Dochas were on route to Aberdeen at the weekend to play at the Lemon Tree. It was back in January this year that Dochas last performed there and it was great to be back, this time with two very special guests! Angus Lyon and Anna Massie joined us on piano and guitar for the night and they were great - standing in for Kathleen who’s on tour in America with Cherish the Ladies and Eilidh who very recently had a baby girl. We were performing some of our brand new sets which we’re looking forward to recording very soon. The next morning we were on our way to Grampian hospital radio for a wee interview and some tunes!
It was great to see so many folk come out and support the show, so thanks to all of you - also huge thanks to Gavin, Lynne and all the staff at the Lemon Tree for a great welcome - as usual! Next week Dochas will be at the Stirling Tolbooth on the 22nd December - our final show for the year, looking forward to that and seeing you all there - full of Christmas spirit!
So, from Dochas, have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year, all the best for 2007!
Posted by Jenna @ 12:49 pm
Dochas were in the Fort William on Saturday night to support the 2006 Scottish Traditional Music Awards, the first year it has been held in the Highlands and it was a great success. Dochas were delighted to have been nominated for ‘Best Folk Band’. Dochas scooped the ‘Best Up and Coming’ award in 2004 and it was great to have be involved in the awards this year. The award for ‘Best Folk Band’ went to the Anna Massie Band - well done from Dochas Anna!
The night was filled with lots of great music, and Julie and her band were one of the first to take to the stage. Julie performed a great set and took the house down with her beautiful singing and playing.
Martin, however must get the prize for the busiest musician on the night, playing with Julie’s band, the Shona Mooney Band, and the Gordon Duncan tribute.
Jenna was on stage with Harris Playfair and about 30 other musicians to perform as part of ‘Ceol Mor’, an amazing piece of music arranged by Harris, involving students from the Aberdeen Youth Music festival, held earlier in the year.
A great night, and thanks to Simon Thoumire and his crew for putting on such a great night! Slainte!
Posted by Jenna @ 11:50 pm
