ONE of Scotland's most exciting traditional music trios is heading for Selkirk.

The Alistair McCulloch Trio will perform at The Haining on Wednesday, August 29.

And prior to tuning up for the toe-tapping evening, lead fiddler Ali will host a one-hour workshop for intermediate level players.

The performance and tuition session in Selkirk has been organised by local group, Riddell Fiddles.

The trio - which also includes Aaron Jones of Old Blind Dogs and the Kate Rusby? Band on bouzouki, guitar and vocals and former Capercaillie whistle wizard Marc Duff - arrive in Selkirk as part of their annual summer Scottish tour.

Collectively Alistair, Marc and Aaron have appeared on dozens of albums and after many requests they have finally recorded a studio album as a trio.

From driving reels and jigs to tender airs and expressive songs, ‘Off the Hook’ perfectly encapsulates the feel of their live shows. Blending traditional, contemporary and self-penned material the album showcases the combined talents of three of Scotland’s most respected and established traditional musicians.

Sheila Sapkota from Riddell Fiddles told us: "Ali McCulloch is one of the country's best known fiddle performers, teachers and composers and one of the fiddle instructors at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

"We are fortunate to have him also leading a workshop prior to the concert."

The concert starts at 7.30 pm - doors open 7pm - and the workshop takes place between 5pm and 6pm.

Tickets for the concert or the workshop are priced at £8 with a special combined price of £12 for both.

Further details are available from admin@riddellfiddles.co.uk