Programme Notes about the existing contemporary music

To ensure cohesion the programme continually returns to the music of Bach, the sounds of the natural environment and Scottish folk music
 
After Rain/Clear Sky Alastair Savage
Looking over to Arran from Ardrossan, after the rain

The Trows o' Truggles Water Chris Stout
On an overnight fishing trip Chris camped near the hill loch Truggles Water. Awoken by a scrufflin outside the tent he felt sure it was the Trows (mythical hill folk that inhabit Shetland) and was inspired to write this tune.

Clubbi Shuns Chris Stout
Clubbi Shuns is a charming little loch in the north mainland of Shetland (where the trout are known for putting up a good fight!)

Gala Water Sally Beamish
Gala Water was written in 1994 for Robert Irvine. It was commissioned by Galashiels Arts Association and uses a local folk tune, 'Braw, Braw Lads of Gala Water', part of which is heard at the end following a set of variations which embrace a range of emotions.

Reclaiming the Spirit (excerpt)Sarah Hopkins
Opening section: Seagulls and earth drones
 
Souch o' da Laebrack Chris Stout
Laebrack is the Shetland term for surf, and the Souch describes the sound of its retreat, just like a deep breath.
 
Fisherman’s Prayer Chris Stout
This melody is inspired by the sentiment of the traditional Shetland tune Auld Swaara which mourns the loss of fisherman at sea.
 
The Changeless and the Changed David Fennessy
The music reflects the remoteness of St. Kilda and the resilience and survival of Taraxacum Pankhurstianum, a unique species of Dandelion found on the island of Hirta, part of the archipelago.
 
Dynröst Chris Stout
The Roost is a stretch of water that lies between Sumburgh Head and Fair Isle in Shetland