Amy Laurenson is a Shetland-born, Glasgow-based pianist and composer redefining the role of the piano in contemporary traditional music. Grounded in the rich musical heritage of the Shetland Isles, her playing bridges Scottish, Irish, and Scandinavian traditions with refined classical technique and jazz sensibilities.

A powerhouse performer, Amy was named BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year 2023 at Celtic Connections, an official showcase artist for WOMEX 2024, and the recipient of a prestigious New Voices commission at Celtic Connections 2026. Her work has garnered consistent critical acclaim, including nominations at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards for Up and Coming Artist of the Year (2024) and Original Work of the Year (2025). Her debut solo album, Strands, earned a coveted spot on the Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award Longlist 2024.