The Beaton family brings their legendary sound home—this is one afternoon you don’t want to miss.

🎻 Kinnon Beaton

A living tradition in motion, Kinnon Beaton is one of Cape Breton’s most respected fiddlers and composers. Born into the heart of Mabou’s musical legacy, Kinnon began playing in the 1960s and never looked back. With over 900 original compositions, six albums, and four tune books to his name, his music is both a tribute to the old ways and a gift to new generations. His style blends powerful rhythm with graceful melody—played from the soul, never just the sheet. On any given night, you’ll find him seated beside his greatest musical partner: his wife, Betty Lou.

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🎹 Betty Lou Beaton

Cape Breton piano accompaniment has a heartbeat—and her name is Betty Lou Beaton. A gifted player since childhood, Betty learned to play entirely by ear, developing an intuitive, percussive style that drives dancers to their feet. Her piano has echoed in halls across North America and overseas, accompanying generations of fiddlers with precision and heart. She's not just the backbone of the Beaton musical legacy—she's its grounding force. Whether teaching, touring, or performing with family, Betty Lou brings grace, groove, and Cape Breton grit to every set.

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🏆 Andrea Beaton

Fiddle fire runs in the blood, and Andrea Beaton carries that flame with fierce joy. Daughter of Kinnon and Betty, Andrea is an internationally acclaimed fiddler, step dancer, composer, and recording artist. Her music is rooted in the island’s deep traditions, yet her phrasing, energy, and presence make it entirely her own. With seven albums, tune books, an ECMA, and a global touring resume, Andrea is both torchbearer and trailblazer. When she plays, you don’t just hear the legacy—you feel it dance.
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