CLAIRE M SINGER
RETURNS TO FORGUE KIRK, ABERDEENSHIRE
TO PLAY A SPECIAL INTIMATE CONCERT
SAT 19 OCTOBER
KINGS PLACE PERFORMANCE OF HER WORK
SUN 20 OCTOBER
The Friends of Forgue Kirk have invited award-winning composer Claire M Singer to return to Forgue where she recorded her latest album Saor (2023, Touch). Known for her experimental approach to the organ, her work draws inspiration from her journeys across the dramatic landscapes of the Cairngorms, exploring rich harmonic textures and complex overtones that create ever-shifting melodic and rhythmic patterns disappearing almost as soon as they emerge.
In this special one-off concert, Claire will perform pieces from her back catalogue, specially adapted for the historic 1872 Conacher organ – one of the earliest in the region and a gift from Walter Scott, the owner of Glendronach distillery.
“This is the first time I’ll be performing works from my albums in the North East, which is pretty incredible considering I grew up here. I’m thrilled to return to Forgue and play this special concert, which will hopefully raise funds for the Friends of Forgue to help them continue their vital work in preserving this beautiful Kirk and organ – a hidden gem in the North East of Scotland.”
The following night, Kings Place, London, will host Àrainn, where Claire M Singer’s 2006 unreleased audiovisual work a’ fàs soilleir is presented by the composer / sound artist Peter Sollery, as part of an event examining work by Scottish composers that each reflect a powerful notion of place.
Saturday 19 October 2024 – 7.30pm
The Old Kirk, Forgue
Free Entry | Donations welcome
Sunday 20 October 2024 – 4.30pm
Àrainn, Kings Place, London
Claire M Singer is currently working on the second in a triptych of albums that began last year with Saor, each inspired by escapes to the peaks of her homeland of Scotland