Concert series brings a taste of Scotland
On April 14 at 8 p.m., The uNi Coffeehouse Concert Series presents Scotland's Alison McMorland & Geordie McIntyre. The concert will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Society Meetinghouse, 245 Porter Lake Drive, Springfield. For Information/Reservations call 562-3990 or log onto www.uNiCoffeehouse.org. Tickets are $12 at the door.
Alison McMorland & Geordie McIntyre, who make their home in Perthshire, Scotland, perform a diverse mix of traditional and contemporary songs. This delightful duo has a keen sense of how the songs from their Scottish and Irish heritages were meant to be sung and a passion to share the stories behind the songs. With songs old and new, they sweep their audiences away with them to the heath and the highlands.
Their music has been described as "A stunning display of how powerful tradition bearers can be presenting the experiences of people and the rich mythology of Scotland with a skill and unadorned passion for their cause" by www.folkbluesnbeyond.com
McMorland, born in Renfrewshire, Scotland of Ayrshire/Irish stock, her family was highly musical. She later lived in Cornwall and Yorkshire where exploring the folk cultures of these locales helped sharpen and define her Scottish identity. Her active work in the traditional and related arts has been extensive, innovative and significant, embracing radio and television broadcasting, theatre, publishing, numerous recordings, field collecting and community arts.
McIntyre's Highland Scot and Irish roots, his lifetime involvement in song, ballad and poetry coupled with his passion for walking the hills are all reflected in the extensive repertoire he has performed in most corners of Britain and Ireland and more recently in the USA.
uNi Coffeehouse Concerts feature:
lovely wooded location bordering on Longmeadow and the Forest Park woodlands;
easy access from anywhere via Interstate Route 91. Parking lot, plus space along road for later arrivals;
acoustic music (not electric, not excessively loud), some very old songs and tunes, some very new;
experienced performers from across the United States, Canada, and Great Britain;
coffeehouse style atmosphere relaxed, informal, low stage, candlelight, but no alcohol, no smoke;
lively concert hall sound in an intimate setting; performers often mingle with audience during breaks;
refreshments available home baked goodies, hot spiced cider, coffee, teas, & just popped popcorn.
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