Since its genesis in 1994, Celtic Connections has grown way beyond the expectations of its organisers and audience across Glasgow, Scotland and, indeed, the world.
Since its genesis in 1994, Celtic Connections has grown way beyond the expectations of its organisers and audience across Glasgow, Scotland and, indeed, the world.
Festival favourites past and present, clockwise from left: Stanley Odd, a young Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham, Dick Gaughan and JD McPherson
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From humble beginnings, this celebration of “Celtic” music is now known worldwide. By Vic Galloway
During its 20 years, the programme has expanded and diversified to encompass a massive array of different ages, ethnic groups, creeds, philosophies and, most importantly, musical genres. As it stands now, the whole "Celtic" term has been stretched in so many directions that perhaps the festival has helped widen its very definition – at least as far as music is concerned.
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