I had the honour of guesting with my friend Joe Bonamassa at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on the 4th of April 2012. It was an incredible experience and I am very fortunate to have been the opportunity. Here we played Blues Deluxe.http://www.eilidhmckellar.com
At the moment, Eilidh is writing her debut material and working hard with her newly formed band. She is currently a student at Leeds College of Music and is enjoying the experience of being around other talented musicians which gives her inspiration every day. She has already developed her own style of playing, but her love of Rock, Blues, Jazz, Funk and Fusion, provides her with all the influences she needs to create something really special.
‘Eilidh Mckellar and The Gramercy’ coming soon. Watch this space.
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Eilidh McKellar: A guitar-playing prodigy from South Queensferry who won a place on a top music course is appealing for a wealthy benefactor to bankroll the £84,000 school fees after learning her parents can't afford it.
Eilidh McKellar, 17, was walking on air when the acceptance letter came through for the bachelors degree at Berklee College of Music, Boston, two weeks ago.
Just 24 hours later, the St Augustine's High pupil was crestfallen after failing to earn the scholarship that would cover the exorbitant price tag.
With the first cash instalment due in May, the aspiring musician now faces a race against time to stump up the cash ahead of the looming deadline.
"It's my dream to study at Berklee because I have high ambitions for my career in music and Berklee is known to be the best place to study contemporary music," she said.
"I am so close to achieving my dream, but like all top American colleges the fees are only possible for wealthy families. Ordinary families like mine just can't afford £21,000 per year for a four-year degree.
"I just hope that someone recognises my talent and my commitment and can help me out financially...
If you can help, please contact eilidhsberkleefund@gmail.com. Her videos can be seen online at YouTube.
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