SIPA was delighted to welcome Anne Wood, an ethnomusicologist at SOAS who classically trained at the Royal Academy of Music. Accompanied by Anthony O’Flaherty and Gillie O’Flaherty, a guitarist based in Glasgow, their visit included engaging conversations with SIPA’s directors and staff on musical heritage, preservation practices, and the creative connections between Scottish and South Asian traditions. The exchange offered valuable artistic insight and strengthened SIPA’s commitment to fostering global musical dialogue. Known for her work in traditional Scottish music and cross-cultural musical exploration, Anne toured the SIPA facilities and spent time learning about our archival, research, and educational initiatives.