NASC Concert: The North Atlantic Song Connection
(Sat 12 Apr: 7:30pm)
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of song featuring a stunning line-up of international and local artists. This special event showcases the rich diversity of traditional songs from across the North Atlantic region, celebrating the unique voices and cultures that connect us.
From beautiful ballads to rousing choruses, this concert promises to be a highlight of the weekend — don’t miss it!
Performers include local Scottish singers Alasdair Whyte and Robyn Stapleton; Emma Björling, Anna Wikénius and Lotta Andersson from Sweden; Dominie Hooper and Ruth Keggin from England and Isle of Man respectively, Irish singer Nuala Kennedy and guest from the USA Molly Gawler.
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The North Atlantic Song Convention (NASC) returns to the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh, for three days of traditional song celebration from 11-13 April 2025. Through concerts, workshops, talks, and informal song circles, this welcoming gathering brings together singers and enthusiasts from across the North Atlantic region. Whether you're a professional performer, an academic researcher, or simply love traditional song, NASC offers an inclusive space to share, learn, and celebrate our rich, diverse singing heritage. Guests attending hail from Scotland, Ireland, England, Sweden, Canada, the USA, and beyond.
Purchase a Weekend Pass to make the most of the Convention. Passes are priced £45/£35 concession. These will allow you to book free tickets for all events; if you are planning to attend five or more events across the weekend the Pass will pay for itself (six events if you are eligible for a Concession Pass).
NASC is supported by: Creative Scotland Heritage Lottery Fund; Traditional Arts & Culture Scotland; Traditional Music Forum (Scotland); Access Folk; Kongero, Bagaduce Music.
A booking fee of £1.50 is charged per transaction. If you are a Scottish Storytelling Centre Supporter or a NASC Delegate Pass holder please add a full price ticket to the basket and your discount will apply automatically at checkout.
- Conference
- £10.00
- 12 April 2025
- 120 minutes
- 19:30
- Scottish Storytelling Centre
- Netherbow Theatre