tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post5362657178815147101..comments2023-09-21T08:53:42.554+01:00Comments on blethers: Ur Beatha Dhan Dùthaich - A Highland HomecomingChristine McIntoshhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14198224025775398453noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-47210593792630917332010-04-15T23:26:49.546+01:002010-04-15T23:26:49.546+01:00Justin, we've not been able to find anyone wit...Justin, we've not been able to find anyone with a recording! BBC Alba (not called that now, but same organisation) were there, but the only clips they showed were not of the actual liturgy. You'd need to send a request to the Taynuilt Gaelic choir to make a tape of it or something...<br />Thanks for the comment!Christine McIntoshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198224025775398453noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-75099020050684306872010-04-15T18:10:22.185+01:002010-04-15T18:10:22.185+01:00Great Blog post. I would love to hear this Euchar...Great Blog post. I would love to hear this Eucharistic celebration. I'm a seminarian of the Episcopal Church in the USA and was once a failing student of Scots Gaelic. Some one must have made an audio recording of this event. In one of my classes our semester wide topic has been about contextualized theology in the post-colonial situation. I have often brought up the struggles of the Gaelic people (even in the diaspora like my fore-bearers) and have often hoped to learn more about the SEC in Gaelic especially to hear the old sounds of "Eden" as they say. <br />Is there a place to find the recording of this liturgy?<br />peace,<br />JustinJustinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-22137779363683448792009-12-28T16:57:37.173+00:002009-12-28T16:57:37.173+00:00Glad you found me, Martin!Glad you found me, Martin!Christine McIntoshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198224025775398453noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-5352311704770820012009-12-27T01:33:14.897+00:002009-12-27T01:33:14.897+00:00This was so very interesting and joyful to find th...This was so very interesting and joyful to find this from the YouTube link of the Gaelic choirs of Taynuilt and Oban singing `Gleann Bhaile Chaoil' as a descendant from MacKenzies who emigrated from the area in 1843. :-) Tha mi taingeal airson sin. Tapadh leat, Christine.MGMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01604906280770193964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-74679150175267419832009-08-04T13:37:33.652+01:002009-08-04T13:37:33.652+01:00John, it's great to have you visit - though I ...John, it's great to have you visit - though I keep thinking that Mr B has posted a comment instead of simply speaking to me!Christine McIntoshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198224025775398453noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-63451371311140080812009-08-04T12:20:15.830+01:002009-08-04T12:20:15.830+01:00Did I go looking for myself? In a way, my Grandfat...Did I go looking for myself? In a way, my Grandfather was living in Dunoon before he came out to NZ. I am interested in what goes on there these days. I was intrigued by your blog and the comments of Andy above. I did not think James Stewart would be remembered with such passion but I'm pleased to see he is. He was defended by Robert McIntosh but I suppose it was a hopeless case in the circumstances.John McIntoshnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-37144189452646035312009-07-27T20:24:46.729+01:002009-07-27T20:24:46.729+01:00Beneath Beinn Bheitheir
Balvicar (15 miles south ...Beneath Beinn Bheitheir<br /><br />Balvicar (15 miles south of Oban), Sunday 19th July, 11a.m. – the car loaded with home baking, but still concerns about whether or not there will be enough cups for the increasing numbers who appear to be planning to attend this memorable occasion.<br />Arriving at Ballachulish, the car park is already full to bursting, as are the clouds, but as an endless stream of visiting MacInnes’ disgorge from their coach, it is very apparent that this is a very special event for so many.<br />In the days after, many amazing memories would show themselves.<br />Top of the list has to be the leading in of the Appin Banner, its placing on the altar alongside the Appin Chalice, a hugely symbolic, almost historic, act in itself. And one that fired the emotions of many in the congregation – especially as it was carried in by Mhairi Ross, a descendant of the Livingstones who liberated Seumas A’Ghlinne’s body from the gibbet.<br />And in case we were to forget one of the main reasons we were at St.John’s, how symbolic was it that at the very moment that Iain MacKenzie rang the bell to signal the Banner’s entry into the church, a small piece of wood fell from the roof timbers, as if to signify the urgency with which the deteriorating fabric of the building needs to be addressed?<br />And then there was the singing of the choirs – a sound that must have caused many a tear to well up and overflow. Psalm 65, sung by Oban Gaelic Choir was so true to the Gaelic tradition, while Gleann Baile Chaoil was the final showstopper.<br />Allan MacInnes’ talk on the Appin Murder was enlightening, even for those who already had a broad understanding of the tragic events. And of course, we cannot forget the actual Gaelic service itself – the second organized by the Friends of St.John’s in recent times. So good to hear the indigenous language spoken in the mother church.<br />A day when things just fell into place – despite the weather – starting with the arrival of Mike Russell, Minister of Culture, along with the rain, in time to formally open the cairn the Campbell’s built. <br />Piper John MacCallum on the spot to play at just the right times. As was Mrs Charles Kennedy to hand out the sweets at the conclusion of the Service.<br />Suffice to say that there were enough cups (just!) and there was enough baking, and the Balvicar clootie dumpling is now achieving global fame.Andynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-18058212134018459582009-07-22T23:53:45.550+01:002009-07-22T23:53:45.550+01:00A namesake! Great! Did you go looking for yourself...A namesake! Great! Did you go looking for yourself?Christine McIntoshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198224025775398453noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-11874640399403453862009-07-22T05:52:51.728+01:002009-07-22T05:52:51.728+01:00Enjoyed reading the article.Enjoyed reading the article.John Mcintosh (NZ)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-29548014972640851722009-07-21T16:46:00.306+01:002009-07-21T16:46:00.306+01:00Thank you for that haunting memory of Sunday. It c...Thank you for that haunting memory of Sunday. It captured the essence of that very thin place twixt heaven and earth that is St Johns and its Churchyard.Rev Peter Ricenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-35347520052220619192009-07-21T13:08:27.310+01:002009-07-21T13:08:27.310+01:00We can only say MORAN TAING to Christine for her c...We can only say MORAN TAING to Christine for her comprehensive description of the SEIRBHIS GHAIDHLIG - we know from different people that different parts of the afternoon were very special to them. <br /><br />CLANN MHICAONGHAIS, through Norman MacInnis, International President of the Clan, indicated that the group were overwhelmed with the emotion of the music, poetry & service.<br /><br />For Marsaili & Sileas, Friends of St John's, Ballachulish, John played (with improvision) the most beautiful calming Gaelic airs, as we processed from the West Door: Muile Nam Fuar-Bheann Mor agus An T-Eilean Aluinn.Julie Gamblenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-81792409946093110702009-07-21T12:04:50.802+01:002009-07-21T12:04:50.802+01:00What a wonder-filled time this must have been! I c...What a wonder-filled time this must have been! I could almost feel the sense of anticipation by your fabulous description! <br /><br />Of course, I did need to resort to that modern innovation (Google) to discover what, exactly, clootie dumpling is! Sounds very interesting!Katyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06558961417235143567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-16801334406414910522009-07-21T00:39:01.814+01:002009-07-21T00:39:01.814+01:00Could I refuse you anything? But could you at leas...Could I refuse you anything? But could you at least point out that it originated as a blog post? ;-)Christine McIntoshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198224025775398453noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19191002.post-33612183531009099212009-07-21T00:11:57.284+01:002009-07-21T00:11:57.284+01:00Can I use this in my Parish Mag? Can I? Can I? Ple...Can I use this in my Parish Mag? Can I? Can I? Please, can I???Fr Kennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09825687159958396082noreply@blogger.com