FARMINGTON – New England Celtic Arts, will present Còig at the Green Church in Mexico on Wednesday, Dec. 9 and at Old South Congregational Church in Farmington on Thursday, Dec. 10 as a benefit for the annual ECU HEAT program. Curtain is at 6 p.m.
Còig will return to Central Maine to release their new Holiday Album “Carols”. Fan favorites in the region, the show will be full to the brim with festive Cape Breton style music, song, and dance along with lots of Celtic Holiday cheer.
CÒIG (“Ko-ig”. Gaelic for ‘5’) is an exciting ensemble consisting of five solo acts, and is one of Cape Breton’s most captivating young bands. Originally coming together for a promotional tour for the Celtic Colours International Festival in 2010, the formation proved to be something special, and the group decided to continue to tour together as a band. Proving to be a serious force to be reckoned with in the traditional music scene with their driving tunes, haunting songs and infectious energy, Còig is a treat for the ears of every audience they meet.
With a combined total of over 30 nominations and awards, each of Còig’s talented musicians have released their own successful solo albums, and have toured both at home and abroad before coming together as this exciting super group. Còig’s much anticipated debut album was released on June 10th, 2014. That album won Traditional/Roots Recording of the Year at Nova Scotia Music Week: the Canadian Folk Award; and the East Coast Music Award for the same category in 2015.
The new album will release on December 1 and will put a new spin on some very traditional tunes and songs. Featured are: The Wexford Carol; In the Bleak Midwinter; Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring; Oh Holy Night; Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas; and Swingle Bells.
The event in Farmington will also be a benefit for the annual ECU HEAT program in Franklin County. ECU HEAT is a fuel assistance ministry for low-income neighbors who live in Franklin County. Dubbed “$50 for 50”, the program provides one 50-gallon fuel delivery per heating season. The applicant pays $50 toward the cost and the Franklin County Ecumenical Heating Fund pays the balance due. All forms of fuel energy are covered from oil to wood. Last winter 1009 people in 426 households were warmed by the generosity of neighbors who care.
The Mexico Congregational Church is at 163 Main Street Mexico Maine. For reservations call 207-562-4445 and Old South Congregational Church is at 235 Maine Street Farmington, Me. Call 207-299-3686 Reservations are strongly suggested at all locations. Ticket price is $15 at both locations.
More info at http://www.necelticarts.com.
Have already pre-ordered my CD to enjoy through the holidays. Looking forward to enjoying this talented ensemble of young musicians on Dec. 10th. Come join the fun!!