Culburnie Records

December 2013 — Culburnie Records — Solo & Duo Instrumental — CD — CUL124

Greentrax Recordings is again delighted to release another album from the hugely talented fiddler Alasdair Fraser and the wonderful cellist Natalie Haas. Alasdair, a Scot now domiciled in the USA, teamed up with Natalie Haas some years ago to form this highly acclaimed duo. Alasdair (fiddles,… read more

October 2007 — Culburnie Records — Solo & Duo Instrumental — CD — CUL122CD

In The Moment follows on from Alasdair Fraser (fiddle) and Natalie Haas’ (cello) award-winning album Fire And Grace, which won high critical praise and 2004 STMA Album Of The Year. Bringing a fresh sound to an old tradition, the album mainly features original music written by Alasdair Fraser, with… read more

October 2004 — Culburnie Records — Solo & Duo Instrumental — CD — CUL120CD

Tunes from The Life and Land of Robert Burns. On Volume 2 of this series of the traditional Scottish fiddle repertoire, Alasdair plays ‘Robert Burns’ on fiddle, accompanied by Muriel Johnstone (piano) and Natalie Haas (cello). The project was inspired partly by the comprehensive book The Songs… read more

May 2004 — All Time Top 20 — Culburnie Records — Solo & Duo Instrumental — CD — CUL121CD

Alasdair Fraser is one of Scotland’s leading exponents of the fiddle and has great stage presence. He has made many recordings both solo and with his group Skyedance. He is joined on this album by Natalie Haas, a stunning cellist from America, who has been touring with Alasdair. Natalie has been… read more

May 2002 — Culburnie Records — Groups — CD — CUL119D

Skyedance consists of Alasdair Fraser (fiddle), Eric Rigler (Scottish and uillean pipes), Chris Norman (wooden flute), Paul Machlis (keyboards), Peter Maund (percussion) and Mick Linden (bass). On this album the band were joined by Spanish guests including Galician singer Mercedes Peon (vocals),… read more

May 2001 — Culburnie Records — Solo & Duo Instrumental — CD — CUL118D

Alasdair Fraser (fiddle, viola) and Paul Machlis (piano, synthesizers) with Natalie Haas (cello) and Todd Phillips (bass). The first of a series dedicated to Scotland’s fiddle heritage, this album features classic favorites which Alasdair and Paul have performed over the many years of their… read more

February 2000 — Culburnie Records — Groups — CD — CUL116D

Featuring Alasdair Fraser (fiddle, viola), Eric Rigler (Great Highland Bagpipe, uilleann pipes, Scottish smallpipes), Chris Norman (wooden flute, piccolo), Paul Machlis (piano, organ, keyboards), Mick Linden (fretless bass) and Peter Maund (percussion). The members of Skyedance have featured on… read more

April 1997 — Culburnie Records — Singers & Songwriters — CD — CUL112D

A debut album by two Scottish singer-songwriters combining unique music with powerful lyrics. Andy Shanks (vocals, guitar), Jim Russell (guitar, whistles, melodeon, concertina), John Burgess (tenor sax), Lindsay Cooper (double bass), Brian MacAlpine, David Scott (piano, organ, additional… read more

March 1996 — Culburnie Records — Solo & Duo Instrumental — Singers & Songwriters — CD — CUL109D

Traditional Scottish and Cape Breton tunes are skilfully blended with some of The Cast’s original songs. Mairi Campbell (voice, viola, fiddle) and Dave Francis (guitar, voice). ‘The Cast have proven that subtlety and restraint are weapons that, when used correctly, are a lethal combination. A… read more

March 1996 — Culburnie Records — Solo & Duo Instrumental — CD — CUL009D

For his first album Alasdair selected some of his favourite gems among the rich fiddling repertoire of Scotland. Many of the tunes have long been a part of the tradition, others are more recently composed. It reveals the depth and variety of Scotland’s musical traditions as well as the virtuosity,… read more

March 1995 — Culburnie Records — Solo & Duo Instrumental — Stream or Download only — CUL106D

Exhilarating new music deeply rooted in the Scottish tradition, with brilliant ensemble performances by top-rated musicians from diverse musical backgrounds.  1996 NAIRD Indie Award Winner for Celtic Music Album of the Year.  Alasdair Fraser (fiddle, viola) with Eric Rigler (Highland… read more

February 1993 — Culburnie Records — Solo & Duo Instrumental — Singers & Songwriters — CD — CUL104D

Includes an original musical setting for the Robert Burns favourite Auld Lang Syne, as featured in the movie Sex And The City. The Cast’s debut album, which received generous critical acclaim. Mairi Campbell (voice, viola, fiddle) and Dave Francis (guitar, voice) with Brian Shiels (double bass).… read more

January 1988 — Culburnie Records — Solo & Duo Instrumental — CD — CUL102D

Alasdair Fraser joins forces with legendary guitarist Jody Stecher in an album featuring tunes taken mainly from the 1884 publication of The Athole Collection. read more