ARIZONA IRISH MUSIC SOCIETY
AIMS NEWS AND NOTES
AIMS News and Notes 10-29-2005
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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The Expanded Irish Cultural Center Gift Shop run by Pat & Patty McCrossan, the former proprietors of Ireland's Own, is now open from 10:30 am until 6 pm Tuesday through FRI and from 10:30 am until 3 pm on SAT. It will also be open for any ICC special events. Call (602) 254-6094.
602-258-0109 www.azirish.org
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Out and About
--- Four Shillings Short At Lis Doon Varna On Sat Afternoon
2. Cherish The Ladies At Scottsdale Center Thur, Oct 30
1. OUT AND ABOUT
--- FOUR SHILLINGS SHORT AT LIS DOON VARNA ON SAT AFTERNOON
Four Shillings Short will continue the Irish Acoustic Music Showcase series this Sat as an introduction to Sunday night’s program at the ICC. The Showcase is designed to feature Irish acoustic musicians. On Nov 8th the performers will be the Strand and Nov 15th will be Trotter’s Wake. Every show begins at 1:00 PM with the second set featuring the Lis Donn Varna Players.
--- TEADA CHRISTMAS SHOW IN TUCSON ON NOV 29
I haven’t received the press release, but Teada will return to Arizona with their Christmas Show including a show at Fox Theater in Tucson on Sat., Nov 29
One of the performers featured in this show is Cara Dillon. Cara is one of the top female vocalists coming out of Ireland. 520-547-3040
Fox Theater 17 W Congress Tucson 520 624 1515
---- IRISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS NOV 7-8
Irish”You a Merry Christmas Christmas Holiday Gift & Bake Sale
A two (2) day event beginning on a November, Friday evening
and all day Saturday
Friday, November 7th, 2008 6 PM - 9 PM
Saturday, November 8th, 2008 10 AM - 5 PM
Our goal is to make this an annual event
and bring out the best of the best in the Irish community!
Irish You a Merry Christmas ~ Holiday Gift and Bake Sale
will be held in the Great Hall
at the Irish Cultural Center ~ 1106 N Central Ave.,Phoenix.
2. CHERISH THE LADIES AT SCOTTSDALE CENTER THUR, OCT 30
Oct 30th - Thur evening at
7:300 P.M. $38
Named after a traditional Irish jig, Cherish the Ladies initially won recognition as the first and only all-women, Irish-American traditional Celtic band. In a relatively short time, the group's members soon established themselves as musicians and performers without peer. With their unique blend of virtuosi instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing, this powerhouse group combines all the facets of Irish traditional culture and puts them forth in an immensely humorous and entertaining package. Cherish the Ladies has been chosen "Best Musical Group of the Year" by the BBC and has recorded a dozen highly acclaimed albums, including the Grammy-nominated Celtic Album, a collaboration with the Boston Pops Symphony.
When describing Cherish the Ladies – the critics say it best…
“It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn’t enjoy what they do”, the Boston Globe,
“An astonishing array of virtuosity”, the Washington Post, “Expands the annals of Irish music in America…the music is passionate, tender and rambunctious”, The New York Times - and for over two decades, Cherish the Ladies have proven themselves worthy to live up to these accolades and in doing so have become one of the most engaging ensembles in the history of Irish music.
They have grown from a one-time concert concept to an Irish traditional music sensation, literally the most successful and sought-after Irish-American group in Celtic music. Organized by folklorist/musician Mick Moloney and sponsored by the Ethnic Folk Arts Center and the National Endowment for the Arts, they began as a concert series featuring the brightest lights in Irish traditional music.
3. FOUR SHILLINGS SHORT AT ICC ON SUN EVENING
On Sunday, November 2, 2008 The Irish Cultural Center located at 1106 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004 will be presenting FOUR SHILLINGS SHORT
on a return engagement at the Center to celebrate the Celtic holiday of Samhain. The ancient Celts saw Samhain as the beginning of the year, or just one turning point among others in the cycle of the seasons, Samhain is still largely regarded as the Celtic New Year in the living Celtic cultures. The concert will start at 6 pm Admission is $10..00
The Celtic, Folk and World music duo Four Shillings Short are just what California and Ireland sound like when they're married together with the influences of India and the Renaissance. Living as modern day gypsies on a perpetual tour since 1997, the duo of Aodh Og O'Tuama from Cork in Ireland and Californian Christy Martin.
With a wide array of instruments including hammered dulcimer, tinwhistle, mandolins, North Indian Sitar, Renaissance woodwinds, percussion and vocals, Four Shillings Short "bring a fascinating mix of material, spirit and wit to the stage." (Dave Humphreys/Two Way Street Coffee House, Downers Grove, IL).
“A California duo you must see to believe. The arrangements of this husband-wife team are utterly delightful, filled with traditional instruments of both Celtic and Eastern Indian cultures and the familiar sound of American folk. Four Shillings Short is a band riddled with child’s play, yet rich in the wisdom of old-timers who know better than to take themselves too seriously. Their musical virtuosity makes old songs sound new and new songs sound like time-worn Celtic spells.” (City Pages, Wausau WI)
They "stretch the boundaries of folk music. Their music is a delight, performance style unexpected and their instrumentation is a kick." (Phil Shapiro/Bound for Glory/Ithaca, NY)
MORE INFO ON OUR WEB PAGE: www.fourshillingsshort.com
For further information, please call (602) 258-0109 or check www.azirish.org/newsletter .
[EDITOR’S NOTE: For brief previews of Four Shillings Short, they will be at the Irish Acoustic Showcase at List Doon Varna on Sat afternoon and Music Corner on Sat evening (see calendar for addresses]
4. SET DANCE WORKSHOP AND COMHALTAS MEETINGS ON SAT THE 1 AT ICC
Not your basic meeting, Saturday, November 1st is the date of our FPIA Annual General Meeting AND Regional Annual General Meeting! But that's not all, Jim Belcher, our Regional Chair will be holding a Set Dance Workshop. You can buy yourself a bite to eat while still hanging out AND we'll finish with a set dance and seisiun so bring your instruments.
Although our Annual General Meeting and Regional Annual General Meetings are for paid Comhaltas members only, from 4 pm on, the workshop and remaining events are open to the public. Everyone can get in on the craic!
We are fortunate enough to be holding the event at the ICC. The schedule is as follows so plan on having a great time that afternoon and into the evening.
3 pm - 4 pm AGM and RAGM
Questions? Just email, or call 602.315.3065
Cyndy Gaughan
Cyndy @fourpeaksirisharts.org
5. JIM MALCOLM IN IN ARIZONA THIS WEEK
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Once again, Jim Malcolm will delight a special Flagstaff audience with his great musicality. Many of you have probably seen Jim perform many times as the lead vocalist of the Old Blind Dogs, before he left the band a couple years ago. Some more of you may have been able to see Jim on one of two solo tours in recent years. Now you have that chance again. For those of you that aren't familiar with Jim, he is a singer-songwriter who hails from Perthshire, Scotland, performing original as well as traditional songs with his amazing voice, great guitar work and astounding harmonica playing. He has been named the "new male voice of Scotland" and was Songwriter of the Year in 2004 at the Scots Trad Music Awards. Last year, the nearly full house enjoyed every moment of Jim's performance, especially the special treat near the end! If you would like to hear this concert and be a part of the special audience that gets to enjoy Jim Malcolm's talent, you can purchase tickets at Cedar Music or email or call me to purchase tickets. Seating is very limited; there are only 60 tickets available.
Tickets are $20 in advance, $18 if you are a member of NACHS, FFOTM, or a student. ALL TICKETS are $22 at the door. The concert will take place Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 7:00pm in the Zane Grey Ballroom at the Weatherford Hotel in downtown Flagstaff (23 N. Leroux). Doors will open at 6:30pm. Hope to see you at this wonderful and final Living Traditions Presentations concert of 2008.
Recap of the Important Information:
Who: Jim Malcolm
How Much: $20, $18 in advance, $22 at the door.
Why: to enjoy a wonderful concert of Scottish singing and songwriting.
For more information: email Kari@LivingTraditionsPresentations.com or call 928-600-1365.
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Sat, Nov 1, 2008 7:00 P.M.
6. MEMO FROM VYKTORIA PRATT KEATING
OCTOBER
30th Halloween at Heartwalk Center 7-9pm Sedona, AZ
(prizes, costumes encouraged, refreshments) I will be pulling out ALL
the weird songs ;-) 928-204-5589
31st Halloween at Java Cycle 6-10pm Williams, AZ
NOVEMBER
I have a few dates left for Christmas parties...anyone interested
can call me at 928-204-0537 or reply to this email. Thanks!
7. WELSH LEAGUE NEWS
NOVEMBER EVENT
The first weekend in November (November 1st and 2nd) is the Tucson Celtic Festival, at which Welsh League will have a booth. The Festival is held at Rillitto Park Raceway in Tucson. For more information see their web site http://www.tucsoncelticfestival.org/
All Are Welcome
Welsh League of Arizona is an inclusive group. If you are interested in the culture of Wales and enjoy a good time relaxing and mingling with lively people you are welcome. You do not have to be of Welsh ancestry or speak Welsh – but you might be surprised at how many are learning in Arizona.
Welsh League of Arizona is proud to be a member of the Arizona Celtic Cultural Association. This group promotes co-operation among all the Celtic groups in the state. See more at their web site: azcelts.org
LANGUAGE CLASSES
Welsh classes in Phoenix class meet on Tuesday evenings, from 6-9 at the Irish Cultural Center in Phoenix at 1106 North Central Ave. We are part of the Celtic Academy. For more details on the schedule check with John Good at 623-939-0209.
The Tucson Thursday night language class meets at Lynn Watts’ house. Call her at 520-403-7210.
Be sure to visit our Web site at www.welshleagueofarizona.org
HOW TO REACH US
Welsh League of Arizona
TO JOIN:
If you are not yet a member we would welcome you to join our active group. Annual dues are $15 for an individual and $25 for a family. You can pay on our web site through PayPal, send a check to the address above or bring it to a meeting.
8. EXPLORING THE EARLY IRISH POETS/ALPHABET - SAT NOV 15
On Saturday, November 15, 2008, The Irish Cultural Center located at 1106 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004 will be presenting:
ERYNN ROWAN LAURIE
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Erynn Rowan Laurie of Everett, WA has been a student of Irish and other Celtic cultures and mythologies for over twenty years. She has been a member of Seattle's Scottish Gaelic choir, " Seirm ", where she sang both alto and soprano, and has also studied Old and Modern Irish so that she could read myths and poetry in the original languages.
Erynn has a deep interest in the poetic traditions of Ireland in both their historical and mythic resonances. She has written numerous articles on aspects of early Irish mythology and spirituality. She is the author of "Ogam: Weaving Word Wisdom" and "A Circle of Stones: Journeys and Meditations for Modern Celts"
Erynn will present two lectures:
"Ogam: Past and Present " -- The history and development of the Irish ogam alphabet, the earliest form of written Irish. Covers theories of origin, linguistic roots of the letter names, common misconceptions about the character and uses of the ogam alphabet and modern developments in the use of ogam in different forms of Celtic spirituality.
" Poetry and Satire in Irish Culture " -- The poet has been one of the most respected - and feared - figures in Irish folk culture. Descendants of the druids, it was said that poets had the power to curse or to bless, to ruin or to raise a name to immortality. Praise and satire were among their functions and in this talk we'll examine some of the ways that poetry and satire were used by different kinds of poets in early Irish culture.
Donations are gratefully accepted for this event.
A limited number of " Ogam: Weaving Word Wisdom " books will be for sale.
Visit Erynn's website at www.seanet.com/~inisglas
9. CHRISTOPHER DEAN AT THE DESERTVIEW PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Celtic & Folk Guitarist
Irish, Scottish, English, and American traditional and
contemporary folk music performed on 6 & 12 string
guitars, mixed with Celtic and American folk lore, history,
stories, and humor.
Friday, October 31th
DesertView Performing Arts Center
Booking:
10. APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FOR LITTLE MISS SHAMROCK
NOW Accepting Applications for 2009 Little Miss Shamrock Program!
Step 1 Return an Application with a clear photo and your $15 application fee as soon as possible
Step 2 Fill out the Questionnaire and return by November 1, 2008
Step 3 Refer a friend to the program and receive a commemorative 3X5” photo from the event!
Step 4 Have fun participating in the Little Miss Shamrock selection on Sunday, November 9, 2008 from 2-5pm at the Irish Cultural Center
NEW this year:
Every contestant gets a Little Miss Shamrock T-shirt!
For Applications, Questionnaire, and details, visit our website at www.azcolleen.org
OR
Contact Heather Dominguez
We've decided to up the tickets to $5 each, which includes light refreshments. (FYI for your future newsletters)
Thank you!
11. NEWS FROM OCEANS APART
Saturday/Sunday, November 1st & 2nd
Tucson Celtic Festival
& Scottish Highland Games
http://www.tucsoncelticfestival.org/
[EDITOR’S NOTE: Liz Warren runs the Celtic Story Telling Program at South Mountain Community College. In Phoenix]
12. TUCSON CELTIC FESTIVAL FRI-SUN OCT 31 TO NOV 2
The Tucson Celtic Festival will be held at Rillito Raceway Park 4502 N First Ave Tucson, AZ 85704
A Celtic New Year Celebration
KILDARES
Their traditional songs and dance tunes (jigs and reels, hornpipes, etc) flow from driving to tender and back again. Fiddle, mandolin, guitar, bouzouki and bodhran lift the tunes, and surround and support the clean and lively vocals. Known for creating great rapport with audiences, they have a enthusiastic following that is growing every year. Follow ‘Round the House at www.roundthehouse.com
Seeking the return of traditional Celtic folk songs (and a stage overflowing with instruments & vibrance), The Muses breathe new life into a music that will never die. "Through our music you can feel the green shamrocks underfoot, catch the aroma of a distant salt sea, and taste the highland rain upon your lips." www.themusesmusic.com/
The music is infectious, ranging from the breathless jigs, reels and hornpipes, through the more relaxed popular songs, all the way along to the ballads and airs. They have performed on network television and have been favorably received locally and nationally by the media.
Check out their new CD at www.oceansapartmusic. .
13. MUSES PLAY ICC ON SAT NOV 8
[EDITOR’S NOTES: See above in the description of the Muses as part of the Tucson Celtic Festival]
$10 7:30 PM
Irish Cultural Center
14. WINTER SOLSTICE PARTY ON DEC 21
On Sunday, December 21, 2008 The Irish Cultural Center located at 1106 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004 will be presenting
THE WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATIONS
This year’s Solstice celebrations at the Irish Cultural Center in Phoenix are anticipated to draw a larger attendance than past years, particularly since celebration of the occasion falls on the evening of Sunday December 21st, and those attending won’t have to deal with normal rush hour traffic.
Solstice, now as in ancient times, marks the longest night of the year, whereby the Sun is at its lowest elevation in the sky. The return of the Sun from its most southern position on the horizon has always been of great ceremonial significance, in addition to serving as a celestial clock. In Phoenix the occasion is marked by music and poetry. Ribbons are placed on the branches of the special Ribbon Tree, to spiritually unite us with those no longer here. A parade from the hunger memorial on site takes us to the bonfire where the Grove of the Rising Phoenix shares their ritual traditions.
This year, the customary special Irish dinner, prepared by Chef Frank will be served starting at 4:00 p.m. Note, that reservations for the food are required, call 480-242-3500. Outside ceremonies start at sunset (5:25 p.m.) Inside the Great Hall there will be traditional Irish Muisc following.
WHAT: Solstice celebrations
For further information, please call (602) 258-0109 or check www.azirish.org
(The Irish Cultural Center, The Heart Of The Celtic Community, is a
Division of the Irish Cultural and Learning Foundation a 501 c (3) Not
For Profit Corporation, and is owned and maintained by the City Of
Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department.)
15. THIS WEEK IN IRISH MUSIC
PHOENIX
Michael McClanathan will be at the Westin Kirland every evening at sunset.
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Muses will be at the Fountain Hills Library on Wed afternnon
Smoot Mahooty with Brid Dower will be at Rosie McCaffrey’s on Wed
Paul Knight will be at Into The Bean on Wed.
Scott Jeffers will be at the Dubliner on Wed
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Shay Veno and Jane Hilton will be at Tim Finnegans on Thursday
Tom Teven will be at Seamus McCaffrey’s on Thursday.
Aengus Og will play at D’Arcy McGee’s on Thursday.
Cherish the Ladies will be at the Scottsdale Center on Thur
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D’Arcy McGee’s will host “There is That” on Fri and Booya on Sat
Bill Craig will be at the Dubliner on Fri and Sat
Fibber McGees will host the Insomniacs on Fri and Sat
Lis Doon Varna will host Fall Away on Fri and Sat
Molly Brannigan’s will host Chris Alcaraz on Fri and Trevor Jones on Sat
Shay Veno will be at O’Connor’s on Fri and Sat
O’Donoguhe’s will host the Vander Project on Fri
Rosie McCafrey’s will host Krystal Baker on Fri and Sat
Rula Bula will host the Love Brokers on Fri and Sat
Seamus McCaffrey’s will host the Biffos on Fri and Tom Teven on Sat
Skeptical Chymist will host Capitol Down on Fri and Sat.
The Brazen Heads will be at Tim Finnegans on Fri and Sat
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Four Shillings Short will play Sat afternoon at Lis Doon Varna as part of the Irisih Acoustic Music Showcase
Four Shillings Short will play at the Shepard of the Valley on Sat evening.
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Pat McCrossan will be at Lis Doon Varna on Sun at noon.
Four Shillings Short will be at the Irish Cultural Center on Sun evening
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Trevor Jones will bat the Arena Sports Grill on Thursday
Christopher Dean will be at the DesertView Performing Arts Center on Fri evening
There will be a contradance at the First Methodist Church on Sat
The Tucson Celtic Festivall will host the Muses, Oceans Apart, Round the House, Liz Warren and the Kildares this weekend.
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Jim Malcolm will be at the Zane Gray on Thur evening
The Knockabouts will be at Charly’s on Fri
There will be a contradance at Ashurst Hall on Sat evening
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Jim Malcolm will be at the Blue Rose Theater on Sat evening
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Vyktoria Pratt Keating will be at Java Cycle Coffee in Williams on Wed and Fri., at the Sedona Heart Walk Center on Thur, Karl Jones will be at Indian Gardens on Sun and the
Martini Bar on Mon. and Oak Creek Vinyards on Fri, Sat And Sun.
The Muses will be at the Wilcox Community Center on Tue.
--- Teada Christmas Show In Tucson On Nov 29
--- Irish You A Merry Christmas Nov 7-8
3. Four Shillings Short At ICC On Sun Evening
4. Set Dance Workshop And Comhaltas Meetings On Sat The 1 At ICC
5. Jim Malcolm In In Arizona This Week
--- Flagstaff -Thur Oct 30 At Zane Grave
---- Prescott - Sat Nov 1 - Blue Rose Theater
6. Memo From Vyktoria Pratt Keating
7. Welsh League News
8. Exploring The Early Irish Poets/Alphabet - Sat Nov 15 At Icc
9. Christopher Dean At The Desertview Performing Arts Center
10. Applications Accepted For Little Miss Shamrock
11. News From Oceans Apart
12. Tucson Celtic Festival Fri-Sun Oct 31 To Nov 2
13. Muses Play Icc On Sat Nov 8
14. Winter Solstice Party On Dec 21
15. This Week In Irish Music
Scottsdale Center for the Arts
Theater 4301, Galleria Corporate Centre, Scottsdale
(480) 994-ARTS (2787)
www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org
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4 pm - 6 pm Set dance workshop
6 pm - 7 pm Dinner (We will take orders for either sandwiches or pizza for those attending the workshop.)
7 pm -10 pm Set Dance and Seisiun
Public Relations Officer
Four Peaks Irish Arts
Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann in Arizona
www.FourPeaksIrishArts.org
--- FLAGSTAFF -THUR OCT 30 AT ZANE GRAVE
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What: performs a cocnert, presented by Living Traditions Presentations
When: Thursday, October 30 at 7:00pm
Where: Zane Grey Ballroom at the Weatherford Hotel (23 N. Leroux)
---- PRESCOTT - SAT NOV 1 - BLUE ROSE THEATER
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Blue Rose Theater
115 McCormick
Prescott, AZ 86301
928-771-1218
29 Java Cycle 5-7pm 928-635-1117 Williams, AZ
Every Sat and Sun Oak Creek Vineyards 1-30-4:30pm Page Springs, AZ
enjoy the Fall weather and delicious local wines 928-649-0290
4802 E. Ray Road
Suite 23-510
Phoenix, AZ 85044
Phone/Fax 602-532-7837
E-mail: AZWELSH@aol.com
Web: www.welshleagueofarizona.org
EXPLORING THE EARLY IRISH POETS/ALPHABET
Cash bar provided by the Irish Cultural Center
For further information, please call (602) 258-0109 or check www.azirish.org
(The Irish Cultural Center, The Heart Of The Celtic Community, is a
Division of the Irish Cultural and Learning Foundation a 501 c (3) Not
For Profit Corporation, and is owned and maintained by the City Of
Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department.)
7:30 pm
$16 - $20
38759 S. Mountain View Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85739
Information/Tickets: 520-818-1000
http://tickets.saddlebrooketwo.com
Cairney Hill Music
619-258-2699
info@cairneyhill.com
http://www.cairneyhill.com
Member: Arts Northwest
Every contestant rides in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade~
Two titleholders ride in a convertible~
Special Prizes, Appearances, and Promotions
Returning Judge - Queen Beatrice from AZ Renaissance Festival
heather@azcolleen.org
602-568-0842
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Thanks for including the Shamrock event for November 9!
Ann
602-568-3455
On the main stage and with
storyteller Liz Warren!
Rillito Raceway Park
4502 N First Ave
Tucson, AZ 85704
For more information on the band, please go to:
www.oceansapartmusic.com
www.youtube.com/OceansApartMusic
Friday, October 31, 2008
Feast of Tara!
Dinner tickets in advance! Order On-Line!
Clan Torchlight Ceremony
& Ceilidh!
5:30pm-10:00pm
Separate Tickets required
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Celtic Fire!
Killdares in Concert!
Fire Dance Mystique of Elemental Artistry Shoppes, Eateries, Pub & More!
6:00pm-10:00pm
Included in Saturday Admission!
Originally formed in 1996, The Killdares have come to be known as one of the hottest, cutting edge bands in music today - Celtic or otherwise! World-class musicians from all over the U.S., they have come together to create and
perform a brand new version of hard-driving, alternative Celtic rock music Blending traditional Celtic playing skills, power-pop accessibility, and straight up rock n' roll hooks, The Killdares have created a fresh new sound that's blended with enough commercial edge to be instantly recognizable, always engaging, and appealing to fans of all ages. Their live shows are filled with an infectious energy so powerful that it has been known to move people to tears. Even die-hard fans of purely traditional Celtic music have embraced the band's powerful genre-bending sound. www.killdares.com
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ROUND THE HOUSE
Round the House, a dynamic, award-winning Tucson band with great musicianship and energy brings authentic Irish music, with a twist, to concert, contradance, and festival stages. ‘Round the House musicians, Dave Firestine, Sharon Goldwasser, Mark Robertson-Tessi and Claire Zucker create a musical alchemy right before your eyes…and ears!
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THE MUSES
Tanya Brody & Matthew Gurnsey each play a plethora of exotic instruments ranging from bohdran & concertina to harp & hammered dulcimer; psaltery, pennywhistles, flute and zils to name just a few.
The Muses add new life to old songs as well as adding original material to the Celtic repertoire. Since the moment they chose to blend their voices in song they began captivating the hearts of every audience from Hawaii to Maine, Vancouver to Florida, weddings and pubs to concerts and main-stages at Scottish Games and Celtic Festivals. The Muses perform with a strength of heart that embodies the music they all love so dearly.
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OCEANS APART
John Good (Flutes, Whistles, Welsh Bagpipes, Guitar, Harmonicas, Voice) and Steve Colby (Guitar, Voice, Mandolin Family, Banjo) met on a recording session several years ago and since then, they have crafted a half dozen CDs of their own. They have delighted audiences of every imaginable kind with their songs and instrumentals drawn from the inexhaustible wellsprings of Ireland, Wales, Scotland and North America.
1106 N. Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ
WHERE: Irish Cultural Center, 1106 N. Central Ave., Phoenix.
WHEN: Sunday, December 21st starting 4:00 p.m.
COST: $12. includes dinner. $6.00 for presentations only.
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