The Iain Thomson Band
Celtic, Scottish and Contemporary Music
Iain Thomson is known as the singing shepherd and is Scottish folk singing at its best! The Iain Thomson Band is a trio that plays a mix of traditional and modern songs, plus many originals written by Iain himself. The trio includes Iain plus Gregor Lowry, a superb Scottish accordionist and Marc Duff, a brilliant multi-instrumentalist and features flute, whistles, bouzouki and bodhran. Gregor Lowry has played with many bands including Ceilidh Minogue and Jazzamataz, and Marc is a very gifted musician and formerly of the legendary Capercaillie.
Iain's songs epitomise contemporary rural Scotland with great beauty, depth and power. His rich and clear voice lifts the spirits and transports you to Scotland's many wonderful places. The trio is a fun and lively band that will make any ceilidh evening one to remember.
instruments:
piano, accordion, guitar, whistles, bodhran, bouzouki
guide to fees:
from £525
based:
Argyll
will travel:
worldwide
Quick Guide:
- Iain's fine emotive singing and songwriting
- The near magical musical skills of Gregor Lowrey (accordion) and Marc Duff (whistles and bodhran) with Iain on guitar and piano
- Professional ceilidh music and calling for the dances
- A wide range of traditional music, including popular dances
Who's in the Iain Thomson Band?:
Iain Thomson, Gregor Lowrey and Marc Duff
What instruments do they play?:
Piano, accordion, guitar, whistles, bodhran and bouzouki
Where are they based:
Argyll
Where will they travel to:
Worldwide!
Guide to fees: from £525 for trio
Options: Up to 5 piece band. Add in fiddle (John Lightbody) and double bass (Gordon Mclean).
words from Iain:
"As I pursued my dream of being a shepherd I met shepherds, farmers and gamekeepers of old. Men who played and sung of the land they worked. I still live that life and believe that it is dying out. My song writing and music and the inspiration for it come from the land I work and the people I meet. My music is part of me and my lifestyle."
For more information or to discuss your booking for the Iain Thomson Band please contact The Musicians Network on 0845 337 0588 (local rates) or 01631 730469 or email: info@musenexus.co.uk
