# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Alan Reid & Christine Kydd Concert
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Co-founder of Battlefield Band Alan Reid was in the vanguard of the exciting new Scottish folk bands that emerged around 1970 (including Silly Wizard, Tannahill Weavers and Ossian). His groundbreaking keyboard work helped cement the Battie's reputation as one of the most innovative and influential folk bands of its generation. As well as driving instrumental sets the
group was noted for fostering songwriting with Brian McNeill, Davy Steele, Karine Polwart and Alan all contributing. His songs have been lauded for being rooted in the Scots tradition, rich in storytelling and strong on melody .

'One of Scottish Folk Music's timeless treasures, Christine Kydd, multi-award-winning singer and twice-nominated MG AlbaScots Singer of the Year, Christine was inducted in 2018 to the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame. She first appeared in a duo with Janet Russell in the 80s and began exploring groundbreaking harmony work inspired by Le Mystre des Voix Bulgares and introduced Joni Mitchell guitar tunings to traditional song. Since then she has toured in North America, Europe and beyond and supported major artistes including Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Guy Clark, Richard Thompson, Tannahill Weavers, Capercaillie and Christy Moore. Over the years she has also collaborated with top musicians, some of whom have featured in groups like Jock Tamson's Bairns, Blazin Fiddles, and Shooglenifty.

With years of experience delighting audiences worldwide Alan and Christine bring in this new collaboration a beautifully curated repertoire of old and new songs, irresistible harmonies and a warmth of enjoyment.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kelso/alan-reid-and-christine-kydd-concert/200029940374542
- **Event Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Concerts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Kelso
- **state**: SC
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Cross Keys Hotel Kelso
- **lat**: 55.598832163825
- **long**: -2.434347853025
- **full address**: Cross Keys Hotel Kelso, 36-37 The Square,Kelso, Scottish Borders, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Alan Reid & Christine Kydd Concert being held?
  - **A:** Alan Reid & Christine Kydd Concert takes place on Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Cross Keys Hotel Kelso, 36-37 The Square,Kelso, Scottish Borders, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Alan Reid & Christine Kydd Concert?
  - **A:** Alan Reid & Christine Kydd Concert is organized by Kelso Folk & Live Music Club.

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