Music Encounters returns this summer

Saturday 26 July 2025 at Lauriston Castle, EH4 6AD

Tent at a music festival in a park

1pm - Marianne McGregor

Marianne McGregor is an exciting voice in Scottish Jazz. Awarded ‘Best Vocalist’ at the Scottish Jazz Awards 2023, Marianne has been delighting sell-out audiences all over the UK. Marianne interprets classic jazz standards with exciting improvisation alongside superb accompaniment from top players.

Visit Marianne McGregor's website

1.45pm - Giulia Drummond and Mario Caribé     

From Brazil to Scotland: Giulia Drummond and Mario Caribé get together to explore the deep enchantment of Brazilian/Latin American music - past and present. The tunes and textures range from evocative and powerful to contemplative and languid, an experience of striking beauty.

Visit Giulia Drummond and Mario Caribé's website.

2.15pm - SCEViP                           

SCEViP is Stephanos Constandinou’s solo project blending electric violin and live-looping to create rich, layered soundscapes. From ambient textures to dark riffs, each performance is an immersive journey showcasing the violin’s unexpected power and versatility.

Visit SCEViP's Instagram.

3pm - Alma

Alma is a musical act of original music and covers with the earthy, beautiful sounds of strings, flute, and percussions. We play a mix of genres like pop, folk, and Latin American rhythms. In my original songs I cover spirituality, love, nature, and healing, creating a relaxing atmosphere.

Visit Alma's Instagram.

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