The Sound of Sleat

The Sound of Sleat performs "traditional celtic music, distilled from the Highlands, Islands, and beyond".  Our unique Celtic ensemble features Scottish small pipes, vocals, and cello, all of which are part of the Scottish tradition, along with the addition of the more modern guitar. Enjoy the sound of the rich blend of instruments, with original and imaginative intrepretations of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes and songs that evoke the Celtic spirit in listeners,easilyl transporting each to a far away land and time with the vibrancy, subtlety and excitement of the music.

Visit:  The Old Brogue Irish Pub

The Sound of Sleat is proud to participate in the Newnan Robert Burns Weekend Celebration with music and song by Robert Burns, and other Scots from the traditional music of the 1700's. You'll hear lively jigs, and reels, soulful and heart-warming airs, and melodies that stay in your memory forever. We are looking forward to bringing our music to many of the events of the weekend.  Our unique Celtic ensemble features Scottish small pipes and border pipes, vocals and cello, all of which are part of the Scottish tradition, with the addition of the more modern guitar.

Visit:  Newnan Robert Burns Scottish Heritage Weekend Celebration

The Sound of Sleat is proud to perform as part of Historic Alexandria's 23rd First Night celebration!  We are looking forward to performing in the North Lodge at the George Washington Masonic Memorial in Alexandria.  Our unique Celtic ensemble alternates with the Truehearts with shows from 7:00 pm through the evening. The Sound of Sleat is on stage at 7:45 9:15, and 10:45 pm. Our performances will be a treat for all! We will "Send out the Old, and Ring in the New" with a most joyful experience!  

Buy your First Night Alexandria ticket for $20 through December 10, 2017, all events included.. Ticket price is $30 from Dec. 11th and after.  KIDS UNDER 12 AND ACTIVE MILITARY FREE!  

Visit:  First Night Alexandria

The Sound of Sleat is excited to perform as part of the Swift Run Celtic House Concerts in this summer's series. Pleae bring lawn chairs, for a lovely evening under the stars. Enjoy small pipes which combine with mellow Irish songs accompanied by the soulful sound of the cello. The Sound of Sleat cools the evening with Scottish and Irish tunes and songs. Master piper Bob Mitchell, an exponent of ALL Scottish pipes, Irish singer and guitarist Patrick Egan and elegant cellist Karin Loya return for another fine concert at Swift Run.   

BYOB. Our hosts provide snacks, desserts, and soft drinks for all. In case of inclement weather, we will be indoors. For more information: http://swiftruncelticconcerts.com. For reservations and directions, call Barbara Ryan at (703) 426-1450 or email: ionavoice@pobox.com   

Visit:  Swift Run Celtic House Concerts

The Sound of Sleat is proud to perform as part of Historic Alexandria's 22nd First Night celebration!  We are looking forward to performing across from Market Square on King Street in historic Old Town Alexandria.  Our unique Celtic ensemble performs on the hour, every hour from 7:00 trhough its 10:00 performance. Follow the strains of the Pied Bagpiper to our stage show at Long and Foster! Our performances will be a treat for all! We will "Send out the Old, and Ring in the New" with a most joyful experience!  

Buy your First Night Alexandria ticket for $15, through October 31, 2016, all events included.. Ticket price is $20 starting Nov. 1 and $30 from Dec. 12h and after.  KIDS UNDER 12 AND ACTIVE MILITARY FREE!  

Visit:  First Night Alexandria

The Sound of Sleat is delighted to perform as part of Winchester, Virginia's First Celtic Festival. We are celebrating St. Patrick's Day in historic old town Winchester! Joined by Irish stepdancers, the Sound of Sleat will play its unique arrangements and lively traditional Irish music for a most joyful experience! Pat Egan, our WAMA-winning Irishman on vocals and guitar, will sing ballads and Irish tunes that enliven the festivities and warm your hearts! Bob Mitchell on border pipes, Karin Loya on cello. An experience that even the leprechauns will not want to miss!   

For more info, visit:  Old Town Winchester