MERA presents Miller and MacDonald Oct 30

Bill Cameron | Sep 28, 2016

Cape Breton fiddler Anita MacDonald and piper Ben Miller make a musically explosive combination which might just be the next big thing from that storied island. Their four-piece band, which includes Tyson Chen on piano and Zakk Cormier on guitar, will be coming to MERA in McDonalds Corners on Sunday October 30 for an evening concert and afternoon workshops for musicians interested in learning Cape Breton styles.

MERA is fortunate to be able to present this up-and-coming group who are bringing Scottish Gaelic musical tradition into the twenty-first century with respect, energy and a delightful stage presence. The Sunday, Oct 30 program at MERA is as follows:

2 - 4 pm: Workshops for interested musicians (cost: $30/person)

- Fiddle and pipe tune playing, Cape Breton style (combined group), intermediate to advanced level

-Accompaniment styles from strong beginner to advanced player on keyboard, guitar or other stringed instrument (bring your own)

7 pm: Ben Miller and Anita MacDonald concert, with Tyson Chen and Zakk Cormier MERA hall (cost: $20 advance/25 door/$15 for registered workshop participants)

For more information on this program, contact Bill Cameron at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit www.benandanita.com. Tickets for the concert and workshops can be purchased online at www.ticketsplease.ca. MERA Schoolhouse is at 974 Concession 9A, McDonalds Corners and full info about this busy community arts centre is at www.meraschoolhouse.org.