Concert to celebrate Inverness Castle transformation

A concert featuring music inspired by the newly-opened Inverness Castle Experience is to be held next month.

Spirit of the Highlands will explore stories behind the transformation of the Victorian-era building from a sheriff court and jail into a visitor attraction.

Gaelic singer Julie Fowlis is among the artists confirmed for the musical event at Inverness’ Eden Court on 31 March.

Caithness composer James Ross will premiere a new piece of music called River, which was inspired by a new tapestry stitched by volunteers and on display in the castle.

A Castle Cèilidh forms part of the event, with Anna Massie, Gary Innes, Bruce MacGregor and Lauren MacColl among musicians taking part.

Concert producer Bryan Beattie, said: “This concert offers the chance to experience the castle in a completely different way – not through exhibition or interpretation – but through music created by artists who helped shape its unique voice.

“It’ll be a brilliant night, and a real showcase for the area’s musical talent. It’s a terrific line-up, and a reminder of just how significant Highland musicians are in Scotland.”

The £47m Inverness Castle Experience was officially opened in a ceremony on Monday.