News
Nov. 30, 2011
Here’s the latest news from the Pipes of Christmas:
St. Andrew’s Day Greetings from the Pipes of Christmas!
St. Andrew’s Day Greetings from The Pipes of Christmas
“Here’s tae the auld hame far away!
While tender mists do blind us,
We’ll pledge on this St. Andrew’s Day,
The land we left behind us!”
While Scots around the world have started to embrace Tartan Day as their annual celebration of ethnic heritage on April 6 each year, virtually all Scots recognize St. Andrew’s Day (November 30) as their national holiday.
Next month, the 13th Annual “Pipes of Christmas” concerts will give all those of Scots ancestry, (or Irish and Welsh) and those who wish they were, a chance to celebrate St. Andrew and all that is Scottish. Come join us.
Click here to learn more about Scotland’s Patron Saint.
Acclaimed Cellist Joins the “Pipes”
We are proud to announce that Cellist Sarah Hewitt-Roth has joined the company of the the Pipes of Christmas concert series this year. An expressive and versatile performer, Sarah has performed in the renowned Tanglewood, Aspen, and National Repertory Orchestra Festivals.
Cellist Sarah Hewitt-Roth to Appear in the 2011 Edition of The Pipes of Christmas
She has traveled around the world, from Japan to Spain to Iceland, playing with various ensembles including the Philharmonia Virtuosi and the New York Chamber Soloists. Sarah is a regular performer at Carnegie Hall as a member of the New York Pops Orchestra and the New York City Chamber Orchestra. She is a member of the Chalfonte String Quartet and the Willow Chamber Ensemble.
Sarah has performed with, and/or recorded with, such artists as: Joni Mitchell, Beyonce, Rufus Wainwright, jazz legend Ruby Braff, KD Lang, and Tony Bennett, among others, and has appeared on The Today Show, and Late Show with David Letterman. Sarah is currently playing in the pit orchestra for the newest critically acclaimed production of Steven Sondheim’s ‘Follies’, which is currently playing on Broadway.
New YouTube Video
The latest Pipes of Christmas commercial – filmed last year at the beautiful Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church – is now live on Clan Currie’s YouTube channel. These videos give our guests a sneak peak at the sights and sounds and power and glory that is the Pipes of Christmas.
“Pipes” Preview to Benefit Children’s Aid Society of New York
A special 30 minute preview of the Pipes of Christmas will be performed this Sunday, December 4 as part of the Miracle on Madison fundraising event for the Children’s Aid Society. Miracle on Madison Avenue is a New York City holiday tradition that brings together a caring community of shoppers, retailers, restaurants, galleries and sponsors to help children who depend on the vital health care services of The Children’s Aid Society.
Clan Currie Supports The Children’s Aid Society of New York
The Silver Anniversary of Miracle on Madison Avenue promises to be a day of shopping, dining and entertainment for guests of all ages. Participating Madison Avenue establishments will donate 20% of their sales on December 4th.
Spend a Scottish Weekend at Mohonk Mountain House
From bagpipes to kilts, from dancers to drums, from Haggis to history—join the celebration of all things Scottish. Our Scottish Weekend is hosted by Jim and Gaitley Stevenson-Mathews with special performances by Highland Oasis, The Thistle Pipe and Drum Ensemble, and the Thistle Hill Scottish Country Dancers.
Celebrate a Scottish Weekend at Mohonk Mountain House
Enjoy a Celtic Art Workshop, History Presentation, Bagpipe and Fiddle workshops, a Single Malt Whisky tasting and Scottish specialties at meals throughout the weekend. The halls of the Mountain House will echo with the sound of bagpipes, as the Mohonk grounds transform into the highlands of Scotland. A hundred thousand Scottish welcomes await you!
For further information, visit Mohonk Scottish Weekend, or call (845) 255-1000.