10 Non-concert events

▼ THUNDERSTRUCK

This one-man play by David Colvin explores how bagpipe music was rocked by the death of virtuoso Gordon Duncan. Tron Theatre, Jan 29.

▼ FIONA HAY

Inspired by music and nature, this collection of original Celtic art is on vellum, at the Concert Hall’s café.

▼ WHISKY FESTIVAL

Masterclasses, talks, food, music and drams at SWG3 on Jan 26.

▼ STUART COSGROVE’S SOUL TRILOGY

The broadcaster has published three works about ’60s US soul music and is in conversation at Waterstones on Jan 21.

▼ THE ART OF STORYTELLING

This workshop with storyteller Heather Yule explores techniques and tips for telling a good tale. Concert Hall: Exhibition Hall, Jan 19.

▼ BREW & A BLETHER

Karine Polwart on Jan 22 & 24 and Adam Sutherland on Jan 29 & 31 chat about life behind the music at Mackintosh at the Willow Tea Rooms.

▼ TRAGEDY OF THE IOLAIRE

On January 1, 1919, First World War troops were returning home when the ship sank off the coast of Lewis, killing more than 200 souls. Learn more at Waterstones on Jan 22.

▼ MERCHANT CITY TRAD TRAIL

Two-hour walking tour tracing the story of Glasgow’s folk and roots scene, leaving from the Scottish Music Centre in Candleriggs. Jan 18-20, 24-27, Jan 31-Feb 2.

▼ CEILIDH DANCES

Featuring three of Scotland’s best dance bands. Maryhill Community Central Halls, Jan 19, 26 and Feb 2.

▼ HEIDS

Sean Purser presents a selection of spontaneous portraits captured at last year’s festival, on display at the Concert Hall’s Island Bar.