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I first met Roya 9 years ago, when she was just starting to learn the accordion. Over the years, I’ve been delighted to see and hear the impressive progress she has made. Already, Roya has a remarkable list of credits to her name. She has won many junior championship titles, in accordion competitions across Scotland and was a nominee for the 2005 National Association of Accordion and Fiddle Clubs “Guest Artiste of the Year” award.
It gives me great pleasure to introduce this first recording which showcases her exceptional talent and versatility. Her natural musical ability and style are evident and form the basis of the exemplary standard of playing throughout this album. Roya has chosen an excellent selection of material for this recording and the mix of traditional Scottish and Classical tracks demonstrates that she is equally accomplished in both of these styles. Given that Roya has provided all the keyboard accompaniment and that she has just celebrated her 16th birthday, I’m sure you will agree, this album is quite simply, outstanding.
I have no doubt that Roya has a very exciting musical future ahead of her. So sit back, relax and enjoy listening to “Out of the Shadows”.
Lindsay Weir
Dance Band Leader