Alasdair Fraser Band

$26 Advance / $30 Door / $10 Livestream This powerful new family collaboration brings together legendary Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser with his sons Galen and Cameron Fraser and Galen’s Castilian wife, María San Miguel. Rooted in the traditional Scottish repertoire that has shaped Alasdair’s musical life, as well as a deep connection to the Iberian Peninsula, the Alasdair Fraser Band expands into a vibrant, contemporary sound world, combining the diverse musical explorations of all four members. With generations of musical influence, family chemistry, and a shared instinct for adventure, the group brings fresh energy to old traditions—moving effortlessly between fiery dance tunes, lyrical airs, original compositions, and unexpected musical journeys. It is music grounded in heritage, alive in the present, and propelled by the sheer joy of playing together. Alasdair Fraser, hailed as “the Michael Jordan of Scottish fiddling,” spans the full spectrum from intimate chamber music to ecstatic dance energy. Over more than three decades of performing at festivals and concert halls around the world, he has set a standard for traditional fiddle music, thrilling audiences with his virtuosic playing, joyful spontaneity, and sheer physical presence. His long list of awards and accolades is matched by numerous radio and television credits and performances on major film soundtracks, including The Last of the Mohicans and Titanic . In 2011, Alasdair was inducted into the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame. María San Miguel, an Oviedo Conservatory graduate deeply rooted in the vibrant music of Castile, and Galen Fraser, a Berklee College of Music alumnus, blend heartfelt vocals, intricate string arrangements, and the lively charm of the cittern. Performing together as San Miguel Fraser, the duo reimagines folk music through a dynamic fusion of Castilian and Celtic traditions, celebrating the shared spirit of their homelands while embracing innovation. Cameron Fraser has a deep love for traditional music and a knack for making tunes groove. Raised in a lively musical household, he was immersed in Scottish and Celtic traditions from an early age. He spent countless nights in Glasgow sessions, where he honed his rhythmic drive and melodic style.