In 18th century Scotland, the boundaries between "art" music and the "people’s" music were less distinct than today. The same musicians who performed for the lords and ladies in their castles also played in the townhalls for dances. Ferintosh’s unique musical focus transcends modern distinctions between "classical" and "folk" music. Their dynamic arrangements unleash both the subtle beauty and primal energy of this historic music. Their sound has been described as "chamber folk" because it combines the soulfulness and energy of traditional Scottish music with the precision and nuance of Baroque music.

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Kim Robertson:

Kim Robertson is a renowned performer and instructor who has stretched the boundaries of the harp for a new generation of performers and audiences. As a pioneer in the N. American folk harp movement, she combines an improvisational spirit with a passionate sense of tradition, bringing a contemporary touch to a centuries' old instrument. Born in Wisconsin, she is classically trained on piano and orchestral harp. In the mid-70’s, Kim’s discovery of the Celtic harp grew into a profound love for the instrument, setting her upon the path of exploration for which she is now widely known. She tours throughout the USA, Canada and Europe, and is recognized as one of the most popular lever harpists performing today. Her work encompasses over 20 album projects, 11 volumes of published harp arrangements, three instructional videos and an international itinerary of workshops and retreats. Her latest releases are "Dance to Your Shadow" (Narada) and "Searching for Lambs" (Gourd).

Abby Newton:

Abby Newton is best known for her groundbreaking work in the revival of the cello in American and Scottish traditional music. She has been a producer and performer on over a hundred recordings of folk artists including 17 CDs with Scottish singer, Jean Redpath. Fiona Ritchie, of the nationally syndicated NPR show "Thistle and Shamrock", did a feature program on Abby and her influence on the Folk cello movement. Abby's solo CDs "Crossing to Scotland" (1997) and "Castles, Kirks, and Caves" (2001), have earned her critical acclaim both in the U.S. and abroad. Widely respected as an instructor and performer, she has conducted numerous workshops on folk cello technique in both the USA and Scotland, and has published two Celtic collections for cello. Throughout her career Abby has been active in both traditional and classical music, including performing with the prestigious ensembles Amor Artis Orchestra, the American Symphony and the Cacelian Chamber Ensemble.