Peggy Ann was born and raised on the Isle of Eriskay and is now based in South Uist with her husband and three children. Peggy Ann is one of the longest-serving members of the Ceòlas team - over the past 17 years, she has brought exceptional local knowledge, cultural insight, and practical experience to the organisation. Her work has included event co-ordination, community outreach, and support for festivals and workshops that celebrate Gaelic music, language, and heritage.

A respected and familiar figure across the islands, Peggy Ann plays an active role in community life, championing the everyday use of Gaelic and fostering intergenerational connections through cultural activities. She has volunteered on many local committees, including the local Fèis Tìr a' Mhurain committee and Daliburgh Parent Council.

In her recent appointment as Interim Operations Manager, Peggy Ann is honoured to step into a leadership role. She looks forward to guiding the organisation’s development and strengthening its impact in the community.

Lauren Anne MacLean, originally from Shawbost on the Isle of Lewis, is now based in North Uist. Immersed in traditional music from an early age, she has performed with various bands and plays instruments including the melodeon and piano.

Her passion for music and culture led her to study Audio Engineering at the SAE Institute in Glasgow, followed by a BA (Hons) in Gaelic and Education from Sabhal Mòr Ostaig. A qualified Gaelic primary teacher, Lauren Anne has taught in schools across Lewis and Uist, sharing her love of language, music and heritage with younger generations.

Lauren Anne is deeply committed to promoting Gaelic arts and education, bringing creativity and cultural authenticity to every project she undertakes, ensuring that our traditions continue to thrive for future generations.

Iain MacDonald hails from Glenuig, a small Gaelic-speaking village in Moidart on Scotland’s West Coast. He attended Queen Victoria School in Dunblane, where he studied piping under the guidance of Pipe Major John M. MacKenzie.

A pioneering figure in Gaelic arts, Iain co-founded Fir Chlis, Scotland’s first Gaelic theatre company, before embarking on a distinguished musical career. He spent nine years touring internationally with the acclaimed folk band Ossian, and also performed with Wolfstone and The Battlefield Band during the 1990s. His recording credits include The First Harvest, a duo album with Glenfinnan fiddler Iain MacFarlane.

Beyond music, Iain has an extensive background in theatre and film. He performed with companies such as 7:84 Scotland, contributed to landmark productions including Bill Bryden’s The Ship, and appeared as both actor and musician in various film projects.

As a producer, Iain has shaped the sound of contemporary Scottish traditional music, working on albums for leading artists such as Julie Fowlis, Kathleen MacInnes, Blazin’ Fiddles, Dàimh, and many others. His contributions were recognized in 2012 when he was inducted into the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame.

A dedicated educator, Iain has taught at universities and festivals worldwide, including Limerick University, Boston College, the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, and several campuses of the University of the Highlands and Islands. He has served as Artistic Director of Ceòlas for many years, continuing to inspire and nurture the vibrant musical and cultural life of the Hebrides and beyond.

Mary Ann Campbell is born and raised in South Lochboisdale, South Uist. She graduated from Sabhal Mòr Ostaig with a degree in Gaelic Language and Culture and has dedicated her career to promoting and sustaining the Gaelic language.

Her professional journey began with the renowned Tobar an Dualchais project, preserving and sharing Scotland’s oral heritage. She then spent 16 dedicated years with Comunn na Gàidhlig, where she worked extensively with young people across Uist, encouraging them to use Gaelic through a wide range of creative, sporting and cultural activities.

Mary Ann has a deep passion for Gaelic music and song, reflected in her long-standing involvement with the Ceòlas committee and her commitment to fostering strong cultural connections with Cape Breton.

Beyond her professional work, Mary Ann is an active volunteer, serving as a youth coach at Southend Football and Community Club. Her dedication to language, culture, and community continues to inspire those around her.

Originally from Glasgow, Yvonne moved to Uist with her young family, maintaining strong family ties to the islands. She studied Gaelic and Media at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig and has a rich musical background, having performed with various bands. Yvonne did highland dancing and played bagpipes with the Neilston Pipe Band, touring internationally at festivals and events, and also contributed pipes and backing vocals for the 1980s supergroup Fourgoodmen during their American tour supporting The Pretenders.
A highlight of her musical journey was performing at the renowned Celtic Colours Festival in Cape Breton. Yvonne’s passion for Gaelic language, music, and culture runs deep. She received the Gaelic Award for Biggest Contribution to Gaelic Language in Glasgow for her work with families, helping them access events and opportunities to speak Gaelic naturally in the city. Through her role at Ceòlas, she hopes to further develop her Gaelic skills and find inspiration to pick up her pipes once again, continuing her lifelong connection to Scotland’s vibrant traditions.

Ceiteag MacDonald has dedicated her career to promoting Gaelic language and culture across Uist. After studying Gaelic and Celtic Studies at the University of Aberdeen, she gained her teaching qualification from Jordanhill and spent over 20 years teaching in schools throughout Uist, including Sgoil Phaibil, Sgoil Staoinebrig, Sgoil an Iochdair, Sgoil Èirisgeidh, and Sgoil Dhalabroig.

Her passion for early years education led her to become manager of Cothrom Òg nursery, part of Cothrom – a vital community hub in the Middle District. Under her leadership, the nursery was elevated through her strong belief in Gaelic immersion, helping many of the islands’ families grow in confidence and fluency in the language.

Ceiteag’s commitment to arts and culture began early; at just 19, she started as an Art Tutor at Fèis Tìr A’ Mhurain and has supported the Fèis ever since, valuing the opportunities it offers children and its role in strengthening Gaelic. She served as chairperson of the local Fèis committee for over 10 years, before stepping down this year to dedicate her time and energy to her new post at Ceòlas.

Now serving as Gaelic Plan Officer, Ceiteag is delighted to help Gaelic grow and thrive from Eriskay to Berneray. Outside of work, she enjoys attending local dance clubs and inspiring creativity through popular children’s drama workshops. Married with three daughters, she lives in Bornais, continuing to champion community and culture at every opportunity.

Andrew is from Muir of Aird, Benbecula and his mother comes from the Macintosh family of Creagorry. He learned Gaelic through Gaelic Medium Education in Bun Sgoil Bhaile a’ Mhanaich and through his mothers’ side of the family. Having forgotten most of his Gaelic as a teenager, he starting learning the language again in his final year of school. Whilst at university, he started working with Ceòlas as part of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar’s Gaelic Student Place Scheme in 2021. He continued to work for Ceòlas remotely as Gaelic Social Media Officer alongside his studies at the University of St Andrews, studying for an MA(Hons) in Geography. After his undergraduate studies, he worked full time as Communications, Digital Marketing and Administration Officer, before returning to university. He is now studying for a Master's degree in Earth Observation and Geoinformation Management at the University of Edinburgh, and has returned to working part-time for Ceòlas remotely, supporting the organisation with over 4 years experience in Gaelic social media and marketing.

Through working at Ceòlas, he has become hugely passionate about Gaelic language and culture and has been inspired to take up step-dancing and Gaelic singing, performing with Còisir Ghàidhlig Bharraigh (Barra Gaelic Choir).