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Iona Fyfe – Scottish Musician of the Year – Coming to Dunedin!

Help us welcome Iona Fyfe to the USA!  She will be making a special appearance in Dunedin and we are delighted to have this talented young singer at the Scottish Cultural Center.

Don’t miss Iona Fyfe. She is a multi award winning Scottish singer and pianist, who was brought up in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Iona performs both folk and pop songs in the Scots language, remaining true to her roots in tradition.

Iona has toured the UK, Canada, several European countries and Australia. She has made several appearances on TV shows, festivals, and has performed with the BBC Scottish Symphony and Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

We are hosting a workshop with Iona on Friday evening with this traditional Scots singer for all abilities and interest! The Concert on Saturday is sure to captivate you with her beautiful voice!

Tickets are on sale for an intimate workshop Friday at 7 pm for $10
Tickets are on sale for a concert on Saturday evening at 7:30 for $28
Tickets are on sale for both (Friday & Saturday) for $30
Tickets are available now. Click Here forTickets.

A small list of Iona’s awards:

  • Scots Singer of the Year (MG Alba Scots Trad Music Awards 2023) Winner
  • Musician of the Year (MG Alba Scots Trad Music Awards 2021) Winner
  • BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year 2021 (Finalist)
  • Scots Performer of the Year (Scots Language Awards 2020 (Winner)
  • and Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zttKxdeYds&t=25s

Please go to her website for more information: ionafyfe.com and Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ionafyfe

Please don’t miss this great show in our fantastic venue!

Also, please dont forget our weekly Friday Coffee Mornings and Friday night Happy Hours. As these events get bigger every week, the fun increases and our community grows. Check our Facebook Page for details for cancellations/changes.

Proceeds of our events help us support the Scottish programs of Dunedin. A ticket to this event entitles you to day membership in the Scottish American Society of Dunedin. Our venue has been awarded Tampa Bay Times Best of the Best Live Music Venue 2025 (bronze). Thank you for your support!

 

 

Scottish American Society of Dunedin – Seven Nations

 

We are delighted to welcome back our friends, Seven Nations, for another exciting concert on Friday, October 10th.
Equally at home in front of 40,000 cheering fans at an international festival, with the widely recognized, Grammy award winning, symphony orchestras, or with 300 fans in a small Midwest club, SEVEN NATIONS has created a truly hybrid sound and transient live show. The depth and complexity of SEVEN NATIONS’ music is astounding; each listen reveals a deeper layer of intricacy that has been embraced by an ever-growing audience.

Tickets are available now. Click on the QR code or Click Here for Tickets
All tickets $28.

Don’t forget our weekly Friday Coffee Mornings and Friday night Happy Hours. As these events get bigger every week, the fun increases and our community grows. Check our Facebook Page for details on cancellations/changes

Tickets are available at Humanitix.com. You can scan the QR codes above, or click here to go to the web page: https://events.humanitix.com/tannahill-weavers-in-concert

 

Welcome Back From Scotland, The Tannahill Weavers

The Scottish American Society of Dunedin is proud to welcome back the Tannahill Weavers from Scotland.

“The music may be pure old-time Celtic, but the drive and enthusiasm are akin to straight-ahead rock and roll.”        – Winnipeg Free Press

“An especially eloquent mixture of the old and the new.”    – New York Times

Born in a session in Paisley, Scotland, and named after the town’s historic weaving industry and local poet laureate Robert Tannahill, the Tannahill Weavers have made an international name for their distinctive brand of Celtic music, blending the beauty of traditional melodies with the power of modern rhythms.  As one of the world’s premier traditional Celtic bands, their diverse repertoire spans the centuries with fire-driven instrumentals, topical songs, original ballads and lullabies, and humorous tales of life in Scotland.

Don’t forget our weekly Friday Coffee Mornings and Friday night Happy Hours. As these events continue to grow in size every week, the fun increases and our community expands. Check our Facebook Page for details on cancellations/changes.

Tickets are available at Humanitix.com. You can scan the QR codes above, or click here to go to the web page: https://events.humanitix.com/tannahill-weavers-in-concert

David Geaney and the Irish Lads in Concert

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Scottish American Society Present

David Geaney and the Irish Lads

March 24 | 917 Louden Ave., Dunedin | 7:30 pm

David, a 5 X World Champion Irish Dancer, is taking the world by storm! After an illustrious competitive career, David is now performing all around the world! Known as The Dingle Dancer, David is now regarded as one of Ireland’s leading entertainers, adapting with ease to different venues & audiences. Renowned for his ability to get any crowd going, his creativity & attention to detail, David is one of the most sought after entertainers on the scene.

Tickets: $27

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Scottish American Society Presents 7 Nations in Concert Mar. 7

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Scottish American Society Presents 7 Nations in Concert

March 7 | 917 Louden Ave., Dunedin | 7:30 pm

One of the greatest Celtic rock bands today!  Kirk McLeod returns to Dunedin with his fantastic band Seven Nations. Seven Nations has been touring full-time since 1994 with successful stops in Europe, Canada, Puerto Rico, and  every state in the US including Alaska and Hawaii. The band has recorded a number of albums with over a half million units in sales.  The group has performed at a variety of venues, from nightclubs and theaters to festivals and street fairs.

Tickets: $25

Robert Burns Whisky Tasting Jan. 25

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Scottish American Society Presents: Robert Burns Whisky Tasting

January 25 | 7:00 pm

Scottish Cultural Center | 917 Louden Ave. 

Join us in celebrating Robert Burns, Scotland’s most famous poet! The evening includes a selection of single malt whiskys introduced with song and stories by Scottish singer songwriter Bill Mullen. A Robert Burns Night must feature a sampling HAGGIS, NEEPS (turnip), and TATTIES (mashed potatoes), and Scottish shortbread.

You can choose to purchase a whisky tasting ticket for $50, or beer/wine ticket for $35.

Everyone is welcome! You do not need to be Scottish or a member to enjoy this great night. Join us for a fun evening of songs, poetry, foods of Scotland, and whisky!

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Pie & a Pint at the Scottish American Society Dec. 7

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Celebrate St. Andrew’s Day with with the Scottish American Society and uncover the origins of this Scottish national holiday, including traditions, songs, history and food!

Your ticket will give you a Scotch Meat Pie or a Scotch Macaroni & Cheese pie. Also a drink of your choice from our well-stocked bar!

Every ticket entitles you to a day membership to the Scottish American Society of Dunedin. Thank you for your support. Proceeds of our events go to help students of the Scottish Arts.

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Scottish American Society Presents: Tannahill Weavers in Concert

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September 28 | 7:00 to 10:00 pm

The Tannahill Weavers were founded almost 50 years ago. They have played around the world and have many albums. We’ve hosted them at the Scottish Cultural Center many times and are proud to have them back this fall! Our Hall is a wonderful intimate venue for a great concert.

All tickets include day membership to the Scottish American Society of Dunedin. Thank you for supporting the Scottish Arts.

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Seven Nations In Concert

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Saturday, August 19th, 2023, 7:30 PM

We are getting our concert season off to the best possible start with one of the hottest bands in Celtic Music. The Scottish Cultural Center is proud to welcome back Seven Nations live in concert for a very special concert at the Scottish Cultural Center.  Seven Nations are one of the best live bands in Celtic Music, and we are so proud to have them back at our concert hall.

Seven Nations will offer a fantastic evening of songs, stories, and tunes. The original Seven Nations lineup of drums, guitars, and bass made room for bagpipes and fiddle to develop a unique Celtic sound and driving, original songs honed by 20 years of touring and over a million miles on the road. Their rollicking style is blended with a charismatic, passionate stage presence creating an unforgettable live experience.

The concert will be held at the Scottish Cultural Center in downtown Dunedin, 917 Louden Avenue (across from Caledonia Brewing).

You can Purchase Tickets Online:
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$25

The Scottish Cultural Center is proud to produce live musical events for the Dunedin Community. The Scottish Cultural Center is the focal point of Dunedin’s Scottish Arts Program, and the Scottish American Society is proud to present these Celtic concerts in partnership with the Cultural Center.   As a 501 C 3 organization, proceeds from these events go to supporting the Scottish Arts Programs in Dunedin as well as maintaining the Scottish Cultural Center, which is one of Dunedin’s Historical Landmarks.!* 

Scottish American Society Presents Brayzen Heads in Concert

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Brayzen Heads in Concert

October 22 | 7:30 – 11:00 pm | Historic Scottish Hall of Dunedin

The Scottish American Society of Dunedin is very pleased to welcome back The Brayzen Heads to the Scottish Cultural Center in Dunedin. Featuring Dave Gilmore on guitar & vocals and Shane Farrell on fiddle, banjo & mandolin. The Brayzen Heads have been performing live since 2000. They have performed over 4000 shows throughout Europe and the USA. From the infamous Shamrock Bar, Spain, to Raglan Road, Orlando, playing to audiences seven nights a week.

We have been very fortunate to have been able to book this fantastic duo on several occasions, and they have never failed to delight and entertain our audience. The Brayzen Heads are now traveling around the USA and Canada, sharing their style of Irish Music along the way. We are delighted to welcome them back to Dunedin.

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Ukraine Benefit Concernt April 30

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There’s a special event happening in our area where you can help make a difference.  On Saturday April 30th, the City of Dunedin together with the Scottish American Society of Dunedin (where our Club holds its monthly meetings) presents “Benefit For The People of Ukraine: A Celtic Concert”.  The concert will take place at Waterfront Weaver Park on Bayshore Boulevard, Dunedin from 2:00 – 8:00pm.  Tickets are $10 per person, available via EventBrite or at the gate. 

Off Kilter in Concert Sept. 18

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Off Kilter is, without question, the best Celtic Rock Band to come out of Florida!
This high-energy Celtic rock band founded by Jamie Holton, bagpiper, in 1996. The band is a unique blend of traditional Celtic tunes and songs with a rock twist, popular covers arranged with a Celtic rock feel, and original songs. Instruments consist of bagpipes, Irish whistles, electric guitar, bass, fiddle, drums, and vocals. The band was one of the most popular bands at Walt Disney World for 18 years and currently tours the country.
www.offkilterrocks.com
We are delighted and proud to bring Off Kilter to Dunedin!

The show is September 18 and starts at 6:00 pm.

NOTE NEW VENUE
Conmy Center
750 San Salvador Dr, Dunedin, FL 34698

$25 FOR STANDARD SEATING
$35 FOR LIMITED PREFERRED SEATING 
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Halfway to St. Paddy’s Day Whisky Tasting

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Celebrate halfway to St Paddy’s Day with our tasting tour of Ireland and sample four styles of Irish whiskey.  We’ll travel from Belfast to Cork and in-between. Our tour will sample four of the top-rated Irish whiskies in the world and finish with a sample of the champion Five Farms Irish Cream created by happy cows from County Cork that have each kissed the Blarney Stone.

Listen to Celtic music by Cage O’Hanlon and The Mighty Fine Peppers and a chance to win a bottle of one of the rarest Irish Whiskies in the world.

Don’t like WHISKEY?  We offer a ticket for Wine (3 glasses) or Beer (3 bottles/cans), and a ticket for your Designated Driver (unlimited non-alcoholic beverages).  All tickets include food.

Join us for a fantastic night of whiskey, music, and song. The craic will be mighty! Our Whisky Tastings are not JUST about the Whisky – they are about the people who attend it! Slainte!

Tickets can be purchased here. All tickets include day membership to the Scottish American Society of Dunedin.

Summer Whisky, Wine and Song June 12

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Scottish American Society of Dunedin

Celebrate the start of Summer by joining us for the next great Whisky Tasting! The event will be a fundraiser for the Isle of Skye Highland Dancers, who will perform for us as part of their preparation for their first dancing competition in over a year! We want to support these award winning dancers who use the Scottish Cultural Center as their home. These Tasting Nights are for everyone! If you want to be there and prefer to drink beer or wine, we are re-introducing a ticket just for you. And for those who prefer not to partake, but love the atmosphere of these great nights, we offer a ticket that includes all the soft drinks you can consume as well as the food and entertainment. This will be a fun night for all. We look forward to seeing you there.

Whisky Tasting: $40 / Beer & Wine Option: $30 / Designated Driver Option:  $15

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Scottish American Society: Tour of Scotland Whisky Tasting April 10 @ 7 pm

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Tour of Scotland Whisky Tasting
Scottish American Society of Dunedin
April 10, 7:00 pm

As part of a week-long celebration of Tartan Week, join us for a spectacular and exhilarating tour of Scotland and uisce beatha: the “water of life.” You will taste whisky from the rolling hills of the Scottish Lowlands, from the fast flowing waters of the River Spey; from the spectacular mountains of the Scottish Highlands to the peaty moors of the Western Isles. The landscape of these four regions of Scotland is very different, and this is well represented in the wildly different tastes of Scotch Whisky. Of course, although the whisky and food will be as fine as it ever was, the key ingredient in all our whisky tastings is the people who attend. You, who appreciate the fine varied taste of Scotch Whisky. Click here for tickets!

Haggis Celtic Concerts: Bill Mullen April 8 @ 7:30 pm

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Scottish American Society of Dunedin, in celebration of Tartan week, is very pleased to welcome Scotsman Bill Mullen for a special Haggis Celtic Concert. Originally from Dundee, Scotland, Bill grew up listening to Andy Stewart, The Corries, Hamish Imlach, the Clancy Brothers, the Dubliners, Christie Moore and many others. After time spent living in Aberdeen, the Netherlands and Barcelona, Bill and his wife Dorothy moved to Lake Oswego, Oregon where his friend David Maher offered him a solo gig at Maher’s Irish Pub. Since 2013 Bill has been playing full time, offering a mix of Scottish, Irish, English and American songs, plus a few of his own, and traveling throughout the U.S. and Canada. Fortunately for us, he and Dorothy now winter in Florida and we are very excited to bring them to our Scottish Cultural Center for the first time. Click here for tickets!

Haggis Celtic Concerts: Alan Murray and Haley Richardson, Feb. 27

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Haggis Celtic Concerts
Scottish American Society of Dunedin
February 27, 7:30 pm

Scottish American Society of Dunedin welcomes Alan Murray and Haley Richardson. Guitarist, bouzouki player and singer AlanMurray hails from Glasgow, Scotland, where he grew up playing the whistle and later guitar. Eventually moving to New York City, he has established himself as an in-demand performer and teacher on the Irish music scene. Haley Richardson is a virtuosic musician, whose talents extend to the fields of both classical and Irish traditional music. With her highly ornamented Sligo style perfected under the tutelage of fiddler Brian Conway, Haley has garnered a number of prestigious awards and honors. Haley is currently the fiddler for the 25th Anniversary tour of the Grammy Award-winning Riverdance production. Tickets are $25. Click here for more information.