These are the 2003 events. This schedule will be updated as next years plans are complete.
"Traditional Highland Dancing"
Wendy Fennelll goes over the history of the oldest of the traditional dances and costumes, and will also teach some simple steps.
Wendy S. Fennell, Instructor/Director
of the MacFennell Highland Dancers, Teaching Sewickley at the Sewickley School for Performing Arts and in Upper St. Clair
wfennell@stargate.net
(412) 389-8425
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"TWISTED KNICKERS - Celtic music and history, with a twist!"
Explore the history of celtic music and instruments with Linda MacNair on Harp, Arthur MacNair on Irish Whistle, Bruce Golightly on guitar, and Beth Chatham on Bodhran (pronounced "bo'run").
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"Highland Regiments of the Seven Years War"
Edward S. Vogler Jr, a living historian with the 77th Regiment of Foote (Montgomery's Highlanders), will provide a brief history of highland soldiers in the employ of the King of England; from the founding of the "Black Watch" constabulary to the three prominent regiments serving in America during the "French and Indian War". Also included: Manual of Arms demonstration, as well as various uniforms worn while on campaign in Western Pennsylvania (1758-1760 and 1763-1764)
Edward S. Vogler Jr, Living Historian
412-303-5436
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"Geneaology 101"
Dr. Billie J. Gailey will show you how start your own geneaological quest. You'll get valuable tips on charts, and sources for digging on this side of the Atlantic.
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"Scottish Gaelic 101"
Learn to speak this great, yet nearly extinct language with Kevin McLaughlin
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"Seannachie: Scottish Storyteller Workshop"
A workshop by Barra the Bard (Barra Jacob-McDowell) on basic storytelling techniques including a brief history of this important Celtic art and some sources on finding Scottish tales to tell.
Barra Jacob-McDowell
barra@stargate.net
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"Some other great performers"
Dave Olsen - talented musician. Plays bagpipes, fiddle, pennywhistle.
Hot Toddies - Celtic Pittsburgh group
Harp Grove of Western PA - Scottish harpists playing beautiful enchanting music.
Drumdelgie - Fiddle and guitar making wonderful celtic music.
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"Scottish Highland Dancing"
Compare/contrast Highland Dancing to other forms of dance, and discuss the development of Highland Dancing in the 20th Century. Steps will be taught if desired. Presented by Joyce MacFarlane McIntosh, Runner-up World and Overseas Champion, Instructor of MacFarlane McIntosh Dancers, and Pennsylvania Council of the Arts Fellow.
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And More!!!
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Be sure to visit these living historical displays....
"Fiber Artists of 18th Century"
Jill Stuart Moncilovich, 18th Century Scottish Weaver and Healer
724-225-7189 ~ mandktherapy@stargate.net
And Kathryn of the Hills, Celtic Spinner, Historic Clothier and Seamstress
724-223-8213 ~ ryn910@yahoo.com ~ http://www.geocities,com/ryn910
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"Montgomery's Highland Battalion, the 77th Regiment of Foote.
A Pittsburgh based reenactor's association."
Cpl. Duncan Munro, Pte. Sean MacConnell, and Pte. Ian McKinnan will describe military life in the 1700's. The 77th is always looking for potential "muskets" as well as "camp followers." Those who might wish to "take the king's shilling" should stop by the "recruiting" table.
Edward S. Vogler Jr, Living Historian
412-303-5436
Dave Hustler
Ed Gaudelli
2003 Performance Schedule TBA
Main Stage
11:00am - 11:45am McFarlane McIntosh Highland Dancers
& the Balmoral Highlanders Pipe Band
12:00pm - 12:30pm MacFennell Highland Dancers & Thompson Highland Dancers
12:45pm - 1:15pm Twisted Knickers
1:30pm - 2:15pm Les Getchall's Scot/Irish band
2:30pm - 3:00pm Pittsburgh Scottish Country Dancers & Drumdelgie
3:15pm - 3:45pm The Laurel Highlanders Pipe Band
Parlor
11:00am - 11:45am Barra the Bard
12:00pm - 12:45 Dave Olson
1:00pm - 1:45pm Hot Toddies
2:00pm - 2:45pm Harp Grove
3:00pm - 3:45pm Drumdelgie
2003 Workshops subjects and times TBA
Scottish country dancing by Paul Thompson
History of Single malt by Bob Brutt
Dave Strunk will be presenting Heavy Athletics
Celtic symbol drawing by John Weber
Arthur Smith, curator of the glencoe folk museum on Scottish tourism
Workshop times will be added soon, so please check back. If you have a workshop suggestion, please send an email to Cheryl at Cruachaner@aol.com
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