6000 deer. 200 people. 1 Jura Music Festival.

Celebrating it’s 17th year, The Isle of Jura Musical Festival is now a well established favourite for lovers of the traditional music scene.

At the Friday night concert locals and visitors from the nearby island of Islay set the scene for a weekend filled with toe-tapping, foot-stomping, elbow-fiddling musical pleasure when they step up to the stage and show off their talents.

On Saturday night it’s the professionals turn: With past performances by Blazin’ Fiddles, Karen Matheson, Michael McGoldrick, Anna Massie Band, Stuart Cassells, Dannsa, Samba ya Bamba, Deaf Shephard and Dochas, the festival has a history of promoting both up and coming and established artists. And this year’s line-up is no exception. Check out the line-up section of the site for more details.

It’s a weekend packed with fantastic performances, stimulating workshops, spontaneous sessions and great craic. See you there.