Darach +
Thorpe and Morrison
Wednesday 11th February | 7.30pm
The Rockfield Centre - Oak Studio, Oban, PA34 5DQ
Variety of ticket prices available. Pay what you can, and if you’d like to pay forward for others, please do.
Darach
Darach is a collaboration between Scottish fiddler Roo Geddes and Galician guitarist Hugo Franco, blending the traditional music of their homelands with contemporary folk influences. They set traditional melodies in resonant arrangements that draw inspiration from Classical music, Jazz, and Brazilian Choro.
In 2025, the duo released their debut album in Spain and France, performing on the main stages at major festivals including Festival Interceltique de Lorient, Ortigueira, and Encordass Fiddle Fest. Following their recognition with the Danny Kyle Award at Celtic Connections 2025, they will return to the festival in 2026 as part of their first UK tour.
This intercultural duo are fast emerging as a fresh new voice in the European traditional music scene and are looking ahead to concerts in Mexico, Costa Rica and Brazil before the end of the year.
"Fuses the musical traditions of Galicia and Scotland with a contemporary, intimate, and deeply emotional sound." – Festival de Ortigueira
"Virtuosic playing and captivating arrangements, culminating in an incredibly fresh and distinctive sound." – Celtic Music Radio
Thorpe and Morrison
“Thorpe & Morrison are rapidly ascending - one of the finest young folk and roots duos out there. Incredibly entertaining, energetic, and brimming with musicianship.” - Global Traditions
Thorpe & Morrison (Harry Thorpe and Sean Morrison) are a contemporary fiddle/guitar duo formed in Birmingham, UK. They have toured around the United Kingdom and Europe to critical acclaim. Having played together for over six years, this aspiring young duo have developed a joyful, sensitive and energetic approach to the music they create, and hope these sensibilities can be shared with others throughout the journey as they continue to grow.
Their most recent album, Grass and Granite, was nominated by Fatea Records for instrumental Album of the Year 2024. "a recording of spirit and pleasure that reads the memories and offers glimpses into a world of belonging anywhere you can call home." - Liverpool Sound and Vision
‘Sheer unbridled exhilaration’ - Folk London The sound of Thorpe & Morrison comes in many forms. Expressive and energetic live performances combined with subtle and nuanced arrangements leave them well-placed in both festival and studio settings. Their love of storytelling and relaxed stagecraft, sees them weaving touching, sensitive, and witty narratives through their live sets; making the live Thorpe & Morrison a unique, comforting and connected experience.