The New AM 740’s Scottish lad, Denis Snowdon was born and educated in Glasgow, Scotland and immigrated to Oakville in 1964. Bringing his roots to the airwaves, Denis launched A LITTLE BREATH OF SCOTLAND on CHWO which continues its success on The New AM 740. In October 2010, the show celebrated its 45th anniversary! The longevity of Denis’ show is an achievement that very few in the industry can match.
In recognition of this, Denis was inducted into the Quarter Century Club of the Canadian Association of Broadcasters in 1991, in recognition of his contribution to radio. Denis is the voice of the annual Fergus Tattoo. He also M.C’d the Skydome Tattoo in honour of Toronto’s 200th birthday, and was the narrator in the critically acclaimed Scottish Dance Company of Canada’s production, “Immrama”. For leisure, Denis travels and loves a good mystery novel. He lives in Oakville with his wife Denise and they have three children and four grandchildren.
For information on “A Little Breath of Scotland,” including artists, albums, songs and more, visit www.denissnowdon.com.
Denis Snowdon
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Hi Dennis,
Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed hearing the band play “The Maple
Leaf Forever” yesterday. What a lovely Canadian song, and what a shame
we never hear it anymore. We always sang it in Public School on Rememrance
day, and other holidays. I feel very sad that some traditions have gone
the way of the dodo bird. Keep up the good work.
Dodi
I Justwant to say that listening to Robert Wilson’s “So Deep is The Night” brought a tear to my eyes as my Mother used to play that tune on the piano. I was born in Motherwell and used to pass Robert Wilson’s
house on Hamilton road,Motherwell on my way to Dalziel High School
when I was about (14) years old a good number of years ago. Thankyou.
Best Wishes,
Iris MacDonald Mazakis
Hi! Thanks for making my Sunday afternoon drive home a pleasure. This is music you cannot hear anywhere else, and I love all the Scotish history you relay. Keep up the decades of great work! Dave Pacy, Sherman ny usa
Dear Denis, Love your show hope you can keep it up a wee while longer lol, My deceased husband Alex came over to Canada the w/e of 24th of May 1964 & Ive often wandered if you were on the same flight, he & another fellow Scot sat side to side with German lady & exchanged drinks as if? anyways they landed at Halifax to refuel they were both staggering but not the old lady, last Sunday on your mothers day show you played two versions of old Scots mither mine it was my hubby’s favorite when he was drunk, I know you lead a busy life but if would be so nice if you could let me know , back to your show bye for now
Denis.
My son called at 5PM saying you can listen to
A Little breath of Scotland on 949 rogers cable
Loud and in STERIO. His Mum is also very happy as she does’t
have to do a balancing act with the rabbit ears 22 floors up.
The last time I was at the Flying cloud to see Archie Fisher
You where there.Is Franf McCabe still around IMI Istruments.
An avid fan of Matt McGinn. Ask Jim Crawford.
Dear Denis,
I listen from NH.
I like your show and find that I like Scottish music
more appealing than most Irish music. I suppose being
part Scottish doesn’t hurt.
No offence to the very fine Irish people.
Keep it up. Change nothing.
Thanks,
E. G. Craig
Dancing around the kitchen with Donnie Monroe music
Thanks Dennis
Kath
Hi Dennis
Harder to leave a comment I notice – Thanks for playing the Rankins –
I love the song and anything “Jimmy” sings is fine with me
As always loved your show today – I never miss it on a Sunday – makes me feel most nostalgic – in a good way.
Kathy New
hi denis my dad was born in aberdeen he lived in canada when he was 13 years of age nov.8,2008 he was with the toronto scotish pipe band before he died he was with the highland creek pips and drums he was a brum instructor for duram college pipe band he retired from the toronto fire services pipe band. i would like to request a song for him northern light of aberdeen
thank-you
Hi Denis
A few weeks ago you played a tune by Alex Mckinnon with Norman Murray on drums. Norm was my wife Jean’s brother, He passed away several years ago and it was a real thrill to hear his name mentioned on your show.
We enjoy very much listening to “A Little Breath of Scotland” each week.
Bill Scott
Hi, Denis: Love your show and particularly enjoyed the tribute to the best of Scottish tenors, the late and great Kenneth McKellar. A man who was obviously content to have his career based in Scotland and even though internationally known, still preferred the “auld sod” before anywhere else. I was amazed to know that he had written scripts for Monty Python. Who knew?!
Speaking of Scottish Tenors, I would like to hear more of “Caledon” on your program, please. I saw them for the first time about 3 years ago in Toronto and thought they were excellent (an’ no bad-lookin’ either!). Anything by them would be appreciated but particularly would like to hear “500 Miles” (if this can’t be done by The Proclaimers), or “Road to Balquidder”. As well, would love to hear Kenneth McKellar singing “Ma Ain Folk”.
Thank you, Denis, for bringing a “little breath of Scotland” to us every Sunday. Lang may it continue.
Sincerely,
Beth Ernstberger
Enjoyed your show today. Didn’t catch the name of the artist who sang “Bring Back My Bonnie to Me.” Please let me know. Thanks.
Brenda
Dear Denis
There’s another verse to ” A wee Cock Sparrow” which we sang at our Campfires with the Skelmorlie Scouts (71st Ayrshire). It’s their 75th Anniversary this year.
“The wee boy said “Sir, you’ll hae tae excuse me”
(Repeat twice)
For the size of your nose and your coat’tails confused me!”
Kind regards
Alex McKinnon
Would like to post an Robbie Burns event:
34th Robbie Burns Dinner and Dance
Saturday February 6th, 2010
Listowel Legion Branch 259
Dance to FARE-ENUFF Legion Pipe Band at Intermission
Cocktails 6:00 PM Dinner 7:00 PM
Dancing 9:00 – 1:00 AM
Cost $ 25.00 per person
Call Legion at 519-291-2650 for tickets or contact Walter Prentise at
519-291-1042
Thank-you
Denis, a few weeks back you played “The Barren Rocks of Aden” Who was the artist?
Hello Mr Snowden,
I have enjoyed your show for many years. Today I throughly enjoyed your recitation of the Christmas poem. If possible I would love a copy of the poem. It brought back a lot of memories of days gone by !
Thanking you
Veronica Cassidy