I'm just about knackered already. I always keep two weeks free in January for Celtic Connections. Been to loads so far, starting off with Harriet Bartlett, who told a rude true story about a kilted accordion player. And played some great music.

Christina Pato is nuts, but maybe it's something in the Galician water. Wonderful concert.

I'm also going to see Bagad Kemper, Carlos Nunez, Susana Seivane.

The Danny Kyle Open Stage is great as usual and well worth a visit.

I saw Phamie Gow twice, first supporting Alan Stivell and then doing the Master/Apprentice show with him. I'm pretty sure she's a former Danny winner as well, and she's great.

I love being in Glasgow just now.

If anyone can make it, Carlos Nunez and Four Men and a Dog will be part of the Travelling Folk recording session on Friday at 2 PM. Be there early.