Various Instruments

A collection of the many instruments that are part of the Scottish tradition. These range from concertina to guitar to mandolin and others. One of the brilliant aspects of the Scottish tradition is that anyone can take part. We want to encourage people from all backgrounds to enjoy our beautiful music so if you are a bassoon player or take your cello out at weekends why not try Scottish music - you'll love it!

	Various Instruments Spotlight
Tony McManus - The Maker's Mark by Tony McManus Wonderful playing from Tony here. Tony has recorded every track featuring a different amazing 'Dream Guitars' guitar. In 2009 , a reader's poll awarded Tony Acoustic Guitar Magazine's Gold Award in the Celtic Guitarist category. £12.50 LISTEN

Categories Guitar, banjo etc These very popular stringed instruments can be the bedrock of a band and also great to hear solo in their own right. Harmonica (Moothie) The moothie or harmonica as it is sometimes known (!) sounds brilliant when playing 2/4 marches and reels. Here's a selection of recordings featuring the instrument. Piano This beautiful instrument sounds at its best when playing Scottish music. Have a listen to our selection of CDs. Whistle One of the simplest of all instruments, the whistle makes of the purest sounds and some of the best recordings. Have a listen to our selection of CDs. Concertina Quite simply one of the best instruments ever. Various Instrument Books A selection of books that will help you join in and play along to the CDs.