Further Activities

Cape Breton Island has many musicians and dancers who perform in a Scottish style. The style is Scottish, but the performers have made small changes that they like to the music and dancing.

Research a musician or dancer from Cape Breton Island on the Internet or at a public library. You should try to find the following information:

• Where and when they were born
• What instrument(s) they play and/or whether they sing or dance
• Have they recorded any of their music
• Where have they performed
• Have they won any awards
• How did they get started

There are many performers to choose from. You may want to select a different performer or group. However, here is a list of performers with links to Cape Breton Island to get you started: