Bandstand Performers 2007
The following performers entertained on the bandstand at the 2007 Payson Scottish Festival:
An Dragan Ceilteach
An Dragan Ceilteach, which means "Celtic Dragon," is an Irish dance group based in Riverton, Utah and is under the direction of Leia Rundquist. The group is comprised of dancers ranging from age four to adult. They perform traditional soft and hard shoe Irish step dances including jigs and reels. Their choreography includes modern adaptations of the historical dances while preserving traditional steps. For information contact: Leia Rundquist (801) 548-6663 or Liesl Allred (801) 446-5328 or Lisl Barney (801) 856-2564.
Caol Ila
Caol and Thomas Ritchie and Rachel and Walt Kerksiek play a variety of Celtic folk songs. Caol playing octave mandolin, banjo, and whistle, Thomas playing guitar, Rachel on fiddle, and Walt playing bodhran, whistles, and bagpipes, they cover a wide range of Celtic style. We welcome anyone, musician or otherwise to join us recreationally. CAOL ILA is dedicated to the continuance and preservation of Scottish culture. Most importantly we have a good time... We are pleased to meet you!
Celtic Country Dancers
Celtic Country Dancers are a group who enjoy their shared Scottish heritage and who take their dance lessons from Alice Drake. Beginning and advanced dancers enjoy working together to perfect their expertise and style. The Celtic Country Dancers perform at various ethnic functions. For additional information call Alice Drake at (801) 943-8694.
Dorian Mirth
Performing on a wide variety of period instruments, Dorian Mirth specializes in Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and European Folk genres, and endeavors to both authentically recreate and creatively re-imagine historic music. The band is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is comprised of close friends drawn together by their love of music, movies, history, costuming, and all things Tolkien-related.
Hazel Whyte
Scots-born musician, songwriter, and balladeer Hazel Whyte plays songs from Back Home - both traditional and contemporary. She has appeared at Kansas City Highland Gaes, Atchison Riverbend Festival, and others as well. You can find a little bit ore about Hazel at her website www.HazelWhyte.com. One of the largest collections of Scottish Ballads and Scottish songs which you can listen to online for free!
Kindred Voices
Kindred Voices performs a delightful variety of Celtic Fold and New Age songs from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and England, as well as original music. The clear, stunning vocals are accompanied by equally remarkable guitar.
Power Academy of Irish Dance
Power Academy of Irish Dance, directed by veteran champion Lisa Power Steinmetz, T.C.R.G., performs traditional and contemporary Irish Step dancing. Classes are offered in American Fork, Payson, and Southern California. All dancers are accepted regardless of age or experience. Come learn the traditional dances of Ireland in a family environment! For information contact Aubree Shelley at (801) 344-5650 or email poweracademyutah@yahoo.com. Feel free to visit us on the web at www.PowerIrishDance.com.
Rinceoiri Don Spraoi
Rinceoiri Don Spraoi is pronounced "rin-cory don spree" which is Irish Gaelic for "dancing for fun." RDS provides students an opportunity to experience the rich traditions of Irish dance and music individually as well as within our communities. We begin taking students for instruction at age eight and adults are also encouraged to join. While our program is focused toward performing, no student is required to be a performer. We encourage anyone interested to come and learn Irish Step Dance just for the fun of it.
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