Convention 2010 - Piping
Our 'Conventions' have become popular 'festivals within a festival' in recent years, and we hope that 2010's Piping Convention will be no exception.
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Dàimh
Over 36 feet tall and weighing more than 1/2 a ton.... Dàimh, the ultimate Scottish, Irish, Cape Breton, Californian group!
The charging pipe and fiddle led assault that has seen the 'Pirates of Puirt' rocking far and wide (and nominated for best group at last years trad music awards) is now joined by the amazing vocals of (mod gold medalist & Trad Music Awards; Gaelic Singer of the year nominee 2006) Calum Alex MacMillan from Lewis, adding the depth and power of gaelic song to an already phenomenal instrumental arsenal.
We're delighted that, during the course of the weekend, Angus MacKenzie will lead a workshop on Highland, Borders and Scottish small pipes, and Callum Alex MacMillan one on Highland pipes and Scottish small pipes.
Albin Paulus
Albin is well known throughout Europe for his work not only with the wonderful Hotel Palindrone but also with numerous other groups, playing a dazzling array of instruments. Based in Vienna, Albin has long been acknowledged as a master of piping and, what's more, a truly lovely and inspirational musician. Friendly and full of humour with a real command of his instruments, Albin will be doing workshops on The Bock and grande cornemuse.
