As an accomplished fiddler, teacher and composer, there is no doubt that Ian has been a cornerstone in ‘preserving the Glengarry Fiddle’ for generations to come.
Peter MacInnes was born on August 9, 1909 to Donald MacInnes and his wife, Annie Campbell in the 6th Concession of Kenyon Township in Glengarry County. He married Greta Kippen in 1934 and they had three children, Jean, married to James Campbell, Donald (Bud) deceased,...
For over 50 years, piping in Glengarry and Connie Kippen Blaney have been synonymous. As a piper, teacher and executive in many piping organizations she has been a leader in the promotion and conservation of Celtic Music. Connie has spent most of her life in Maxville,...
This couple has been involved with music in Glengarry for many years. Rene grew up interested in music, but his interest increased when he began attending dances. He took one lesson on the fiddle, and in the mid 1950s he organized a small band known as the Glen...
Founded The MacCulloch School of Dance, which teaches Highland and step dance to this day. It is estimated that Rae taught from 3000 to 4000 students over her nearly fifty years of instruction.
Glenda was both a Founding member and a Charter member as well as a 2023 Inductee into the Celtic Music Hall of Fame. She was a great supporter of all things Celtic, and made a lasting impact in Glengarry.
The Glengarry Celtic Music Hall of Fame Nineteenth Induction Dinner will be held on Friday, May 24, 2024 at the Bonnie Glen Pavilion in Alexandria. Tickets sales will be at 10am on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at the Alexandria Curling Club, 138 Main Street N. Tickets are...
We would like to acknowledge the passing of Kenneth Ward on February 16th, 2024, and offer our condolences to his family and friends. A lover of Celtic music, Ken was very involved with the Hall. He was a "Charter Member," and served as our first treasurer. [button...
We are proud to announce the addition of the following inductees this year. They have all shown great pride in promoting Glengarry and its Celtic roots.
We are looking for new nominations for 2024. If you'd like to nominate one of Glengarry's many talented musicians, hardworking teachers or promoters, please send in your nomination by December 31st, 2023. Download our nomination form here Nominations from previous...