In the seven years since her debut recording, Lindsay has continued her busy musical schedule, playing at a wide range of functions. The band have recorded four excellent broadcasts for BBC Radio Scotland's "Take The Floor", including a live recording from Dingwall. From 1995 to 1997, Lindsay also played accordion in Scotland's longest running show, "Scottish Showtime" at the Cummings Hotel, Inverness. Playing for dances is often the focus of weekend functions, and Lindsay continues to be a popular guest artist at Accordion and Fiddle Clubs throughout Scotland. Accordionist Lindsay Weir and her Scottish Dance Band present a set of twenty different ceilidh dances on this recording. An enjoyable variety, is presented, with slow and moderate dances taking turns with more lively ones. Being the lead player of a band, Lindsay's playing is technically competent, emphasising the dance character of each tune. It's pleasant to hear the piano being dominant in a rhythm section as well as supporting the melody with some fine arrangements, instead of "hogging" solos. An excellent job done here! If you enjoy Scottish dance music, I am sure this CD of accordionist Lindsay Weir and her Scottish dance Band will be attractive to you. |
