Formed in 1971 by Rob Taylor, The Brigadoons have, through all these years, promoted the Celtic music so popular in Glengarry County. Over the years the band has had many members who epitomized the vast talent present in the county.
Attend the 2012 Capital District Scottish Games
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This Labor Day weekend, you will feel like you are in Scotland enjoying the sights and sounds like a native Highlander.
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Enjoy a weekend unlike any other. With over 70 years of rich heritage, the Scottish Games brings Celtic tradition to New York.
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An experience that will leave you wanting more. Come see the 500 member pipe band, enjoy great food and all day entertainment.
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Proud host of the Northeastern U.S. Highland Athletics and Dance Championships
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Dust Off Your Kilt
Gates open early on Saturday morning and you can walk around and visit with the Scottish Clans, watch the Highland Athletics, enjoy the Highland Dance Competitions, sample the Haggis and socialize with all the Lads and Lassies as they prepare for the Kick Off Event at 12 Noon.
Entertainment
The McKrells are a fresh blend of Folk, Bluegrass, Celtic, and world beat music, ranging from sensitive, inspiring ballads to high intensity lightning fast picking.
Together since 1993, Hair Of The Dog is one of the world's foremost Celtic folk/rock bands. They've released ten wildly popular CDs including "at The Parting Glass", "Let It Flow", "Donegal" and "Liam Left The Lights On Again".
Folk Singer, Songwriter and Multi-instrumentalist, Colin Grant-Adams a a professional touring artist for over forty years, brings a wealth of experience and stories to his performances , from the folk clubs of Great Britain to all of Europe.
Sean Quinn, son of Hall of Fame Irish Fiddler Louis Quinn, has been a leading figure in the Irish music scene for over four decades. Known widely on both sides of the Atlantic, Sean has been sought after as a musician, arranger, composer and consultant. He is also a musicologist, and is considered a leading authority on Celtic music and its history. Sean joined his father in the Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann Hall of Fame in 2009.
Oran Mor is proud to partner with Albany-based musician Erin Harkes. Our pipe band/rock band fusion style with the Erin Harkes Band has gained striking popularity throughout the Capital Region of New York and beyond.
Founded in the fall of 1992 as a Grade Three band competing at local highland games, Oran Mor has grown into a Grade One band featured on the BBC during the World Pipe Band Championships finals.
The Braemar Highland Dancers is the oldest certified school in New York State. The school was founded in 1962 by Jeannie Jardine Brauns who was the Director of the school. She was a member of several Scottish organizations; past President of FUSTA and the Daughters of Scotia; life member of the Scottish Dance Teachers' Alliance.
Competitive
The competition continues! A host of events take place here every year.
