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The Occasionals

Freeland Barbour, accordion Robert Whitehead, accordion Ian Hardie, fiddle Sheila McCutheon, caller/dancer Kevin MacLeod, banjo/mandolin Grant Sinclair, dancer Gus Millar, drums A leading Edinburgh ceilidh group headed by accordionist virtuoso Freeland Barbour, The Occasionals have been active since 1986 and frequently play at large festivals and dances throughout Scotland. Excellent instructors of Scottish ceilidh dance, the group has three CDs to its credit. mysite.freeserve.com/theoccasionals Maria Leask, Lerwick, Shetland Islands A dedicated dancer and dance historian, Leask has been active in teaching and documenting Shetlandic dance traditions for the Shetland Arts Trust throughout Scotland and Europe.

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Summer Social Dance Party 6/27/03: Summer Social Dance Party

Summer Social Dance Party- Scottish Ceilidh Dance
The Occasionals
, one of the foremost Scottish ceilidh dance bands, have been playing dance parties across Europe since 1986. This PERFOMANCE PLUS event includes a dance lesson with caller Sheila McCutcheon.

Summer Social Dance Party

Summer Social Dance Party- Scottish Ceilidh Dance
The Occasionals
, one of the foremost Scottish ceilidh dance bands, have been playing dance parties across Europe since 1986. This PERFOMANCE PLUS event includes a dance lesson with caller Sheila McCutcheon.

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