19th January – 5th February 2012
In January 2012, Glasgow will once again provide the backdrop for Celtic Connections, one of the world’s largest and most prominent winter music festivals.
Taking place over 18 days, the UK’s premiere celtic & folk music festival will provide several tons of entertainment that will make sure Scotland’s first city is bustling, buzzing and back to life after the festive period!
Celtic Connections, a major event in the folk and world music calendar, returns in 2012 for it’s 189h year. This years line-up looks to be better than ever, with acts including Danny Kyle, Ricky Ross, Marty Stuart, Rosanne Cash, The Blind Boys of Alabama and Eddi Reader.
Each year, the very best in homegrown Scottish talent is joined by visitors from around the globe. 2012 will see more than 1,500 artists from every continent performing in 300 events in 14 venues across the city, all within 18 days.
You can look forward to more than 300 concerts, ceilidhs, talks, free events, workshops and late-night sessions in venues throughout Glasgow.
More information about this fantastic festival can be found on the official Celtic Connections website. Tickets can be obtained at separate venues (online or in person).
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