{"id":4203,"date":"2025-03-27T20:45:08","date_gmt":"2025-03-27T20:45:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projects.handsupfortrad.scot\/scotpodcast\/?p=4203"},"modified":"2025-04-07T14:21:24","modified_gmt":"2025-04-07T13:21:24","slug":"adam-sutherland-from-scottish-fiddle-to-orchestral-film-composition-hands-up-for-trad-interview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projects.handsupfortrad.scot\/scotpodcast\/2025\/03\/27\/adam-sutherland-from-scottish-fiddle-to-orchestral-film-composition-hands-up-for-trad-interview\/","title":{"rendered":"Adam Sutherland: From Scottish Fiddle to Orchestral Film Composition | Hands Up for Trad Interview"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Adam Sutherland: From Scottish Fiddle to Orchestral Film Composition | Hands Up for Trad Interview\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jhf2davfKdg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Join us for a conversation with award-winning Scottish fiddler and composer Adam Sutherland. From his roots on the shores of Loch Ness to his acclaimed work with Session A9 and Treacherous Orchestra, Adam has established himself as one of Scotland&#8217;s most innovative traditional musicians.<\/p>\n<p>In this interview, Adam discusses his popular YouTube channel where he shares tune-writing techniques, his recent track &#8220;Mary Leaps In&#8221; after a four-year creative chrysalis, and his ambitious plans to become a leading Scottish orchestral film composer. We also explore his celebrated tune book &#8220;The Road to Errogie&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a long-time fan or new to Adam&#8217;s music, this conversation offers fascinating insights into the creative process of one of Scotland&#8217;s most talented composers.<\/p>\n<p>Follow Adam:<br \/>\nYouTube: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@errogiemusic\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@errogiemusic<\/a><br \/>\nBandcamp: <a href=\"https:\/\/adamsutherland.bandcamp.com\/music\">https:\/\/adamsutherland.bandcamp.com\/music<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Hands Up for Trad promotes Scottish traditional music through our YouTube channel, podcasts, and events. Founded during lockdown, we aim to showcase the vibrant Scottish traditional music scene and its talented musicians.<\/p>\n<p>Tinto Summer School 2025 &#8211; celebrating its 25th anniversary! Limited places still available (7-12th July): https:\/\/projects.handsupfortrad.scot\/tintosummerschool\/<br \/>\nSubscribe to our channel for more interviews, performances and insights from Scotland&#8217;s traditional music scene!<\/p>\n<p>00:00 &#8211; Welcome<br \/>\n01:03 &#8211; Celebrating Tinto Summer School<br \/>\n02:24 &#8211; Adam Sutherland&#8217;s YouTube Channel<br \/>\n06:35 &#8211; Challenges in Composition<br \/>\n11:44 &#8211; Encouragement for Aspiring Composers<br \/>\n14:25 &#8211; International Reach of Adam&#8217;s Music<br \/>\n16:54 &#8211; Personal Growth and New Releases<br \/>\n17:28 &#8211; The Impact of the Pandemic<br \/>\n21:48 &#8211; Goals and Aspirations in Music<br \/>\n26:08 &#8211; Incorporating Traditional Roots<br \/>\n44:24 &#8211; Advice for Young Musicians<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Join us for a conversation with award-winning Scottish fiddler and composer Adam Sutherland. 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