The Matt Monro Story

CONCERT FESTIVAL FESTIVAL

Beacon Arts Centre, Greenock, Whitehall Theatre, Dundee, Tivoli Theatre, Aberdeen, The Brunton, Musselburgh, tonight, Wed-sun

When Matt Monro Jr was only 13, his dad invited him on stage to perform a duet. From that moment, he knew he wanted to sing.

Unfortunately, the two Monros never had the chance to repeat that performance because in February, 1985, Matt Sr died aged just 54.

Matt Jr decided to bring his father’s story to the stage and perform his songs, and this tour will be his final one.

Perthshire Amber Festival

Various venues, Perthshire, Fri-sun

Scottish folk singer Dougie Maclean is so popular he has his own three-day festival.

The opening afternoon show is a fiddle concert featuring Dougie with Tim Edey at Murthly Castle Chapel. Dougie also headlines Perth Concert Hall on Saturday.

There is an open mic in the Wee Festival Hall on Sunday morning and that venue also hosts a series of smaller Cabaret Amber shows over the weekend, featuring up-and-coming artists such as The Coaltown Daisies and Lisa Kowalski.

The Scottish International Storytelling Festival

Various venues, until Wed

Taking place each year as the dark nights close in, reflecting how communities would gather to entertain each other as the nights grew longer.

There are 66 events in Edinburgh, 27 throughout the country, from conferences to walking tours to informal family gatherings. In addition, there are100 events in schools and community centres, and 96 Scottish storytellers have their talents on display. Visit sisf.org.uk