Artists

Peter Morrison - Scotland's Premier Entertainer
Peter is The Man! Simply put - the finest voice you will ever hear. Simply put - the master of the stage. He is Scotland's Premier Performer - star of TV, Radio and Concert Hall. And he travels with and performs for us on our Annual Scotland Goes to Sea Cruise. Considered amongst the legends of Scottish music already, you will become an instant Peter fan!

Neil Anderson
The Bagpipe Squeezing Monster of Celtic Fusion Jazz who make the most outstanding music ever!!! Ask anyone who has heard this guy!! A founding member of Seven Nations, Neil has gone on and taken his music and the sound of the pipes levels beyond. Bringing together other top musicians and performers, Neil creates more magic and mystery than any one stage should legally have!

BROTHER
Mongrel Aussie band based in L.A. along with our son, Didgeridrew. Hamish, Angus, Dalbo & special guests! Great music, great people, great causes.

Hadrian's Wall
An Upbeat, Kilt-Flying, Foot-Stomping Celtic group from Glengarry County, Ontario who really make our festivals fun! They are our "House Band" and a welcome part of any festival, concert or pub where they perform.

Gerry Timlin
From Coalisland, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland comes one of our favorite singers and a fantastic entertainer! (Plus a special friend!) His brand of humor, sense of his audience and ease of his singing makes Gerry a true professional. And when he joins with Tom Kane, to make Timlin & Kane -well they are the best Irish duo since white (soda)bread!

Seamus Kennedy
One of Ireland's funniest comics, a great entertainer (and a good house guest who enjoys single malt!)

Rathkeltair - The newest Celtic Sound on the scene
What do you get when you put four talented musicians together in one band and tell everyone they are fantastic and not be worried about your endorsement? You've got Rathkeltair - Neil Nick Watson, Trevor Tanner and Peter Kimosh! Good Lord - can these boys rock! Yes, Karen's their agent - but trust both of us - they will get your juices flowing! Bookings are available - great sounds are promised!

The Jimmy Kelly Band
Without a doubt - we think this is one of the best bands we know! Hard hitting, fast, furious, fantastic Celtic music. If you are in charge of a Celtic Festival - Music Event or just looking for a great band - this is it. That East of the Hebrides does their bookings doesn't influence us one bit - Trust us - they are among the finest!!

Seven Nations
America's Hottest Celtic Rock Band - Unbelievable! (And yes, we're the ones that took them to Scotland!)

Greenwich Meantime
What a sound! What an experience! With Shelley Downing on fiddle and vocals, blending with super singer and guitar player - Nick Matthews, Steph AcAler handling the drums ,Jessie on electric guitar, and the line is kept going with Nigel Gibson. Hot! Hot! Hot!

Ian Bruce
Unbelievable Scottish folksinger! Great musician, fine writer that you should know. His music is always on our CD player. It should be on yours!

HALALI
Laura, Hanneke and Lissa three of the finest Scottish fiddlers in the world - I'm not kidding! They simply are the best! They fiddle, they sing, they dance and they are always a delight - 'cause they love the music and life. Plus each has her own band - check out their own web pages too!

Laura Cortese
She is it! She has it all! Personality Plus! Dancer! Singer! Fiddler! One of those most engaging young ladies who simply takes over the stage, enveloping all aspects of a performance. Her fiddle playing is definite, distinctive and so darn good! And so much fun to be with. Her energy make everyone feel alive! Halali's dancer, singer and compliment to Hanneke and Lissa fiddle styles - she is awesome!

Lissa Schneckenburger
A fiddle dynamo! Lissa has that special flavor that makes every performance come alive. Her love of the music has honed her craft and those in the audience feel and become part of her energy. As a part of Halali or with her own band - she never fails to deliver! The sky is the limit - no I am wrong, she plays to the heavens and beyond!

Hanneke Cassel
What a story this young lady has! Fiddler, keyboardist, singer, songwriter. And old soul deep within who makes her shine. Whether playing with Halali or Cathie Ryan or her own band, she is inspirational! You will discover a depth in her music that is beyond her years. You will be moved by her.

The Brigadoons
Our favorite Ceilidh band from Canada! Also our Scotland Goes to Sea Band (for the 12th year)! Scottish music with touches of Irish and lots of Canadian - all wrapped up to make great music. True originals! Great vocals, great playing - simply GREAT! Look for them at Festivals that know music!

Deirdre Reilly
Irish America's sweetheart! Deirdre is beyond a doubt one of the finest performers and singers we know. Nashville based, she weaves a special blend of Irish and Country that makes everyone who hears her a fan forever! And what a showman! Total command of the stage in any setting. And a totally wonderful lady! Check out her site... you'll see what we mean!

Andy Cooney
What a performer! What a show! Andy brings world-class presence and showmanship to every performance on large or small stage. A great voice - a tremendous ability to communicate and a real good friend. His love of music and his way of bringing a warmth to the songs of Ireland and beyond makes him one of our favorites. He's not to be missed.

Patsy Whelan - Master Performer
Patsy is one of those very rare performers that I just simply enjoy! An all emcompasing guitar player with fingers that make the instrument speak volumes and a touch on the fiddle that makes you hope he doesn't put it down. And all this coming in a person that makes me laugh and always gives me a new "Patsy Whelan story" to tell. Check him out! Go become a Patsy fan!

John Whelan
The most outrageous accordion player ever with a kick'n band! (Plus he's a 7-time all Ireland button accordion champion!) Simply one of the finest musicians and a real gem of a guy!

Blackthorn
Philadelphia's hottest Irish group and soon the world's! What a party!

Ed Miller
The Edinburgh Rambler and one of Scotland's finest folk music artists. Easy, intelligent, and presents Scottish music and Scotland the best! AND YOU'LL HEAR HIM ON THE BENNIGAN'S TV AD FOR ST. PATRICK'S CELEBRATIONS! LEAVE IT TO SOME AD AGENCY TO USE A SCOTSMAN TO SING ON AN IRISH AD!

Sean Fleming
This is one quality performer. Killarney's best musical representative!

The Alexander Brothers
Musical icons and Scotland's Ambassadors of Song (and great Scotland Goes to Sea Cruise buddys!)

SEARSON
Wait til you hear this band! Three lovely ladies and one lad who stepdance, fiddle, strum,hit the keyboards,sing and bring one of the best stage performances you will see anywhere on the circuit. And they are tearing up the circuit! Fresh from Ontario, Canada they are the talk of the Celtic Music Scene and a must have at East of the Hebrides events and a growing list of others!

Oliver McElhone
Big Ollie..... a favorite performer of ours. Lot's of fun no matter if it is in a pub or a house party. A big smile.... a big voice... a big heart...always equals Oliver. Check him out!

Old Blind Dogs
What a great group of musicians! Rightly defined as, "ON THE CUTTING EDGE OF SCOTLAND'S NEW ROOTS REVIVAL". Simply fanastic! Check their web page!

Hooligans
Every once in a while a band comes together and REALLY turns the audience on from the first note of music played. This is such a band! Philly based - Philly to the core - meaning a no holds barred - pure energy! A great band making Irish and Scottish music soar! Their next step is international! Trust us!

Karen Hunter
This is one of the finest fiddlers in the world. (And our friend!) She tore up our Mid-Winter Festival! Watch for her coming back to the US often to play at the festivals (both ours and those that understand REAL music!)

Men Of Worth
Scotman, Donnie Macdonald and Irishman, Jimmy Keigher are without a question simply outstanding. True characters, true musicians, true to the music! Their latest CD is just out. Order it through their web site! (Oh, yeah - they know all the dialogue in "Local Hero" and every chapter of "Para Handy"!!! So, you know they are great!)

Charlie Zahm
Our good friend and we consider him to have the finest voice on the Scottish, Irish and Maritime music scene.

Carolyn Hannan
At last, Carolyn's own web page - One of our favorite ladies and performers. She is at her best for dinnershows,theater,organizations, clubs and concerts.

Birnam Wood
There was a time when a forest went to Birnam Wood, now crowds are rushing to hear "Birnam Wood". Celtic music with a refreshing new world beat. Interactive, up-front, and as with all East of the Hebrides favorites ~ good guys! Go check them out ~ you'll be hearing lots from them!

Washington Memorial Pipe Band
We are always getting asked for pipers and pipebands in the Philadelphia, PA area. We always recommend the Washington Memorial Pipeband. Founded in 1939, they remain strong in their commitment to presenting the best piping and performance. And if you are looking to learn to pipe or drum, this is where you should start. Check out their web site.

Events

16th MID-WINTER SCOTTISH & IRISH MUSIC FESTIVAL &
THIS IS THE ONE FESTIVAL YOU SHOUDN'T MISS. IT'S KAREN'S AND BILL'S FAVORITE EVENT! THE DATE - FEBRUARY 15, 16, 17, 2008. WE'LL LOOK FOR YOU!

The Fernwood Scottish & Irish Music Festival
The Fernwood Festival continues the great music and fun every year! This year - Nov. 9, 10, 11, 2007 - Click here and check out our UP-Coming Page too!

Bonnie Brae Scottish Games
June 7, 2008. Our own Scottish Games! Please come out. Dozens of pipe bands. Hundreds of Highland dancers. Dogs herding sheep. British Car display. Re-enactors swordfighting. Country Dancers. Highland Athletes. Vendors. Food. Entertainers. What more could you want??

Long's Peak Festival
Este's Park, Colorado. Beautiful and exciting. Karen & Bill will be there again ~ September 5th thru 7th, 2008 with Brother, The Elders, Albannach and don't forget Seamus Kennedy. Bill is hosting the Main Entertainment Tent on the field and MCing the Celtic New Year Stage Shows! Join us for a great time in fabulous Colorado

New Hampshire Highland Games
The prettiest Games in North America - why you'd swear you were in the Highlands of Scotland. Bill's the MC for the main music tent. The three day event returns to the ski hills and resort at Loon, NH. Great piping, dancing, vendors, seminars, entertainers, ahtletics. Check out the site.

Retailers

Scotloads - the place to downoad Scottish Music
Looking for great Scottish Music? This is it! The best in Scottish folk and more! A great place to hear the latest and to find timeless Scots music.

THE SHANACHIE PUB & RESTAURANT
Our friend Gerry Timlin's place in Ambler, PA. Check out - WE'LL SEE YOU THERE! (It's Terrific!)

Soccer World
For all lovers of "World Football" - aka SOCCER - here's the place to get all your equipment, soccer news and to keep in touch with all things Soccer! Mail Order is their specialty. Good friends - good people to support! Check out their web page.

Highland Heritage
Looking for a Kilt? Looking for a bagpipe? Looking for anything Scottish? See the McConnell's! It's where my kilt(s) come from!

USA Kilts
Come on! Be a MAN! Wear a kilt! USA Kilts will design a kilt to meet any need! For the pub! For the office! For that wedding or party! Heck - even you can look like Sean Connery! Feel the breeze! Wear a Kilt! Check out their web page.

Brittingham's Irish Pub
The East of the Hebrides #1 watering hole. 640 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, Pa (610) 828-7351. Celtic music Thursday through Sunday. Come say hi to Mike and Susan.

Celtic Exchange
Looking for the best in Celtic Jewellery and artwork, log on to our friends Danny and Sue. Visit them at the Festivals or their shop in Lewisburg, PA. (Lizards to the core!! HA!)

Rob Piland
Jeweler: One of the finest gold and silversmiths around today.Check out his site, buy through the web, see him at our festivals.

Associations

The place for Celtic music, news and more!
Want a great source for Celtic Music? Want a radio program that features the best in Celtic Sounds? Want a place to find out about Celtic Events? How about a place to really tap into the Celtic World of Music? TradTunes is that source! Check it out and join up! Why we like them so much, they are a part of our February Mid-Winter Festival!

New York Caledoinian Club
From the Big Apple but not just for the Big Apple! The New York Caledonian Club brings people of like mind together for Scottish Studies, piping, dancing, entertainment, dinners, socials and more for everyone! They meet regularly or you can keep intouch with them through the Newsletter. Or - and this is really great ~ the Club comes to a number of our East of the Hebrides Festivals and Games (including our Bonnie Brae Scottish Games -June 7th). Great people and a great Scottish Organization.

Music In Scotland
Keep up on all the latest traditional, folk and more musical happenings in Scotland. Check it out and join their list for up-dates.

Celtic TV
A most valuable resource for all things Celtic! A connection to Music, Entertainers, Events, Shops and more. Put this site on your "favorites".

Find it in Ireland
This a main source for all things Irish. Music, entertainers, shops, research, why you can even order a taxi! A valuable site and definitely interesting and helpful whether you are in Ireland or not.

Association of Scottish Games & Festivals
A listing of Scottish Games and Festivals throughout the United States complete with dates and locations

Commodore Barry Club/Phila. Irish Center
The focal point of all things Irish in the Phila.

Scottish Island Tours
If you are going to Scotland and have the chance to take in the Western Islands (Mull, Iona, Scaffa, etc.), contact Gordon. Their tours are wonderful. And the folks that run them really care for their clients!

Philadelphia Ceili Group
For the best in Traditional Music

Under Design
This graphic designer has been doing many of the flyers for East of the Hebrides for years!

Fortissimo Music
An aficionado of all sorts of Music, John McGlinchey hosts a variety of sites with a bent to the Celtic side!

TARTAN TV
A new site that will keep you up to date on all things Scottish. From entertainment to travel toresearch it has it all! Check it out and make it a Favorite!

Celtic.com
Looking for listings of Celtic festivals? Looking for the latest in Celtic wares? Looking for a comprehensive site for EVERYTHING Celtic? Check out this site and make it a Favorite.