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Rachel’s inspiration:

Margaret Fay Shaw (1903-2004) was brought up in Pennsylvania. Musical from a young age, she trained as a classical pianist until a rheumatic condition made it too difficult for her to play. Facing a decision with what to do with the rest of her life, she referred to herself as a ‘little sparrow, blown off course’, and in 1929 travelled to Uist to learn about the life and culture of the Gaels. Shortly after arriving, she heard the singing of Màiri MacRae and, struck by its beauty, asked if she could take up lodgings with Màiri and her siter Peigi in Glendale, South Uist. There she spent the next four years immersed in their way of life, discovering the ‘symphony of the life of these marvellous people’ and collecting songs, stories and photographs of the people, work and landscapes of South Uist.

Margaret’s collections continue to make a huge impact on the world of Gaelic and folk music, and her archives are now held by the National Trust for Scotland in Canna House where she lived and continued to collect songs for many years. Her book ‘Folksongs and Folklore of South Uist’ is a treasured resource for many Gaelic singers, myself included.

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from Despite the Wind and Rain, released November 25, 2022
Lyrics by Rachel Walker and Marcas Mac an Tuairneir
Music by Rachel Walker
Arranged by Rachel Walker and Aaron Jones
Strings arranged by Rachel Walker

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Rachel Walker (Vocals, Keys)
Aaron Jones (Guitar, Vocals)
Katrina Lee (Violin)
Patsy Reid (Violin)
Rhoslyn Lawton (Viola)
Alice Allen (Cello)

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Bringing together one of Scotland's finest Gaelic singers and songwriters with one of the country's foremost folk singers and accompanists, Rachel Walker and Aaron Jones celebrate songs both from the traditional and contemporary repertoire with a focus on vocal harmony and sensitive arrangements. ... more

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