COWAL CEILIDH TENT 2009
The Ceilidh Tent although only in its third year is now a well established feature of the Saturday at Cowal and will be for the foreseeable future thanks to secured sponsorship from McArthur Property Group.
Last year – the Red Hot Chilli Pipers began their sound check early in the morning – crowds gathered and it was clear that their performance was one not to be missed………and we were not disappointed! A capacity crowed enjoyed a “red hot” performance from the Chilli’s to the extent that the sides were opened to allow the spill over crowd to be part of the spectacular finale to a wonderful afternoon of entertainment. So much so that at the end of the performance the Chilli’s promised a return visit in 2009.
Thanks to generous support by two local businesses, Argyll Holidays and Stewart Shaw Ltd (who also own Loch Lomond Garden Centre) we have managed to secure two top line acts for this year – so yet again the Cowal Ceilidh Tent gets bigger and better!
Come along and enjoy some refreshments in the Ceilidh Tent Bar while enjoying performances throughout the afternoon from:
1200 HRS KINLOCH CEILIDH BAND
Featuring Archie and Alex McAllister with Ian McFadyen, this well known west coast ceilidh band are certain to get people on their feet from the start. A great way to kick start an afternoon of exceptional entertainment
1300 HRS TIRIODH 
Keeping with the Cowal Ceilidh Tent tradition of showcasing new upcoming bands; we are delighted to welcome Tiriodh – a young teenage ceilidh band based in Fife comprising cousins – Scot Wilson and Craig McNicol, and their younger brothers Niall Wilson and Ross McNicol. They already have a considerable track record individually in the traditional music scene so come along and give them a real Cowal welcome!
1400 HRS GARETH MITCHELSON
Last year’s dance slot was a welcome addition to the Ceilidh Tent so this year we will continue with the trend. This will be a spectacle not to be missed! Former World Highland Dancing Champion from the 1980’s, Gareth Mitchelson, will attempt a Guinness Book of Records attempt at performing a 50 Step Highland Fling! This is a real chance to put both Gareth and Cowal in the record books so come along and give him your support. Gareth has been working up to this world record attempt during fundraising efforts to raise funds and awareness for
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy a disorder suffered by his four year old son Logan. This is a follow up to the
forty step fling Gareth completed in April of this year.
1430 HRS SKERRYVORE
Described as the “the boy band of traditional Scottish Music Skerryvore’s mix of traditional ceilidh instruments with guitar, bass and drums guarantees to provide an exciting spectacle every time. With the added attraction of their brass section this Cowal performance will be explosive and the Ceilidh Tent will undoubtedly be the place to be. Showcasing some of their new material this will be a chance to hear tracks from their new album before they jet off to their next engagement in Beijing!
(Sponsored by
Stewart Shaw Ltd &
Argyll Holidays)
Last year’s performance was irrefutably “red hot” and the crowd reaction spoke for itself as the Cowal Ceilidh Tent rocked to the high energy performance given by the Chilli’s. From the spectacular Drum Duo to their rendition of Highland Cathedral the Cowal crowd loved every single minute. Last year saw the impromptu inclusion of the Red Hot Chilli Dancers………who wowed the crowd with their dazzling costumes and spectacular dance routines. Will we see a return of this Red Hot Dance troupe? You’ll have to come along and see……….
DON’T HEAR ABOUT IT AFTER THE EVENT – BE THERE!
For a reminder of the chillis in last year's ceilidh tent... click
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