Dol Fodha Na Grèine Crowdfunder
I’m excited to introduce “Dol fodha na grèine” (Gaelic for Sunset), a musical suite blending centuries-old Scottish tunes with new compositions. This project is created as a companion piece to Aly Bain’s groundbreaking “Follow the Moonstone,” celebrating its 30th anniversary. It’s a crowdfunder to raise £5000 to help with rehearsal costs to pay the musicians.
https://igg.me/at/dol-fodha-na-greine
Our new work brings together renowned musicians Dave Milligan (piano) and Alana MacInnes (bagpipes, whistle), along with a string quintet. Your support will directly fund the crucial rehearsals for our premiere performance at the Celtic Connections festival in January 2025. By contributing, you’ll help bring this unique celebration of Scottish culture to life, ensuring our musicians are fully prepared to showcase our rich musical heritage on an international stage, while honoring a pivotal work in Scottish traditional music.
What We Need & What You Get:
We’re aiming to raise £5,000 to support the final stages of our project. Here’s how your contribution will be used:
– £3,500 for musician fees during our rehearsal period in January
– £1,000 for venue rental and equipment
– £500 for promotional materials and documentation
Perks:
£10: Digital download of a single track from the rehearsal
£25: Early access to a rehearsal video clip + Your name listed as a supporter on our website
£50: All £25 perks + Digital sheet music + Digital booklet about the project’s music
£75: All £50 perks + A real postcard from South Uist, signed by Simon
£100: All £75 perks + Behind-the-scenes digital photo album + Personalized thank you email
£250: All £100 perks + Access to exclusive online Q&A + Digital certificate of appreciation
£500: All £250 perks + Signed digital poster + Virtual meet-and-greet with musicians
The Impact:
Your support will:
1. Create new Scottish music that respects tradition while being innovative
2. Give work to skilled Scottish musicians
3. Make a lasting piece of Scottish cultural heritage