The Bothy plays host to a variety of events, workshops and classes, read on to find out what's coming up...
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Exhibitions & Workshops
soundstreams young composers project
What is SoundStreams Young Composers Project?
This is an exciting and rare opportunity for young people in the North of Scotland to work with the guidance of some of Scotland’s leading musicians and professional composer David Fennesy to create your own original piece of music. You will also receive a recording of your piece.
The course takes place between Friday 28th June & Monday 1st July 2013 with an introductory workshop on Sunday 16th June. There will be an informal concert at 6pm on Monday 1st July 2013.
Timetable
- Sunday 16th June: 2 – 6pm Introductory Workshop, Institute Hall, Institute Street, Portsoy
- Friday 28th June: 2pm – 4.30pm and 5.30pm – 8pm
- Saturday 29th June: 10am – 4.30pm
- Sunday 30th June: 10am – 4.30pm
- Monday 1st July: 10am – 7pm (approx) final writing session and getting parts ready in the morning. Afternoon rehearsal and informal concert at 6pm – invite your family and friends!
Costs £40. We can provide drinks in breaks but not lunch. We can waive the fee for anyone for whom this is too expensive – you are welcome to contact us to discuss this.
The project will be led by professional composer David Fennesy and professional musicians from the Scottish Flute Trio with Joanna Nicholson, Bass Clarinettist. There will be additional support from Chandra Chapman who is a final year student from the University of Aberdeen’s music department.
To Apply: Please complete the booking form linked below, and return by Friday 31st May to:Anne Watson, Audience Development Manager, sound, c/o Woodend Barn, Banchory AB31 5QA
Places are limited to a maximum of 12 students so early booking is advised!
Find out more
Visit www.sound-scotland.co.uk/soundgeneration or contact Anne Watson anne@sound-scotland.co.uk / 01330 826 526
Notes for Schools/Teachers
We understand that some of this course falls during school time. It is our hope that schools of any students wishing to attend this course would be supportive of this and would grant the student permission to have time out of school to attend.
Summer Exhibition
Butcher, Baker, Candlestick Maker @Portsoy - Help Needed!
The Salmon Bothy is organising an exhibition of the Shops and Services in Portsoy. As this is such a broad topic, we will concentrate initially on Seafield Street. We will create a timeline of the shops and services on Seafield Street showing how these have changed over the years. The exhibition will feature mainly visual content - such as photographs, written information, adverts, newspaper articles and reminiscences.
We would like to know if anyone has information they would like to contribute. This can be posted on Facebook Salmon Bothy or Portsoy Past and Present, or emailed to Leanne Watt on leanne@salmonbothy.org.uk, or we can arrange a meeting at the Salmon Bothy or somewhere convenient.
I have started a spreadsheet on google documents that anyone can access and add to by clicking the following link. The spreadsheet shows present day shops, and the idea is to populate it with information from those who know or can remember the shops.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AiSygIl9zB9vdHdyQkFBaFZpd2F2UmNsNmxlTWJJYWc&usp=sharing
The Exhibition will last over the summer break – ‘Upstairs at the Bothy.’
Autumn Exhibition
As Part of North East Open Studios and the New Word Festival
Anne Murray and Catriona Yule - "The Line and the Circle"
From 7th September to 29th September 2013
"In 2012 Anne collaborated with North East writer Catriona Yule. Her seven evocative poems about the lives of fishwives inspired The Portsoy Weather Patterns Project residency in October 2012. Anne returns to The Salmon Bothy for a solo exhibition of wood block prints‚ ceramics‚ collections‚ tools and sketchbooks which will be accompanied by a series of themed events."
Regular Clubs and Activities
Running throughout the year, anyone is welcome to join these at any time: contact the bothy for further information.
Weekly: Mondays 10am-12pm, any level, any project bring along your own knitting or start something new. Join this informal get together, share thoughts, ideas and a blether.
PILATES with Wendy Hamill
Monday evenings. Phone Wendy for details on 01261 842898.
Second Wednesday of the Month
Suitable for the beginner to the advanced, informal get together of photo fanatics. Monthly theme, share ideas, experience, tips and techniques. more>>
Every second Thursday 7.00 - 9.00pm
Take along your own craft and do it with company. Demonstrations, tips and techniques.
Weekly: Fridays 2.00 - 4.00pm -
Painting class run by Jack Elliot
Music
Alasdair Savage - Scottish Fiddle old and new
3rd July 2013, 8pm
A fantastic evening of Scottish music performed by one of Scotland’s leading fiddlers. Alastair’s Summer tour brings him to the Salmon Bothy to play a selection of traditional melodies, mixed with his very own compositions, alongside the magical sounds of guitarist/pianist Euan Drysdale and double bassit Iain Crawford
Tickets £10/£8
Available on door. www.alasdairsavage.co.uk
Find out about the band here..
Monthly: Every third Friday 7pm-10.30pm
SING IT! SAY IT! HEAR IT! PLAY IT!
With Guest MC each month
Family friendly, All welcome.
Donations at the door (upstairs) and a Raffle
Bring your own refreshments.
Sunday July 7th
The Pacific Curls
New Zealand based trio ~ banjo, guitar/fiddle and delicious harmonies ~ "World-ribbed sounds,precise arrangements and a catalogue of songs"
Upstairs at the Salmon Bothy
Doors Open 7pm ~ £10 (£8 conc)
Friday July 19th
Folk at the Salmon Bothy
3rd Friday Club Night ~ Open Mic
Upstairs at the Salmon Bothy - Portsoy
Doors Open 7pm ~ £3
Saturday July 20th
From the USA - The Hot Seats
5 piece Red Hot Old Time/Bluegrass Band ~ "Full of virtuosity and reverent irreverence, they are a sight to behold.” - Relix Magazine
Upstairs at the Salmon Bothy
Doors Open 7pm ~ £10 (£8 conc)
Friday Aug 16th
Folk at the Salmon Bothy
3rd Friday Club Night ~ Open Mic
Upstairs at the Salmon Bothy
Doors Open 7pm ~ £3
Saturday Aug 31st
Alan Reid and Rob Van Sante ~
Ex-Battlefield Band mates on road.
Upstairs at the Salmon Bothy
Doors Open 7pm ~ £10 (£8 conc)
Friday Sept 20th
Folk at the Salmon Bothy ~
3rd Friday Club Night ~ Open Mic
Upstairs at the Salmon Bothy
Doors Open 7pm ~ £3
More info on Folk Events
Fèis Rois Trad Trail 2013 Ceilidh Performance
Sunday 28th July 2013, Upstairs at the Bothy
Tickets £8/£6 available on the door
Currently on their second year of their Creative Scotland and SNH funded Trad Trail tour, this exceptional group of Fèis Rois musicians shows Scottish traditional music at its very best.
The Fèis Rois Trad Trail is a professional development opportunity for outstanding young musicians to experience life as a touring artist. They will spend summer 2013 touring everywhere from the Western Isles to Dumfries and Galloway! With their beautifully crafted songs and driving tune sets, these young musicians promise you an entertaining performance of both traditional and contemporary folk music.
Fèis Rois is one of Scotland’s leading youth arts organisations providing opportunities for over 3,000 young people to play music and perform each year.
Festival
The Annual Scottish Traditional Boat Festival will be held on the 22nd & 23rd June 2013.
Click here for information about all the events going on over the weekend.
Family History
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