Ellie Beaton is a captivating award-winning folk singer hailing from Rothienorman in the north east of Scotland.
With a commanding voice that ripples with warmth and confidence, Ellie effortlessly embodies the timeless spirit of Aberdeenshire’s vibrant singing style whilst blending inspirations from across the globe. She has carved a name for herself as one of the most promising voices in Scotland’s folk scene being described as “One of the most outstanding voices in Scotland’s folk scene” by the Herald.
In February 2025, Ellie was crowned BBC Radio Scotland’s Young Traditional Musician of the Year, four years after becoming the youngest ever winner of the MG Alba Scots Singer of the Year award.
Brought up in a Doric speaking home, Ellie continues to support the promotion of her native tongue, and works closely with Aberdeenshire Council and Feis Rois to promote the continuation and legacy of the Scots language to the next generation of speakers.