The Oban Times January 5, 1901 Puirt-A-Beul “Mouth-tunes,” or “Songs for Dancing.” By Dr. Keith N. MacDonald Another excellent old reel is, “Théid mi null thar a’ Bheinn.” It is one of those that had almost died out. It was a great faourite with the late Iain Ruadh Kennedy, of Sleat, Skye, which he played […]
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OT: 5 January 1901 – [Unsigned] “Bagpipe and Dancing Competitions at Campbeltown”
The Oban Times, January 5, 1901 Bagpipe and Dancing Competitions at Campbeltown A bagpipe and Highland dancing competition was held in the Victoria Hall, Campbeltown, on Christmas night, and was very largely attended. Councillor Ross presided, and was supported by Councillor MacWilliam. The competitions evoked the greatest enthusiasm, and were carried through with praiseworthy decorum […]
OT: 5 January 1901 – “‘Se Crìoch Gach Comunn Dealachadh” Iain MacCalum
The Oban Times, January 5, 1901 Sir, –Correspondents of the “Oban Times” have frequently complained that there was no proper Gaelic Parting Song, which could be sung on any occasion, like “Auld Lang Syne.” The accompanying song was composed by Donald Mackechnie, Edinburgh, and appeared in the “Oban Times” many years ago. It appears to […]
