Star performer and fresh talent delights Dingwall Accordion & Fiddle Club
A WONDERFUL night of excellent music was enjoyed by a capacity crowd in Dingwall with seasoned veterans sharing a stage with upcoming talent.
Tribute was also paid at Dingwall Accordion & Fiddle Club to regular club member, Martin MacLean, who passed away recently after a short illness. He was described as a true friend, a regular drummer and always on stage to support his son, Cammie, playing his accordion.
Members were also shocked to learn of the sudden passing of Alice Woodward. She and husband Bob from Inverness missed very few club nights over many years.
Ronnie Ross was a well known musician and entertainer in the area. Sincere condolences were sent to all families.
The Kirkjuvagr Ceilidh Band, all the way from Orkney, are always an attraction. Tina Paterson on her accordion was joined on keyboard by husband Lee.
Tina's sister Dawn played fiddle and making up the five-piece band on guitar and drums were Mum and Dad, Kathleen and Johnny Wood.
The club was also delighted to welcome the well behaved and happy five youngest family members too.
Such is the popularity of the band that listeners and players came from near and far to hear their unique sound. As well as more familiar tunes, the band treated the audience to many of their own compositions, one being Sandy Carson's Peedie Polka. Having introduced the tune, it came as a big surprise to see Sandy in the audience!
Visiting players were Hamish Smith (accordion) from Inchture, near Perth, Alex Lyall (drums) from Alloa, Robert Miller (accordion) from Perth and the Wemysshill Ceilidh Band, comprising Tom Cruickshank (accordion) and Amanda Murray (fiddle).
Needing no introduction to the Dingwall audience were Brandon McPhee (accordion) and Robert Cameron (drums).
Local players who support the club regularly playing accordions were Graham Wood and Monica Maclean. A special mention to young Millie West from Golspie. A club spokeswoman said: “We thank Monica for encouraging her young pupils to come and play at the club. We were also pleased to have Heather Lyon playing fiddle. Supporting on drums was Maggie Jamieson and Christine Matheson on keyboard.”
It was summed up as “a truly wonderful night of excellent music”. The spokeswoman said: “The club thanks you all for your continued support.”
The last meeting of the season is on May 7 in the Legion Club with guests the Martainn Skene Trio.
