Learn Gaelic lullabies with Rachel Walker | Soundhouse Winter Festival

Join Rachel Walker for a heartwarming workshop focussing on tàlaidhean - Gaelic lullabies. Besides being taught the melodies and lyrics, you’ll learn about the stories behind the songs. Often there is more to a lullaby than just a gentle tune that will put a wee one to sleep. Some of the songs give the mother a chance to vent her grievances and put forward her point of view!

There is no requirement to have any experience of Gaelic singing for this workshop – some interest and enthusiasm will go a long way. These songs are just beautiful and a joy to sing as a group.

In addition to being a world class singer, musician and composer, your tutor Rachel Walker is a renowned teacher and conductor. She led the Lochaber District Gaelic Choir until 2022 and currently works as a lecturer in music at the West Highland College UHI. She is also the Gaelic song tutor at the National Centre of Excellence in Traditional Music in Plockton.