Festivals & Events
Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs: Melody and Derrick Cameron
The name “The Baddeck Gathering” Ceilidh came from a popular fiddle tune of the same name that was recorded by many Cape Breton musicians including Winston Fitzgerald, Howie MacDonald, Johnnie Wilmot and the late Charlie MacCuspic to whose memory the Baddeck Gathering Ceilidh is dedicated. Thursday nights this season feature Melody and Derrick Cameron who live in West Mabou, Inverness County on a small dairy farm. The duo has performed together for more than 20 years, playing dances, pubs and concerts throughout Cape Breton with Derrick on guitar and Melody on fiddle and dancing. Tickets are on sale at the door between 5 and 7pm. Admission includes tea and locally baked oatcakes. Cash only. Reservations recommended. Showtime 7:30pm
Event Start: July 4, 2024
Event End: October 17, 2024
Phone: 902-295-7663
Email: baddeckgatheringceilidhs@gmail.com
Website: baddeckgathering.com
Address: 6 Margaree Road, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Canada
Category: Festivals & Events
The name “The Baddeck Gathering” Ceilidh came from a popular fiddle tune of the same name that was recorded by many Cape Breton musicians including Winston Fitzgerald, Howie MacDonald, Johnnie Wilmot and the late Charlie MacCuspic to whose memory the Baddeck Gathering Ceilidh is dedicated. Thursday nights this season feature Melody and Derrick Cameron who live in West Mabou, Inverness County on a small dairy farm. The duo has performed together for more than 20 years, playing dances, pubs and concerts throughout Cape Breton with Derrick on guitar and Melody on fiddle and dancing. Tickets are on sale at the door between 5 and 7pm. Admission includes tea and locally baked oatcakes. Cash only. Reservations recommended. Showtime 7:30pm