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The Sòlás Collective

The Sòlás Collective

Highly innovative and comfortingly familiar, a wash of sound and impact that bleeds emotion.

Iain MacDonald, Pipes | Drums

Traditional Music

Instrumentation

  • Sarah Hanniffy - Viola and Voice
  • Fionnlagh Mac A’Phiocair - Smallpipes and Voice

Repertoire

A number of sets derived from Irish and Scottish folk repertoire, spanning from modern to traditional compositions with the addition of original works.

Biography

The Sòlás Collective is an emerging ensemble that explores the Gaelic traditions of Scotland and Ireland in a contemporary light. Consisting of Sarah Hanniffy on the viola and Fionnlagh Mac A’Phiocair on the Scottish Smallpipes, the Collective creates innovative soundscapes that transport and fulfill audiences. Rooted in tradition, the Sòlás Collective pushes the boundaries of their instruments and listeners, while also paying homage to their respective Irish and Scottish heritages.

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