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This young lady is bringing a new perspective to Shetland’s wonderful traditional sound.
The guitar accompaniment too by Miguel Girão is phenomenal.
Favorite track: Da Boys o' Da Lounge.
Amy Laurenson Glasgow, UK
Amy Laurenson is a pianist from Shetland.
Growing up surrounded by classical music whilst connecting
to the traditional music of her homeland, she has developed a style which ebbs and flows between traditional, classical, and jazz influence.
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