I perform and teach Scottish Gaelic songs and tunes on the harp, sing them, and can sometimes be convinced to play the fiddle. Based in Seattle and Vancouver BC, I am thoroughly immersed in the local Gaelic scene. I also love Irish music, and really should spend more time playing Cape Breton fiddle tunes.
In addition to performing and teaching, I am often hired to be the Fear an Taighe (master of ceremonies) at céilidhs. If you don't know what a céilidh is, there's a page all about them linked below. Helping people get up in front of their friends and family and share something they love takes a gentle but firm hand, a quick wit and a disapproving glance for those who chat during performances. I have all three.
When called upon, I teach people Scottish céilidh dances. |
Féis Shiàtail 2010
June 16th, 2010
I am co-chairing this event with my friend and fellow board member, Kate Freeburg. The harp presenter will be the fabulous Alys Howe and the Gaelic Song presenter will be the utterly amazing Mary Smith. more info |
ISFHC Harp Con 2010
August 11th, 2010
Teaching and performing at HarpCon 2010. More details to follow more info |
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