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Robin Petrie is a renowned classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of music. She was born on August 22, 1951, in San Francisco, California, and grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a jazz pianist, and her mother was a classical pianist. Robin was exposed to music from a young age and started playing the piano at the age of four. Robin's love for music continued to grow, and she started playing the guitar when she was a teenager. She was drawn to the folk music scene in San Francisco and started performing at local coffeehouses and clubs. She also started writing her own songs and became a regular performer at the famous Troubadour club in Los Angeles. In the early 1970s, Robin moved to Scotland and became interested in traditional Scottish music. She started playing the harp and became a member of the Scottish group, The Clutha. The group became very popular and toured extensively throughout Europe and North America. In 1976, Robin left The Clutha and started a solo career. She released her first album, "The Bonny Lass of Anglesey," in 1977, which was well-received by critics and audiences alike. The album showcased Robin's talent as a harpist and her ability to interpret traditional Scottish music. Over the years, Robin has released several albums, including "The Road to Kerrigouarch," "The Back of Beyond," and "The Heart of the Celtic Harp." Her music has been featured in several films and television shows, including "Outlander" and "The Last Kingdom." Robin has also performed at several prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Royal Albert Hall. She has collaborated with several renowned musicians, including Bonnie Raitt, Alison Krauss, and Emmylou Harris. In addition to her solo career, Robin has also been involved in several musical projects. She was a member of the Scottish group, The Iron Horse, and has collaborated with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. Robin's contributions to the world of music have been recognized with several awards and honors. In 1998, she was awarded the Scottish Arts Council's Creative Scotland Award, which recognizes outstanding contributions to the arts in Scotland. In 2003, she was awarded the Scottish Traditional Music Trust's Lifetime Achievement Award. Robin continues to be an active performer and recording artist. She is also a respected teacher and has taught at several music schools and workshops around the world. Her passion for music and her dedication to preserving traditional Scottish music have made her a beloved figure in the world of music.

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