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We have our customary Burns Night event. As we are a folk music club we do not have all the pagentry but we do have lots of singing and recitations primarily of Burns material. Included in the ticket price we have haggis neeps and tatties (please let us know before the event if you are vegetarian. There will be an address to the haggis from Ronald Sandford. Our usual piper, George Turnbull, cannot be with us but we have an excellent substitute in Lily Munro. Read more about Lily by pressing "More".

This is always a fun night so not to be missed. Please use the side entrance to the Community Hall.

"Top drawer stuff. Really, first class!"
Frank Hennessy, Celtic Heartbeat, BBC Radio Wales

“Rich songwriting craft” ****
Shindig! Magazine

"The epithet ‘debut album’ belies the depth of skill and experience hidden behind the members of the band. There’s clearly much more to come from Paper Sparrows."
RNR Magazine

“Highly recommended!”
Celtic Connections

Award-winning singer/songwriter Kirsten Adamson (daughter of rock legend Stuart Adamson (Big Country, Skids)) summons the same heart-stopping purity as Sandy Denny, by way of Emmylou Harris and Kate Bush, with an engaging mix of heartland Americana folk rock.

These Singers' Nights are funny old things. They are unpredictable as we don't know who, or how many, will come along and play, or just listen for that matter. We are seldom disappointed by the high quality of the performers, number and variety. Sometimes we can be a bit short on listeners - odd 'cos what's not to like for £2 (to cover the hall cost). Not bookable in advance. If you don't like a performer then another one will be along in ten minutes!! Surely nobody has a better plan for 26th March so why not come along. We use the small hall at the Community Hall (obviously it should be Halls). The entrance is at the side. BYOB. Disabled access. Good fun. Maybe our new heavy metal house band will turn up (picture to left)..

**** The Guardian **** The Independant **** The Telegraph

**** Q Magazine **** OK! Magazine ***** Maverick

“Simply vocal heaven” The Sunday Times

“A voice that’s both awestruck and tender” The New York Times

These Singers' Nights are funny old things. They are unpredictable as we don't know who, or how many, will come along and play, or just listen for that matter. We are seldom disappointed by the high quality of the performers, number and variety. Sometimes we can be a bit short on listeners - odd 'cos what's not to like for £2 (to cover the hall cost). Not bookable in advance. If you don't like a performer then another one will be along in ten minutes!! Surely nobody has a better plan for 23rd April, so why not come along. We use the small hall at the Community Hall (obviously it should be Halls). The entrance is at the side. BYOB. Disabled access. Good fun. Maybe our new heavy metal house band will turn up (picture to left)..

Scottish Folk-inspired Singer/Songwriter and keys player

Scots Singer of the Year 2022, 2024, Scottish Traditional Music Awards

★★★★★ The Scotsman

‘Beth is one of the most inventive new artists brought up on the Scottish folk

scene.’

Donald Shaw, Creative director of Celtic Connections, The Herald

Scots Singer of the Year 2022 and 2024, Beth Malcolm has been surrounded by Scottish folk music from a very young age. Beth was only four years old when she first took to the stage at Kirriemuir Folk Festival to screch out ‘Ally Bally Bee’, and she has been performing ever since. A songwriter, piano player and singer of stories, Beth has established herself as one of Scotland’s most sought-after young artists. Beth was still early in her career when she became an award-winning songwriter:  winning Edinburgh Folk Club’s yearly songwriting competition with her song ‘Choose My Company’ in her teens. 

Together, The John McCusker Trio brings a thrilling combination of instrumental brilliance, heartfelt songs, and unforgettable live energy. Their performances … a rich tapestry of original compositions, traditional melodies, and contemporary folk songs .. captivate audiences with warmth, humour, and sheer musical class. Whether on festival stages or in intimate venues, this trio delivers a rare experience: deeply rooted in tradition, yet bursting with innovation, joy and soul.

Acclaimed Northern Ireland songwriter Anthony Toner has spent the last ten years developing a growing following in Scotland, thanks to a string of shows as special guest of folk legend Barbara Dickson, and a series of acclaimed folk club tours in his own right. A huge success on both his solo visit to Crail and as a support to Barbara. We are pleased to welcome him back.