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AIMS News and Notes 4-1-2009 Arizona Irish Music Society
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The Irish Cultural Center is at 1106 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Out And About
--- First Friday On April 3rd
--- Its Not Too Late To Join The Academy Of Celtic Studies
--- Easter Rising Commemoration On Sun Apr 12
2. Memo From Inis
3. MEMO FROM THE KNOCKABOUTS
4. Oceans Apart Bulletin
5 News From Celtic Crossing
6. Gaelic Storm At Chandler Center On Sat Apr 18
7. Celtic Woman Concert At Dodge Theater On Thur, April 23
8. April 16-19 2009 - Comhaltas Convention In St. Louis!
9. This Week In Irish Music

1. OUT AND ABOUT
--- FIRST FRIDAY ON APRIL 3RD
Join us on Friday, April 3 for Chef Hand's spring salad, whiskey/amaretto pot roast with herb roasted potatoes and chocolate cake.
Dennis Hill is our artist for April.
His great grandfather was Jesse Sanders, whose large family settled around Taylor, Texas, they were known as the fighting Sanders. He came from around the Dublin area of Ireland. He was quite wealthy, arriving in Mississippi, and wanting to be accepted, he gave his large chest full of silver to the confederate army for supplies, since they lost the war, wealthy, he no longer was. Dennis was born and raised in Austin, Texas. He retried from the Austin Police Department as a Detective after 25 years in Law Enforcement. He has been painting about 18 years. He studied with the late grand master A.D.Greer, also with well known Texas artist's Larry Prellop, and Rick Patterson. He does oil on canvas, landscapes, seascapes, and westerns. As a professional Actor, Mr. Hill is a member of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG), the American Federation of Television and Radio Artist (AFTRA), having done feature films, and television, to name just a couple: "Friday Night Lights","Redheaded Stranger","The Secret She Carried", and "The Sarah Silverman Program". Email is dhill@frontiernet.net.
We are expecting a strong turnout of musicians for the seisiun.
--- ITS NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN THE ACADEMY OF CELTIC STUDIES
Classes begin on Mon, April 6
The cost for music and language classes is $90.00 for the 9 week term. Private lessons are available in 30 or 60 minute time slots. The cost for private lessons is $15.00 per 30 minute class and $30.00 per 60 minute class. It is not too late to join the academy students! For further information, please call (602) 254-6094. Its not too late register for a prorated rate.
The 3rd Saturday of most months, we offer Ceili dance lessons. This is a 2 hour dance-intensive workshop, geared towards both beginning and advanced dancers of all ages. Cost is $16.00 for adults and $2.00 for children under 12. Call Mary at 602-258-0109. Class days and times vary, and can usually be adjusted to suit your schedule.
Classes offered:
5-String Banjo (Clawhammer)
5-String Banjo (Scruggs Style)
Accordion
Bagpipes
Banjo (Irish Tenor)
Bodhran
Ceili Dance
Fiddle
Guitar
Harp
Irish Language
Irish Step Dancing
Mandolin
Music Theory
Piano/Keyboard
Pipe Band Drumming
Slow Seisiun
Welsh Language
Whistle/Flute
--- EASTER RISING COMMEMORATION ON SUN APR 12
On Easter Sunday, April 12, 2009, the Irish Cultural Center will be presenting our annual Easter Rising Remembrance at 1:00 pm. This multi media presentation will be narrated by Jim Daugherty with musical accompaniment by Jane Hilton and Shay Veno. Unlike previous years, this year there will NOT be a Catholic Mass spoken in Irish. Plan to join the community for this historical and now traditional presentation. Irish tea and soda bread will be available at the break. Volunteers are still needed, please contact Jim Daugherty at djr9@msn.com or call the Center at (602) 258-0109.

2. MEMO FROM INIS
Hi George!
Here are our Inis Lis Doon Varna Sunday (12-3) performance dates:
4/5
4/19
5/3
6/14
6/28
Thank you!
Colleen Collins
Inis

3. MEMO FROM THE KNOCKABOUTS
Hi George
The Knockabouts will be at Charly's Pub on Saturday, April 4th at 9PM. The Knockabouts are also the feature Celtic band for the Durango Bluegrass Meltdown. The event runs from April 17 - 19 and we are playing on the 18th. For more info please visit www.durangomeltdown.com
Thanks
John
www.Knockabouts.org

4. OCEANS APART BULLETIN
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http://www.oceansapartmusic.com
http://www.youtube.com/OceansApartMusic
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April 2009
---- News ----
April is a good time for Celtic music: The month of saints is behind us and the travelling months are yet to come. A good time to put everything in order for the summeer festivals. More about that later but for now...
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1ST [9:30AM - 10:15AM]
With Phoenix Irish Step Dancers!
International Festival
Glendale Community College
6000 W. Olive Ave.
Glendale AZ 85302
http://www.gccaz.edu/news/13576.htm
SATURDAY, APRIL 4TH [6:00 PM - 9:30 PM]
Tartan Night!
Celtic Crossings' Pub
3250 Gateway Blvd,
Gateway Mall, Prescott
AZ 86303
(928) 443-8454
http://www.ccpub.biz/
WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY, APRIL 15TH - 17TH
Residency workshops and student concert
Tonalea Elementary School
6801 E Oak St, Scottsdale, AZ
(480) 484-3600
APRIL 23RD. [7:15PM -8:30PM]
Scots of the West Valley
Palmbrook Country Club
9850 Greenway
Sun City
For more information on the band, please go to:
http://www.oceansapartmusic.com
http://www.youtube.com/OceansApartMusic

5. NEWS FROM CELTIC CROSSING
Hi George Here's an update for
Celtic Crossings Pub
April 3 Karl Jones 7pm
April 4 Oceans Apart 6:30 pm
April 17 Iain Wallinck 7pm
April 24 Vyktoria Pratt Keating 6:30pm
Thanks Maggie
www.celticcrossingspub.com/calendar.html

6. GAELIC STORM AT CHANDLER CENTER ON SAT APR 18
Gaelic Storm
Saturday, April 18, 2009 8pm
Chandler Center for the Arts
250 North Arizona Avenue Chandler, AZ 85225
480-782-2680
$24, $28 & $32
http://chandlercenter.org/performances/0409.html#anchor_gaelic_storm
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One listen to the infectious drumming and swinging fiddle of the fast spitting opener Scalliwag, and you won’t be able to resist the invitation to “Come on and wade way out into the water with me, we’re drowning on dry land.” In 1997, Gaelic Storm was catapulted out of their formative pub haunts by an appearance in the blockbuster film Titanic. Since its inception nearly ten years ago, Gaelic Storm continues to broaden the musical horizons of the Celtic music genre by creating compelling originals and fresh arrangements steeped in Irish traditional melody and acoustic instrumentation combined with their unique blend of world rhythms.
“The steerage musicians from the movie "Titanic" exhibit high energy, brash wit and know how to sing well about drinking. Though the players come from all over the English-speaking world, the sound is unmistakably, exuberantly Irish.” - L.A. Daily News
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Just Released:
Gaelic Storm's new album "What's The Rumpus?" debuted at #1 on the
Billboard World Chart after its first week on sale!!
The new album also posted at #5 on the Internet Chart (behind Coldplay and Beck BUT AHEAD of John Mayer and Billy Joel!), as well as #25 on the Independent Album Chart. As many of you already know, Gaelic Storm release their records through their own independent label, Lost Again Records - making this accomplishment that much sweeter.

7. CELTIC WOMAN CONCERT AT DODGE THEATER ON THUR, APRIL 23
Thursday 04/23/09 at 7:30 PM
Dodge Theatre
Phoenix, AZ All Ages
Thursday 04/23/09 at 7:30 PM
Dodge Theatre
PhoeniX
ISLE OF HOPE TOUR
Rehearsals and pre-production are well under way for the Celtic Woman Isle of Hope tour. Come and experience Celtic Woman’s most magical production yet, featuring brand-new renditions of “Fields of Gold” and “Have I Told You Lately That I Love You,” as well as an original anthem by Brendan Graham, writer of “You Raise Me Up.” Musical Director David Downes has composed stunning new music for the 19 member ensemble featuring the wonderful voices of Celtic Woman—Chloë, Lisa, Lynn and Alex and the energetic musical inventiveness of Celtic violinist, Máiréad. The show will also feature cornerstone favorites such as “The Sky and the Dawn and the Sun,” “Danny Boy,” and “Spanish Lady,” among others.
The Isle Of Hope tour will dazzle the eye, enchant the ear and stimulate both the mind and the heart. Click here for tour dates and information on how to get your tickets to the show.
We cannot wait to share this musical experience with all of you! http://www.celticwoman.com/trellis/isle_of_hope
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David Downes is a graduate of Trinity College Dublin, where he studied music and composition.Performing credits include concerts in Carnegie Hall, Boston Symphony Hall, Wembley Arena, and on Capitol Hill, Washington DC, appearing with among others, James Galway, Alan Stivell, Boyzone, The Washington Symphony, Moravian Philharmonic, Hollywood Studio Symphony, and National Symphony Orchestras. Recording credits as soloist include Michael W. Smith, Michael Crawford, Clannad, Moya Brennan, and Bill Whelan.
www.celticwoman.com/trellis/isle_of_hope

8. APRIL 16-19 2009 - COMHALTAS CONVENTION IN ST. LOUIS!
St. Louis Irish Arts
www.slia.org
7480 Whitehaven Drive St. Louis MO 63123 314.849.1662
info@slia.org
Convention Registration: $175*
includes...
?Four Céilithe
?All Star Clare Céilí Band
?The Banks Céilí Band from St. Louis MO
?Ceoltóirí na Sionnaine from Munster, Ireland
? Set dancing with Ultan Mulcahy from Ireland
?Fabulous Workshops - See Below for Listing
?Youth Events including Siamsa na nÓg
?Sightseeing Tours of St. Louis
?Banquet Show
?Much More
Click here for Online Registration
http://www.slia.org/comhaltasconvention2009.html
*For mail-in registration paying via check or money order in U.S. Dollars. On-line registration includes a convenience fee.
April 16-19, 2009 St. Louis, Missouri
Workshops
Advanced Fiddle -Randall Bays, James Kelly
Intermediate Fiddle - Niamh Keegan
Flute - Leo McNamara, Denise O’Connell
Button Accordian - James Keane, Marie Rafferty
Piano Accordion - Kelly Winter
Harp - Eileen Gannon, Ciara Ryan
Piano Accompaniment - Barbara Magone MacDonald
Piano - Brian Sullivan
Concertina - Gearóid O’hAllmhuráin, Brid Hill
Recitation - PJ Gannon -
Storytelling -Jackie O’Connor -
Bodhran Chris Weddle -
Drums - Toby Kavanagh
Banjo - Brian Scannell
Whistle - Cliona Keegan
Irish Language - Brian O’hAirt, Ciara Gleeson -
Irish Singing - Annmarie Kavanagh,Lena Bean Uí Shé
English Singing - Tadgh Maher
Step Dancing - Liam Guinney
Sets/Ceili Dancing - Ultan Mulcahy, John Ryan and Aoife Moloney
All Weekend - -Youth Hospitality Suite
Friday April 16th
-Youth Field Trip - Sightseeing Tour -Youth Céilí
Saturday April 17th
-Youth Performances All Afternoon!
-The First Performance of Siamsa na nÓg with Ceoltóirí na Sionnaine
-Workshops
The Gateway to Irish Music, Song and Dance
Schedule
Thursday, April 16, 2009
7:30 p.m. Nightlife Tour
7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Registration
8 p.m. – 12 a.m. Opening Céilí
Friday, April 17, 2009
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Registration
10 a.m. – noon Regional Meetings
1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Provincial Meeting
6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Set Dance Workshop
9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Céilí
Saturday, April 18, 2009
8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Package Group Breakfast
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Registration
9:30 a.m. – noon Céilí Dance Workshop
10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Taste of St. Louis Tour
10 a.m. – noon. Music Workshops
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Package Group Luncheon
1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Set Dance Workshop
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Music Workshops
7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Banquet
10 p.m. – 1 a.m. Céilí Mor
Sunday, April 19, 2009
9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Irish Mass
10 a.m. – noon Package Group Brunch
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Set Dance Workshop &
Farewell Céilí
DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF ST. LOUIS
Taking a cue from our founding fathers, St. Louis’ pioneer spirit continues to motivate and inspire residents and visitors alike. From the soaring Gateway Arch to the heartfelt strains of a blues guitar, St. Louis stirs the soul and stimulates the endless possibilities of the mind.
We invite you to become part of the magic at the annual convention for Comhaltas North America. St. Louis Irish Arts, Inc., and its partners are proud to host the 2009 North American Convention of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, featuring The Banks Céilí Band, the All-Star Clare Céilí Band and Ceoltóirí na Sionnaine.
This program is made possible through the support of:
• Smurfit Stone Chair of Irish Studies, Center for International Studies, University of Missouri-St. Louis
• Regional Arts Commission (RAC) COMHALTAS CEOLTÓRÍ ÉIREANN
2009 North American
Provincial Convention
St. Louis, Missouri
Hosted by St. Louis Irish Arts
For more information or questions
please email; comhaltasconvention2009@slia.org
For more information or questions
comhaltasconvention2009@slia.org
Airport Transportation Options**
Trans Express Shuttle Services
Service is available every 20 minutes from Lambert International Airport.
Cost: $16/person one way; $25/person round trip.
www.transexpress-stl.com
MetroLink
Light rail system, airport to downtown, is a 20-minute ride.
Exit “Stadium” Metrollink station.
Cost: $3.25 one way.
www.metrostlouis.org
Taxi service
Lambert International Airport to downtown St. Louis. Cost: Approximately $45 one way.
** Transportation prices subject to change SHIRTS FOR PRE-ORDER
Embroidered Polo Shirts are available for pre-order. You may order the shirts on the registration page here http://www.slia.org/conventionregistration.html
Shirts are $25 each if Pre-Ordered. Buy now and save $5 because they will be $30 at the convention. Shirts may be picked up at the SLIA shop on the weekend of the convention.

9. THIS WEEK IN IRISH MUSIC
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PHOENIX
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Michael McClanathan will play the pipes each day at sunset at the Westin Kirland.
WED
Oceans Apart will be at Glendale Community College on Wed morning
Paul Knight will be at Into the Bean on Wed evening.
Trevor Jones will be at Murphy’s Law on Wed evening
Smoot Mahooty with Brid Dower will be at Rosie McCaffrey’s on Wed
FRI/SAT
The Brazen Heads will be at the Dubliner on Fri and Sat
Fibber Magee’s will host Walken on Fri and Sat
Murphy’s Law will host Along for the Ride on Fri and Freddy Thunder on Sat
Biffo’s will be at O’Donoghues’s on Fri and Sat
Rosie McCaffrey’s will host There is That on Fri and Sat
Rula Bula will host Shawn Johnson on Fri and Sat
Skeptical Chymist will ost Kyle Phelan on Fri and the Insomnicas on Sat.
Tim Finnegan’s will host the Insomniacs on Fri.
The Turf will host the Jump Back Brothers on Fri
SAT/SUN
Inis will play on Sun afternoon at Lis Doon Varna on Sun.
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FLAGSTAFF
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The Knockabouts will be at Charley’s on Sat.
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PRESCOTT
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Celtic Crossings will host Karl Jones on Fri and Oceans Apart on Sat.
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SEDONA
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Karl Jones will be at the Oak Creek Brewing Co on Thursday
Kal Jones will be at the Martini Bar on Sat.

1. PHOENIX

Dubliner Irish Pub
3841 E. Thunderbird Rd.    Phoenix    602-867-0984

4/1/2009 Wed 9:00 PM Scott Jeffers

4/3/2009 Fri 9:00 PM Brazen Heads

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM Brazen Heads

Fibber Magees
1989 W. Elliott Rd. #19    Chandler    480-722-9434

4/3/2009 Fri 9:00 PM Walken

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM Walken

Glendale Community College
6000 W Olive Ave    Glendale    623-845-3000

4/1/2009 Wed 9:30 AM Oceans Apart

Into the Bean
1710 W. Southern Ave    Mesa    480-890-0579

4/1/2009 Wed 7:00 PM Paul Knight

Lis Doon Varna
16100 N. Arrowhead    Peoria    623-979-0730

4/3/2009 Fri 9:00 PM Waters

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM Waters

4/5/2009 Sun 12:00 Inis

Murphy's Law
58 S San Marcos Place    Chandler    480-812-1588

4/1/2009 Wed 8:00 PM Trevor Jones

4/3/2009 Fri 9:00 PM Along for the Ride

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM Freddy Thunder

O'Donoghue's Irish Pub
20469 N. Hayden Rd.    Scottsdale    480-585-6329

4/3/2009 Fri 9:00 PM Biffos (O'Carroll's Gate)

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM Biffos (O'Carroll's Gate)

Rosie McCaffrey's
906 E. Camelback    Phoenix    602-241-1916

4/1/2009 Wed 9:00 PM Smoot Mahooty With Brid Dower

4/3/2009 Fri 9:00 PM There Is That

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM There Is That

Rula Bula
401 S. Mill Ave    Tempe    480-929-9500

4/3/2009 Fri 9:00 PM Shawn Johnson

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM Shawn Johnson

Skeptical Chymist
15688 N. Pima Ftw    Scottsdale    480-609-8677

4/3/2009 Fri 9:00 PM Kyle Phelan

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM Insomniacs

Tim Finnegans
9201 N. 29th Ave. #52    Phoenix    602-997-2323

4/3/2009 Fri 9:00 PM Insomniacs

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM TBA

Turf
705 N. First St.    Phoenix    602-296-5043

4/3/2009 Fri 9:00 PM Jump Back Brothers

3. FLAGSTAFF

Charly's Pub and Grill
23 N Leroux St    Flagstaff    928-779-1919

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM Knockabouts

4. PRESCOTT

Celtic Crossings
3250 Gateway Blvd -    Prescott    928-443-8454

4/3/2009 Fri 7:00 PM Karl Jones - Irish Rover

4/4/2009 Sat 7:00 PM Oceans Apart

5. SEDONA

Martini Bar
89A at New Frontiers    Sedona

4/4/2009 Sat 9:00 PM Karl Jones - Irish Rover

Oak Creek Brewing Co
2050 Yavapai Drive    West Sedona    928-204-1300

4/2/2009 Thu 7:00 PM Karl Jones - Irish Rover

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