Second time semi-finalist in the BBC radio Scotland young traditional musician of the year award, Linzi
Murphy was raised in the village of Neilston, where she still lives. While attending St Thomas'
Primary school Linzi was a member of the school choir, and sang at many functions including her first
competition and stage performance of a Burns song, at age 8.
Linzi has always had an extremely strong inerest in all aspects of Scottish tradition,
and has sung traditional songs from as far back as she can remember.
At age 9, Linzi began guitar lessons, and studied mainly classical guitar for several years before
leaving high school and going on to study at college.
Being a member of the East Renfrewshire senior guitar orchestra for a number of years, led to many
opportunities for Linzi, including performances in theatres and meeting well established guitarists.
Linzi has been fortunate in being able to work with some of her favorite musicians on the folk scene today
whilst making her EP this year, and also performing with bands such as The Paul McKenna Band.
Through all of this, the singing and guitar playing that we hear today was developed.
Linzi enjoys few things more than festivals and sessions of which she attends many on a regular basis.
