Fraser Fifield Trio
Fraser Fifield
Gigs
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In April 2005 the Fraser Fifield Trio released their first recording 'Slow Stream' on Tanar Records. The trio have been playing together for three and a half years, creating original music. The music has not been easy to categorise yet is frequently acclaimed by critics and audiences. |
The groups current line-up is:
- Graeme Stephen on electric guitar
- Drummer Stuart Ritchie
- Fraser Fifield on soprano saxophone, low whistles and bagpipes
While having a sound that identifies Fraser Fifield Trio as Scottish, the band combine a multitude of styles. Celtic, jazz, Scandinavian, Eastern European and improvisation all blend to make 'surprising, beautiful, original music.' ABC Australia
'The steadily growing overlap between the Scottish folk and jazz scenes has been a rich source of invention in recent years. Even in this context Fraser Fifield has emerged as one of today's outstanding talents.' Sunday Herald
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Fifield's original compositions provide the mainstay of the group's repertoire. There are some notable exceptions such as 'Lament For The Children,' a striking re-working of the ancient MacCrimmon melody. The track features soprano saxophone, guitar loops, hollow-bodied electric guitar, bowed cymbals and drumkit. |
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Those who know Fraser Fifield's playing will be familiar with his very individual style of piping. He's played with groups such:
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Perhaps the most memorable gig of 2004 for Fraser Fifield Trio was their apperance at Baku International Jazz Festival, Azerbaijan. The strong Celtic element in the band's sound seemed to resonate strongly with the Azeri audiences who made the band feel very welcome during their week's stay in April. |
After a temporary period of absense from the trio the Highland pipes have found their place again. They add an exciting new window of sound for the band. Some previously unattempted feats of piping will certainly be attempted at upcoming gigs...
| For more information on the Fraser Fitfield Trio and to listen and buy 'Slow Stream', have a look at the Fraser Fifield Trio website. | |