Back in 2010, Brian Morris and I started a project documenting the fiddle music of his father, the late Erskine Morris (1913-1997) from Douglastown. Erskine's music was my introduction to Gaspesian culture and has been my main source of musical inspiration for the past six years. Since we began working together, Brian has transferred about … Continue reading Erskine and Brian Morris – 1985 Cambridge Tape
Month: March 2016
Upcoming Music (03-20-2016): Grade 6 Trip Fundraiser, Gaspé Elementary
My friend Angie Levesque recently posted information on her Facebook page about an upcoming musical event of interest for those in the Gaspesian community. She has allowed me to share the info with you: Music, Music, Music A fundraiser for the Grade 6 year-end trip at Gaspe Elementary school will be held on March 20 … Continue reading Upcoming Music (03-20-2016): Grade 6 Trip Fundraiser, Gaspé Elementary
Old Irish Songs with Norma and Debbie
The St. Patrick's season is upon us and if you are around Douglastown, you might notice a little more wearing of the green in the coming week leading up to the 17th of March. Today is also International Women's Day. And so with these two celebrations in mind, I wanted to share with you songs … Continue reading Old Irish Songs with Norma and Debbie
Gaspesian Community Sound 