Barluath

Barluath (pronounced Bar-lhu-ah) are a diverse and innovative Glasgow-based Scottish folk band, who embrace both the traditional and contemporary music of Scotland, Ireland and America. The band consists of six young musicians who are past and present students of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and has a varied line-up comprising Scots and Gaelic song, fiddle, whistles, guitar, highland and border bagpipes, bouzouki, harmonium and keyboards.

Barluath have continued to grow since forming in early 2010 and have delighted many audiences, including at Celtic Connections, Linlithgow Folk Festival and PipingLive! In November 2011, the band were invited to Washington DC as part of the Scottish Government’s St. Andrews Day celebrations in the USA, culminating in performances at The National Museum of Women in the Arts and the British Embassy. Barluath were also winners of a prestigious ‘Danny Kyle Open Stage’ award at Celtic Connections 2012 and followed this up at both the 2013 and 2014 festivals.The band released their debut album ‘Source’ on the Nimbus Alliance record label in September 2012 to widespread critical acclaim, and was produced by legendary Scottish musician Phil Cunningham. A second album is in the pipeline as well as more upcoming gigs across Europe and Scandinavia.

“One of life’s great pleasures is witnessing the creation of something new. So it has been with Barluath. I’ve had the pleasure of watching these talented players coming together in a band and sharing their individual fortes to create this unique ensemble. They breathe new life into old songs and tunes and bring new compositions to the table with great flair and passion” Phil Cunningham Aug 2012