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Stewart MacNeil
Cape Breton

Stewart MacNeil

Stewart MacNeil has been pleasing audiences with his unique brand of music since the age of six when he mastered his first instrument – the harmonica. Since that time, he has grown into a multi-instrumentalist who has toured the world. Perhaps best known for his work alongside his siblings in the internationally-acclaimed group The Barra MacNeils, Stewart is also a classically trained pianist, having studied music at Mount Allison University. An accomplished arranger and songwriter, he brings a unique Celtic influence to his compositions. In addition, he performs with the Cape Breton Chorale, further showcasing his musical versatility. The son of one of Cape Breton Island’s most respected dance instructors, the late Jean MacNeil, Stewart is also an accomplished Cape Breton step dancer. Deeply connected to his heritage, he is a dedicated student of the Gaelic language and aspires to become fluent in his ancestral tongue.

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