Music Events

Biggar RBL Pipeband practice on a Wednesday evening from 6.30 pm – 8.30pm in the RBL Hall, South Back Road, Biggar. We are always on the lookout for new players / learners. If you want to learn then feel free to come along.

🎶✨ 50% OFF Tribute Nights this January & February at Tinto Hotel! ✨🎶

Start the year with great music, great food, and an unbeatable deal! Enjoy our popular Tribute Nights at HALF PRICE—with dinner & live entertainment for just £27.50 per person. 🥂

Want to make a night of it? Stay over for only £49.50 per person, including dinner, tribute entertainment, and breakfast, based on two people sharing.

🎤 2026 Tribute Acts Include:

• George Michaels & Robbie Williams

• Neil Diamond & Kenny Rogers

• Through the Decades – hits from the 60s to the 90s

• Dolly Parton & Shania Twain

Spaces are limited—book now and enjoy brilliant nights out for less!

Book Ticket – https://tinyurl.com/tintovouchers

Book DBB – https://tinyurl.com/tintohotelDBB

or call 0899 308 454

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New members welcome!

Every Tuesday at St Mary’s Church Hall, North Back Road , Biggar at 7.30pm

Biggar RBL Pipeband practice on a Wednesday evening from 6.30 pm – 8.30pm in the RBL Hall, South Back Road, Biggar. We are always on the lookout for new players / learners. If you want to learn then feel free to come along.

Last Thursday of each month, from 8pm in the Elphinstone Hotel

For programme details goto www.clydesdalefolkclub.net

Coming originally from Dorset, Graham has been a stalwart of the Scottish Folk Scene for many years now. 

Great musicianship and lovely songs

Graham will also be supported by a performance from Canadian folk singer Mallory Chipman who is currently on tour in the UK

Last Thursday of each month, from 8pm in the Elphinstone Hotel

For programme details goto www.clydesdalefolkclub.net

New members welcome!

Every Tuesday at St Mary’s Church Hall, North Back Road , Biggar at 7.30pm

Biggar RBL Pipeband practice on a Wednesday evening from 6.30 pm – 8.30pm in the RBL Hall, South Back Road, Biggar. We are always on the lookout for new players / learners. If you want to learn then feel free to come along.

🎶✨ 50% OFF Tribute Nights this January & February at Tinto Hotel! ✨🎶

Start the year with great music, great food, and an unbeatable deal! Enjoy our popular Tribute Nights at HALF PRICE—with dinner & live entertainment for just £27.50 per person. 🥂

Want to make a night of it? Stay over for only £49.50 per person, including dinner, tribute entertainment, and breakfast, based on two people sharing.

🎤 2026 Tribute Acts Include:

• George Michaels & Robbie Williams

• Neil Diamond & Kenny Rogers

• Through the Decades – hits from the 60s to the 90s

• Dolly Parton & Shania Twain

Spaces are limited—book now and enjoy brilliant nights out for less!

Book Ticket – https://tinyurl.com/tintovouchers

Book DBB – https://tinyurl.com/tintohotelDBB

or call 0899 308 454

#TintoHotelTributes #50Off #LiveMusic #TributeNights #JanuaryDeals #FebruaryFun

New members welcome!

Every Tuesday at St Mary’s Church Hall, North Back Road , Biggar at 7.30pm

Biggar RBL Pipeband practice on a Wednesday evening from 6.30 pm – 8.30pm in the RBL Hall, South Back Road, Biggar. We are always on the lookout for new players / learners. If you want to learn then feel free to come along.

An opportunity to play an instrument, sing a song or simply listen in what is a warm and friendly atmosphere in a great pub.

ALL ABILITIES WELCOMED AND ENCOURAGED!!

CONNAUGHT BRASS

Bach, Rameau (arr. Foster), Handel (arr. Barnes),
Ewald, Dani Howard (New Commission), Felix Blumenfeld (arr. Akugbo), Fauré
(arr. Foster), Crespo

“TECHNICALLY ASTONISHING, ECLECTIC IN REPERTOIRE, AND
PREPARED TO EXPLODE CLICHES OF WHAT BRASS CHAMBER MUSIC SHOULD SOUND LIKE” –
THE ARTS DESK

Winners of the Inaugural Philip Jones International Brass
Ensemble Competition and the Royal Overseas League Competition, Connaught Brass
seek to redefine how brass chamber music is perceived.

The Connaughts have shared their music-making widely across
the UK and Europe at venues including London’s Wigmore Hall, the Lucerne
Festival, De Doelen Rotterdam, Societá Filarmonica Trento, the Barbican, Snape
Maltings, Kings Place, St Martin-in-the-Fields, St George’s Bristol, Hidden
Doors Arts Festival Edinburgh and Music for Wexford Ireland. Additional
highlights include performing live on radio from the Concertgebouw’s
Spiegelzaal and regularly on BBC Radio 3’s In Tune programme. 

The
25/26 season will see the group make debuts in Norway and Belgium, and tour
Scotland, alongside an extensive UK schedule at venues including The
Bridgewater Hall, St-Martin-in-the-Fields, St George’s Bristol and Turner Sims
Concert Hall.

New members welcome!

Every Tuesday at St Mary’s Church Hall, North Back Road , Biggar at 7.30pm

Biggar RBL Pipeband practice on a Wednesday evening from 6.30 pm – 8.30pm in the RBL Hall, South Back Road, Biggar. We are always on the lookout for new players / learners. If you want to learn then feel free to come along.

Blues-Rock from the ‘Southern Black Forest’ – Germany

Blue Deal’s debut album “Holy Ground” (2022) received excellent reviews from the international and national trade press.

This was followed by winning the “German Blues Challenge” in 2023, then reaching the semi-finals of the “International Blues Challenge” in Memphis (USA) in January 2024.

In May 2024, their second studio album “Can’t Kill Me Twice” was released on the renowned blues label “Dixiefrog” based out of Paris which also received excellent reviews, winning the “German Blues Award” – Best Album 2024.

Their latest album “Make a Change” has just been released (October 2025) and is already gaining worldwide recognition with rave reviews from press and listeners alike!

Fresh, powerful and experienced, Blue Deal are a force to reckoned with!

The synergy of Tom Vela, one of the best guitarists of the ‘New Blues Generation’ with their musical powerhouse of a drummer, Jürgen Schneckenburger, groove-meister Willi Macht on bass and multi-instrumentalist and frontman Joe Fischer (former Cadillac Blues Band) makes Blue Deal an innovative cross-generational project.

From Roots Blues to pure Rock – everything in between – and beyond. Much to the delight of fans and the international trade press!

Blue Deal’s full range can only be felt and experienced live, so secure your tickets now for an up close and personal show from one of the best bands on the scene!

🎶✨ 50% OFF Tribute Nights this January & February at Tinto Hotel! ✨🎶

Start the year with great music, great food, and an unbeatable deal! Enjoy our popular Tribute Nights at HALF PRICE—with dinner & live entertainment for just £27.50 per person. 🥂

Want to make a night of it? Stay over for only £49.50 per person, including dinner, tribute entertainment, and breakfast, based on two people sharing.

🎤 2026 Tribute Acts Include:

• George Michaels & Robbie Williams

• Neil Diamond & Kenny Rogers

• Through the Decades – hits from the 60s to the 90s

• Dolly Parton & Shania Twain

Spaces are limited—book now and enjoy brilliant nights out for less!

Book Ticket – https://tinyurl.com/tintovouchers

Book DBB – https://tinyurl.com/tintohotelDBB

or call 0899 308 454

#TintoHotelTributes #50Off #LiveMusic #TributeNights #JanuaryDeals #FebruaryFun

New members welcome!

Every Tuesday at St Mary’s Church Hall, North Back Road , Biggar at 7.30pm

Biggar RBL Pipeband practice on a Wednesday evening from 6.30 pm – 8.30pm in the RBL Hall, South Back Road, Biggar. We are always on the lookout for new players / learners. If you want to learn then feel free to come along.

Last Thursday of each month, from 8pm in the Elphinstone Hotel

For programme details goto www.clydesdalefolkclub.net

Two of the nicest people in folk music.

Just lovely singing, close harmony and great musicianship!!

Last Thursday of each month, from 8pm in the Elphinstone Hotel

For programme details goto www.clydesdalefolkclub.net

Piers Adams is widely regarded as one of the greatest
recorder players of our time. Over his 40-year career he has recorded numerous
CDs and given thousands of concerts and broadcasts across the world with
his iconic baroque ensemble Red Priest and as soloist in many other
contexts.  His dream to combine the
simplicity of the recorder with the possibilities offered by modern-day synth
technology led to the release of ground-breaking album Bach Side of the Moon in 2018 (which reached no.5 in the
international New Age charts) and to the formation of Baroque Alchemy.

Lyndy Mayle studied piano and harpsichord at Chetham’s
School of Music and the Royal College of Music. She has worked as music
director of several productions at the National Theatre in London and as a
recording artist on film and TV soundtracks. 
Moving away from the performing world she practised for many years as a
music therapist before developing her reputation as a highly respected piano
teacher.  Baroque Alchemy marks her
return to the concert platform – and to her early music roots – and she brings a
wealth of musical experience, passion and spirit to this joyful musical
collaboration.

An opportunity to play an instrument, sing a song or simply listen in what is a warm and friendly atmosphere in a great pub.

ALL ABILITIES WELCOMED AND ENCOURAGED!!

Brother Sea are a Celtic Folk Fusion band from the Moray coast.

Brother Sea’s music is that of departure, adventure and new beginnings that will sweep you away with a sense of boldness and innocence. With hypnotic vocals accompanied by a playful twist on classic folk instruments they create a sense of awe and intrigue with songs like campfire stories exploring heritage and folklore as they gently flicker through captivating soundscapes.

Kristian Lannen / Lead Vocal & Acoustic Guitar
Calum Ingram / Cello & Vocal
Adam Csenki / Fiddle, Piano & Vocal
Tim Ness / Highland Pipes, Whistle
Donal McCruden / Drums & Percussion
Lorna Thomas / Bass & Vocal

Brother Sea have performed live all over the UK and Europe and are quickly becoming a festival favourite with a wondrous sound billowing through their heart felt sails held fast by the ropes of desire to deeply connect with any audience.

Tickets available through weblink or in person through Arcadia Music Shop, Biggar.

“If Fleetwood Mac had grown up on a pirate ship they’d sound like this!”

Ed Leigh, BBC Ski Sunday

“Circadian is a brilliant, thought-provoking single from Brother Sea. The story-telling is compelling, the harmonies hypnotic and is, overall, a beautiful song.”

Daniel Pascoe – BBC Radio Cornwall

“Beautifully crafted chords, intricate lead parts and glowing harmonies make Circadian the go-to feel good song on your Summer Playlist. Could the lyrics be more fitting to the time we currently find ourselves in, ‘Colours emerge from the dark.’ I’m a believer, and you will be too.”

Joel Richardson – Blackstar Amplification.

“Brother Sea – a refreshing wave of original songs and fine musicianship, but also adept at great renditions of traditional pieces.“

Hamish Burgess – Maui Celtic Radio Show

Last Thursday of each month, from 8pm in the Elphinstone Hotel

For programme details goto www.clydesdalefolkclub.net

Last Thursday of each month, from 8pm in the Elphinstone Hotel

For programme details goto www.clydesdalefolkclub.net

Based in Glasgow, Jim King is a singer/songwriter of ( mostly) contemporary folk songs entertwined with nice, sometimes sad stories and bits of witty satire presented in musical form 

Last Thursday of each month, from 8pm in the Elphinstone Hotel

For programme details goto www.clydesdalefolkclub.net

Last Thursday of each month, from 8pm in the Elphinstone Hotel

For programme details goto www.clydesdalefolkclub.net

For what began as a side project for Michael Weston King & Lou Dalgleish, a simple labour of love, a homage to the classic country duets of the 60’s and 70’s, My Darling Clementine has grown and grown and now some rivals the solo careers of it’s two main protagonists.

Outstanding songwriters and singers individually, who between them have worked with such diverse artists as Nick Cave, Bryan Ferry, The Brodsky Quartet, Steve Earle, Nils Lofgren, Ron Sexsmith, & Graham Parker, together they create harmonious magic and are a formidable musical force.

In a 13 year period they have released six critically acclaimed albums, a DVD collection, and played over 1000 shows right across the world. The numerous accolades and awards they have won has placed the band at the forefront of the ever burgeoning Americana scene.

As well as showcasing brand new songs, the current live show is a deep dive into their extensive and revered back catalogue. Michael and Lou’s songs have been covered by over 40 different artists and featured in various films and TV shows. Lou’s song No Matter What Tammy Said was placed in the top 25 country songs of the 21st Century by Country Music People magazine, while Michael’s song Riding The Range was covered by the late, great Townes Van Zandt.

Given their mutual love of other songwriters, expect a tastefully chosen cover version or two, including something written by Elvis Costello. Their 2021 album Country Darkness, a collection of Costello songs re-interpreted for duet, was made in collaboration with EC’s long standing pianist Steve Nieve.

We are delighted to welcome Carrie Martin back to the Arcadia Music Cafe!

Carrie is a renowned singer/songwriter and guitarist from East Yorkshire. Singing self penned songs, written from the heart.

Her passion is intricate guitar work in open tunings, beautiful and sometimes haunting melodies and genuine connection with her audience. We’re big fans here at AMC after she played a mesmerising set during Biggar Little Festival 2025. She also loves to pop in the odd classic cover to keep everyone on their toes.

You’ll also get to meet her wonderful cast of instruments, who all play their part in creating such a rich tapestry of sound.

If you’re a guitarist, music lover, enjoy well crafted beautiful songs or wish to spend the evening wrapped in a warm musical embrace then this night is for you!