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	NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Music of Canada's Maritimes (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Saskatchewan is one of the Prairie Provinces of Canada.
		Celtic music is primarily associated with the folk traditions of Ireland, Scotland and Wales, as well as the popular styles derived from folk culture.
		Canada's head of state is the monarch, currently Elizabeth II and commonly referred to as the Queen of Canada.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Music-of-Canada%27s-Maritimes (2500 words)

	The Canadian Encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Celtic music references in ancient sagas, medieval texts, even in the works of Dante and Shakespeare, all attest the importance of music, both vocal and instrumental, in Celtic realms.
		Chamber music refers to that body of composition for up to about 12 parts in which there is little or no doubling and in which each part is of equal importance.
		Choral music is performed by groups of singers, called a choir or chorus, in which there is more than one voice to a part.
	www.canadianencyclopedia.ca /index.cfm?PgNm=TCECategories&Params=A1SUB44CAT187 (189 words)

	Celtic music in Canada - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Celtic music is primarily associated with the folk traditions of Ireland, Scotland and Wales, as well as the popular styles derived from folk culture.
		In addition, a number of other areas of the world are known for the use of Celtic styles and techniques, including much of the folk music of Canada's Maritimes, especially on Cape Breton Island and Newfoundland.
		There are strong ties between traditional Québécois music and the music of Brittany, Ireland, Scotland and the Maritimes.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Celtic_music_in_Canada (530 words)

	Celtic music in the United States - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Irish and Scottish music have long been a major part of American music, at least as far back as the 19th century.
		The most significant impact of Celtic Music on American styles, however, is undoubtedly that on the evolution of country music, a style which blends Anglo-Celtic traditions with "sacred hymns and African American spirituals".
		Celtic-Americans have also been influential in the creation of Celtic Fusion, a set of genres which combine traditional Celtic music with contemporary influences.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Celtic_music_in_the_United_States (636 words)

	Celtic music
		The term "Celtic music" encompasses Irish traditional music and traditional music s of Scotland and the Shetland Islands ; Cape Breton Island and Maritime Canada ; Quebec ; Wales ; the Isle of Man ; Northumberland (northern England); Brittany (northwestern France); Cornwall ; and Galicia (northwestern Spain).
		Much of the music is typified by strong, repeating melodies in a set rhythm, which reflects a background as music to dance to.
		Largely through the immigration of the so-called " Scotch-Irish ", Celtic music was the foundation for traditional "folk" music in the U.S., especially that of Appalachia.
	www.nebulasearch.com /encyclopedia/article/Celtic_music.html (688 words)

	Celtic Music Books (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Celtic Modern collects critical essays on the global circulation of Celtic music, and the place of music in the construction of Celtic 'Imaginaries'.
		It provides detailed case studies of the global dimensions of Celtic music in Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Brittany, and amongst Diasporas in Canada, the United States and Australia, with specific reference to pipe bands, traditional music education in Edinburgh, the politics of popular/traditional crossover in Ireland, and the Australian bush band phenomenon.
		And Celtic singer Maireid Sullivan was the perfect choice to be the author of Celtic Women in Music, a collection of interviews with many of the major female Celtic musicians of today.
	www.celtic-musicians.net /book-reviews.html (1026 words)

	Kate Wegner - Booking
		A particularly distinctive musical style evolved in the American Southeast where African slaves introduced the banjo (made from gourds, wood, and gut strings) to the Celtic music brew.
		New England, being "on the road" between Celtic Europe, Canada, and the American Southeast, has developed its own "Celtic" music style that is influenced by the Old-time music of the South and the music of Canada and Europe.
		In Maine, the Celtic music traditions are re-awakening after a period of decline.
	www.katewegner.com /booking (394 words)

	CanEHdian.com: Shenanigan - Mortal Daze
		When asked where the Celtic music in Canada is, fingers are invariably pointed to the east coast.
		The Scottish and Irish heritage that strongly influences Celtic music is distributed throughout the country and even the farthest point from the east coast; the west coast, has it.
		Collectively the crew is focused on the Celtic tradition, yet all of them have different influences that determine how they interpret that tradition.
	www.canehdian.com /genre/celtic/artists/shenanigan/mortaldaze.html (417 words)

	Celtic music in Canada
		In addition, a number of other areas of the world are known for the use of Celtic styles and techniques, including much of the folk Music of Canada's Maritimes, especially on Cape Breton Island and Newfoundland.
		There are strong ties between traditional Québécois music and the music of Brittany, Ireland, Scotland and the Maritimes.
		The most important and influential such band was Spirit of the West, whose musical marriage of traditional Scottish and Irish jigs and reels with Hard rock and Britpop influences paved the way for later bands such as Great Big Sea, Captain Tractor, Mackeel, The Mahones, Jimmy George and The Clumsy Lovers.
	www.ufaqs.com /wiki/en/ce/Celtic%20music%20in%20Canada.htm (499 words)

	Rock music history alternative music
		The music is often very elaborate and generally requires very exceptional musicians with a great deal of talent.
		Indie rock is a sub genre of rock music which is often used to refer to bands that are on small independent or "rock" record labels or who aren't on labels at all.
		Alternative music was a phrase invented in early 80s describing bands which broke from the barrage of pop and hair metal and formed a new direction of more focused and honest rock.
	www.silver-dragon-records.com /museum_of_rock_music_history.htm (2405 words)

	Celtic Music Guitar Encyclopedia Guitar Chords Guitar Lessons Guitar Practicing Beginning Guitar Tips for Practice
		While the ancient Celts undoubtedly had their own musical styles, these have grown and evolved to the point where considering any modern styles reminiscent of ancient Celtic music is misleading.
		Many critics of the idea of modern Celtic music claim that the idea is the creation of modern marketing designed to stimulate regional identity in the creation of a consumer niche.
		Largely through the immigration of the Scotch-Irish, Celtic music was the foundation for Appalachian folk music in the United States.
	www.guitarlessons.bizhosting.com /Celtic_music.html (522 words)

	Celtic music in Canada (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		In addition, a number of other areas of the world are known for the use of Celtic styles and techniques, including much of the folk music of Canada's Maritimes, especially on Cape Breton Island and in Newfoundland and Labrador.
		Main article: Music of Newfoundland and Labrador There are very strong connections between Newfoundland folk music and Irish music, however elements of English folk music and French-Canadian music can be heard within the style.
		Main article: Music of Nova Scotia Cape Breton is internationally known for unusual styles of Cape Breton fiddling, which is derived from Scottish techniques.
	celtic-music-in-canada.borgfind.com (326 words)

	Folk Music History Outline
		Canada was not the only country where the emergence of a genre of music that integrated national culture, dissident songwriting, and international repertoire into a seamless body of music was occurring.
		Not only was there more appreciation for artists who presented the music of their country of origin, there was more and more music that was created by the fusing of traditions, and the evolution of styles that were entirely new.
		Folk music and the organized workers’ movement never acquired the organic connection envisioned by the left, and while a real link between many folk music artists and an array of social movements has existed and continues to exist, folk music also has evolved into the minor leagues of the pop music industry.
	folkmusichistory.com /outline.shtml (4031 words)

	celtic music canada (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The freshness and originality of their music stems from not only their extensive repertory but also their bold modern approach, creative well-chosen arrangements and original compositions.
		She studied at the music conservatory in Montreal and with Marcel Rousseau at Laval University.
		She obtained her bachelor’s degree in music education majoring in choir direction.
	www.bourrasqueceltique.net /indexA (864 words)

	Celtic Music (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Acclaimed Canadian Celtic bard Loreena McKennitt discusses the music she composed for the 2001 Stratford Festival production of The Merchant of Venice.
		Listen to some great music performed by James Keelaghan, one of Canadaâs most talented folk singers, at this website from Jericho Beach Music.
		Listen to eighteen tracks of Celtic music that celebrate the diversity of artists and repertoire from the Green Linnet recording label.
	www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com /index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0001475SUBLinks (314 words)

	Celtic Music (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Music In Scotland is dedicated to promoting music from Scotland to a world-wide audience.
		Hobgoblin Music has provided folk musicians with otherwise hard to find folk instruments for 20 years, and has grown to be the largest source in Europe.
		We cater for a wide variety in musical tastes, and as our name suggests, Celtic Music is also available from bands and artists from all the Celtic countries.
	www.donwalsh.com /celtic.html (808 words)

	Landwash Distribution Company Ltd - John Allan Cameron "Good Times"
		His unique blend of music and story telling combined with his quick sense of humour is guaranteed to make his performances events that will not soon be forgotten.
		Born in Cape Breton in 1938 to a very musical family, he is known as the Godfather of Celtic music in Canada, a mantle he wears with easy grace.
		He has brought Celtic music to the masses, and blazed a trail of success for other East Coast artists to follow.
	www.landwashdistribution.com /GoodTimes.html (232 words)

	Celtic WebRadio Sites
		This is a 24/7 Celtic music station, with some some commentary, interviews, etc. like a "regular" radio station.
		The music is a mix of modern Celtic folk, some traditional Gaelic folk, and other world music.
		These programs are a great opportunity to listen to Celtic music from all over the world, often with comments, interviews, etc. Please be aware that I have a lot of trouble with the times.
	www.ramsisle.com /celtic/webradio.htm (1610 words)

	What is Celtic music?
		The definition of "Celtic" music must start with a definition of what a "Celt" is. The origin of the term goes back to the word keltoi, which was used by the ancient Greeks to refer to certain barbarian tribes.
		We also see that all Celtic speakers were on the receiving end of political persecution from the English government, except for the Bretons, who were on the receiving end of political persecution from the French government.
		So when Celtic people started asking why they couldn't have self-government or why their children weren't allowed to speak their own language in school, the response was often along the lines of "those moody Celts, they are charming but so impractical".
	www.standingstones.com /celtmusic.html (2419 words)

	Celtic Music in Italy
		I believe that I have read that Celtic Music's roots can be traced back to a time period more so than a people (I think it was the 13th century.) Its to bad we couldn't call it 13th century music.
		Irish session music in the USA is also conservative as is Scots music in Nova Scotia, which means these are often the best places to hear old style authentic music.
		American Country music has some Celtic Character in that many (but certainly not all) of its folk song and dance music history comes from “Scots/Irish sources.” I have heard Americans lump all British Isles music together as “Celtic” which is profoundly untrue, as a great deal of English Music is Germanic in character.
	www.suite101.com /discussion.cfm/folk_music/97991 (797 words)

	Additional Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		His unique blend of music and story telling combined with his quick sense of humour is guaranteed to make his performances events that will not soon be forgotten.
		Born in Cape Breton in 1938 to a very musical family, he is known as the Godfather of Celtic music in Canada, a mantle he wears with easy grace.
		He has brought Celtic music to the masses, and blazed a trail of success for other East Coast artists to follow.
	www.gaeliccollege.edu /addlinfo.php?item=191 (208 words)

	Celtic Music
		raditional Celtic music is, and has been over the past years, growing steadily in popularity.
		Music artists performing traditional (folk) and contemporary Celtic music, or a blend of the two, are becoming an increasingly obtainable commodity.
		These artists, are heard and appreciated throughout the world and are profiting from a new sense of Celtic revival and global resurgence of the interest in one's Celtic roots.
	www.celticgrounds.com /chapters/c-music.htm (329 words)

	Cameron, John Allan (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		A profile of Celtic folk singer John Allan Cameron.
		Listen to a CBC Radio clip about the life and career of John Allan Cameron, legendary Maritime musician and Celtic music pioneer.
		Meet the Gaels of Cape Breton and explore their ancient language and its vibrant traditions of song, storytelling, music, and dance.
	www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com /index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=U1ARTU0000522SUBLinks (134 words)

	Celtic Music - Glengarry Bhoys and Wicked Tinkers
		Their music is based on traditional celtic sounds, with a rock edge.
		The music is Scots and celtic bagpipe and drums, with didgeridoo and bronze-age celtic horn, played with wild vitality, infectious exuberance and passion.
		These photos were taken at the Scottish and Irish Music Festival in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania in February 2004.
	www.ndoylefineart.com /glengarry.html (307 words)

	Celtic Grove - Listen to Celtic music on our multi-user feeds 24 hours a day in hi-fidelity stereo. (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Cameron was known as the godfather of Celtic music for taking the beloved reels and jigs of his home in Mabou, Nova Scotia to the international stage.
		His stature in Celtic music circles in Canada was akin to that of American Bill Monroe in bluegrass music.
		Performing in Eastern Canada clubs and in folk festivals through the country, he was quickly heralded with keeping the tradition of Celtic music and language alive in Canada.
	www.celticgrove.com (2705 words)

	Celtic music in Canada
		Scottish and celtic music; including traditional scottish songs from carl peterson, as well as recordings of bagpipes, celtic harp, fiddle, flute, accordion.
		Annual Celtic festival of music and Celtic culture held on Cape Breton Island.
		Celtic music on the net, with reviews, biographies, guides, audio samples, links to real-world and internet resources, tunes, schedules and instrument guides.
	www.omniknow.com /common/wiki.php?in=en&term=Celtic_music_in_Canada (1860 words)

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