Mac Morin

Cape Breton Piano*

March 6, 2019 By

Instructor: Mac Morin

The Cape Breton piano accompaniment style has become an inseparable sound to the traditional music of the island. This class is to point out some major aspects of the style with some examples of how it has evolved over the last 50 years. Participants will be able to learn the Cape Breton approach of accompaniment to a small medley of tunes.

*Participants should plan to bring their own keyboard to the event. There is a secure room to keep it in over the weekend if you choose.

Step Dancing

December 26, 2018 By

Instructor: Mac Morin, Wendy MacIsaac, Mairi Rankin
All Levels; Dancing

Wendy, Mairi, and Mac are all accomplished step dancers. In Cape Breton it is common for people to learn steps as children and they are often interwoven with many other parts of the ceilidh culture. This dynamic team will take the pulse of the room and move forward to accommodate the group present. Basic steps will form the basis of this class and embellishments will branch out. Steps may include strathspey steps and reel steps. Last year routines were developed and in some classes live music was part of the fun.

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Bring soft soled (not tap) dance shoes if you like. A water bottle will be welcomed, as well as layered clothing–you will break a sweat!

Becoming a professional musician

December 26, 2018 By

Leaders: Joni Harms; Mac Morin, Rob Flax, Fred White
Format: Panel Discussion

What are the nuts and bolts of making a living with music? Learn how some successful players have been doing it for years. Get some questions answered on getting started like “How much do we charge” or “ How do we market the gig”. Learn some tips for negotiating a performance or event.