John Carmichael

John Carmichael

John Carmichael continues to be one of the busiest and most popular band leaders and entertainers in the country for all things Scottish. For many years John has compered and played in theatre shows, performed Burns night speeches and music, and provided music for ceilidh and country dances all over the world. John's reputation for being able to 'call' dances is second to none.

John has produced, presented and performed many times on STV, BBC Radio and Television, CBC Canada and many others (over 200 TV shows with his band and as a solo artist).

Former Scottish accordion champion, John has made extensive tours of USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle and Far East. He has been musical director for and toured with many of Scotland's top artists including Jimmy Shand, Andy Stewart, Kenneth MacKellar, Calum Kennedy and others.

As well as hotel seasons in Bermuda, Iceland and Holland, John has been a regular at the New Hampshire Highland Games for the past four years teaming up on occasion with two of Scotland's most talented and entertaining 'sons'... Alex Beaton and Alasdair Fraser.

The current popularity of ceilidh dancing finds John busier than ever both at home for the locals and visitors and abroad for those 'into' this healthy and exciting pastime. John has recorded many CDs with his own band and with other groups organised and directed by him.

In recognition of his outstanding contribution to Scottish music, John was the guest of honour at the National Association of Accordion and Fiddle Clubs AGM in 2004.