The name “The Baddeck Gathering” Ceilidh came from a popular fiddle tune of the same name that was recorded by many Cape Breton musicians including Winston Fitzgerald, Howie MacDonald, Johnnie Wilmot and the late Charlie MacCuspic to whose memory the Baddeck Gathering Ceilidh is dedicated. Gillian Head is a fiddler with a sound that exemplifies the spirit and drive of traditional Cape Breton music. With a style all his own, and an unparalleled intensity on the keyboard, Jason Roach is one of the most impressive piano players you will ever hear. Together they’ll keep your toes tapping all night. Tickets are on sale at the door between 5 and 7pm. Admission includes tea and locally baked oatcakes. Cash only. Reservations recommended. Showtime 7:30pm.
Next Date: Dec 27, 2024
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Ian MacDougall holds a strange and unassuming presence on the East Coast musical landscape. Fronting his internationally acclaimed, musicall...
Next Date: Dec 14, 2024
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Victor Tomiczek is a singer-songwriter from Dominion, Cape Breton. He plays banjo and guitar in The Tom Fun Orchestra and leads the Sydney-b...
Next Date: Dec 13, 2024
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Joe Cook is a Cape Breton singer/songwriter who loves telling stories of a life well-lived on the East Coast. Growing up in a small fishing...
Next Date: Dec 7, 2024
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Brandon Collier has been surrounded by music all his life. Getting started playing guitar at the age of 14, he has been making a name for hi...
Next Date: Dec 18, 2024
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney River
The Cape Breton Comedy Festival is excited to announce a new initiative with sponsor Mercer Fuels. The Comedy Festival’s Open Mic Nights w...
Next Date: Nov 29, 2024
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Membertou
Carl Getto is one of Cape Breton’s most prominent jazz piano players. Carl plays in a style that has been described as elegant, smooth...
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