Fergus McCreadie

Scottish Jazz Pianist and Composer

Fergus McCreadie is a Scottish jazz pianist and composer known for his distinctive style that seamlessly blends elements of jazz with Scottish folk music. A graduate of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, McCreadie has quickly established himself as a prominent figure in the UK jazz scene. His talent has been recognized with several awards, including the prestigious Peter Whittingham Jazz Award in 2016. McCreadie's trio, featuring David Bowden on bass and Stephen Henderson on drums, has received critical acclaim for their dynamic performances and innovative compositions. The trio's albums, including "Cairn" and "Forest Floor," showcase McCreadie's skillful integration of the rhythms and melodies characteristic of Scottish traditional music with the improvisational complexity of jazz, earning him a growing reputation as an artist with a unique musical voice.