Marilyn Inch – Beginner Irish Whistle
Marilyn loves the opportunity to share the love of her chosen instrument with others. She began playing Irish Whistle in Newfoundland in 1980 after an earlier career as a classical musician. Applying all she learned as a bassoonist to the tin whistle resulted in her own unique style and tone. Marilyn has led many whistle workshops in both the US and Canada.
Workshop Leaders
Pascal Miousse (Vishtèn) – Acadian Fiddle/Guitar Accompaniment
Pascal has contributed his multi-instrumental talents to various Canadian acts encompassing a wide array of genres from folk and traditional music to swing, rock and blues, and is in high demand as an instrumental instructor at music camps and workshops worldwide. Pascal is passionate about passing on his tradition and inspiring younger generations of musicians.
Pastelle LeBlanc (Vishtèn) – Accordion / Acadian Step & Chair Dancing
An accomplished teacher, Pastelle is in demand as a piano accordion and percussive dance instructor at festivals and music camps around the world, and she has directed and choreographed several shows in a variety of styles.
Emmanuelle LeBlanc (Vishtèn) – Irish Whistle/ Beginner & Advanced Bodhran/Acadian Step & Chair Dancing
As a teacher, Emmanuelle’s resume boasts a list of accolades as an international instructor of Acadian music, dance and song. She is an active member of several national arts organizations across Canada.
Ward MacDonald – Scottish Fiddle / Calling a Dance
Ward grew up in the Scottish fiddling traditions of Prince Edward Island. His playing reflects four generations of family fiddling as is spiced with a unique blend of Cape Breton, Acadian and Irish influences. He has taught and performed at fiddle camps in New Brunswick, Vermont, Maine, Colorado and the Yukon.
Rémi Arsenault – Guitar Accompaniment / Bass
Rémi has been a prominent side and session musician in the PEI music scene for over 20 years. He picked up bass, drums and guitar before he was 10 years old, growing up in a very musical family. He has toured North America and Europe numerous times with artists such as Vishtèn, Catherine MacLellan, COIG, Fayo, Dominique Dupuis, An Acoustic Sin and many more.
Adam McIntyre – Bodhran Techniques
With his extensive background in Irish Dance and owner of the McIntyre School of Celtic Dance in Saint John, it's natural that Adam excels on the Irish Bodhran. The intricate rhythms and tones in his repertoire are easily reproduced on this most fascinating of Irish instruments.
Kieran Jordan – Irish Sèan Nos Dance
Kieran is a dynamic performer, teacher, director, choreographer and writer in the field of Irish Dance. Based in Boston, she has established a professional freelance career spanning more than 15 years.
Elizabeth McDonald – Irish Set Dance
A professional Highland dancer, Elizabeth first discovered traditional Irish dance while living in Toronto in the late 1980s. Upon moving back to Nova Scotia, she established the Scaip na Cleití dance group in Halifax, which she has led for nearly 20 years. A highly regarded workshop leader and dance caller, Elizabeth has taught at festivals and dance camps throughout Eastern Canada. She is credited with introducing traditional Irish set and Sean-Nós step dance to Nova Scotia.
Elizabeth McDonald – Irish Set Dance
A professional Highland dancer, Elizabeth first discovered traditional Irish dance while living in Toronto in the late 1980s. Upon moving back to Nova Scotia, she established the Scaip na Cleití dance group in Halifax, which she has led for nearly 20 years. A highly regarded workshop leader and dance caller, Elizabeth has taught at festivals and dance camps throughout Eastern Canada. She is credited with introducing traditional Irish set and Sean-Nós step dance to Nova Scotia.
Peter Corfield – Irish Tenor Banjo
Peter has been playing Irish traditional music for over 20 years beginning on fiddle then transitioning to irish tenor (4-string) banjo. He enjoys sharing his knowledge and experiences with others. He will be teaching banjo for all levels.
