Shooglenifty was formed in 1990 by musicians from the Scottish Highlands, Orkney and Edinburgh. Its bright spark was the idea of fusing traditional and traditional-sounding melodies with the beats and bass lines of a mixed bag of more contemporary influences. The Shoogles (as they’re known to their fans) have promoted Scottish music all over the world for three decades.
In October 2016, the band lost their fiddler Angus R Grant to cancer, and took the end of that year to take a well-earned pause. They were bowled over by the numerous tributes and stories shared about their influential front man, not to mention the outpouring of love for Angus on social media. In January 2017 they channelled that emotion into a tribute gig for Angus at Celtic Connections featuring no less than 62 musicians who were all touched by his music. In December 2017, A Night For Angus won Event of the Year at the Scottish Traditional Music Awards (Na Trads).
In February 2018, Eilidh Shaw joined the band as permanent fiddle player. Eilidh is a West Highland fiddler with a playful, infectious energy who was taught by Aonghas Grant (our Angus’s father).
The latest album, Acid Croft Vol 9, was released on 18 September 2020. A few crazy promo videos and a 50-minute live album launch were created during lockdown 2020 and they made virtual appearances on Celtic Connections and Edinburgh Tradfest in 2021. Now they can’t wait to get back to doing what they do best: playing live to big, bouncing audiences.
30 years together and still one of the most exciting bands on the scene.
Billy Rough, Folk Radio UK
Shooglenifty are the leading lights in Scotland’s inventive music scene. From the early nineties to current day they have led the pack with innovative arrangements, brilliant tunes and true worldwide appeal.
Simon Thoumire, Hands Up for Trad
Tickets £23.50
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Most of our shows use ‘cabaret-style’ seating. This means that your seats will be unreserved, which allows you to decide where to sit when you arrive.
The stalls (downstairs) are set up informally, with chairs around small tables, for a sociable, relaxed atmosphere, and somewhere to put your drink. Cabaret seating also allows space for dancing, which is highly encouraged at Victoria Hall!
For those who prefer a more ‘traditional’ theatre experience, the balcony seats are laid out in rows and raked, ensuring all seats have an excellent view.
For parties of six or more, tables in the stalls can be reserved- contact us to reserve a table. If you have reserved a table, we ask that at least one of your party turn up at least 30 minutes before the performance start time, in order to secure your table.
We can always reserve seating or wheelchair spaces in the stalls for those unable to use the stairs- just let us know when you book your tickets.
Please note, online bookings are subject to a booking fee. Tickets can also be bought by phone on 01729 825718, or in person at our box office. Opening hours are 10am-2pm, Monday-Friday.
Show end times given are an estimate only. Doors open 45 minutes before show start times.
Settle Victoria Hall reserves the right to turn away any customers not adhering to social-distancing laws, government guidelines, and/ or venue safeguarding policies.
Tickets are non-refundable, except in the case that the event or date has been changed by Settle Victoria Hall.
Accessibility
We want to make sure that we are open and welcoming to all, and that everyone can access and enjoy Victoria Hall.
If you require a wheelchair space or have other accessibility needs, we recommend that you call us on 01729 825718 to book tickets, and we will find you the best seats for your requirements. If you’re unable to call during our opening hours, please email us before booking with any seating or accessibility requirements that you may have.
Please note, due to the age and size of our building, not all of our seats can be made accessible.We will always do everything in our power to help you access and enjoy our events, but we cannot guarantee to meet your needs unless we are made aware of any requirements at or before time of booking.
For more information, see our access page.
