Alasdair Fraser is an internationally renowned Scottish fiddler, composer, teacher, and cultural ambassador based in Nevada County, California. For more than four decades, he has championed the expressive traditions of Scottish fiddle music while expanding its possibilities through performance, composition, recording, and education. Fraser is founder and director of the Valley of the Moon Scottish Fiddling School and Sierra Fiddle Camp, and has inspired generations of musicians worldwide. A dedicated community builder and mentor, he brings traditional music into contemporary settings, fostering connection across cultures and generations. His work celebrates music as a living, shared language of place and belonging.
San Miguel Fraser is redefining folk music with their dynamic fusion of Castilian and Celtic traditions. The duo, featuring María San Miguel—an Oviedo Conservatory graduate deeply rooted in the vibrant music of Castile—and Galen Fraser—a Berklee College of Music alumnus and son of the legendary fiddler Alasdair Fraser, blends heartfelt vocals, intricate string arrangements, and the lively charm of the cittern. Their music celebrates the shared spirit of their homelands while embracing the beauty of innovation.
Cameron Fraser has a deep love for traditional music and a knack for making tunes groove. Raised in a lively musical household, he was immersed in Scottish and Celtic traditions from an early age. He’s spent countless nights in Glasgow sessions, where he honed his rhythmic drive and melodic style.