Kolten MacDonell

Kolten MacDonell

Kolten MacDonell is a fiddler, step dancer, and piano player from Glencoe, Cape Breton. He began playing music at a young age, influenced by many local teachers, including Stephanie Wills, Brenda Stubbert and Jerry Holland. Kolten has played for ceilidhs and dances throughout Cape Breton, and is also in demand as a teacher. He has taught piano accompaniment and step dancing workshops for several years at the Gaelic College in St. Ann’s, Ceilidh Trail School of Celtic Music, and Boston Harbor Scottish Fiddle School. In addition to playing music, Kolten completed undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from St. Francis Xavier University. In 2011, he received the National Health Innovation Award from the Health Council of Canada.

Upcoming Events

Square Dance in West Mabou

Square Dance in West Mabou

West Mabou Hall

Here’s your chance at a slice of life experienced by jumping in on the action at a square dance! A common part of the Cape…

June 28, 2025
9:00 pm - 12:00 am

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Pub Night at the Doryman

Pub Night at the Doryman

Doryman Pub & Grill

A KitchenFest! experience isn't complete without a big night at the Doryman! Dig into some local cuisine, bask in the beauty of this waterside village,…

June 30, 2025
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

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Afternoon Pub at the Baddeck Legion

Afternoon Pub at the Baddeck Legion

Baddeck Legion

It's always a good time at the Baddeck Legion, one of KitchenFest!'s regular locales. At a pub gathering, you can expect lively tunes, sweet sing-alongs,…

July 1, 2025
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Blas Math Lunchtime Céilidh

Blas Math Lunchtime Céilidh

Colaisde na Gàidhlig | The Gaelic College – MacKenzie Hall

Tap your toes to the sounds of live music when you join us for lunch! Swing by for a delicious daily special from the kitchen…

July 2, 2025
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm

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Masters Piano Concert at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Masters Piano Concert at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

To celebrate the launch of the brand new Betty Lou Beaton School of Piano, join us for a special concert at the Celtic Music Interpretive…

July 3, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

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