Darach, the acclaimed duo of Galician producer Hugo Franco and Scottish violinist Roo Geddes, is creating an innovative musical conversation between their respective Celtic cultures. Part of Independent Venue Week.

Darach independently recorded, mixed, and mastered their critically acclaimed debut album, achieving immediate international recognition without the support of agents or promoters. This self-made momentum led to a remarkable first year, which included winning the Danny Kyle Award at Celtic Connections and securing main stage performances at the Festival Interceltique de Lorient in France and Festival Ortigueira in Spain. Their live reputation was cemented by a sold-out debut at Glasgow’s Gathering South Sessions (Folk Club of the Year 2025).

Roo Geddes, a BBC Young Traditional Musician of the Year 2025 finalist, is the first violinist to complete a Jazz Masters in Scotland and serves as a lecturer at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. He was awarded a teaching diploma (with distinction) from the ABRSM and works with programmes like El Sistema and the National Youth Orchestra of Scotland. Hugo Franco is an accomplished Galician guitarist and producer, rooted in traditional music but known for blending genres from Bluegrass to Trap, and is a vital element in the Spanish folk scene through his work with E-Trad and Marc Xarau.

Darach’s momentum shows no sign of slowing, delivering workshops for NAFCO (Scotland) and Crisol de Cuerda (Spain). They are currently embarking on a major tour which includes a triple-bill of performances at this year’s Celtic Connections followed by a tour of Scotland, England and Wales alongside Thorpe and Morrison, with plans for a significant Pan-American tour to follow, bringing their music to audiences from Mexico to Costa Rica and Brazil.

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