Jan 14, 2012

The Ciaran Dorris Sunday Session this Sunday, the last for the duration of Celtic Connections, will be a special celebration of the long awaited new albums by top Edinburgh songwriter Tom Fairnie who is a long time friend of the show.

‘As Eden lay in Darkness’ and ‘Banishment’ have been a long time in coming.

Tom and his wife Jane, who also sings on the albums, will join Ciaran to talk about the project and about his songwriting career to date.

Ciaran Dorris Sunday Session, 15 January 2012 5.00-7.00pm

Jan 7, 2012

Ciaran Dorris is back with a ‘guest’ castaway and as a special New Year treat all the way from Cedar Park in the The Lone Star State of Texas will be Lynn Durkee - ‘The Texas Fairy’ – long time listener to the show and also executive producer of ‘Thank Folk It’s Friday’.

Contact the programme via email at: studio@celticmusicradio.net or use the Ciaran Dorris Facebook page or via text on  07588 15 1530.

Ciaran Dorris Sunday Session, 8 January 2012, 5.00-7.00pm.

Nov 26, 2011

Ciaran’s guest ‘castaway’ on his Sunday Session this week will be Dave Shaw from the Perthshire-based Americana band Red PineTimber Co. (pictured).

Formed in the summer of 2009, Red Pine Timber Co. originally set out as a ‘loose’ collective of musicians led by former Southpaw singer-songwriter and guitarist Gavin Munro.

Playing an eclectic mix of Americana and Country influenced originals they have developed their unique sound within this genre mostly due to the inclusion of saxophone within the instrumentation.  Coupled with the somewhat contrasting musical backgrounds and talents of each band member, the combination blends tastefully in supporting songwriter Munro.

Red Pine Timber Co. are currently in the studio writing and recording their forthcoming debut album, aiming to set a release date sometime in the first half of 2012.

Ciaran Dorris Sunday Session, 27 November 2011 5.00-7.00pm.

Nov 20, 2011

Ciaran has another guest ‘castaway’ who on Sunday will be the acclaimed singer and songwriter Christine Bovill who is appearing at the Tron Theatre, Glasgow on 23-26 November.

A live performer with a world class voice, Christine Bovill has built her reputation on her interpretation of classic 20th century songs. With the release of Derby Street her first album, Christine reveals a major talent as a songwriter.

Born in Glasgow to a family of musicians you can listen to Christine with Cirian on Sunday tea-time.

Ciaran Dorris Sunday Session, 20 November 5.00-7.00pm

Nov 10, 2011

The guest ‘castaway’ on the Ciaran Dorris Sunday Session this week is young singer-songwriter Heather Young.

Born and brought up in Stonehouse, Lanarkshire, Heather is just 16 and displays a musical talent and maturity beyond her youth.  Having experienced an upbringing of music festivals, folk clubs and sessions with friends and family, her talents as a singer/songwriter have been founded on growing up within the folk traditions.

Her confidence, enthusiasm and natural ability to communicate her songs have been recognised by established musicians and the folk world where she is increasingly being asked to perform on the club and festival circuit.

Her haunting voice and accomplished guitar playing style are attracting new audiences wherever she plays.  As a member of the Lanarkshire Songwriters Group, Heather has developed as a writer and composer of her own music.  At the age of 15 she was accepted to perform at the Celtic Connections Danny Kyle Open Stage and was highly commended for her performance.

With a promising career in music ahead of her, Heather continues to enjoy playing at festivals, clubs and sessions across the country.

Ciaran Dorris Sunday Session, 13 November 5.00-7.00pm and Catch Up anytime.

Oct 27, 2011

Ciaran’s Sunday Session this Sunday 30 October will be a Halloween special ‘party’ with a round table discusssion on all things paranormal with two believers and two sceptics.

In the studio will be Kyle Gray psychic ‘Angel Whisperer’ for The Scottish Sun, Glasgow folk musician Gavin Livingstone, Angel therapist Diane Etherson and Ciaran’s trusted keyboard maestro Craig Dunsmore.

Listeners contributions to the debate are very welcome and the music will be mostly of the spooky variety!

You can contact the programme via email at: studio@celticmusicradio.net or use the Celtic Music Radio Facebook page or on Ciaran’s Facebook page or via text on  07588 15 1530.

Ciaran Dorris Sunday Session Halloween Special, 30 October 5.00-7.00pm.