Biography

Alasdair Fraser was from Raon Mor in Achiltibuie and was the youngest boy in a family of ten.

He studied at the University of Glasgow, graduating with a degree in Celtic and Mathematics. A keen sportsman, he played shinty, football, and rugby during his student years.

After his father passed away, Alasdair spent a year at home before returning to Glasgow to attend Jordanhill College for his teaching certificate. His first post was in Dingwall, but he spent most of his career teaching in schools in Conon Bridge and Tarradale, Muir of Ord.

Alasdair had a particular love for the songs of Loch Broom, and he was a long‑standing member of Dingwall's Gaelic Choir, where he also served as the Gaelic teacher.