"AMAZING & REFRESHING" ~ "Hello from Seattle:My son and I would like to thank you for a great performance this past weekend in Victoria (April/2007). My son, Dakota, could not stop talking about ... [Read More]
"GREAT SHOW LAST NIGHT!" ~ "Hi Bev and Allister:I just wanted to pop a note to let you know that the group received at least 3 standing ovations last night here in Victoria! It was a wonderf... [Read More]
"Just Gorgeous!" ~ Hi there. I came upon your cd 'Forerunner' by coincidence when I was looking for a birthday present for my sister, who loves irish folk music. I was curious and, before givi... [Read More]
"ONE OF YOU BIGGEST FANS" ~ "Hi. How are all of you?I am like one of ur biggest fans I love your music and I am coming to see you guys preform friday at the port theater. I am in Carolyns dance g... [Read More]
"STILL IN AWE" ~ Hello there:We attended your concert last night (Friday/April 6/2007) and are still in awe. Your music touched us deeply and we will never forget the wonderful time we spent wit... [Read More]
"Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" ~ "Fiona: Hello. Greetings from a cornfield in Ontario! I heard you and the rest of The Cottars being interviewed on the radio yesterday. To say the least, I was a... [Read More]
A FAVORITE OF OURS ~ "Hello. I am the mom of the band members of Celtic Spring, a group from Ojai, California. We have known of you for the last two years and have hoped to cross paths sometime. We bo... [Read More]
A LOT OF TALENT ~ "Hello Fiona. My husband and I were flipping channels last night and heard you singing so beautifully. We used to be professional musicians (Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra) and so we... [Read More]
A MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE ~ "I just wanted to write to personally thank you all for putting on such wonderful performances at The Milwaukee Irish Fest this year. I was so happy when I found out you were ... [Read More]
ABSOLUTELY BLOWN AWAY ~ "I just purchased the new CD "On Fire" yesterday and was absolutely blown away! I knew it was going to be hard to top the "Made In Cape Breton" CD, but you guys have done it. I... [Read More]
ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS MUSIC ~ "I still cannot get over the absolutely gorgeous music you play. It really makes me so alive and whole that I just want to thank you. You four are talented and beautiful, a... [Read More]
ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE ~ "During the winter, I heard you guys playing on 'Good Morning Canada'. I was stunned and was extremely envious. Your musical talent and the soul that you put into your work was... [Read More]
ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE ~ "I just wanted to say that The Cottars are absolutely incredible, and the day I meet you guys I'm probably going to start crying. You guys are all great musicians. I play the f... [Read More]
ABSOLUTELY STUNNING ~ "I heard your music on NPR this past Saturday and I fell in love. When I heard that you were going to perform at The Heymann Center in Lafayette, I had to go. I am so glad that I... [Read More]
AMAZED ~ "I saw you perform at The Ark (Michigan). I thought it was great how you included the audience; it made it even more fun. I'm amazed at how talented you are! You did a great job. (Even my dad... [Read More]
AMAZING ... INCREDIBLE! ~ "OK, NOW I'm, excited! We just received 'Forerunner' and absolutely LOVE it! The instrumentals are amazing and the vocals are incredible. We play it at work, we play it at ho... [Read More]
AMAZING TALENT ~ "I saw you with the Chieftains last night in Albuquerque, NM and was very impressed. You have amazing talent. I just purchased some of your CDs. Blessings!" ~ Dee Meier, New Mexico... [Read More]
AMAZING TALENT ~ "Saw you all in Albuquerque with The Chieftains, and you were great! You looked like you were having a good time and it showed. It's always a treat to see such amazing talent from one... [Read More]
AMAZING WORK ~ "Hey Fiona: I just gotta say that I'm a really big fan of The Cottars. And I had to write to you and say that you have the best voice out there for singing! It's amazing! You really kno... [Read More]
AMAZINGLY TALENTED GROUP ~ "Hello Cottars: Just this past August, I had the opportunity to see you play a show at the Irish Festival in Dublin, Ohio. I got a chance to talk to you and compliment you t... [Read More]
AMAZING ~ "I listen to your cd 24/7, and I just wanted to suggest that you make another cd because I like your first one so much! My parents saw you perform and loved it! You are amazing! By the way,... [Read More]
AMAZING ~ "When ya'll came to The Banner Series in Lake Charles, LA, I went and saw the show and it was amazing! I was stunned when I saw how young and talented ya'll were. I love my CD; just can't ge... [Read More]
AN INSTANT FAN ~ "I saw you perform for the first time at The Kansas City Irish Fest over the weekend. You've made an instant fan out of me. You guys are really great. I was disappointed that your CD'... [Read More]
ANCESTRAL VOICES ~ "I've just heard The Cottars' CD. Incredible!!!! "I can't hold back the tears when Fiona and Ciarán sing 'Sùilean Dubh'. I have never heard it sung finer in my long life. The ancest... [Read More]
ARRANGEMENTS FANTASTIC ~ Hi Guys:
Just found your music on the net …amazing!!!!!!! I have been playing the accordion for about 30 years or more and play in a ceilidh/folk band with a couple of... [Read More]
AWESOME BAND ~ "My Mom got your CD yesterday, and she said that I would like it. So, I listened to it and I fell in love with it!! My favourite song is 'I Know Who Is Sick', but I stll love them all. ... [Read More]
AWESOME ROLE MODELS ~ "I have your CD and I listen to it like every night. Your music is a great get-away from Rap and R&B. To add to your talent, you four are awesome role models for me, and Fiona i... [Read More]
AWESOME! ~ "Hi. You guys are awesome! I saw you in Summerside, PEI, at The Jubilee Theatre (my birthday present; couldn't have asked for a better one!). Come back to PEI real soon!!" ~ Jody McM, PE... [Read More]
AWESOME ~ "Hi there. Saw your performance on Monday night at The Old Triangle. It was awesome!! Hope to see you again real soon. It was the best evening of music we spent in a long time. Congratulatio... [Read More]
AWESOME ~ "Hi. This is Katie from Louisiana. I saw ya'll perform at my school and you all did so AWESOME!! Keep it up!" ~ Katie S., Louisiana (2005)
AWESOME ~ "Just heard you on CBC. What can I say...just AWESOME!" ~ Ernest Hanff,
BEAUTIFUL MUSIC ~ "I first heard your beautiful music on May 31/02 when you were interviewed on CBC Radio. I had to stop the car because I was so taken with 'Briar and the Rose' and "'Kitchen Racket'.... [Read More]
BEAUTIFUL MUSIC ~ "You delighted us with your beautiful music in August when we saw you at The Lunenburg Folk Festival. We are from Wisconsin so you were totally new to us. I bought your CD at the wha... [Read More]
BEAUTIFUL VOICES ~ "Just listened to your CBC interview with Shelagh Rogers—couldnt believe your ages after hearing those beautiful voices! Went right to your web-site to check out your schedule for t... [Read More]
BEST I'VE EVER SEEN ~ "Hey Cottars! Ya'll were the best musicians I have ever seen! I loved that ya'll performed at our school, Our Lady Queen Of Heaven, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Thanx!" ~ Karle... [Read More]
BEST I'VE HEARD IN A WHILE ~ "... I was just blown away by their talent! The main vocalists, Fiona, sings a beautiful variety of songs. All the other band members are amazingly talented, especially th... [Read More]
BEYOND WORDS ~ "Just wanted to let you know: I saw the performance in Old Deerfield, MA, this past weekend, and enjoyed it beyond words." ~ Dale Woods, Massachusetts (USA)
BLOW MY SOCKS OFF!!! ~ "You guys just blow my socks off!!!! God has blessed all of you deeply. You certainly have added to the enormous talent from Cape Breton, the Maritimes, and our country. 'Way to... [Read More]
BLOWN AWAY ~ "Heard you today on CBC Radio and was BLOWN AWAY. Loved 'Briar and the Rose'." ~ Nan Reynolds,
BLOWN AWAY ~ "Wow! I just saw you play with the Chieftains in San Rafael, CA tonight and I was blown away. You guys were incredible. All I could keep thinking was that you were my age (17) and I could... [Read More]
BRAZILIAN FAN ~ "The Cottars, voces sao lindos, o maximo! Musica irlandesa e o maximo! Longa vida a Irlanda e a voces!" TRANSLATION: "The Cottars, you are gorgeous! Irish music is amazing! Best wishes... [Read More]
BRIAR AND THE ROSE ~ "Just wanted to share my recent experience with your music: I was sitting, having my lunch, when a short clip came on NTV of a young girl singing the most beautiful song called 'B... [Read More]
BROUGHT ME TO TEARS ~ "I have looked for something like all of you for 40 years. Your album brought me to tears. I hope we can see you in person someday. We live in the States, in Idaho. Thanks for co... [Read More]
BROUGHT ME TO TEARS ~ "I heard you on CBC and your music practically brought me to tears (which is rather awkward in the office, as you can imagine). Hope to catch you if you ever come to Vancouver." ... [Read More]
CHILLS THRU MY SPINE ~ "I just wanted to take this time to let you know that the first time I actually saw you perform was on the ECMA Awards this year. My husband and I couldn't believe the talent yo... [Read More]
CONGRATULATIONS! ~ "A belated congratulations on the CD release, and the terrific reception that the quartet is receiving. We are pleased to have a signed copy of the CD, and enjoy the variety of musi... [Read More]
CONGRATULATIONS ~ "What a fresh and lively sound! Looking forward to hearing lots more! Congratulations, you guys!" ~ Sharon C.R.,
COTTARS' TV SPECIAL ~ "Just watched The Cottars' TV Special. There is only one word to sum up how they perform: AMAZING!!" ~ A. Sawlor, Sydney, NS
ENCHANTED ~ “Fiona: I just bought your new CD 'On Fire' today, and I haven't been able to stop listening to it! The first song, 'Ready For The Storm', is absolutely amazing! I am enchanted by your bea... [Read More]
ENCHANTING ~ "The CD is enchanting! Wonderful choice of selections. For me, the highlight is 'Here's To Song'. Thanks to Allister for the gift of this amazing song." ~ Liz S., Toronto, Ontario
ENJOYED YOUR SONGS ~ "I listened to you on CBC Radio this morning, and I must say how much I enjoyed your songs. It is truly difficult to believe that such young voices and personalities can sing so b... [Read More]
ENORMOUS TALENT ~ "I learned about The Cottars through word-of-mouth. I decided to buy their album and, after listening to it, I'm blown away by the talent of these kids! Despite their young ages, the... [Read More]
ENTHRALLED ~ "My mother, sister, and I recently spent the afternoon at The Irish Festival in Easton, MA. What a pleasure to see and hear you perform for the crowd. My mom, Annie MacLellan Morrison (wh... [Read More]
EXCELLENT ~ "I enjoyed meeting everyone at The Muse At tThe Gray Goose on March 9th, 2003. The group performance was excellent! Your good wit and fun on stage was very enjoyable. I look forward to see... [Read More]
FABULOUS CONCERT ~ "I just came from a fabulous Cottars concert at The DeCoste Centre in Pictou. You are just a great group of musicians, and everyone enjoyed the concert tremendously." ~ B. MacDon... [Read More]
FANTASTIC! ~ "I have received your new CD, 'The Cottars—Made In Cape Breton'. I must say that it is FANTASTIC!!! I've been working on the computer today and have been playing the CD over and over and ... [Read More]
FANTASTIC ~ "I have just received your new CD 'Made In Cape Breton'. I must say that it is FANTASTIC!!! It just seems to get better with each playing. Allister MacGillivray's 'Here's To Song' with Joh... [Read More]
FOUR FABULOUS MUSICIANS ~ "I first heard The Cottars when they performed at the Lotus World Music Festival in Bloomington, Indiana, last fall. We knew that the performers were all teenagers, but were ... [Read More]
FROM YOUR BIGGEST FAN ~ "Thank you very much for your note. I was so excited when I got home from school! I immediately phoned my friends. I can't wait to meet you. I hope my Mom gets me one of your C... [Read More]
GAVE ME GOOSE BUMPS! ~ Fiona: We saw you at Irish Fest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (2006). It was the first time we saw your group and were quite impressed. You sang a song with your brother about a rose.... [Read More]
GOD'S MUSIC ~ “I bought your 'Forerunner' cd today, and I have to tell you I love your music! I'm a big fan of Celtic folk music & Celtic music in general. Your music & ... [Read More]
GOOSE BUMPS ~ "I have just heard, for the first time, this group of young people sing and play on CBC Radio. I did, for sure, get 'goose bumps' down my spine! What a fresh and lively sound! Sounds jus... [Read More]
GREAT ENTERTAINERS ~ "I have to tell you that the group did a fantastic job. You quickly forget that they are teenagers. Their musicianship, harmonies and rapport with the audience is exceptional. The... [Read More]
GREAT ROLE MODELS ~ "My Mom is from Port Hood and my Dad was from Judique, and we all love this music. I have a daughter who is 11 and, from what I heard on the CBC, The Cottars are great role models.... [Read More]
GREAT STUFF ~ "I recently saw The Cottars at The Crawfish Etouffee Cook-Off here in my hometown of Eunice, Louisiana, and ya'll really put on a show! So refreshing to see musicians playing REAL MUSIC!... [Read More]
HERE'S TO SONG ~ "I heard The Cottars on BBC Radio Scotland about two weeks ago. I think the track they played was 'Here's To Song' from the 'Made In Cape Breton" CD. I was so impressed that I ordered... [Read More]
I LOVE THE WHOLE CD "ON FIRE" ~ "I just got my copy of 'On Fire' yesterday. I had no clue it was already in the stores. When my eyes spotted a bright red CD, I think I screamed when I saw it said 'THE... [Read More]
I WAS TOTALLY AMAZED ~ "Hi Guys. I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your show last week in Fredericton, NB (2005). I was totally amazed by your performance. OUTSTANDING!!! I'm sure that ... [Read More]
IMPRESSIVE ~ "My wife and I attended The Kansas City Irish Fest and were lucky enough to catch your show on the Main Stage on Sunday. What a show! We spent the whole day at The Irish Fest. We saw many... [Read More]
INCREDIBLE BEYOND DESCRIPTION ~ "I have worn your CD out and I'm impressed by the calibre of your music. Yesterday, to say the least, I was blown away by your concert at the Capitol Theatre (Moncton, ... [Read More]
INCREDIBLE PERFORMANCE ~ "Hello from McNeese State. I'm a student here who attended your concert in The Banners Series. What an incredible performance! I'm a long-time Irish music fan, and I'm so glad... [Read More]
INSPIRED ME ~ "Omg !!!! You guys are so cool !! I can't wait to see you again. Your performance inspired me to sing my little heart out ! Well, I can't wait to see you again !!" ~ Rachel Marathas, ... [Read More]
JUST BRILLIANT! ~ "Lovely. Saw you with the Chieftains in Austin, Texas, last Sunday night. Just brilliant! What gifts you all have!" ~ Michele Frazier, Austin, Texas, January 27, 2006
JUST INCREDIBLE—AND THEY KEEP GETTING BETTER ~ "I first heard The Cottars when they were on tour with John McDermott. They stole the show! I've heard them many times since, and they keep getting bette... [Read More]
JUST SO GOOD !!! ~ "At the time they recorded this (i.e., 'Made In Cape Breton'), The Cottars were aged 14, 13, 12 & 11... but it doesn't matter to the results one way or the other. The singing and pl... [Read More]
KEEP PLAYING, SINGING ~ "You Mum and Dad used to live on the North Shore where we live, so I had to pay special attention to the interview this morning. You were all great! I'm so glad I ordered your ... [Read More]
LOVE YOUR MUSIC ~ "Hi Cottars! I love your music and I hope that you come again to Harvard. Right now I am listening to your music and I feel very relaxed and very calm. I love your singing and dancin... [Read More]
LOVED THE SHOW! ~ "Hi: I saw you in Milwaukee, WI, at Irish Fest 2006. Just wanted to know if you will be back for 2007. Loved the show, and hope to see you again." ~ Rhona A... [Read More]
LOVED THEIR SOUND ~ "Will the group be touring in the West—specifically Vancouver Island—in the future? I heard the group on CBC Radio and loved their sound." ~ Martina Harkness, Cowichan Valley, B... [Read More]
MADE IN CAPE BRETON ~ "Just finished listening to your album. We loved it. It's wonderful! Keep up the good work." ~ Wendy & Johnny, California
MAGICAL EVENING ~ "Just a few lines to let you know how very much we enjoyed your CD release party in Halifax. It was a magical evening, and we played the CD all the way back to Ontario. It is wonderf... [Read More]
MARVELLOUS ~ “ 'On Fire' is marvellous. Too bad Wade Hemsworth isn't around to hear 'The Wild Goose'. Ciarán has probably done for that song what Fiona did for 'Briar And The Rose'.” ~ Jack MacNeil... [Read More]
MATCHLESS ~ "I have to tell you that the concert (at the Rebecca Cohn) was a high point in our year. Jack O'Donnell's intro was a fine kick-off and, as for the performance, it was matchless. There was... [Read More]
MEET THE COTTARS—TV SPECIAL ~ "WOW. What more can I say? 'Meet The Cottars' was fabulous. It is great to know the music is in good hands." ~ Hughena MacDougall, CB, NS
MELTING HEARTS LIKE MINE ~ "Fiona:
As I settled in to a relaxing evening of the ECMA's (2005), I had no idea what was coming. I am sixteen years old and am a very calm and collected individual. I n... [Read More]
MIRACULOUS ~ "I have just seen the guest appearance you did on the PBS Channel TV show 'Zoom In America', and was so compelled by your talent and by the amazing magic of the Gaelic traditions. I am su... [Read More]
MORE MUSIC LIKE THIS ~ "Thanks for sending the CD so promptly. It arrived today and it's even better than we thought it would be! The world needs more music like this. Good luck to all of you!" ~ T... [Read More]
MOST IMPRESSED ~ "I am just listening to your most recent CD, 'On Fire', and I am most impressed. I enjoyed your first CD ('Made in Cape Breton') immensely, but you folks have matured beyond your year... [Read More]
MOVED TO TEARS ~ “Fiona: I saw you and The Cottars on CBC last night (July 1st/04). I was moved to tears by your incredibly crystal clear, beautiful voice and the kind of songs you sang. I am glad tha... [Read More]
NEW ADDITIONS TO THE GROUP ~ Hello: We took in your show last night, 16 Nov/06, at The Playhouse in Fredericton — fantastic! Such talent and energy -- unrivalled. I was also deeply imp... [Read More]
ONE OF THE BEST ~ What can I say about The Cottars?. First, I must to say — forgives me for the English — I am from Brazil, and I just want to say that The Cottars is one of the... [Read More]
ONE OF THE MOST AMAZING ALBUMS ~ "I am so excited that your tour with The Chieftains is bringing you to Washington D.C.! I have always been a huge fan of The Chieftains, however my main reason for at... [Read More]
OUR FAVORITE MUSICIANS ~ "Four family members — including my wife, daughter, son-in-law and myself — drove from Maine on Sunday, May 22/05, to Fredericton for an evening of GREAT music by our favorite... [Read More]
OUTSTANDING SHOW ~ "I attended your concert at The Bromfield School this evening. I would like to compliment the group on an outstanding show. I truly enjoyed it and will be attending future events." ... [Read More]
PERFECTION, IN MY BOOK ~ "Ever since 'Waterlily' was playing on my favorite internet station (RadioAcoustic) only yesterday, I must have listened to the song about a thousand times by now! What's ther... [Read More]
PHENOMENAL ~ "I heard you for the first time today, May 31st, on a CBC interview. You are phenomenal!!!!!! I thought The Rankins had the clearest, purest voices I had ever heard, but I was wrong. I he... [Read More]
PHENOMENAL ~ "The Cottars are really phenomenal." ~ Wendy Larman, Lillooet, BC
QUITE A TREAT ~ "It was great seeing The Cottars (in Halifax). Fiona's voice is marvellous, and that young Roseanne's fiddling is excellent for ANY age. Quite a treat to be able to see them perform. T... [Read More]
REALLY COOL ~ "Hi! I saw you at a concert at Thayer Academy and you are all go good! It was really cool that you are all the same age as the students at our school and have already accomplished so muc... [Read More]
REFRESHING ~ "It was wonderful to hear you on CBC Radio the other morning, with Shelagh Rogers. I couldn't help smiling the whole way through, as your music is fantastic and your personalities so refr... [Read More]
RISE TO STARDOM ~ "Congratulations on your rise to stardom. Your love of music—and onstage fun—flows through your audiences, and even through our television! We love you and appreciate your talents. A... [Read More]
SEE YOU AT THE STAN ROGERS FESTIVAL ~ "Just wandered onto your site and had to send along my compliments to all of you on the wonderful television program that CBC did about you last week. It was terr... [Read More]
SENSATIONAL & INSPIRING ~ "I wanted to tell you how much my family & I enjoyed your performance this past Saturday (May/05) at The Family Music Festival in Chestnut Ridge. We had come to see Tom Chapi... [Read More]
SIMPLY BLOWN AWAY ~ "Theresa and I were delighted to see The Cottars on this year's Christmas Daddies Show, and were simply blown away by Fiona's passionate performance of 'The Briar and the Rose'. WO... [Read More]
SIMPLY PHENOMENAL ~ "I saw The Cottars in Savannah, Georgia. They were simply phenomenal !!!" ~ Alex, Georgia, USA
SIMPLY STUNNING ~ “Having just heard your rendition of ‘The Briar And The Rose’ — literally in the last 10 minutes! — I had to write and thank you. I’m passionate about the music of Tom Waits, and hav... [Read More]
SO REFRESHING ~ "We attended your concert at The Grand Theatre in Kingston (Ontario) on March 12th, 2004. It was wonderful. You are all so very talented, and you also have a very good stage presence. ... [Read More]
SOME OF THE GREATEST ~ "I have two CD's of The Cottars. I believe they are some of the greatest singers & musicians in North America — maybe even the world! I have a passion for music, and especially ... [Read More]
SPECTACULAR ~ "I just saw you last night at Longwood Gardens. You are spectacular, and I hope that you can return to this area whenever you can. I wish you great success — you're very talented." ~ ... [Read More]
STONEHILL IRISH FESTIVAL ~ "We've just returned from The Irish Cultural Centre Festival at Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts. We saw your performance this afternoon, and I wanted to write to ... [Read More]
SUPER-NOVAS ~ "I never imagined that I might be writing a fan letter to a group which, if all their ages were added together, would total less than my own! We were delighted beyond words with the perf... [Read More]
SUPERB PERFORMANCE ~ "Congratulations on a superb performance on Saturday afternoon. That was the best three hours we have spent in a very long time. You all shine, in our eyes." ~ Jimmie & Joan Ma... [Read More]
SWEETEST SOUND ~ "Fiona: I've been looking for you and/or your music since I saw the end of a Public Television promotion in the US probably over a year ago. I never caught the name or I couldn't reme... [Read More]
TERRIFIC CD ! ~ "I'm looking for hints as to how to locate sheet music for 'Briar And The Rose' for my 84-year-old mother. She plays the piano and loves that piece sooo much! Great musicians! Terrifi... [Read More]
THANK YOU !! ~ "I still cannot get over the absolutely gorgeous music you play ! It really makes me so alive and whole, I just want to thank you: Ciarán, Fiona, Jimmy and Roseanne. You four are talent... [Read More]
THE BEST IN THE WORLD ~ "Hi. I'm Paul. I'm 16, from Ontario. I just wanted to say that you guys are the best Celtic singers in the world! PS: I love 'The Briar & The Rose'." ~ Paul C., Ontario
THE BRIAR & THE ROSE ~ "Dear Fiona: Thank you for the beautiful song that I heard you sing on 'This Morning'. I couldn't help but cry when I heard it. You are blessed with a lot of talent. Keep up the... [Read More]
THE CLARITY OF YOUR VOCALS ~ "Cottars: I thoroughly enjoyed your set at Irish Fest in Milwaukee (August, 2006). I also enjoyed your CD. I especially would like to compliment you on the clarity of your... [Read More]
THE MOTHER SHIP ~ "I used to think of THE COTTARS as being a lifeboat for our Scottish/Irish/Cape Breton musical culture. Upon reflection, I have revised that opinion. Now, I am sure that they are the... [Read More]
THE PERFECT PACKAGE ~ "Just a note of thanx for a most enjoyable weekend of music at Milwaukee's Irishfest (2006). For my part, as a performing musician myself, I can genuinely appreciate all that you... [Read More]
THEY'LL KNOCK YOUR SOCKS OFF ~ "The Cottars have so much talent! The vocals are crystal clear, and the harmonies are close. The instrumentals are lively. It's just an all around great album. Can't wai... [Read More]
TIMELESS ~ "I am probably the only person driving around in the Middle East with your CD 'Made In Cape Breton' wafting from my car CD-player. It is brilliantly crafted, energetic and TIMELESS. I hope ... [Read More]
TO ALLISTER: ~ "Father Boutlier, our parish priest, spent about three years in Scotland. He told me that a friend of his was at Buckingham Palace for a social event. Guess what? The band was playing '... [Read More]
TOOK MY BREATH AWAY ~ "I recently heard you interviewed by Shelagh Rogers on CBC Radio, and I was thrilled to learn of your existence and to hear some of your music. I was absolutely amazed by your be... [Read More]
TOOK OUR BREATH AWAY ! ~ "We have seen your children on 'The Barra MacNeils' Christmas Special' and again with John McDermott, and they took our breath away on both occasions. John McDermott is predic... [Read More]
U R MY IDOL ~ "My name is Katrina Currie. I am 13 years old and love the Gaelic language. I saw you show last nite, May 22/05, at The Playhouse in Fredericton. I was sitting on your right-hand side in... [Read More]
UNBELIEVABLE ~ "Fiona: I'm writing this from Ireland, as that is where I live. All around me there is Celtic music all the time: in my grandparents' or grand-aunt's or uncles; houses, on TV, and of co... [Read More]
UNBELIEVABLY TALENTED ~ "My name is Jean Marie, and I am an Irish dancer in Savannah, Georgia. In 2003, you and your band performed at St. Vincent's Academy and the Tara Feis. I'm writing to tell you ... [Read More]
WAS ASTONISHED ~ "Today on the internet I listened to some pieces of your new album, and I must say I was astonished. The sound is beautiful! It is certain I'm going to buy this CD. Here in the Nether... [Read More]
WAS STUNNED ~ "Hello Fiona. I was at your show in Denver, Colorado, and was stunned by how talented you and your brother and your friends were. I am 16 years old and am leaving for the army in January... [Read More]
WAS WOWED! ~ "I just want to say how much I enjoy your CD ('Made In Cape Breton'). I saw you with John McDermott last summer in Massachusetts and was wowed by your talent." ~ Gail Dierkes, St. Loui... [Read More]
WHAT A CANADIAN TREASURE! ~ "We just saw The Cottars in St. Thomas. What a tremendous group full of youthful energy and talent! Oh, what a Canadian treasure!" ~ D. Edwards, Ontario
WHAT A SHOW! ~ "I just watched your show tonight at the Napa Valley Opera House and WOW! What a show! The four of you are fantastic! I'm so impressed with your talent, presence, and versatility. I was... [Read More]
WHAT A TREAT ~ "Just heard your delightful interview with Shelagh Rogers on CBC. Your poise, maturity, and talent belie your years! What a treat! Well done." ~ Carolyn Clark, Stittsville, Ontario
WHAT WONDERFUL MUSIC ! ~ "Hi there, Cottars! Just picked up 'Made In Cape Breton' a couple of days ago. I've been playing it ever since! What wonderful music! You guys remind me why I fell in love wit... [Read More]
WONDERFUL MUSICIANS ~ "My lady and I got to listen to and meet you for a bit here in Grass Valley (California). We think you are wonderful musicians and nice kids — mature beyond your years. And we ho... [Read More]
WONDERFUL MUSIC ~ "Thanks for all the wonderful music. We have enjoyed Allister's songs for many years, and are so happy to see The Cottars doing so well. We have been great fans since seeing them per... [Read More]
WONDERFUL PERFORMANCE ~ "Hey Fiona! I'm sending this e-mail to you on behalf of basically the whole of Thayer Academy—when I say 'thank you' for the wonderful performance that you and the rest of your... [Read More]
WOW!! ~ "I just heard you on CBC Radio with Shelagh Rogers... Wow!! I had my radio on low in another room, and faintly heard your beautiful dulcet voices. I wasn't long turning the volume up. Absolute... [Read More]
WOW! ~ "Fiona: WOW — I just have to say that, seriously. I have The Cottars other two CD's and finally got the spare time to pick up 'Forerunner' — and just WOW! Each CD gets better and better. Your v... [Read More]
WOW! ~ "WOW was my first impression when I saw you singing. I was a student at the Thayer Concert in Quincy, Massachusetts. I'm going to search out all of your CD's, and I won't be surprised if you ma... [Read More]
YOU ARE AMAZING ~ "Just listened to your CBC interview—could not believe your ages after hearing those beautiful voices! You are amazing. Enjoy all the accolades!" ~ Maureen in Miramichi,
YOU ARE GREAT ~ "I just heard you guys on CBC talking with Shelagh Rogers and have to say that you are great! I'll be looking for your music, and hopefully will see you on TV sometime soon. Keep it up... [Read More]
YOU ARE GREAT ~ "I saw you on TV for the first time a few days ago and I think you are GREAT!!! Yes, indeed, you are the up-and-coming stars of the future. Any plans to come to New Brunswick? I live i... [Read More]
YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING ~ "Hey. My name is Jessica. I am from St. Stephen and I am 17-years old. I saw the concert in Fredericton at The Playhouse last night. You guys are amazing! I have been to both of... [Read More]
YOU GUYS ARE GREAT! ~ "I saw you with The Chieftains in Seattle, Washington. WOW!! You guys are great! I liked you so much that I went out and bought all 3 of your CD's at intermission, and I listened... [Read More]
YOU GUYS BLEW US AWAY! ~ "Saw The Chieftains last night (March 09/06) with you all as the special guest! WOW! You guys blew us away! Great music, great voices, great dancing! Made fans out of us! THAN... [Read More]
YOU HAVE AN AMAZING VOICE!!! ~ "Fiona: I live in a small, cold town in Quebec; it's about an hour from Montreal. I'm 16 and I love your music so much that I just recently went out and bought your 'For... [Read More]
YOU SHOULD FEEL PROUD ~ "I am sitting here listening to your CD, which I bought following your performance in Wolfville on Saturday, and have played it over and over. Your voices are so clear and beau... [Read More]
YOUR GROUP IS AMAZING ~ “A comment on your performance in Freeport (USA) over the summer: your group is so good! You have become one of my favourite groups and your CD occupies my CD player constantly... [Read More]
YOUR SHOW WAS OUTSTANDING ~ "My son and I saw you at Johnny D's in Somerville, MA, this week. Your show was outstanding, and your stage presence VERY impressive. We both loved the show. You should con... [Read More]