Brìghde Chaimbeul and Scottish Ensemble Explore the Hypnotic Power of the Drone | Songlines
Thursday, May 14, 2026

Brìghde Chaimbeul and Scottish Ensemble Explore the Hypnotic Power of the Drone

By Freya Parr

Freya Parr visits Brìghde Chaimbeul and the Scottish Ensemble on the Isle of Skye to hear how one unyielding note serves as the cornerstone to intricate musical structures

Scottishensemble Brighde BTS 01 ©Jonnyashworth

Chaimbeul with Scottish Ensemble members (Jonny Ashworth)

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