TARRAN - AUTUMN TRAD FESTIVAL 2025

Tarran are an exhilarating contemporary folk group from Glasgow, with roots in both Ireland and the Scottish Highlands. The band consists of Sophie joint (Keys), Breanna Wilson (Fiddle), Malachy Arnold (Harp), and Rory Stark (Whistle/Bodhran).

Celebrating the 5th annual Autumn Trad Festival LIVE at The Vault Arts Centre, Newton Stewart, we welcome the incredible TARRAN!

Using elements of funk, blues and contemporary rhythm, the band create a lively and innovative twist on traditional music. Tarran’s captivating performances have been brought to stages across Europe since 2019.

”Mediative Beauty” - The Times
“Traditional music in Scotland is in great hands” - Pipes & Drums Magazine
“A thumping show, such talented young artists" - Celtic Music Radio

MG Alba Trad Awards “Up and Coming Artist of the Year” - Nominee (2024) - BBC Alba & Hands Up for Trad
Battle of the Folk Bands - Winner (2023) - Hands up for Trad
Danny Kyle Award - Winner (2020) - Celtic Music Radio & Celtic Connections