FIONA ROSS AND SHANE O’MARA
The Melbourne Tartan Festival is proud to present an afternoon of Scottish song featuring one of Scotland’s foremost traditional singers - Fiona Ross accompanied by guitar maestro Shane O’Mara.
Fiona Ross has secured her reputation as a highly gifted interpreter of Scots song. Her honest, earthy singing style and extensive repertoire showcase the richness of the tradition.
Fiona was a Finalist for Scots Singer of the Year in Scotland’s prestigious Trad Music Awards. Whether sharing a ‘mucky ballad’, a heart-rending love song or a rousing Jacobite chorus, Fiona delights audiences with her deep knowledge and understanding of the old Scots songs and the stories behind them.
ARIA award-winning, virtuoso guitarist Shane O’Mara has collaborated with a host of luminaries including Paul Kelly and Chris Wilson.
As a duo, these two highly accomplished artists present a captivating Scottish set that is both steeped in tradition and imbued with contemporary flair. Their album Sunrise Turn, won Music Victoria’s Best Folk Album Award and was a finalist for Traditional Album of the Year in the Australian Folk Music Awards.
WHEN: Sunday 14 July 2024. Doors and the venue Bar open at 2pm. The concert begins at 2.30pm.