Garioch Fiddlers

The Garioch Fiddlers Strathspey and Reel Society was formed in 1982 in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire by the late Bruce Turnbull with around fifteen founder members. Following the death of Bruce Turnbull in the mid-eighties, Alex Garden took control for a short time then Dorothy Ferguson took over as conductor and musical director, and it’s under her leadership and with her musical arrangements that the Society has developed its own particular “sound”. Working with Depute conductor, Colin Dempster and Leader, Jim Emslie, a balanced programme suited to the occasion is always produced.

In December 2007 the Society celebrated its 25th Anniversary of its formation, an appropriate time to recognize what has been sustained throughout that time. Whilst predominantly fiddlers, players of complementary instruments are made most welcome and the 'Garioch Fiddlers' together produce a quality sound evident in their concerts, CD's and of course, the Annual Rally in Inverurie Town Hall.

Throughout the many years of the Society’s existence they have performed, and continue to perform all over the north-east of Scotland to raise funds for church groups, charities and local organisations. They have for some years given a biennial concert in support of a local charity in towns around Scotland and North England.

The overall effect and attraction of the Garioch Fiddlers is one of welcome inclusion which continues through weekly support and encouragement, typified by conductor Dorothy Ferguson and members of the team who give so much, so willingly.

Just a note about our name – Garioch is pronounced “Gearie” (rhyming with “dearie”). The Garioch is an area of the countryside in Aberdeenshire that takes in our home base of Inverurie.

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