Celtic Fiddle Guru

Did you know that the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra has sponsored a place at this Saturday's Scottish Fiddle Workshop at Varnam Strings, Wilmington NC?

We are absolutely thrilled by their support and it's shaping up to be a very special afternoon.

No sheet music. No experience necessary. Just joyful, hands-on Scottish fiddle music for all levels.

📅 Saturday May 30th
⏰ 3.30pm — 5.00pm*
📍 Varnam Strings, Wilmington NC

A few spots still available — don't miss out!

👉 Link in post to register

𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟳 | 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 | 𝟰–𝟱 𝗣𝗠

Let’s take a moment to sit, listen, and not do anything else.

This isn’t a concert, and it’s not a typical sound bath. It’s something in between.

Colin MacLeod brings live fiddle music inspired by the Scottish landscape—sounds that feel steady, grounding, and deeply human. You’ll lie down, rest, and let the music move through you without needing to respond to it.

No performance. No expectations.

Just a quiet hour where your system can settle and your mind can take a break from constant input.

-I'm reposting from yesterday. we have a magical weekend ahead of us. All the best for just a great weekend, whatever you do and wherever you are!

This weekend is shaping up to be a beautiful celebration of Scottish music, connection, storytelling & community — and I’d love to invite you along.

📅 SATURDAY – May 16th

I’ll be performing at the Outlander Costume Exhibition at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown with performances at 11:30am & 2:00pm.

Come explore the world of Outlander through music, history, Scottish culture & conversation alongside the incredible costume exhibition.

There will also be a presentation on tartan, the Williamsburg Pipe Band and Highland Dancing

🏴 More Information:

Outlander Costume Exhibition: https://thehub-api.mastermind.com/sp/aa8e1dd530c

📅 SUNDAY

Join me for an afternoon of live Scottish fiddle music at Thistlerock Mead Co. — a wonderful place to relax, recharge, enjoy nature and perhaps a glass of mead with friends.

🍯 Learn More:

Thistlerock Mead Co: https://thehub-api.mastermind.com/sp/59d641c7f9b

Three days. Three ways to connect.
Music • Nature • Community • Storytelling

Hope to see some of you this weekend!

— Colin MacLeod
www.celticfiddleguru.com

On Saturday, May 30th, Varnam Strings, in Wilmington, is hosting a Play-by-Ear Scottish Fiddle workshop run by myself, Colin MacLeod.

Please PM me with any queries.

We look forward to seeing some of you at Varnam Strings on Saturday, May 30th.

Adrian, a big thank you to you and Varnam Strings for hosting our workshop.

All the best to everyone for a magical weekend.

Colin MacLeod
www.celticfiddleguru.com

🎻 Something special is coming to Varnam Strings — and spots are limited.

On Saturday, May 30th from 3:30–5:00 PM, we're hosting internationally recognized Scottish fiddle player and educator Colin MacLeod for a hands-on immersive workshop right here in Wilmington.

This isn't your typical masterclass. Colin teaches the way traditional music has always been passed down — by ear. No sheet music. Just listening, connection, and expression.

In this 90-minute session, you'll:
🎵 Learn a Scottish tune by ear
🎵 Explore rhythm, phrasing & style
🎵 Discover Celtic ornamentation
🎵 Build confidence without written music

Perfect for violinists and fiddlers at all levels — classical, Suzuki, Irish, bluegrass, old-time. If you've ever wanted to break free from the page, this is your workshop.

📍 Varnam Strings, Wilmington, NC
📅 Saturday, May 30 | 3:30–5:00 PM
🎟 Under 18: $45 | Adults: $65
⚠️ Spaces are limited — register early!

👉 CelticFiddleGuru.com/Scottish-Fiddle-Workshop-Wilmington-NC

This weekend is shaping up to be a beautiful celebration of Scottish music, connection, storytelling & community — and I’d love to invite you along.

📅 FRIDAY EVENING
Join us for a relaxed Zoom Q&A for the upcoming “Back to Scotland” Nature Retreat in Scotland this July.

Start Time: 6.30pm EST

A chance to ask questions, hear more about the retreat, and connect with others interested in music, nature, creativity & wellbeing.

🌿 Retreat Information & Registration:

https://thehub-api.mastermind.com/sp/d560ca9a70f

📅 SATURDAY – May 16th

I’ll be performing at the Outlander Costume Exhibition at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown with performances at 11:30am & 2:00pm.

Come explore the world of Outlander through music, history, Scottish culture & conversation alongside the incredible costume exhibition.

There will also be a presentation on tartan, the Williamsburg Pipe Band and Highland Dancing

🏴 More Information:

Outlander Costume Exhibition: https://thehub-api.mastermind.com/sp/31aff96e5d6

📅 SUNDAY

Join me for an afternoon of live Scottish fiddle music at Thistlerock Mead Co. — a wonderful place to relax, recharge, enjoy nature and perhaps a glass of mead with friends.

🍯 Learn More:

Thistlerock Mead Co: https://thehub-api.mastermind.com/sp/754eff35d2f

Three days. Three ways to connect.
Music • Nature • Community • Storytelling

Hope to see some of you this weekend!

— Colin MacLeod
www.celticfiddleguru.com

There is something deeply healing about the Scottish Highlands…
the stillness of the lochs, the sound of the wind through the glens, ancient stories carried through music, and the feeling of reconnecting with nature and yourself.

This July, I’ll be joining the wonderful team at Inner Vision Yoga for the
Back to Nature Retreat in Scotland

July 18–26, 2026.

Set on the shores of Loch Awe in Argyll, this retreat will include:

- Daily yoga overlooking the Highlands
- Visits to castles, standing stones, and the Isle of Iona
- Scottish music, storytelling, and ceilidh experiences
- Attendance at a Highland Games
- Time to slow down, breathe, reconnect, and simply be

I’ll be sharing live Scottish fiddle music, stories of the Highlands, and helping guests experience the culture and spirit of Scotland through music and connection.

If Scotland has been calling to your heart, this could be a truly special journey.

More information here:

Back to Nature Retreat in Scotland: https://www.innervisionyoga.com/back-to-nature-retreat-in-scotland/

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