Valdy in Concert
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
There’s something about Valdy’s music that makes it memorable; between his soothing voice and captivating guitar, his songs have that co...
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It’s opening night of our summer series! On Monday, July 8 at 7:30pm, please join us in welcoming acclaimed Cape Breton fiddler Andrea Beaton and Scotsville’s Patrick Gillis on guitar.
The stage venue at Strathspey Performing Arts Centre in Mabou, Cape Breton is transformed into one of the coziest and most dynamic spaces – musicians and listeners all together in the one space for an up close and personal experience you’ll never forget! Tickets are limited for this exclusive event and are available online and through our box office.
Andrea Beaton comes from a long line of musicians, composers and dancers. She is an award-winning fiddler, tune composer and recording artist who is known for her powerful bow and driving style. She tours internationally and is in great demand as a teacher at music camps and fiddling/dancing workshops all over the world.
This show is part of our exciting 2019 summer festival, Currents! CURRENTS will feature some of Nova Scotia’s most exciting up and coming musicians, representing a variety of genres from Nova Scotia’s diverse music scene. Enjoy a local cash bar featuring Nova Scotia brews including Big Spruce, Breton Brewing, Marble Mountain wines and Glenora Distillery’s finest whisky products. The event is open to all ages.
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