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| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 28-Feb-2012, 02:50 PM |
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5th annual Tartan day festival at the Main Street Armory. April 12, 13th and 14th. This year three days of events to attend.
www.rochestertartanday.com
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Forum: Festival & Games · Post Preview: #305097 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 02-Mar-2011, 08:31 AM |
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I can't wait. Music, food, scottish folk..... ingredients to insure a great time. |
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Forum: Festival & Games · Post Preview: #301358 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 02-Mar-2010, 08:32 PM |
Replies: 25
Views: 5,527
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April 11th is our 3rd Annual Rochester Tartan Day Festival in Rochester, New York.
www.rochestertartanday.com
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Forum: Festival & Games · Post Preview: #293975 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 28-Mar-2009, 08:56 PM |
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On Sunday April 5th, the Rochester Scottish Heritage Society will be hosting our 2nd annual Tartan Day Celebration at the Main Street Armory in Rochester, New York. The event will have plenty of music, athletes, clans, vendors, a scotch tasting and other presentations.
www.rochestertartanday.com
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Forum: Festival & Games · Post Preview: #278539 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 04-Feb-2009, 10:01 PM |
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I am doing research for an upcoming discussion group. Your responses will be very helpful. The question for discussion is whether or not you would have supported the "Young Pretender" to regain the thrones of Scotland and England for his Stuart family in 1745. Your decision should be based on clan history, family genealogy, religion, economics, politics, or other beliefs.
Are you(or would you have been) a jacobite?
Discussion topics:
Timing
Commitment
Attitudes of the Scottish people
Strategy
Thanks for your thoughts |
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Forum: Scotland · Post Preview: #273710 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 04-Feb-2009, 10:00 PM |
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I am doing research for an upcoming discussion group. Your responses will be very helpful. The question for discussion is whether or not you would have supported the "Young Pretender" to regain the thrones of Scotland and England for his Stuart family in 1745. Your decision should be based on clan history, family genealogy, religion, economics, politics, or other beliefs.
Are you(or would you have been) a jacobite?
Discussion topics:
Timing
Commitment
Attitudes of the Scottish people
Strategy
Thanks for your thoughts |
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Forum: Scotland · Post Preview: #273708 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 10-Dec-2007, 08:43 PM |
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A great list of bands mentioned so far, but the best celtic "bar" band I have seen is Kilbrannan out of Western New York. Although they are no longer together, their combination of Scottish and Irish
drinking songs, traditional and original tunes, audience participation and humor made for a fun filled night everytime I saw them perform. |
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Forum: Ye Ole Celtic Pub - Open all day, all night! · Post Preview: #222075 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 25-Aug-2004, 12:28 PM |
Replies: 59
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I would like to hear from a Celtic band out of western New York called Kilbrannan.
They are a four-man band that performs original music and modern arrangements of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes.
Kilbrannan's website
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Forum: Celtic Music · Post Preview: #80040 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 03-Aug-2004, 08:14 PM |
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I'm a member of the Scottish Clan Barclay. I'm a Barclay by name and my Great Grandfather came to the U.S. from Glasgow. The Clan historically held lands in Kincardine and other spots near Aberdeen.
Clan Barclay website
This brief historical overview of the surname is the official history of the surname and is made available by Clan Barclay International. More information and details of family history can be obtained from:
Barclay, Leslie. The History of the Scottish Barclays, reprinted with an index and glossary by Carolyn L. Barkley, FSA Scot. Lovettsville, Va.: Willow Bend Books, 1995. (Purchase information may be requested by e-mail: [email protected] ).
Roger de Berchelai came to England with William the Conqueror and was granted Berkeley Castle in Gloucestershire. This early form of the name was believed to be the Anglo-Saxon version of 'beau' meaning beautiful, and 'lee', a meadow or field. Roger was mentioned in the Domesday Book as well as his son, John. In 1069 John de Berchelai accompanied Margaret (later St. Margaret) to Scotland. In gratitude for his service, King Malcolm (Canmore) granted him the lands of Towie, near Turriff, in Aberdeenshire, as well as the title, Barclay of that Ilk. 900 years of Barclay history in Scotland descend from John's three sons, Walter, Alexander, and Richard.
In the early days of violence, there was a black day when a nunnery was plundered by the Towie Barclays. Following this event, Thomas the Rhymer wrote the following lines:
Towie Barclay of the Glen Happy to the maids But never to the men.
This curse was said to haunt the male-heir. It was a belief held so strongly that in 1755, it was given as a reason for the heir's sale of Towie Barclay Castle, which then passed into the keeping of the Governors of Robert Gordon's Hospital in Aberdeen. No Barclays have lived in the Castle since.
The Barclays formed important alliances and held land throughout the north-east of Scotland, principally Towie, Mathers, Gartley and Pierston in Aberdeenshire. They also settled in Banff, Collairnie in Fife, Brechin in Forfarshire and Stonehaven in Kincardineshire. One family line settled on the west coast in the Ardrossan and Kilbirnie areas in Ayrshire. Throughout Scotland, they played important roles in national affairs. Sir David Barclay was one of Robert the Bruce's chief associates and was present at many of his battles. Sir Walter de Berkeley, Gartley III, Lord Redcastle and Inverkeillor, was Great Chamberlain of Scotland 1165-1189. Alexander de Berkeley, Gartley IX, became Mathers I in 1351 when he married Katherine Keith, sister of the Earl Marischal. Their son Alexander was the first to adopt the Barclay form of the surname. Sir George Barclay, Gartley XIX, was Steward of the household of Mary, Queen of Scots, and a later Sir George was second in command of James IV forces in the Highlands in the 1689.
One of the major Barclay families was established at Urie near Stonehaven in Kincardineshire. The first Laird, Colonel David Barclay, was a professional soldier serving with such armies as that of Gustavus Adolphus. He returned home when civil war broke out and serviced as a colonel of a regiment of horse fighting for the king. Following his retirement and the conclusion of the war, he was confined in Edinburgh Castle where he was converted to the Society of Friends (Quakers). His son Robert, Urie II, was widely known for his Apologia, described on the title page as being an Explanation and Vindication of the Principles and Doctrines of the People called Quakers. It was published in 1659 when Robert was twenty-seven, becoming widely influential, was then translated into all the European languages. He was friends with the leading Quakers of his day, George Fox and William Penn. Together, they were responsible for the idea of a city of brotherly love to be built in America. Instrumental in settling the east coast of the American colonies, Robert was appointed life governor by the proprietors of East New Jersey who granted him 5,000 acres of land. Robert's second son, David, left Urie and went to London and was apprenticed to a City Company where he became a merchant and a rich man. His second wife was the daughter of John Fream, goldsmith, whose premises in Lombard Street became a banking center as the site of the Barclay's Bank. Wealth, however, did not corrupt the family's strict Quaker principles. David acquired an estate in Jamaica, freeing the slaves there and teaching them trades many years before the passing of laws against the institution of slavery. He entertained George III at his house in London for one of the Lord Mayor's processions, and he and his family were excused from kneeling to the King due to their Quaker beliefs. He refused a knighthood and preferment for his son at Court saying that 'He preferred to bring up his sons in honest trades'.
The last Laird of Urie, Captain Robert Barclay-Allardyce (Allardyce added when he married an heiress of that name whose lands were added to those of Urie), was known as the Great Pedestrian. Many tales exists of his walks over the Scottish hills, such as his walk from Urie to Crathynaird (28 miles), staying less than an hour and then walking home again the same day. His most famous record, however, was that of walking 1,000 miles in 1,000 hours. This he accomplished over a measured mile on Newmarket Heath, subject of about 100,00 wagers and before large crowds. This feat was accomplished in 1809 and five days later, he embarked with his regiment for the Walcheren Expedition in the Napoleonic Wars.
In 1621, Sir Patrick Barclay (Towie XVII) issued a letter of safe conduct for John and Peter Barclay, merchants in the town of Banff to settle in Riga on the shores of the Baltic where they became silk merchants and burghers. He was created a Prince by the Czar and his portrait hangs in the Hermitage in St. Petersburg. From them was founded the Russian line. Michael Andreas Barclay, born 1761, and descended from Peter, the original immigrant, entered the Russian Army with his two brothers. By 1806, Michael was in command of one of the Russian divisions sent to support Prussia against the French. He gained distinction at the battles of Wagram and Eylau. At the later, he had his horse shot out from under him and was severely wounded. He was made Minister of War in 1810 and two years later was given command of the Russian Armies against Napoleon. He invented the policy of 'scorched earth', retreating and hiburning until starvation and cold forced Napoleon into the terrible retreat from Moscow. In 1815, Michael was elevated by the Czar to Field Marshal Prince Michael Barclay de Tolly and was made a Count of the Holy Roman Empire. From England, George III bestowed upon him a G.C.B. The Prince came to London to receive this honor and met Colonel Sir Robert Barclay (Towie XXV) to whom he declared himself to be 'perfectly acquainted with his descent from the Barclays of Towie in Scotland'.
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Forum: Gathering of the Clans · Post Preview: #76879 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 02-Aug-2004, 07:46 AM |
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There is a great song about Grace on Kirk McWhorter's solo CD, Eye Of The Storm. Kirk hails from Western New York and is the lead singer of the Celtic band Kilbrannan.
Kilbrannan is a kilted Celtic folk rock group that have two CD's of their own.
Kirk's Eye Of The Storm CD is a collection of original and traditional songs of the sea. You can listen and order this CD on the Kilbrannan website |
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Forum: Ireland · Post Preview: #76573 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 27-Jul-2004, 08:40 AM |
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I have been listening to Celtic music for a few years now and I have become a fan of bands that include the fiddle and pipes.
Personal favorites:
The Glengarry Bhoys
Great Big Sea
Hadrians Wall
The band that brought me to Celtic music was a band out of western New York called Kilbrannan. This four piece band plus a piper mixed in has creative influences from Ireland and Scotland. They play original music plus contemporary arrangements of some great traditional songs.
Check them out at www.kilbrannan.com |
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Forum: Celtic Music · Post Preview: #75696 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 27-Jul-2004, 08:11 AM |
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This annual festival in western New York draws a great crowd and offers a variety of Scottish themed attractions.
Many Pipe bands
Highland Games
Sheep herding
Clan Wolf Re-enactors
Clan Tents
Scottish Food and merchandise vendors
Scottish Dancing
Kids games and pony rides
And a full day of great Celtic Rock under the band tent. Including:
The Glengarry Bhoys
Hadrian's Wall
and an area favorite, Kilbrannan
A fantastic festival I have attended for a number of years.
Amherst festival website
If you live or will be in the area it's a great festival to experience.
Stop by the Clan Barclay tent or the Scottish Heritage tent and say Hi.
Craig |
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Forum: Festival & Games · Post Preview: #75691 |
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| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 12-Feb-2004, 01:12 PM |
Replies: 18
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Oher than Lighthouse's earlier post, does anyone know where I can download quality pictures of thistles for personal use? I have a couple but the digital images do not enlarge well.
Thanks in advance! |
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Forum: Scotland · Post Preview: #40517 |
| Cragganmore |
Posted on: 08-Jan-2004, 10:43 AM |
Replies: 8
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Kilbrannan, a celtic band from western New York performs this tune and it's on their Live at O'lacys CD. You can listen to it on their website.
www.kilbrannan.com
Craig |
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Forum: Minstrels Gallery · Post Preview: #30817 |
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| Sassenoch |
Posted on: 25-Nov-2003, 10:47 AM |
Replies: 36
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My signature is a line in the song "Heart of Scotland" written by Kirk S. McWhorter of the band Kilbrannan. A fantastic tune that conveys Scottish pride.
Check it out at Kilbrannan's website
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Forum: General Discussion · Post Preview: #21914 |
| craig |
Posted on: 07-Oct-2003, 04:34 PM |
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Hadrian's Wall and Glengarry Bhoys are awesome bands.
A band that would make a great addition to your site is a rocking band out of western New York named Kilbrannan. They are a four piece band that performs traditional Irish/Scottish/celtic tunes in their own style and some very impressive originals. They have two CD's to their credit and their lead singer Kirk McWhorter has two solo Cd's.
Locate them at Kilbrannan
Craig |
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Forum: Celtic Music · Post Preview: #15471 |
| craig |
Posted on: 07-Oct-2003, 03:54 PM |
Replies: 43
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I am a member of Clan Barclay. My avatar is our family crest.
The clan system was developed for among other things protection and survival. This system was in place well before the use of surnames. Clansfolk may have been neighbors, coworkers etc. under protection of a Chief. You did not have to be blood related. As the use od surnames came in to being. People generally took the name of their Chief. Many blood lines began from this.
As for differences between highlanders and lowlanders. Heck, there was differences between various highlander clans. There are many similarities in history between Scottish Clans and American Indian Tribes.
They couldn't stop fighting each other long enough to kick out their English invaders. When they finally did they had initial success(Preston Pans, Little Big Horn) but soon were hunted down and almost wiped out entirely.
Heroes such as Bonnie Prince Charlie and Sitting Bull escaped their peoples fate and lived their remaining years elsewhere.
There is historical evidence that members of certain clans ie. MacDonalds fought the English twice, in Scotland and generations after with native American tribes in America.
The English had much to do with the Scottish Clans fighting each other. They were able to bid one clan against the other.
The native american indians might not of been ultimately successful keeping the white man from taking over, but the if the Scottish Clans were able to truly come together against the English, Scotland would be still and always an independent country.
In this case when King James I of Scotland became King James VI of England, a Scottish monarchy might have ruled over England.
We'll never know!
Craig
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Forum: General Discussion · Post Preview: #15468 |
| craig |
Posted on: 07-Oct-2003, 03:19 PM |
Replies: 243
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Greetings from Rochester, New York on the shore of Lake Ontario. The place I call home.
Craig |
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Forum: General Discussion · Post Preview: #15461 |
| craig |
Posted on: 08-Sep-2003, 09:27 AM |
Replies: 28
Views: 4,600
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Bow to Stern
By Kirk S. McWhorter
Today's the day we raise the sail
And watch the shore from behind the rail
And start the end of a Seaman tale
Secure the ship from Bow to Stern
So come on me lads and climb aboard
We're in it now for the Queen's accord
And the Captain rules with one swift sword
Secure the ship from Bow to Stern
Chorus
Way Hey, We're bound for glory
Way Hey, we'll ne'r be sorry
Way Hey, and the Captain Calls
Secure the ship from Bow to Stern
The ship is called the Ilsa Mine
Her cargo is both sweet and fine
For we've come from France with casks of wine
Secure the ship from Bow to Stern
The sails are filled with a northward wind
And the ocean calm is still our friend
For we're bound for home our goal to spend
Secure the ship from Bow to Stern.
Chorus
Our journey now it won't be long
And a life at sea, it can'y be wrong
We'll work all day as we sing this song
Secure the ship from Bow to Stern
We've got a taste for the salty spray
But we'll be drinking wine from far away
For tomorrow is the cook's birthday
Secure the ship from Bow to Stern
Chorus
We see a mast on the open sea
And we know they follow us to sea
If they can't take home our great bounty
Secure the ship from Bow to Stern
We know we'll fight. they rung the bell
And instead of home we'll be in hell
But the Captain says he'll pay us well
Secure the ship from Bow to Stern
One league away the ship arrives
We can see the cannons with our eyes
We'll protect our cargo with our lives
Secure the Ship from Bow To Stern
A rousing cheer rolls over the foam
And the passage back we'll safely roam
For she's just an escort sent from home
Secure the ship from Bow to Stern
Chorus(2x)
This song is from Kirk S. McWhorter's second solo CD called, Eye of the Storm.
The CD has a song of the seas theme. Kirk S. McWhorter is the lead singer for the group Kilbrannan. You can listen to this song and others by going to the Kilbrannan website.
www.kilbrannan.com |
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Forum: Minstrels Gallery · Post Preview: #13742 |
| craig |
Posted on: 03-Sep-2003, 10:35 AM |
Replies: 92
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My avatar is the clan crest of my clan, Clan Barclay. My family lived primarily in the Grampian/Aberdeen area of Scotland.
To plug some more check this out. www.clanbarclay.com |
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Forum: Celtic Music · Post Preview: #13655 |
| craig |
Posted on: 03-Sep-2003, 09:33 AM |
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Greetings! I would like to introduce myself. My name is Craig and I live in western New York State. I am of Sottish heritage and I consume single malts faithfully.(Usually from the Spey region but I enjoy others) My family and I attend various highland games and Celtic festivals throughout the region. I have heard some great Scottish/Celtic/Irish music at these events and at clubs.
Some of my favorites are Glengarry Bhoys and Hadrians Wall. There are three acts that are pretty much regional but are really talented musicians, The Dady Brothers and The Wild Geese both from Rochester, NY. The other is a four piece Celtic band from the Buffalo area called Kilbrannan. If your ever in the area check them out.
Visit the Kilbrannan website. www.kilbrannan.com
By the way, love the website! |
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Forum: Introductions · Post Preview: #13653 |
| craig |
Posted on: 03-Sep-2003, 09:13 AM |
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I live in Rochester, NY. Growing up I was a history buff, reading books, visiting historical places and researching history. I honestly believe I wouldn't have had much interest if it wasn't for watching Hollywood made westerns, war movies, and historical sagas of all kinds. I am of Scottish heritage and I have now researched my heritage, read and own many books on Scotland and its history, an active member of Clan Barclay International, and a member of the Scottish Heritage Society of Rochester. I owe all this interest and fascination with Scotland because of watching the movie Braveheart.
Yes, I know it certainly has its faults Historically speaking, but like prevoiusly mentioned in these posts, a wonderfully entertaining movie. Sometimes it takes a distorted view of a interesting and important topic to make someone take interest and investigate further and learn the often very fascinating and enlightening truth.
I know that not everyone takes the time to research information they read, hear or see in movies and that's fine. But I know that I am not alone with these interests. I meet more and more people at meetings, Scottish games, Celtic festivals, Burns Night dinners etc...
I was recently at a training seminar and as an ice breaker the instructor asked us if we had the chance to have dinner with one person throughout history, who would it be and why? As he went around the room the person next to me said William Wallace. I just sat there in amazement. That was going to be my person. We had a great conversation later that day.
Craig
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Forum: General Discussion · Post Preview: #13650 |
| craig |
Posted on: 02-Sep-2003, 02:42 PM |
Replies: 92
Views: 22,772
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Out of the list I had to choose the Glengarry Bhoys. They always get everyone on their feet. I live in western New York and I get to see them often.
A special mention must be made about a celtic rock band out of Buffalo, NY.
Kilbrannan has a growing fan base and perform regularly in the Norhteast, primarily in New York State.
Check them out at www.kilbrannan.com |
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