The Barra MacNeils - an East Coast Christmas

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Friday, November 17th, 2023
7:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Celebrate an East Coast - styled Christmas with Canada's first family of Celtic music!

The Barra MacNeils launch their coast-to-coast festive tour in November with three stops on Vancouver Island: November 17 at the Tidemark Theatre in Campbell River, November 18 at Knox United Church in Parksville, and November 19 at the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney. All performances start at 7:30.

Steeped in Atlantic tradition with strong Celtic roots and musical artistry, this diversely talented group of siblings are 5-time East Coast Music Award winners and sell out shows around the world.

Kyle (vocals, guitar, violin, mandolin), Lucy (vocals, bodhran, Celtic harp, fiddle, step dancing), Sheumas (keyboards, piano, bodhran, fiddle, bouzouki, vocals), Stewart (vocals, accordion, tin whistle, flute, bouzouki, guitar, step dancing), and Boyd (mandolin, fiddle, guitar, banjo, percussion, step dancing) are known for their brilliant instrumentals, ringing harmonies, and delightful flair for storytelling. Their unique seasonal show brings a special Celtic spin to traditional favourites and original east coast treasures with songs, stories, and dance. Their stunning rendition of "O Holy Night" is just one of the highlights that brings audiences to their feet. And as is characteristic of their holiday TV specials on CMT and PBS, their live Christmas shows feature heart-warming stories of their Christmases growing up in Cape Breton.

Among those appearing with the family are Master Piper René Cusson and a dynamic Highland/Celtic dance troupe --- bringing together multiple generations in the Celtic community, as tradition dictates.

Whether this is your first, or your umpteenth Barra MacNeils live concert experience, it is sure to leave you with joyful memories that will last beyond the season.

For more information visit www.celticperformingarts.com