Workshops At The Harrison Festival Of The Arts
The Harrison Festival of the Arts showcases great art, music, crafts, theatre and spoken word. It also offers visitors a chance to be creative with weekend workshops from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Each workshop is at the Harrison Memorial Hall.
Acadian Step Dance - Sat, July 10
“Many forms of music are meant to accompany dancing and this is no more so than in the Acadian tradition. Join members of PEI band Gadelle to learn some basics of Acadian step dancing.”
Tabla - Sun, July 11
“Gurpreet Chana, The Tabla Guy, has made a name for himself with incredible performances, including a half time show at a Toronto Raptors game that is a Youtube hit. Trained in the Punjab Gharana (style), Gurpreet will demonstrate the tabla and talk of its history and cultural significance.”
Gaelic Song Tradition - Sat, July 17
“Join Gaelic singer Mary Jane Lamond in an exploration of the Scottish Gaelic song tradition in Nova Scotia. Through discussion and singing, Mary Jane will share the depth and breadth of this rich music form.”
North to Canada - Sun, July 18
“Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley, creators of the ‘North to Canada’ show about the Underground Railroad featured at this year’s Festival, will talk and sing about the role of music and song in the movement of slaves in Canada.”