to the newly reopened Citizens Theatre with a special preview of her forthcoming album, Vaude Villian.
READ MOREEnjoy a triple-bill celebration of contemporary Celtic music's past, present, and future from RURA with Ímar and Staran at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!
READ MORE15 years in the plotting, Carr/Mackintosh/Plumb, known for their gleeful boundary pushing and exploration with traditional musics are finally working on new music together!
READ MOREArt meets journalism in this unique concert from Ukrainian-Canadian musicians, Daughters of Donbas!
READ MOREDelusions is a striking collaboration between poet Len Pennie and composer Paul Leonard-Morgan - two of the most creative voices in contemporary Scottish arts.
READ MOREThe Traveling Janes are an electrifying, all-female international collective breathing fierce new life into the joyous, hard-swinging music of early 20th-century jazz and blues pioneers!
READ MOREExpect a journey that is at once intimate and fantastical, showcasing a unique artist who toes the fine line between dreams and reality!
READ MOREJoin renowned fiddle player, composer, and producer John McCusker for an intimate live recording of his new podcast The Fiddle Line, in conversation with the legendary Aly Bain.
READ MOREJoin Celtic Connections for a spectacular evening as The Unthanks celebrate a monumental 20 years as a band, in collaboration with the world-class Royal Northern Sinfonia!
READ MOREInternationally acclaimed singer, musician, and composer Maggie MacInnes performs original arrangements of songs from a previously unreleased private archive recorded by her mother, Flora MacNeil.
READ MOREPrepare for a spectacular night of genre-bending music as Shooglenifty, the iconic pioneers of 'Acid Croft', return to the magnificent Old Fruitmarket!
READ MOREDon't miss alternative Folk mainstay Junior Brother live at Cottiers on Thursday 29th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREStep in from the cold and feel the warmth of real-deal, hard-hitting, old-time American string band music from Foghorn Stringband!
READ MOREWith a repertoire rooted in the Irish tradition, The Southside Fiddlers delight audiences with their uplifting, energetic performances that prove the tradition is in safe hands.
READ MOREPianist Marco Cafolla and saxophonist Konrad Wiszniewski swing into Saint Luke's for their maiden Celtic Connections appearance!
READ MOREThe pioneering female and non-binary-led Hen Hoose Collective is back to launche its new album, The Twelve, at Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREDanú stands as one of the most dynamic and acclaimed traditional Irish ensembles in the world, don't miss them live at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREOne of the country's finest fiddle players of his generation, Alasdair White brings his considerable talents back to Celtic Connections!
READ MOREScottish multi-instrumentalist David Allison (renowned for The Island Tapes and live scores at film festivals) returns with his most immersive show yet!
READ MOREThis show brings together the ultimate Scots troubadour, Jim Malcolm, and the explosive young trio, The Canny Band.
READ MOREINYAL will perform Fathoms in its entirety at Celtic Connections, accompanied by some of Scotland's most renowned traditional musicians!
READ MOREExpect an explosive, hugely energetic show featuring fan favourites, when Torridon play Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 30th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREIsle of Skye's Siiga will take you on a dreamy, intimate journey through the compelling stories of songwriter Richard Macintyre's soaring multi-layered sonic dreamworlds.
READ MORESet against the magnificent stained glass and soaring architecture of The Mackintosh Church, this concert promises to be a performance that is both intimate and transcendent.
READ MORECatch Tom McGuire & The Brassholes, a colourful, hilarious bunch of wonderfully talented, animated young men, when they return to The Barrowlands on Friday 30th January!
READ MOREPrepare for a truly electrifying spiritual experience as the mighty Annie and the Caldwells bring their powerful sound from West Point, Mississippi, to Glasgow!
READ MOREHaving performed at some of the world's premier folk, Celtic and roots festivals, Rum Ragged bring their signature blend of Newfoundland folk, song, and storytelling to Celtic Connections!
READ MOREExperience this exhilarating new voice as she pushes the boundaries of contemporary folk, delivering the warm connection Celtic Connections is all about.
READ MOREIndia Alba are a collaboration between two Indian and two Scottish musicians whose combination of Indian classical and Scottish traditional backgrounds have created a unique and interesting sound.
READ MOREJoin Celtic Connections for this special launch event and be among the first to experience this powerful, boundary-pushing concert.
READ MOREThis extraordinary collaboration is a journey into Global Acoustic Fusion, blending virtuosic jazz improvisation with World-Folk rhythms.
READ MOREEadarainn a' Chruit: Between Us the Harp is the show of the second album from Scottish harper Karen Marshalsay.
READ MOREExpect infectious passion and distinctive flair from Ross Miller, a World Champion bagpiper in his own right, and his talent-stacked band at Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREGet ready for an unforgettable, celebratory night as the legendary Friends Again take to the spectacular stage of the Old Fruitmarket for Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREGet ready for an explosive evening of 'straight in the eye Highland music' as the multi-award-winning Gaelic supergroup DÀIMH take the stage in a very special Big Band formation!
READ MOREStep in from the cold and feel the love for Davy Steele, a singer whose light hasn't dimmed 25 years since his untimely passing.
READ MORETwo multi-award-winning singers, one unmissable evening of song... don't miss Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh with Kim Carnie live at City Halls as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREOver The Moon is an award-winning roots/swing duo from the foothills of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, featuring the musical and married partnership of Suzanne Levesque and Craig Bignell.
READ MOREFrom the critically acclaimed songwriting partnership of Rachel Walker and Marcas Mac an Tuairneir comes Depositions — a stunning new suite of songs inspired by, the poetry of Anton Floyd!
READ MOREThis event brings together formidable talents for an evening of exquisite musicianship in The Mackintosh Church.
READ MORESupported by the Homeland Band, Seckou Keita offers an exhilarating, passionate, and unforgettable journey into the heart of African rhythm and melody.
READ MOREThis January, Samson Sounds return to Glasgow with their unique blend of contemporary global sounds and high-energy performance!
READ MORELegendary Canadian bluegrass/folk singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist J.P. Cormier sweeps into Celtic Connections in trademark fashion for this evening at Cottiers on Saturday 31st January!
READ MOREFour finalist line-ups, selected from an open submission process, perform for a panel of expert judges when Battle of the Folk Bands returns to Celtic Connections for another deciding bout!
READ MOREMulti-instrumentalist Ciaran Ryan marks a new chapter in his career with the launch of his third solo album Kick Up the Dust, showcasing his most personal and introspective work to date.
READ MOREA recipient of ASCAP and NSAI’s ‘Songwriter of the Year’ awards, Darrell Scott brings his vast experience and deeply reflective voice to Celtic Connections!
READ MORECo-hosted by Australian songwriter Sarah Irvine in partnership with The New Mothers' Writing Circle, enjoy an afternoon of live music and readings inspired by motherhood.
READ MOREThree-time Grammy Award winner Lucinda Williams will perform live at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Sunday 1st February as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREIn this New Voices commission for Celtic Connections, Amy Laurenson performs a deeply personal and evocative work, inspired by the rugged landscape of Shetland.
READ MOREYann Tiersen brings his profoundly unique vision to Celtic Connections, following a series of low-impact, anti-capitalist tours that have redefined live music!
READ MOREEnjoy a night of Americana, folk, blues and classic rock and roll when After The Last Waltz return to Glasgow's King Tut's on Sunday 1st February!
READ MOREJeffrey Martin is a critically acclaimed American singer-songwriter and folk artist from Portland, Oregon. Don't miss him live at the Tron Theatre as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREJazz trumpeter Colin Steele presents STRAMASH, an exhilarating show born from his deep love of Scottish traditional music filtered through a contemporary jazz lens.
READ MOREAnda Union's performance in the beautiful setting of the Mackintosh Church promises to be a truly transportive and unforgettable experience.
READ MOREPrepare for a dose of heavenly harmonies and brutally honest lyricism with Trousdale, the Los Angeles trio comprised of three songwriters who are redefining modern folk-pop.
READ MOREEqually at home as accompanist or melody player, Anna Massie is one of the trad world's foremost guitarists. Don't miss her live at Drygate as part of Celtic Connections 2026!
READ MOREHayden Calnin has announced three UK shows as part of his upcoming 2026 tour which will see him play The Glad Cafe on Friday 6th February!
READ MORELow Rent at The Glad Cafe is an event exploring our relationship with both land reclamation and land itself.
READ MORESusanna Orr Holland and friends will perform live at The Glad Cafe on Thursday 12th February in support of her new second album, Return of the Swallows!
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Looking for the perfect way to introduce your child to music? Amplify's fun and engaging ukulele classes are designed just for 5 to 8-year-olds—the perfect stepping stone into music education!
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Always wanted to play an instrument? Now's your chance! Join Amplify Music Academy for their relaxed, one-hour daytime group lessons for adults!
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This special concert series at The Burrell Collection features eight unique performances showcasing 25 outstanding young musicians from The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland!
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Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Simon and Garfunkel at the Trades Hall.
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Discover the music of Oasis in Glasgow's Trades Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight at this live, multi-sensory musical experience!
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Itchycoo Park are excited to announce a three set performance with a full set dedicated to one of the most influential bands of all time - The Beatles!
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Get your tickets now and discover the music of Green Day at Merchants House of Glasgow under the gentle glow of candlelight!
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James Frew is Simply Rod Stewart... performing all the hits in immaculate fashion and in the inimitable style of the man himself!
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Discover the music of Taylor Swift at Glasgow's Trades Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight at this live, multi-sensory musical experience!
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