Eddi Reader, Dougie MacLean and Blazin’ Fiddles are the latest acts to join the vibrant lineup for Concert for Ukraine at Perth Concert Hall this month. With over £15,000 already raised and tickets selling fast, this is a great event for an even greater cause.
The concert is set to take place on April 20th, and tickets are selling fast with an expectation of selling out – so be sure to grab yours before they are gone.
There is a wide variety of talent taking to the stage in this event, from local acts to top names, showcasing trad music, poetry and Ukrainian song.
Makar Kathleen Jamie will be giving one of the very first public readings of a collective poem ‘Our Walking Breath – a Poem-Letter from Scotland to Ukraine’. This piece has been written from single-line submissions from the public, creating a thoughtful and touching poem.
Eddi Reader, the much adored Scottish singer-songwriter, will be gracing the stage at Concert for Ukraine. Currently on the road with her 40 Years Live tour, the folk favourite is still stealing hearts with her sweet serenades.
You can find Eddi Reader’s latest music and news here.
Local legends Mad Ferret are also on the bill, ready to share their contemporary-folk and traditional sounds in honour of this significant cause. Mad Ferret is made up of friendly and familiar faces Sandy Stirton and Chris Woods – both staples in the local music scene. The pair also own Perth’s favourite pub and venue, The Twa Tams.
The duo has said: “We’re honoured to be part of this Concert for Ukraine in our hometown Perth, and maybe we can help right some wrongs with music! A who’s who of Scotland’s finest traditional musicians and poets will come together with Ukrainian artists in Concert for Ukraine.”
Read more about what the lads have to say about the event here.
Tickets are going fast, with over £15,000 raised for the event already, which will be donated to the Disaster Emergency Committee (DEC) and Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal.
Perthshire-based poet Jim Mackintosh has organised this charitable event alongside Horsecross Arts, Alan McKinnon, Dave MacFarlane and Graeme Roger. Mackintosh has said:
“I’m humbled at the response from the Scottish creative community. When we came up with the idea to do the concert, everyone we asked who could rearrange their lives to be able to perform said yes. Once word spread among artists, we were actively contacted by several top names who wanted to get involved. The concert is obviously going to be full of emotion, but we do want people to come along and enjoy themselves and feel proud that they are doing something, albeit a small thing, to help the people of Ukraine. And if people can’t make it but still want to show their support, they can still donate to the appeal through the Concert for Ukraine webpage.”
All the performers and their technical support have donated their services, and Horsecross Arts has waived the hire fee for Perth Concert Hall. Tickets cost £25, with all net proceeds from the event being donated directly to the Disaster Emergency Committee (DEC) Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal. Tickets for Concert for Ukraine are available online at www.horsecross.co.uk, by phone or in person between 10 am and 4 pm Monday to Friday at Perth Theatre Box Office – 01738 621031. There is also a donation link on the website for those who choose to top up their ticket price or make a direct contribution to the appeal.
Full lineup: Duncan Chisholm, Julie Fowlis, Hamish Napier, Oksana Mavrodii, Gary Innes, Karen Matheson, Donald Shaw, Sheena Wellington, Matthew Zajac, Dolina MacLennan, Phil Cunningham, Jonny Hardie, Aileen Ogilvie, Steve Byrne, Blazin’ Fiddles, Mary Ann Kennedy, Gary Innes, Kathleen Jamie, Hamish MacDonald, Gerda Stevenson, Patsy Reid, Jim & Beth Malcolm, Mad Ferret, Rituala, Margaret Bennett, Ross Ainslie and Tim Edey, Eddi Reader, Dougie MacLean, The Vale of Atholl Pipe Band
During her time with Perth Life Sophie oversaw and delivered a huge amount of work. From being the Deputy Editor of the physical What's On Magazines, to working with bands, creatives and wellness organisations across Perth and Scotland. Sophie was able to capture, record and share some of Perth's most memorable moments.
