Peaches, Cacti, and Apples...

What do those three items have in common.................? Well now they have... HIGHLAND WAY!

2008 has just begun and already it's off to an exciting start. In addition to our beloved gigs in SoCal, we'll be playing at festivals and highland games in Georgia, Arizona, and Washington!

Our first stop is the beautiful, historic town of Dahlonega, Georgia on March 7-9 for their first-ever Celtic Music Festival. We'll play a concert on Saturday night at the Holly Theater (tickets are $30 per person... hurry before they're sold out!) and lead a couple of fun workshops at the festival during the day. Check out their website at Dahlonega Celtic Music Festival to see all the great events they have planned! You will not want to miss the Celtic workshops that are being offered throughout the weekend. Highland Way is leading two of them: Sounds of Scotland and The Dragon and the Fir Darrigs. Sounds of Scotland is a 45-minute concert that has the band sharing some pretty cool info on Scottish traditions and music. The Dragon and the Fir Darrigs is a 45-minute workshop featuring Heloise and Brian as they read aloud the Wee Celtic Tales story about Nessie, complete with musical accompaniment and a singalong!

Check back for details and announcements about Arizona and Washington, both of which are coming up in July!

~ HW

Ch-ch-changes... (yeah, you know how the song goes...go ahead and sing it)

With the new year has come a new change: Pete Connolly is leaving the band. He may still play the occasional gig with us, but for the most part we're back to a four-person group. We wish Pete all the best in his musical endeavors and look forward to the times when he can make music with us.

A huge THANK YOU to Pete for all his hard work and dedication to Highland Way over the past year. To all our friends and fans, have no fear -- we're still going as strong as ever. Keep checking back to see where we're playing next!

Cheers,
HW

Merry Christmas!

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the land
People danced to the music of this Celtic band
CDs were spinning and toes were a-tapping
People were singing and laughing and clapping

With hearts full of joy and cups of good cheer
Friends toasted each other as the twilight drew near
They smiled in remembrance of good times had by all
Throughout the past year; counting blessings big and small

At the close of the eve, as the last toast was raised
The front door swung open and all were amazed
For the band entered in and in one voice did say,
"Merry Christmas to all from your friends, Highland Way!"


Merry Christmas from all of us to all of you!

~ HW

Look No Further for the Perfect Holiday Gift

The Christmas (December 25) / Hanukkah (December 4-12) / Kwanzaa (December 26-January 1) shopping season is upon us, and what better gift for the music lovers on your list than Highland Way CDs?

Can't choose just one? Buy the whole set and really make them happy!

From the first CD, Islands Awake, to the most recent release, Live in San Diego, these three albums contain traditional songs such as Danny Boy and The Wild Mountain Thyme as well as rousing crowd favorites Drunken Sailor, I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles), and Take Her In Your Arms. Also included are band originals These Highland Games, Walking Home, and Rainy Days.

There's something for everyone, from ballads to love songs to pub songs. Whether you're looking for a gift for your parents, son, daughter, cousins, neighbors, friends, co-workers, or great-aunt Martha, you can't miss with one of these albums! Since it's a Highland Way CD, you can rest assured that it's chock full of of energy and excellent quality.

Contact us at HighlandWay@cox.net to find out how you can order your set of Highland Way music CDs! Want to order just the early selections? They're available on CDBaby.com. (Note: Islands Awake, the band's first release, is available only in very limited quantity through CDBaby.com while supplies last.) Ordering the newest release, Live in San Diego, is simple: send us an e-mail!

Cheers,
HW

Just a Couple of Pictures

So the Star of India birthday bash was a lot of fun! Pete and the rest of the Westlin' Weavers were there in fine form (and voice). Both Miss Darla and Lee of Sheela-Na-Gig came to celebrate as well. There was lots of cake and some very cool music. Hope you all had a chance to step on board this ship. If not, go check it out the next time you're in San Diego. Happy birthday to the Star of India!

~ HW

Where are the photos...?

Yes, pictures from the Star of India birthday bash will be posted shortly. Stay tuned...

Have a happy Thanksgiving! We have much to be thankful for today. And you're on the list! What are you thankful for this year?

~ HW

Pete and the Star of India

So everyone plays with other bands, as you know. This weekend, Pete will be playing with the Westlin' Weavers on Saturday at the Star of India Birthday Party in San Diego. It's very cool... The Star of India is celebrating its 144th birthday!

Admission is free and everyone's invited!

Where:
The Embarcadero in downtown San Diego
1492 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101.

For More Information:
Call: 619-234-9153 Or Visit: www.sdmaritime.org

There's a detailed description of the bash here: http://www.sandiego.com/option,com_events/task,view_detail/agid,10305/year,2007/month,11/day,10/Itemid,236/

Go check it out. You're in for some good times, good music, and yummy cake!

And say "hi" to Pete while you're there!

~ HW