Ceilidhs at the BIS 2026 - The Proud Islanders with guests Louise Arsenault & Helene Bergeron
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June 26 - The Proud Islanders’ present a special bilingual performance by Karl Proude, and Armand Arsenault, with guests Louise Arsenault and Helene Bergeron.
"The Proud Islanders" on PEI represents a musical group playing traditional songs, and refers to the pride locals take in their province.
Karl Proude was born in Springvale and his first love was Bluegrass music. His next venture was traditional music and he formed the Docksider's Band with Albert Arsenault. Karl is determined to keep the music alive of some artists and songwriters who are no longer with us, as well as promoting some of the newer songwriters.
Armand Arsenault was born in Abram's Village. He comes from a musical family. He started out with Guitar and then migrated the accordion. He is self taught and his repertoire includes Celtic, traditional, folk and country in both English and French.
Louise Arsenault has a long history playing traditional music on the fiddle all over the world. She is a former member of the groups Barachois, Les Girls and Gadelle.
Helene Bergeron is considered to be one of Canada's finest step dancers. She also is a children's performer and musician performing all over the world. She was a member of the groups Barachois and Les Girls and a member of Gadelle, which is still performing today.
Doors open at 6:30, show starts at 7:30. Tickets are $20, Members $18, Children under 12 at $5. Advance tickets are available thru the website or at the door. The hall is air conditioned and licensed. Our Lift is now back in operation. Complimentary tea and treats are served at intermission and there’s a 50/50 draw.
For more information call Clare at 902-213-4578. Reserve early to make sure you get a seat as this line-up is very popular.
Tickets: https://locarius.io/organizations/38/
"The Proud Islanders" on PEI represents a musical group playing traditional songs, and refers to the pride locals take in their province.
Karl Proude was born in Springvale and his first love was Bluegrass music. His next venture was traditional music and he formed the Docksider's Band with Albert Arsenault. Karl is determined to keep the music alive of some artists and songwriters who are no longer with us, as well as promoting some of the newer songwriters.
Armand Arsenault was born in Abram's Village. He comes from a musical family. He started out with Guitar and then migrated the accordion. He is self taught and his repertoire includes Celtic, traditional, folk and country in both English and French.
Louise Arsenault has a long history playing traditional music on the fiddle all over the world. She is a former member of the groups Barachois, Les Girls and Gadelle.
Helene Bergeron is considered to be one of Canada's finest step dancers. She also is a children's performer and musician performing all over the world. She was a member of the groups Barachois and Les Girls and a member of Gadelle, which is still performing today.
Doors open at 6:30, show starts at 7:30. Tickets are $20, Members $18, Children under 12 at $5. Advance tickets are available thru the website or at the door. The hall is air conditioned and licensed. Our Lift is now back in operation. Complimentary tea and treats are served at intermission and there’s a 50/50 draw.
For more information call Clare at 902-213-4578. Reserve early to make sure you get a seat as this line-up is very popular.
Tickets: https://locarius.io/organizations/38/
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Where is it happening?
Irish Cultural Centre, 582 North River Road, Charlottetown, PE C1E1K2, Canada
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Host or PublisherBenevolent Irish Society of PEI
