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Father Ted and more on North Cregg and FMAD

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Donie sent me a link to Father Ted. It’s a funny comedy based in Ireland . I think he is such an indearing character, somewhat naive but with a lot of heart. There these interesting people around him who try their best to pester him. Don’t we all have that same issue with our priests?( I say that coming from a Catholic place, therefore I can relate). There is also this particular video in youtube that I could not watch.

This is what it says:

This video contains content from Channel 4, who has blocked it in your country on copyright grounds.

And this is how our conversation went:

Me
eeeek it’s been blocked in my country :his video contains content from Channel 4, who has blocked it in your country on copyright grounds.’
03:10Donie
what
omg
that is so f***** up
03:10Me
i think they do that from time to time.
there are also videos i could not watch from other regions in the world
but the first one i saw
03:13Donie
that’s really annoying all the links are channell 4
mad. they are afraid of upsetting people from your country
there are lots os catholics there yes?
03:17Me
yes
we are predominantly a catholic country
i will address that in my blog
03:17Donie
do
03:17Me
i guess they are just being careful…
03:18Donie
your all adults over there
im still surprised
03:18Me
that’s the sad thing about political correctness. it’s always that ‘ you cant do this or do that in fear of upsetting people’.
03:19Donie
here too but we have come a long way
03:19Me
i think american regulations decide what videos to be shown in what countries and since youtube is american owned then they do that
03:19Donie
but an english company made that
our RTE, was too afrid to make it
03:20Me
ic
03:21Donie
but an irish production with english money
chanell 4
is the best always push the boundaries
03:22Me
i guess it’s a long way to go
but i will try a proxy
aw proxy does not help
03:23Donie
you should write about that, religion is on the way out
people should understand about the Roman history and the biggest story ever told
03:25Me
indeed.
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Here is something from North Cregg. I mentioned them a couple of months ago and I think their music is interesting and really beautiful. Check this interview with Christy Leahy out:
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Another one is by Four Men and a Dog. Once again I owe this article to Donie Ryan who got me started. Anyway I love the rockin rollin feel of the music.  “Hold On I’m Comin’ has a catchy tune over lively tempo.

The Story of Capel Celyn: The Village that Drowned

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Here is an a interesting video about a Welsh village called capel celyn. I now understand the general hostility towards the British, the same that echoes Irish sentiments.

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Since we are talking about Wales, I’d like to dedicate this song to all those who love Welsh music. This is taken from the second album of Ceredwen called ‘The Golden Land’. Do check it out and get the CD for yourself. You will love it. I commend bushido4368 for uploading this and providing translation. More artist info from this link.

Song from Welsh duet Ceredwen. This is the lyric in Welsh and English :

Tymorau’n newid yn ei blaen
Prydfertwch cefn gwlad yn tynnu sylw Rhufain

Yn ein gwlad, cefngwlad

Tymorau’n newid yn ei blaen
Prydfertwch cefn gwlad yn tynnu sylw Rhufain
Yyns ffrwtthlon yn llawn o gyfoeth
Digon o adnoddau materol ac ysbrydol

Yn y gwlad gyfoethog
Arian ag Aur
Yn ei digonned
I rhannu rhwng phawb

Amgylchfyd, delfrydol
Yn llawn o gyfoeth materol ac ysbrydol

Yn y gwlad gyfoethog
Arian ag Aur
Yn ei digonned
I rhannu rhwng phawb

Maent yn dod i’r ynys ffrwtyhlon
Er mwyn casglu’r cyfoeth aur

Translation :

Seasons forever changing
The beauty of the land drawing the attention of Rome

In our land, our country

Seasons forever changing
The beauty of the land drawing the attention of Rome
This fruitful island, full of wealth
Of the earth and of the spirit

In the wealthy land
of silver and gold
There is plenty
To share amongst all

This ideal place, full of wealth
Of the earth and of the spirit

In the wealthy land
of silver and gold
There is plenty
To share amongst all

They come to the fruitful island
To collect the golden wealth

A Lament for Patricia

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I learned today that Patricia Neal passed away at 84 due to lung cancer. I remember her fondly as 2-E (Mrs. Failenson) in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. This woman had a strong screen presence further fuelled by her husky voice. More of the story here: http://www.latimes.com/news/obituaries/la-me-patricia-neal-20100810,0,5106158.story?page=1

I could not think of a better song to dedicate to her passing than this song by the Scottish group Capercaillie. Tighinn Air A’mhuir Am Fear A Phosas Mi is taken from their album Nàdurra.


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40th Festival Interceltique de Lorient 2010-It’s Happening!

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Wake up! Wake up! the Irish are coming to France.

Well..not just the Irish but the Scots,Welsh, and the rest of the people from the Celtic nations including Cornwall, Isle of Man, Galicia and Asturias. We should also remember that it stretches into the far reaches of the globe where Celtic influences can be found. They are all coming to Brittany to celebrate the colors.the talents and diversity. It’s been forty years! Can you believe that? Here’s more to another forty years and beyond.

Visit the gallery and videos here.

Black is the Color (Three versions)

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The first time I heard this piece was an instrumental version.  Since then the melody has haunted me. So much more when I discovered the lyrics. I did some research and the history is kind of vague. But there are references to Scotland. I would like to feature Christy Moore, Cara Dillon and of course Nina Simone who popularized this piece in the mid 20th century. Wow  can you believe that this is the next century?

I found out about Nina Simone a couple of years ago after listening to a lot of French standards and it is refreshing to hear this song interpreted in a different style but still reflecting the same intense sentiments.

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Win a Unique Original Watercolour

Artist & Author Paul Taggart is delighted to have been, once more, invited back to participate at the Highland Field Sports Fair on August 6th & 7th 2010.

Paul will be working at his easel in the main ring and other locations over the two days, to capture the heart of this impressive fair in one of his on-the-spot works of art.

Catch Paul as he works away on a number of scenes and you could be in with a chance to win the finished painting signed by all those featured and Mrs Celia Mackintosh of Mackintosh (Moy Estate).

Last year’s winning Prize Draw ticket was bought in aid of Pets As Therapy, by Gillian Rammage (Aberdeenshire), who was thrilled to be the lucky recipient of the framed watercolour.

“Once again, I am delighted to donate the finished watercolour to the Highlands, Islands and Grampian branch, to help in their fund-raising work. This deserving cause has become an established presence at the Fair.” reveals Paul Taggart.

“Last year’s painting featured the Duke of Buccleuch’s Pack, Katy Cropper’s Dogs and Ducks, Skyhigh Falconry, Moray Firth Spaniel & Retriever Club, Original Smokies from Arbroath, Chuck from the USA working with farrier Robin Pape, musicians Bruce MacGregor and Brian O’hEadra and last, but not least – the inimitable Robbie Trophy Terrier Racing (presented by Mrs Mackintosh).”

So please watch out for this author of fourteen books, as he wields his brushes over the two days whilst also being filmed for some videos.

Do not miss this ‘unique’ opportunity to purchase a Prize Draw ticket and be in with a chance of bagging yourself a winning watercolour to help this worthwhile cause.

Paul’s Commemorative Limited Edition Print which captures the art and soul of Moy Fair is on display and available to purchase at the fair**.

To reflect the Fair’s role as a benefactor of local causes, Paul has dedicated the entire edition of 100 copies of the print as a fund-raiser. £80 from each copy sold is remitted to the Highland Field Sports Fair Committee Surplus Funds for disbursement to various charities and deserving causes.

The commemorative print is taken from an original Oil Painting, featuring twelve miniature studies, in which the viewer is encouraged to enter at any point, then taken for a stroll around various events and highlights.

**Framed copies of the Highland Field Sports Fair commemorative limited edition print are also available to order from Paul direct and through his website.

Here is the direct link

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It’s Happening!