Singer/Musician | Educator | Tour Guide | Publisher
Seinneadair/Neach-ciùil | Oide | Treòraiche | Foillsichear
Based in the Highlands of Scotland, Brian Ó hEadhra is an accomplished professional with decades of experience as a musician, educator, tour guide, project manager, and publisher. His work spans the arts, heritage, and Gaelic language sectors, and he is committed to developing and promoting Scotland's cultural heritage and diversity - nationally and internationally.
Tha e na urram dhomh cànan agus dualchas nan Gàidheal a bhrosnachadh gu h-ionadail, gu nàiseanta agus gu h-eadar-nàiseanta. Tha ùidh mhòr agam sna ceanglaichean a th' ann eadar na Gàidheil agus cultaran eile air feadh a' Chuain Siar, gu h-àraidh Alba, Èirinn, Canada, agus Lochlann.
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Latest newsletter here (February 2026).
Saturday 28 February 2026
I will be teaching a Gaelic song workshop at Dundreggan Rewilding Centre (near Invermoriston) as part of their World Gaelic Week celebrations. This is a relaxed, family-friendly afternoon with opportunities to meet Gaelic speakers, learn Gaelic tree names, enjoy song, and spend time in a beautiful setting.
From 12.30pm, including a Gaelic song workshop from 2.30–3.00pm, followed by a guided nature walk and informal mingling. Suas leis a’ Ghàidhlig!
Further information and booking: https://treesforlife.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/74608
Dundreggan Rewilding Centre | April 2026
I will also be contributing to Dundreggan’s Gaelic Experience Retreat this spring, offering a Gaelic awareness session, a song workshop, and an evening cèilidh. This immersive residential explores Gaelic language, place-names, landscape, and rewilding. No previous Gaelic is required.
23–26 April 2026
Maximum 12 participants
Further details: https://visitdundreggan.co.uk/experiences/gaelic-experience/
With Brian Ó hEadhra and Fionnag NicChoinnich | October 2026
Later in the year, Fionnag and I will host our Gaelic Song and Nature Retreat at Dundreggan. This gentle and inclusive weekend offers space to explore traditional song, voice, and cultural connection to landscape. It is suitable for singers of all levels. Seinn O ho-rò Seinn!
2–4 October 2026
Further details and booking: https://visitdundreggan.co.uk/experiences/gaelic-song-and-nature-retreat/
Brian Ó hEadhra is a distinguished singer, musician, and cultural leader who performs in Scottish Gaelic, Irish Gaelic, and English.
His diverse musical portfolio includes acclaimed performances as a solo artist, one half of the innovative duo Brian Ó hEadhra & Fionnag NicChoinnich, and member of McKerron Brechin Ó hEadhra.
As a music producer, he has guided projects for emerging and established artists, including RÓ and Francis Wilkins.
As Director of both the Traditional Music Forum of Scotland (TMFS) and the North Atlantic Song Convention (NASC), he actively shapes Scotland's musical landscape while building international cultural connections.
Past projects include:
Blas and Geiteberg music festivals; the bands Anam and Cruinn.
Brian Ó hEadhra is a respected educator and trainer whose acclaimed Seinn Air Loidhne (Online Gaelic Song Class) has been nurturing singers since 2020.
His expertise extends to delivering comprehensive Gaelic Awareness Training across public, private, and third sector organisations, while his teaching portfolio includes Scottish Gaelic courses at prestigious institutions such as Sabhal Mòr Ostaig and Queen's University Belfast.
Drawing from his extensive experience in traditional arts, he offers personalised instruction in folk song, guitar, and project delivery, providing both one-to-one tuition and group sessions that cater to various skill levels and learning objectives.
Past clients include:
Highland Council, Highlands & Island Enterprise, National Trust for Scotland, Trees for Life, Fèis Rois.
Through his own company - Tour Highland, Brian brings the richness of Scottish and Highland culture to life as an experienced tour guide specialising in the Highlands & Islands. Whether as a driver-guide or step-on bus guide, he crafts bespoke experiences that delve deep into Highland heritage, offering unique themed tours featuring Highland music, song and dance, Gaelic culture, and local food and drink traditions.
His expertise has been sought after by prestigious tour operators including Wilderness Scotland, Traceless Tours, and Spirit Journeys, while his work with international cruise companies such as Intercruises, European Cruise Services, and Communications & Destinations demonstrates his ability to deliver exceptional Scottish experiences to visitors from around the world.
Anam Communications, founded by Brian Ó hEadhra, stands as a quality publishing house celebrating Scotland and Ireland's cultural heritage through quality books and music.
The company's notable publications include the essential resource 'Órain Cèilidh Teaghlaich' (The Family Cèilidh Gaelic Song Collection) and the compelling historical work 'A Damn Yankee, Am I?' by respected author Aidan O'Hara, which explores Irish experiences during the American Civil War era.
As a record label, Anam Communications has built an impressive catalogue featuring releases from Brian Ó hEadhra's solo work, collaborative projects with Fionnag NicChoinnich, duets with Christine Primrose, and recordings by the group Anam.