RYAN MACNEIL was brought up with the Celtic music traditions of Cape Breton. He is a family member of “The Barra MacNeils” and performs with them on a regular basis. He also performed with the Celtic fusion band “Slainte Mhath” and Irish fiddler “Liz Doherty” throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Ryan has appeared on Great Big Sea’s television special and CBC’s “The Chieftains in Canada.” In 2007, he performed with The Chieftains on their U.S. Tour.