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Regimental Pipes and Drums of the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders

Regimental Pipes and Drums of the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders

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To this day, The Regimental Pipes and Drums of the SD&G Highlanders is comprised of serving and retired members of the unit as well as civilian members. For 130 years this band has been known for their deep Celtic roots in Glengarry and adherence to the traditions of the Highlanders. Its roots in the Militia Companies of Glengarry, (No. 4 Company, Lancaster, No. 5 Company, Williamstown, and No. 7 Company, Dunvegan) have made outstanding contributions to Celtic music in Glengarry.

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The Clansmen

The Clansmen

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The Clansmen were formed in 1973 under the direction of Sylvester MacDonald. This was one of very few Scottish dance bands in Glengarry at the time and they would change the way dance music would be played in the area for many years to come.

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The Ranger Family

The Ranger Family

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Omer and Angelina Ranger started their life together in Vaudreuil, Quebec, but moved to Glengarry County in 1911. They purchased land here and built their home. During their years in the brick home, they parented 12 living children. The house was filled with music and parties.

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The Glen Orchestra

The Glen Orchestra

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The Glen Orchestra was one of the most popular performance groups in Glengarry for over 15 years. They played from St Eugene to Berwick, but were most popular in the North Glengarry area.

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Munro Family Orchestra & Pipe Band

Munro Family Orchestra & Pipe Band

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The Munro family of Apple Hill were well known throughout the county and beyond for their musical ability. Headed by their father, Phillip Ross Munro and his wife, Catherine, they used to put on completer concerts around the county and area. Phillip and his son Sandy...

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The Glengarry Pipe Band

The Glengarry Pipe Band

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For nearly fifty years, the people of Glengarry and beyond have been so very lucky and blessed to have the Glengarry Pipe Band in their midst. Indeed, it is gratifying to know how the wonderful traditions of Scottish culture have benefited from the influence of this...

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The Lochiel Strings

The Lochiel Strings

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In 1980 Paul Louis Lacombe, Stanley Robinson and I, Jean Marie Lacombe, all from Glen Robertson, Ontario met together regularly to play violin music. At this time we would drive down to Bob’s Hotel in Dalhousie Station, Quebec to hear Viola MacCuaig, well known...

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Glengarry Strathspey and Reel Society

Glengarry Strathspey and Reel Society

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The original Scottish settlers in Glengarry had long relied on the violin or fiddle to provide their music for ceilidhs, concerts, weddings and any other Celtic events. Many brought their fiddles and music with them, but over time Scottish violin music showed signs of...

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The Fletcher Family

The Fletcher Family

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The Fletchers are recorded as living in Glengarry as early as 1822. They were associated with the performance and promotion of Celtic Music and its tradition in Glengarry from this time to well into the sixties when the last of the family members, Norman, left the...

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2025 Induction Dinner Tickets

Apr 14, 2025 |

Tickets for the 20th Induction Dinner on May 23rd, 2025 will be sold on Wednesday, May 7th from 10:30am until 1pm at the Curling Club in Alexandria The cost is $75 per ticket. Cash or e-transfer only. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at...

Maggie’s Wake at the Aultsville Theatre – April 5, 7:30pm – POSTPONED

Mar 26, 2025 |

Maggie’s Wake is an award winning Canadian “new trad” folk group, who have created an exciting splash in the folk music scene, blending high twang, classic country with contemporary takes on celtic jigs and reels, cajun twin fiddles and reggae rhythms. Their music is an original, genre hopping adventure that has captured the hearts of audiences across Canada and the United States.

Kelli Trottier – Upcoming Concert and Workshop

Mar 26, 2025 |

IN THE HOUSE is excited offer up this great opportunity to not only hear Kelli live, but to learn from a fantastic fiddler player and teacher, all in one fiddle packed weekend! Come for the concert, or come for the workshop! Better yet, come for both!

Now Hiring: Summer Curator Position

Mar 20, 2025 |

We are hiring a curator for summer 2025 (from mid June until mid August). Please email your resume to glengarryceltic@gmail.com by April 30th, 2025.

Announcing the 2025 Inductees

Feb 24, 2025 |

We are pleased to announce the 2025 Inductees into the Glengarry Celtic Music Hall of Fame. From approximately thirty nominees the following six have been unanimously approved for Induction: Living Inductees: Ross Davison Neil Emberg Group: Fridge Full of Empties...

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