It was this weekend last year that we were all going around doing our business like it was just another day in paradise. I likely was practicing with my band for our St. Paddy’s day gig, going to spinning classes and meeting friends for drinks at one of the local watering holes here in town. … More The Music Goes On
I’ve been thinking about my mother a lot lately. She passed away 10 years ago this June. And honestly, there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think about her in some way. Although she wasn’t a musician, she introduced me to all kinds of music growing up and supported me throughout my … More Neil Gow’s Lament for the Death of his Second Wife: Tune 8 of 52
I’ve always loved Cape Breton music and have visited the fiddle haven more than a few times. Not only are the people there one of the most hospitable people, but Cape Breton is like a fiddler’s Disneyland – everybody plays the fiddle and everybody dances. Who can blame them? The music is driving and when … More Winter Cape Breton Fiddle and Dance Camp
As the days get shorter and winter begins to blanket the mountains in white, it’s always so tempting to play and practice in the warmth of your own home. The thing is its so much more fun to play with others and there are plenty of opportunities to get out to a session. And next … More New Session in Calais
Join Andrea Beaton and Troy MacGillivray, along with Beth Telford and Will Wright, for a lively evening of Cape Breton music at Seven Stars Arts Center in Sharon, VT. The concert is on November 11 at 7pm. This is a concert not to be missed. Here’s a little taste:
There is nothing more Celtic than fiddles and harps. If you like Celtic and folk music you’re going to love this weekend with Dominique Dodge on harp & Emerald Rae on fiddle, a double bill with a side of collaboration: Emerald Rae, fiddler and folk singer Boston-based Fiddler & Folksinger Emerald Rae creates a groove-heavy … More Fiddles and Harps
Winter is in full force in Vermont and though the cold may make you feel like hibernating, don’t get too comfy. There is music to play, parties to enjoy and concerts not to be missed. Here is one of them: On January 6, 2018 at 7pm, Seven Stars Arts Center, on Rt 14 in Sharon, VT … More An evening of Celtic music
St. Patrick’s Day is the day the world celebrates the patron saint of Ireland. As an Irish musician, it is usually one of my favorite holidays. Mostly because, for me, it’s a recognition of this amazing music — everyone wants to hear Irish music on St. Patrick’s Day. Regardless of why we have celebrated St. Patrick’s … More Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day in a new way
One of the best ways to work on mastering your instrument is to immerse yourself completely in the music as much as you you possibly can. Music is just like a language and the more you hear it and are surrounded by it, the more you pick up. Coming up next month, you’ll have an opportunity … More Winter Cape Breton Fiddle and Dance Camp
If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out the Celtic Winter Gathering and Green Mountain Performing Arts Winter Dance Showcase at Main Street Landing in Burlington, VT. Here is the press release: Celtic dancers from the northeast U.S. and Canadian provinces will convene in Burlington, VT, Saturday, January 21 from 9:00 am-3:00 … More Celtic Winter Gathering – This Weekend Jan 21-22nd
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