Kinnaris Q and Sidiki Jobarteh Trio

KINNARIS Q (formerly Kinnaris Quintet) is the powerhouse Glasgow group forging new attitudes towards traditional and contemporary folk music. With their signature sound, full of enthusiasm, their music is a celebration of culture, connection, and the sheer joy of making music together. Expect hints of Scottish, Irish, Bluegrass, Classical and Scandinavian music.

Now a four-piece, the band is made up of Jenn Butterworth (guitar, octave, stomp), Laura-Beth Salter (mandolin, tenor guitar), Aileen Reid (5-string fiddle), and Fiona MacAskill (fiddle).

They return to Celtic Connections ready to kick on. Brace yourself for intricate arrangements, uplifting harmonies and big, bold, party vibes to warm the soul.

“Such a joy… some of the musicians I admire most.” (George Ezra)

The Sidiki Jobarteh Trio brings tremendous youthful excitement and energy directly from the Gambian Mandinka tradition to the Celtic Connections stage. Mentored by the acclaimed Sona Jobarteh, the trio features her 18-year-old son Sidiki Jobarteh and 24-year-old cousin Musa Filly Jobarteh, alongside Carllo Yaboy (24). All three sing and deliver vibrant guitar and percussion work, captivating audiences with their exuberant dancing at major UK festivals. Experience the dynamic roots and rhythms of this compelling new generation.