Live Music: Highland Reverie @ Lost Province Downtown

Influenced by the rich musical heritage of Appalachia, Highland Reverie’s sound is rooted in the folk traditions they grew up in. Nonetheless, they use folk tradition as a jumping-off point into new sonic landscapes and imaginative songwriting. The first part of their name “Highland” simply refers to the area we call home. Old-time and bluegrass music from the Appalachian highlands is the foundation for everything they create. The second part of their name “Reverie” is a noun that describes a daydream or a trance. It is used in musical context to describe music that provokes a dream-like, meditative state. They love the feeling of being completely locked into a musical moment while the world fades away around us and want their music to leave people lost in a reverie. Highland Reverie released their debut single titled, Rain and Snow,” in fall of 2021. Their lyrics and smooth harmonies take the front seat while soft arrangements help to tell the story of each song. Highland Reverie brings a modern take on tradition that continues to evolve while remaining rooted in the music of Appalachia.