Bagpipes Meet Rock and Roll – The Battlefords News-Optimist


The Johnny McCuaig Band, now known as the Arcana Kings, were at the Dekker Centre Nov. 20 as part of an Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils tour. The Regina-based band is described as mixing “traditional Canadian east coast jigs with the modern power of radio rock music.” Among the instruments played are the bagpipes. News-Optimist staff member Maureen Charpentier attended on the company’s behalf, coming back to give us a glowing review of the show. The music was great and everyone had fun. She reckons this is a band we will continue to hear more about and anyone who has the chance should take in one of their shows. They released a new album in October, titled Lions As Ravens. Photo by Maureen Charpentier.

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