Stage Bands & Entertainment

•Described as bold, unorthodox, vibrant, and evocative, the “GLENGARRY BHOYS”
hybrid of Canadian Highland Scots and French Canadian musical idioms has evolved
into a sound that is weighty, authoritative, and extremely entertaining.

Their energy and good humor, as much a part of the show as their musicianship, crosses all
cultures and ages. Many things have been written and reported about this world renown
Canadian alt-celt group over that last decade, all depicting their musical and entertaining
prowess with varied audiences the world over, but their ability to marshal large enthusiastic
audiences show after show is legion and recognized.

•The Brigadoons have been entertaining across Canada and the United States for over 25 years along with their tours with the McCulloch Dancers, performing at Disney World and Caribbean Cruises with Scotland Goes to Sea. People in the area have grown up with their music and their children are now doing the same.
Denis now leads the group and is the longest-serving member of the band.  Reg Portieous and Dan Leroux keep the sound going with fiddler Ashley MacLeod and former longtime Brigadoon, Pat Kelly added to the mix.  The Brigadoons still play that traditional music that has make them so popular over the years.  While new songs are always being added to their repertoire, they still perform all of the old favorites, “Glengarry My Home”, “St. Raphaels” and “The Martintown Song” at the request of their loyal fans.

•A family group consisting of fiddling and step dancing siblings – Tom, Kerry & Julie Fitzgerald. These siblings, from just outside of Canada’s renowned Ottawa Valley, have come a long way from their small town roots. Featuring 3-time Canadian Grandmaster Fiddle Champions and Ontario Open Step Dance Champions, this unique act features high-energy fiddling and mind-blowing step dancing. It is the rare combination of exceptional musicianship, incomparable step dancing, audience interaction, evident love of performing, and genuine sibling connection that resonates with audiences of all ages and sets this group apart.

The Fitzgerald siblings were raised in a musical household, and toured internationally with their family band “Everything Fitz”. Growing up in the Ottawa Valley, they were immersed in the rich tradition of Canadian Old Time fiddling and step dancing that evolved with the arrival of Irish, Scottish and French immigrants. Over time, they have developed their art form to include various styles of fiddle music including Celtic, jazz, bluegrass, French-Canadian, and pop. They have also explored other forms of dance including tap and Irish. The siblings continue to push boundaries by fusing traditional and modern styles of fiddle and dance to create their own unique sound and style. Their creativity and passion for experimentation has led them to compose original tunes and arrangements, some of which were released on their latest album. The result is a groovy and catchy new sound and look that appeals to all ages.

•From 1978 to 1985 Donnybrook Fair were the darlings of the Irish club scene, traveling across the USA and Ireland doling out their particular brand of Irish folk music.  Kevin McKrell, David McDonnell and Jeff Strange combined strong and imaginative instrumentation with powerful and stunning vocals – and they have united for a few shows this summer including this stop at the Capital District Scottish Games. (Saturday 8/31 only)

•As a solo artist, Colin touches every emotion with his enthusiastic, high-energy, professional and artistic performance, tailored to fit any occasion, Scottish, Irish, Folk, Schools or Workshops. His captivating repertoire of Traditional Celtic-American, bluegrass and nationally acclaimed original material, delivered with his powerful tenor voice, and fiery quick guitar together with irrepressible good humor and stories. This mixed with sing-along songs and even some unbelievable yodeling appealing to audiences of all ages.

All stage sound and lighting by Live Sound Inc.