North Sea Gas, one of Scotland’s most popular folk bands

A U.S. fall tour is underway for one of Scotland’s most popular bands.  The Scottish folk group, North Sea Gas, will give a free one-hour concert at the Milton Public Library, 476 Canton Avenue in Milton, MA on September 25, Thursday, at 7 PM. The musicians for North Sea Gas are Dave Gilifillan, Ronnie McDonald and Grant Simpson. Entertaining audiences for over 30 years, they are stronger than ever! This trio of talented musicians entertains with guitars, mandolin, fiddle, bouzouki, bodran, whistles, banjo, and great vocals, featuring tremendous three-part harmonies.

Over the years North Sea Gas has released 18 albums and are constantly adding new material to their show. Their latest album, “The Fire and Passion of Scotland,” was released in July 2013. Celtic Radio (USA) named their CD their “Album of the Year” and they also won first place in the Jigs and Reels category with a piece from the same CD. Their albums and performances consistently receive wonderful reviews from folk magazines, newspapers, etc. including Dirty Linen, The Scots Magazine, and The Living Tradition. Their show consists of traditional, contemporary, and self-penned material, all put together with a style of their own. With Gold and Silver disc awards from the Scottish Music Industry Association, they always sell out shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Please join us for the only stop at the Milton Public Library during their Fall tour of the U.S.  The library is located at 476 Canton Avenue, Milton, the program is sponsored by The Friends of the Milton Public Library, light refreshments will be served, and it is suitable for all ages.  For more information, contact Jean Hlady, Adult Services Librarian, at (617) 698-5757.