The Inchcolm Antiphoner In brief Date - 18 June 2026Venue - Reid Concert HallPerformers - Fraser Fifield (soprano saxophone), with Sue McKenzie (alto), Martin Kershaw (tenor), Allon Beauvoisin (baritone) Book your free ticket on Eventbrite About the eventJoin us for a concert from Fraser Fifield, our Traditional Artist in Residence, as part of his final project in the role. Fraser has assembled an arrangement of the Inchcolm Antiphoner, Scotland's oldest known musical notation.The Inchcolm Antiphoner is a manuscript of songs in praise of Saint Columba, composed on Inchcolm island during the 13th century. Fraser has arranged it to be performed by a quartet of saxophones, including himself (soprano sax), along with Sue McKenzie (alto), Martin Kershaw (tenor), Allon Beauvoisin (baritone).About the Traditional Artist in ResidenceFraser Fifield is a multi-instrumentalist and composer from Scotland, performing on low whistle, saxophone, and bagpipes. His distinctive instrumental voice draws influence from many sources; Scottish folk is identifiably present but also Jazz, Indian, Balkan and more. He currently holds the post of Traditional Artist in Residence at Edinburgh University.Over a 30-year career, Fraser has performed with many influential bands from the Scottish folk scene and released a series of acclaimed solo recordings. His most recent, ‘One Great Circle’, refers to the legacy of Traveller Stanley Robertson, and features Chris Stout and Catriona McKay. It is Fraser’s 10th studio album to feature his original compositions and was released on 8th March 2024.How to attendThis event is open to all, and free to attend. You can reserve your free spot via Eventbrite. Book your free ticket on Eventbrite Are you interested in Celtic and Scottish Studies?We offer three undergraduate degrees and a number of postgraduate programmes, both taught and research-led, drawing on excellent teaching and research and access to world-leading collections and archives. Find out more about studying Celtic and Scottish Studies at Edinburgh Tags Celtic and Scottish Studies Jun 18 2026 19.00 - 21.00 The Inchcolm Antiphoner In his final project as Traditional Artist in Residence, Fraser Fifield will be part of a saxophone quartet performing his arrangements of the Inchcolm Antiphoner, Scotland's oldest known manuscript. Reid Concert Hall 14 Bristo Square University of Edinburgh EH8 9AG Find the venue: Reid Concert Hall Book your free ticket on Eventbrite
The Inchcolm Antiphoner In brief Date - 18 June 2026Venue - Reid Concert HallPerformers - Fraser Fifield (soprano saxophone), with Sue McKenzie (alto), Martin Kershaw (tenor), Allon Beauvoisin (baritone) Book your free ticket on Eventbrite About the eventJoin us for a concert from Fraser Fifield, our Traditional Artist in Residence, as part of his final project in the role. Fraser has assembled an arrangement of the Inchcolm Antiphoner, Scotland's oldest known musical notation.The Inchcolm Antiphoner is a manuscript of songs in praise of Saint Columba, composed on Inchcolm island during the 13th century. Fraser has arranged it to be performed by a quartet of saxophones, including himself (soprano sax), along with Sue McKenzie (alto), Martin Kershaw (tenor), Allon Beauvoisin (baritone).About the Traditional Artist in ResidenceFraser Fifield is a multi-instrumentalist and composer from Scotland, performing on low whistle, saxophone, and bagpipes. His distinctive instrumental voice draws influence from many sources; Scottish folk is identifiably present but also Jazz, Indian, Balkan and more. He currently holds the post of Traditional Artist in Residence at Edinburgh University.Over a 30-year career, Fraser has performed with many influential bands from the Scottish folk scene and released a series of acclaimed solo recordings. His most recent, ‘One Great Circle’, refers to the legacy of Traveller Stanley Robertson, and features Chris Stout and Catriona McKay. It is Fraser’s 10th studio album to feature his original compositions and was released on 8th March 2024.How to attendThis event is open to all, and free to attend. You can reserve your free spot via Eventbrite. Book your free ticket on Eventbrite Are you interested in Celtic and Scottish Studies?We offer three undergraduate degrees and a number of postgraduate programmes, both taught and research-led, drawing on excellent teaching and research and access to world-leading collections and archives. Find out more about studying Celtic and Scottish Studies at Edinburgh Tags Celtic and Scottish Studies Jun 18 2026 19.00 - 21.00 The Inchcolm Antiphoner In his final project as Traditional Artist in Residence, Fraser Fifield will be part of a saxophone quartet performing his arrangements of the Inchcolm Antiphoner, Scotland's oldest known manuscript. Reid Concert Hall 14 Bristo Square University of Edinburgh EH8 9AG Find the venue: Reid Concert Hall Book your free ticket on Eventbrite
Jun 18 2026 19.00 - 21.00 The Inchcolm Antiphoner In his final project as Traditional Artist in Residence, Fraser Fifield will be part of a saxophone quartet performing his arrangements of the Inchcolm Antiphoner, Scotland's oldest known manuscript.
