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
home recordings
Uncle Peter’s Tune
I just shared some fine old-time Gaspesian fiddling on our sister blog (Old-Time Fiddle Music From the Gaspé Coast). It features two fine fiddlers, Erskine Morris and Kingsley Marion, both playing this captivating stepdance tune that was once perhaps in wide circulation in the area. Here is the link to the music. If you know … Continue reading Uncle Peter’s Tune
Merry Christmas from the Leo Fitzpatrick fonds
In archival terminology, a "fonds" describes a collection of unique documents created by an individual or organization through their regular activities. Modern archival practice largely traces itself to post-revolutionary France and the conscious effort to safeguard the records of the new republic; the idea of an archival "fonds" has its roots here and we still … Continue reading Merry Christmas from the Leo Fitzpatrick fonds
Upcoming Event – Barachois Wellness Centre: November 25, 2015
Just a quick note to let readers know that I'll be at Vision's Barachois Wellness Centre this coming Wednesday, November 25, 2015. Once again I'll be sharing music from our archives during the afternoon session to give you a sense of our collections and get your feedback. The event takes place at the Legion in … Continue reading Upcoming Event – Barachois Wellness Centre: November 25, 2015
