FALL SEASONBy George O'Brien
We usually think of the February - March period as the Green Season, but this Fall looks to be the busiest ever for the Celtic communities.
THUR - SEPT 23, 7:00 PM: CONCERT BY ANDY M STEWART AND GERRY O'BEIRNE AT IRISH CULTURAL CENTER (see accompanying article)
The legendary Scottish singer and song writer, Andy M Stewart and guitar great Gerry O'Beirne of County Claire will be at the Irish Cultural Center, 1106 N. Central Ave on Thursday, Sept 23rd starting at 7:00 pm. Opening for Stewart and O'Beirne will be Oceans Apart. For tickets, call 602-258-0109. www.azirish.com
THUR - SEPT. 30, 8:00 PM - SAW DOCTORS AT THE RHYTHM ROOM
After fifteen years on the road, the Saw Doctors have produced their first ever live CD and DVD entitled Live in Galway. Both the live CD and DVD were released in Ireland, the UK and the USA in March and are available in all good record and DVD stores. Both the live CD and the DVD are compiled from a famous concert in Galway, Ireland last July during the Galway Races.
What people are saying about the new CD/DVD, “Live in Galway”:
“The CD/DVD captures the band’s irresistible stage energy and suggests what Bruce Springsteen might have sounded like if he had grown up in Western Ireland writing less ambitious lyrics and catchier choruses”. Geoff Himes – Baltimore City Paper
“Catchy melodies, heartfelt lyrics and impeccably crafted songs – Live in Galway captures the Saw Doctors at their peak” Eileen Murphy – Irish Echo
For more information visit the band’s website at www.sawdoctors.com
Show info:
Tickets are $20 advanced & $22 at the door.
Time-8pm doors open, show time 9pm.
Box Office - (602) 265-4842
Rhythm Room is located at 1019 E. Indian School Rd
This is a 21 & Over show
www.rhythmroom.com
THUR - SEPT. 30, 8:00 PM - OLD BLIND DOGS AT BERGER CENTER
Berger Performing Arts Center
1200 W. Speedway
Tucson, AZReserved seats $19 advance/$22 door Antigone Books, Brew & Vine, CD City, Enchanted Earthworks Online Rhythm and Roots, more info 297-9133
FRI - OCT. 1, 8:00 PM OLD BLIND DOGS AT FLAGSTAFF ORPHEUM THEATER
Orpheum Theatre - Flagstaff
15 W Aspen Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
928-522-7052
928-774-7261
928-600-1365
Ticket Outlets:
Arizona Music Pro 115 E. Rte. 66
Animas Trading Co. 1 E. Aspen
Rainbow's End 12 E. Rte. 66 Ste. 101
Gopher Sounds 22 E. Rte. 66
Jitters Coffee 3504 E. Rte. 66
Cedar Music 1530 W. Riordan Ranch Rd. Ste. 4
Old Blind Dogs from Scotland. This is Scotland's hottest traditional band and gives a great show. ""One of the original cutting edge outfits in Scotland continuing new roots revival!"
"The skill, talent and verve with which they played, belied their laddishness and the crowd responded with thunderous applause. Folk is the new rock and roll." Shoots and Roots Festival, April 1999 (Evening News).
FRI. - OCT 1, 7:00 PM: CRASDANT CONCERT AT IRISH CULTURAL CENTER
The Crasdant with the great Welsh harpist Robin Huw Bowen will perform solo at the Irish on Friday, October 1st. "Robin Huw Bowen's influence on the worlds of Welsh folk music and harping has been far-reaching. Of the few harpists worldwide who can play the triple harp, he is the foremost professional now specialising solely in this particular field. He is recognized internationally as the leading exponent of the Welsh national instrument and ranks among the most important figures that Welsh traditional music has produced." For tickets, call 602-258-0109. www.azirish.com
SAT - SUN OCT 2-3: SHARLOTT HALL FOLK FESTIVAL PRESCOTT
This folk festival is one of the finest folk festivals of the year and always has a strong Irish/Celtic feel. It is held at the Sharlott Hall History Museum at 415 W. Gurley, Prescott, AZ. Sharlott Hall.
FRI - OCT 8:7:00 PM ANTHONY KEARNS CONCERT
Join renowned soloist, Irish tenor Anthony Kearns at his first solo appearance in Arizona. There is something for everyone in this program. Often labeled "The Voice of Eire", Anthony in five short years, has become recognized by many as Ireland's premier lyric tenor. His involvement with the Irish Tenors has made him an international star. Save $10.00 on advance tickets ordered before Setp 1st.
St. Thomas More Church, 6180 W. Utopia Rd. Glendale, AZ .
Concert
FRI OCT 8, 7:30 PM CHERISH THE LADIES
Ardrey Auditorium
NAU Campus, PO Box 5658, Flagstaff, AZ,
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
888-520-7214
www.flagstaffsymphony.org.Cherish the Ladies will performer with the Flagstaff Symphony. Tickets range between $28 to $37.
SAT OCT 9, 8:00 PM CHERISH THE LADIES CONCERT IN TUCSON
Temple of Music and Art
330 S. Scott Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701
520-622-2823
www.arizonatheater.orgFor Cherish the Ladies tickets, with their own dancers and guest dancers from the Bracken School, call the ATC Box Office at 520-622-2823. Tickets are also available on line at www.arizonatheatre.org, under Tucson tickets; special events and productions. Tickets are $25 and $22, with a $2 discount for seniors. There is a $6/order fee on line, so if you get more than 2 tickets, it's a good deal (no senior discount on line). Otherwise, call 622-2823 where there are lesser fees; ask for tickets to be mailed and they will be mailed at no extra charge. All seats reserved.
SUN, OCT 10, 7:30 PM CHERISH THE LADIES CONCERT IN SCOTTSDALE
Virginia G. Piper Theater
Scottsdale Center for the Arts
480-994-ARTS (2787)
7380 E. 2nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org.
Cherish the Ladies is one of the premier American based traditional Irish groups. This all woman group has played all over the world.
"Making music with friends and family is a timeless Irish tradition and there is no better time to celebrate traditions with your family than at Christmas. Cherish the Ladies, will share their Celtic versions of classic Christmas songs and introduce timehonored Irish tunes. Their close harmony and amazing instrumentals have made them one of the foremost Irish traditional music groups in the world. At times passionate, tender and rambunctious their music is performed with spirit, precision, wit and soul and is guaranteed to put everyone in the holiday spirit! The Library of Congress chose their first album, The Back Door, as Best Folk Album of the Year and as a result they received a grant to produce a tour from the National Endowment for the Arts. Their performance with The Boston Pops earned them a Grammy nomination". www.cherishtheladies.com
SAT OCT 16, 5:30 PM: PAN-CELTIC CEILIDH AT THE IRISH CULTURAL CENTER
The third annual Pan-Celtic Ceilidh is a dinner program with music, dance performances, and ceili/ceilidh dancing in the Irish, Scottish, and Welsh traditions. This event actively involves members of the different Celtic communities.
Irish Cultural Center, 1106 North Central Av., Phoenix 602-258-0109.- Dinner $35
- Ceilidh Only $10
- Under 12 $ 5
For ticket information, call 602-258-0109. www.azirish.com.
FRI OCT 22: 7:30 PM: FINTAN MULLAN - RESEARCHING YOUR SCOTS-IRISH ANCESTORS
How do you go about tracing your Irish ancestors? Where do you begin, and is it even possible? Many people not familiar with Irish research may have heard the myth that Irish genealogy is difficult if not impossible. Nothing could be further from the truth. Ireland has some superb historical records, in some instances, records that are unique in Western Europe. Irish history is a woven fabric made up of historical documentation, oral tradition, sense of place and of identity, of belonging, and of loss. It may not always be straightforward but with a practical approach and a sound foundation, the experience can be a life-enhancing journey of discovery.
Researching your Scots-Irish Ancestors presented by Fintan Mullan, sponsored by The Irish American Cultural Institute and Dave Tierney at the Irish Cultural Center .
Fintan Mullan is Executive Director of Ulster Historical Foundation. He was educated at Queen's University Belfast and has a bachelor's degree in Irish Politics and Philosophy and a Masters Degree in Organisation and Management. Fintan has been with the Foundation for nine years. He is also currently a director of Irish Genealogy Limited and the Irish Family History Foundation.
A donation of $6 at the door requested. Please RSVP to the Irish Cultural Center at
(602) 258-0109..
FRI, OCT 22 TO SUN OCT 24, PHOENIX IRISH FEIS AT ST PAUL'S CHURCH
The Phoenix Irish Feis will be Oct 22 -24 at St. Paul's Church, 330 W. Coral Gables, in Phoenix. Adult competition will be Friday evening . Regular competition starts at 8:00 am on Sat and Sun. Championship dancing is on Sunday. The Phoenix Irish Feis is one of the last compeitions prior to the Regional championships and draws elite dancers from all over. www.phoenixfeis.org.
SUN OCT 24 - IRISH FOUNDATION FALL PICNIC - IRISH CULTURAL CENTER1106 N. Central, Phoenix. 602-258-0109.
The Irish Foundation picnics are family events that include entertainment for the children and usually have a seisiun. They will sell hamburgers and hotdogs. Everyone is welcome and admission is free.
SUN, OCT 31, 10AM-6PM: THE 4TH ANNUAL ARIZONA IRISH FESTIVAL
Irish Cultural Center
1106 North Central Avenue (Margaret T. Hance Park)
Adults $10 kids 6-12 $1 & under 6 FREE!
Kids who dress in their Halloween costume will receive FREE ADMISSION!Two stages of Live Music
Irish Dancing
Massed Pipe Bands
Irish and Craft Booths
Children's Fair
Gaelic Football Match
Tug of War Compeition.
Food Court and Beer GardenBook Of Kells Exhibit
Irish Basket making out of Willow
Irish Tea & Soda bread
Research the part of Ireland your family originates and how you can lay down your Arizona Irish Roots!
SAT NOV 1 - TUCSON HIGHLAND GAMES - RILLITO DOWNS Rilliot Downs, 4502 N. First, Tucson, AZ 85718
www.tucsoncelticfestival.org/Food, entertainment, vendors, dancing, music, bagpipe bands, demonstrations, clan tents, children's activities, and athletic competitions. Starts at 9:00 A.M.
FRI NOV 12 - ALEX BEATON CONCERT - IRISH CULTURAL CENTER
Irish Cultural Center, 1106 North Central Av., Phoenix 602-258-0109. www.azirish.com
$15.Alex is the Scottish balladeer par-excellence. A glorious voice, delivered with ease and plenty of humor. Len and Kathy Wood will pipe us in!
According to Atlanta Celtic Twilight: "Alex was born in Glasgow, Scotland, and began his professional career with the Cumberland Three, one of Britain's most popular folk singing acts of the sixties. He launched his solo career in New York in 1968. In 1974, he won the International American Song Festival. During the years, he has recorded more than thirteen albums and hosted two full-length musical travelogue videos of Scotland. Although he enjoyed personal success as an entertainer, he founded Glenfinnan Music Ltd. and began to open a market for the traditional singer at the Highland Games that can be found all over the continent, wherever there are people of Scottish heritage."
www.alexbeaton.com/
SAT NOV 20 TO SUN NOV 21 DEVONSHIRE RENAISSANCE FAIRE
Times: 10:00am to 5:00pm Saturday & Sunday
Location: Los Olivos City Park, 2802 E Devonshire Street, Phoenix AZ 85016
(1 block North of Indian School Road on 28th Street)
Prices: $5.00 - Admission
5 And Under Free!The Denvonshire Renaissance Faire is a festival where people dress in Renaissance period dress and present crafts, music, sword fighting, etc. This festival features a number of Irish bands and dancers.
www.devonshirefaire.com (602) 246-2125
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