Maria San Miguel

María began practicing the violin at the age of three and since then, she has maintained a great passion for the instrument and a true vocation for music. She continued her classical training at the Conservatorio Profesional de Música de Valladolid, Conservatorio Superior de Castilla y León, finishing her studies at the Musichochschule in Detmold (Germany) and Conservatorio Superior de Oviedo. His interest in completing his musical training has led him to belong and collaborate with groups of various styles of music (Edu Soto Plan Renove Band, Mariachi Guerrilla, etc.). However, his predilection for the music of other cultures and their origin, led him to Scottish folk music and awakened his curiosity for the interpretation of Castilian folk music on the violin. At the same time, his passion for teaching and musical pedagogy for children and his training with the musician and pedagogue Paulo Lameiro, has allowed him to make use of all these musical styles and adapt them for the little ones, giving music workshops for babies in the Miguel Delibes Auditorium in Valladolid. Since then she has combined her classical training without leaving aside her training in traditional music, having received classes from figures such as Alasdair Fraser, Natalie Haas, Diego Galaz, Begoña Riobó or Cassey Driessen among others.

Galen Fraser

Galen Fraser is a fiddler and composer born in Northern California. He has inherited all the knowledge of Scottish and American folk music from his family, which for generations has brought folk music to the highest level. His passion for singing and composing led him to study songwriting at Berklee University (Boston). He has performed with folk icons such as Alasdair Fraser, Nathalie Haas, Brittany Haas, Hanneke Cassel.... In 2016 she has debuted with her first album "Mischief Managed" at the international Celtic music festival in Glasgow "Celtic Connections" and at the "California World Music Festival". He currently resides in Valladolid where he studies the musical and cultural tradition of northern Spain and is a member of the group "Atlantic Folk Trio".

Blanca Altable

Blanca-Olalla Altable (Burgos, 1984) is an outstanding violinist in the traditional and neo-traditional Castilian scene. Her style, within the popular violin, is characterized by being rhythmic, eloquent, passionate and emotional, which has allowed her to develop her own distinctive sound: intimate, deep, joyful and subtle.

He stands out thanks to his particular and creative vision, rescuing the dulzaina repertoire of his grandfather, Simón Altable, and adapting it to the violin, composing original pieces under traditional and non-traditional rhythms, and deconstructing folklore. In addition, his curiosity and musical eclecticism have led him to develop a more experimental vision accompanied by new technologies (effect pedals, loop stations, midi controllers) that provide him with a new compositional aesthetic: an epic minimalism, an experimental minimaximalist folk and a discourse where improvisation is synonymous with surrender.

Anxo Pintos

Anxo Pintos, Galician musician, stands out as a versatile multi-instrumentalist and composer since he was 8 years old. His mastery includes bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, violin, soprano saxophone and recorder. Founder and member of Alfolíes, Berrogüetto and Lizgairo, he has been the recipient of several awards, including a Grammy in 2017. His compositions are acclaimed both nationally and internationally. A pioneer in hurdy-gurdy technique, he taught for 11 years in Vigo. Currently, as a sponsor of the SondeSeu Foundation, he coordinates the hurdy-gurdy section in the Orquestra Folk de Galicia "SondeSeu".

Alfonso Franco

Alfonso Franco Bolseiro is a renowned Galician musician with an extensive training in violin and a multifaceted career. He began his musical training by obtaining the Professional Violin Degree at the Conservatory of Santiago de Compostela and simultaneously began studies in Veterinary Medicine at the University of Santiago de Compostela. His versatility as a performer has led him to collaborate with a wide range of artists and musical genres, from rock to folk music, participating in recordings and live performances with renowned names such as Sinistro Total, Heredeiros dá Crus, Javier Álvarez, Jorge Drexler, Milladoiro and Emilio Cao, among others. He has also developed his own musical projects such as Galerna and Tebra.

Begoña Riobó

Begoña Riobó has a degree in Art History. She was part of Carlos Núñez's band. She was a founding member of the group "Irtio". She teaches at the conservatory of Vigo. She is part of the violin section of the folk orchestra "SondeSeu". Collaborator of the trio "Lizgairo". Leads the group Riobó. She teaches courses of traditional violin and Celtic harp.

Jesus Enrique Cuadrado

“Chuchi” es ya una referencia en la guitarra folk castellano-leonesa contemporánea. Su versatildad y estilo inconfundible han hecho de él uno de los guitarristas más preciados de la escena folk peninsular. Cofundador de Vallarna, ganadores del Escenario Prau y Folkez Blai. Componente también del premiado dúo “Blanca Altable y Chuchi al cuadrado“ y de una nueva banda revelación, ganadores del Escenario Prau 2012: Sons d’Cabiella. Como guitarris ta, compositor y arreglista ha trabajado con Folkfussion, A Gramalleira , Celtas Cortos, Xerfa, María Salgado y Anxo Lorenzo. “Chuchi” tiene una formación internacional y versátil. Ha tenido maestros de renombre como: Tony Mcmanus, Alasdair Fraser, William Coulter, Scott Law, Carlos Beceiro, Xosé Liz, Rául Olivar, Yann Falquet etc. A lo largo de su fructífera carrera ha tocado en numerosos festivales como Festival de Sendín (Portugal), Goikoorts (Bélgica), Cantabria In nita, Carmucu, Tierradura Folk, La Noche Celta de Fitoria o el Irish Fleadh de Cáceres entre muchos otros.

Marina Carpente

Classically trained violinist who broadened her career in traditional and modern music at the E-Trad of Vigo, with the maestro Alfonso Franco; she also receives classes and attends masterclasses of renowned violinists of the peninsular and international scene as Begoña Riobó, Hanneke Cassel, Katie McNelly, Laura Cortese, Casey Driessen, Ricardo Herz, ..... Co-founder of the quartet DADGA, with which she records in 2018 her first album and arrives with presentation tour to countries like Scotland or Mexico. She is currently part of the trio ABRIL, the folk duo SAFA DÜO, the Orquestra Folk de Galicia SonDeSeu and the multidisciplinary show Otra vez, otra vez with the Vigo artist Petra Porter.

Claudia Abril

Claudia Franco Abril is a talented musician, singer and tambourine player from Galicia, recognized for her outstanding participation in the musical group Abril, as well as for her collaboration in projects such as Galicia Fiddle. With an innate passion for music and rooted in the rich Galician musical tradition, Claudia left a significant mark on the musical landscape of her region. From a young age, Dende showed a deep interest in music and axiña fell in love with the unique and energetic sound of the Galician tambourine and its connection to the roots of our land. In her musical career, Claudia formed the folk trio Abril, currently active and present in festivals, private and cultural events throughout the country. Her dedication and charisma on stage captivated audiences of all kinds, establishing a special connection with the public. In addition to her work with Abril, Claudia also collaborates in other musical projects, such as Galicia Fiddle and DAGDA. In her creation, she emphasizes that she is an artist committed to maintaining and promoting the Galician musical tradition. Through her music she seeks to keep alive the cultural roots of her land and spread them both locally and internationally. Her passionate and authentic style pays tribute to the rich musical heritage of Galicia, while incorporating innovative and contemporary elements.