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THE BAND - Fiddlers' Bid are internationally respected as leading exponents of their rich fiddle tradition and are global ambassadors for Shetland. Since forming in 1991, they have established an identity as a unique band with a harmonious and almost symphonic sound developed though many years of playing together. "The musical tornado known as Fiddlers Bid" have connected with audiences worldwide.

THE FORMULA - A dynamic four fiddle front line joined with a powerhouse of piano, bass, guitar and Scottish harp to create a “display of stunning virtuosity”.

THE MUSIC - The “flying fiddles and furious talent” of Fiddlers’ Bid make expressive, high energy music and perform with a verve that delivers traditional music in a way that parallels top bands from other genres. "Beware: Fiddlers’ Bid is infectious and habit-forming”.

THE CONCERTS - Fiddlers’ Bid have performed at some of the largest folk festivals in the world including the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, USA 2003 and have had two hugely successful tours of Australia and Tasmania, performing at venues such as Melbourne Concert Hall and Sydney Opera House. One tour earned the band a nomination for ‘Best Contemporary Music Presentation’ at a national music award ceremony in Australia.

THE RECORDINGS - Their album "All Dressed in Yellow" this is a ground-breaking recording - Shetland Times. “Da Farder Ben Da Welcomer” was the Greentrax best selling album of 2002 and their 2005 CD "Naked and Bare" acclaimed reviews such as "another first class collection… Superb music from superb musicians”, "a consolodation of their reach and territory…sumptuously layered, almost symphonic- sounding” and heralded as “A success on all counts”.

“IF THEY DON'T SWEEP YOU AWAY, CHECK YOUR PULSE” The Glasgow Herald