Hey, this is so interesting! Sounds from what everyone has been saying that cellos were quite a common feature of traditional music in the "english speaking" world appart from Ireland. What about Canada/Nova Scotia? I have two close friends who are pipers (scottish small pipes by Hamish Moore) I wonder if that combination has been explored much. The Hamish Moore Recording Stepping on the Bridge (refered to at the begining of the thread) which I believe was recorded there certainly shows the potential.

I hope to be returning to Whitby tonight.(Mother in Hospital but stable!)Plan to spend a little time on the Bridge Music stand exploring the possibilities of electronic pipes played with Electric Cello with the addition of a few well chosen effects pedals. Should turn a few heads!!!!!

Once again, thanks for all the suggestions, keep em comming.