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Humor: Christmas in the Jar

Rutger — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 05:36:17 GMT

Well, the Christmas "shopping season" got to me last week, and I was moved to write this song parody, which we've just posted on YouTube. Hope you enjoy this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7Ph9SlcnIg

Happy Christmas shopping--
Rutger/Dan

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New Irish News and Culture Site!

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Bay Celtic Music and Dance Festival Sat Feb 21 Oakland Veterans Hall

scott — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:20:00 GMT

The San Francisco Bay Area Celtic Music and Dance Festival is happening this Saturday, February 21st at the Oakland Veterans Hall 200 Grand Avenue Oakland, 94610, X Harrison.

BayCeltic is an annual reunion of Bay Area Celtic musicians, singers, dancers and performers.

We have a wide range of very popular and well established musicians and performers.

The Black Brothers, Tempest, Molly's Revenge, Cullan's Hounds,Avalon Rising, Steve Baughman,and Siamsa, a bay area Celtic dance performance group, are in the main Ballroom.

In the musical showcase, new and emerging bands and musicians are are Three Mile Stone, Jim Nelson,Patrice Haan,Megan McLaughlin,Valerie Rose,West of Shannon,Susan Mashiyama and Lani Herrmann.

Steve Baughman will perform and lead the music session afterwards.

Dancing in the Dance Hall are an Irish Ceilidh with Ammy Hill, Irish Set dancing with Michael Murphy, hard shoes introductory dance class with Shirleigh Brannan.

We will have waltz and polka and irish dancing at 10pm to Culann's Hounds.

Lunchroom downstairs and Celtic vendors also.

The website is www.BayCeltic.com

Tickets available at the door: $20 general, $10 students, free under 12, $10 after 9:30 to waltz and polka dancing to Culann's Hounds

contact Scott at scottFNW@pway.com

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Faire Magazine is just for YOU!

Steve — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 05:03:38 GMT

Faire Magazine is a magazine devoted to the promotion of Renaissance Faires and Festivals and the over five-million people who entertain, vend, direct, and attend them each year. http://www.fairemagazine.com

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Love of Celtic Music

Achbar — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:57:57 GMT

My love of Celtic music began in 1985 while working at a deli. The Thistle and Smrock would come on the radio and I loved that show on NPR. There was a s hop in Charlotte, NC called the Celtic Trader, thursday nights were open mic night, I would play my doumbec there and they loved it.

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Folk/Irish band auditions!

Kimi — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 18:03:57 GMT

The Merry Wives of Windsor are still seeking an alto! We are an all female group who play folk and Irish music at Renaissance Faires and cultural festivals year round. We also play larger shows a few times a year, past venues have included the Grove of Anaheim and the El Rey in LA.

If you can:

Play well with others

Sing a strong "F" below middle C

Sight read OR learn music quickly

Play well with others

Be available on Tuesday nights from 7:pm to 10:pm YEAR AROUND in Pasadena(except for December)

Be energetic & dynamic on stage

Play well with others

...then you have the makings of a good Wife and we would love to have you audition. Please contact heathergreene@ sbcglobal. net for what you will need to do for us at the audition and with any questions that you may have.

Audition dates: Tuesday, 8/19/2008 in Pasadena

If needed, we will have a second audition date of Tuesday, 8/26 also in Pasadena.

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So There are Angels...

glenn — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 09:36:32 GMT

Who can tie up the DA/Prime Minister/List/War ?

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Irish Musicians in the N.W.

~*Simon*~ — Thu, 08 May 2008 19:48:28 GMT

Hello Everybody!

I live in Portland, Oregon and I am learning to play the Tin whistle. If anyone lives around there, and knows of some sessions or gatherings of traditional Irish music that I could come and learn from, I would be more than pleased

Siochain,

-Simon

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St. Patrick's Day gigs!

cid — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 05:36:18 GMT

Just curious... What gigs are folks doing on St. Patrick's Day? If you've been wanting to do a shameless plug, but have been too full of shame to post one, now's your chance... No shame is involved because this plug was solicited...

I'm sure you're all saying to yourself, "Wow, self, a solicited plug! We've never been asked for one of those before so I don't know how we should respond... Any suggestions, Cid?"

Why, yes, and I'm glad you asked! As an example, I would offer something like this:

"Hi, I'm Cid of Jingly Bits and this St. Patrick's Day, Monday, March 17th, Jingly Bits will be giving our Farewell To California performance! Yes, at O'Flaherty's Irish Pub in downtown San Jose from 6 until at least 8 pm, we'll be giving it our all for the last time in California as we're "semi-retiring" and relocating back east. We hope to continue with our music there and maybe in a few years, you'll be able to catch us on the West Coast leg of our Unretirement Tour, but for now, this is it! We'd be delighted and honored if you could come on down, have an ale and a song or two and see us off!"

See? The plug's not that shameful when someone's asking for it... So...

What shows am I missing because of doing my own?

Cheers!
cid

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Attention All renaissance Enthusiast

Quixote — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 19:36:36 GMT

St. Brides-- Army of Dalkieth Invites all those interested in the real living history of the Renaissance time period to attend the premier Northern California Event.......

Action in the Low Countries------ The School of the Renaissance Soldier. April 4-6th
At Gibson Ranch State Park in Sacramento CA

This event last year had a battle contingent of 141 persons.....

We are expecting this number to double this year.......

At What event can you experience a Renaissance style Battle with over 200 soldier wielding pike----- holding off 30 cavalry--- Black powder matchlocks blazing and Cannons booming?

This event is becoming the ultimate destination as Re-enactment Soldiers from all over the Nation are coming to attend and participate in this annual spectacular event.......

Persons who consider themselves Military oriented should heavily consider attending this Workshop in order to knock the dust off their boots and prepare for the up coming season....

With a literal City of period pavilions and tents, sutlers, cooks, vendors, musicians--- This event is quickly becoming the best opportunity for the Renaissance Faire Society (in general) to participate in a great educational and yet highly entertaining event.

Please contact me with any Questions @ Halcyoninc@aol.com for more information............. or go to you can find the website here www.renaissancesoldier.com

Looking forward to seeing you there!!!!!!!

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New member question

Kent — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 18:10:29 GMT

I`ve been looking around the web at some bodhrans.....Any reccomendations would be apprecieated...
I found this site http://www.celticrenaissancemusic.com/bodhransale wondering if anyone has tried their drums....
They look like good deals. but you can`t always be sure..... I`m also lookin at the Whites and Metloef.........Thanx......

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Scottish Renaissance Festival of Santa Cruz

Michael — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 15:42:43 GMT

I'm looking for some musical entertainment for this year's festival. We were formerly the Dragon Slayers Ren Fest but had a name, location, and beneficiary change in 2008. This is a benefit event event for the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County and held at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 14th.

If you, or someone you know is interested in performing, please contact me. Obviously, the them is Scottish Renaissance. All of our music is acoustic and we have three or four "collection" areas to provide a more intimate interaction with your audience. We'll also be cycling music on the stages between other acts.

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St. Pat Hits!!

Kimi — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 22:09:30 GMT

What songs go over the best at your St. Patrick's Day gigs? Which ones fall flat? Do people like traditionals done in the normal way or do they like it when you spice them up?

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Nuthatch Recordings

Fionnghuala — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 17:56:32 GMT

(Cross-post)

Go mbeannai Dia annseo! :)

I perform Celtic vocals and harp under the stage-name Fánach. I've just launched a new independent label, and am hoping to release a debut CD by spring 2008.

Sound-samples and merchandise available here:
http://www.angelfire.com/falcon/catsfire/Until_The_Greening.html

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what is the name of this tune?

willow — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:22:21 GMT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQANhaNoUh4&mode=related&search=

the first tune the fiddlers play is the swallowtail jig, then they go into another Em jig that i don't know the name of, but i just learned it this morning from an abraham stuart tape... anyone know the name, and if its an irish or scottish tune?

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Las Vegas Irish/Celtic Musicians

Michelle — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 20:25:32 GMT

Hi guys. I started a new tribe for Las Vegas Irish and Celtic musicians over at http://tribes.tribe.net/lasvegasirishmusicians. I just moved here and haven't found anyone who plays Irish/Celtic yet, so I figured I'd set this up to give people a place to meet, schedule sessions or just hang out. Stop by if you've got the time!

Michelle

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Bones Players

Bob — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 02:20:57 GMT

Are there any Bones players out there? In what context do you play them? (Band, Jam session, while driving....) Does anyone make their own bones?

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Come see The Merry Wives of Windsor in Los Angeles!

Tue, 04 Sep 2007 03:23:13 GMT

THIS Wed Sept 5th at THE DERBY in L.A!

GET TICKETS HERE: http://www.mwow.net/tickets/
Tickets are $10 presale, $15 at the door!

For club info: http://www.clubderby.com/

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Tommy Makem, RIP

boggard_lurch — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 18:51:35 GMT

http://www.cnn.com/2007/SHOWBIZ/Music/08/02/obit.makem.ap/index.html

Raise a glass.

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Irish Folk show at historic LA landmark!

Kimi — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 19:52:21 GMT

Hi girls and boys!

The Merry Wives of Windsor are performing at the famous Derby Club in Hollywood! It's going to be a great show and we can't wait! This historic landmark (formerly known as the Brown Derby) is opening it's doors for a night of Irish Folk music!

The show is Sept 5th (we know... a Weds but if enough people show up there is a possibility for better dates!) and starts at 8pm. The lovely and talented Christiane Cargill-Kinney is opening the Irish/folk part of the show. The Wives will be going on about 8:45pm but there will be music till very late!

You can get discount tickets through our website at www.mwow.net/tickets/ or just ask your friendly neighborhood Merry Wife! The ticket is good for a WHOLE NIGHT at the derby so come see a bunch of good bands at this historical LA landmark!

:) Kimi

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Intermediate Irish class # 9 (youtube)

Cáemgen — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 17:14:00 GMT

Lesson 9 is reading a book by Y.B.Yeats in Irish.

Here's the first of 10 parts from which you can link to the rest.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x94dEsPMpFM

Study sheets are here, under (Intermediate Irish Gaelic Class).
www.hofshi.net

Cáemgen

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Trouz Bras Concert Sampler

Eric — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 15:15:46 GMT

Hi group,
Check out the Trouz Bras Concert Sampler: Breton Music
http://one.revver.com/watch/288875/flv/affiliate/92219
-Eric

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Help Save Tara!

FyreChyld — Mon, 21 Aug 2006 12:45:03 GMT

Please help save Tara (Irelands most sacred place) by signing the worldwide petition at the link below and stop them from building the Motorway through Tara. All info is in the petition. Be sure to cut & paste this petition on all your Pagan groups & Forums. get your Covens & Groves to sign it. This is very important! PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF THE GODS SIGN! Thank You!

http://www.petitiononline.com/hilltara/petition.html

go na Tiarna agus Bantiarn coill glas beannacht glas tu!
(Irish Gaelic for)
May the Lord and Lady of the Green Wood Bless you!

/|\ Gypsy /|\

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Lilting?

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 13:17:12 GMT

I have to lilt a song next week for my bodhran class---any tips? I'm a singer but I really don't lilt.

Thanks!

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Celtic harp concert Sat. 4/21 in Pacifica, CA.

Shawna — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 19:59:04 GMT

Join Triskela Harp Trio this Saturday evening in Pacifica for an enchanting
"Concerts by the Sea," as part of the Pacifica Performances Concert series

WHEN: Saturday, April 21, 2007. 7:30 PM
(doors open at 7 PM).

AT: Sanchez Concert Hall;
1220 A Linda Mar
Boulevard; Pacifica, CA 94044.

TICKETS: General admission: $20; students and
seniors: $15.

TO PURCHASE ADVANCE TICKETS:
visit http://www.pacificaperformances.org/
or call 650-355-1882.

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Triskela -- a vibrant neo-Celtic harp trio -- weaves a sophisticated tapestry of melodic intricacies with their original works and fresh interpetations of traditional Irish and Scottish folk music. From lively dance tunes, to hearfelt ballads and stirring airs. Triskela members
Diana Stork, Shawna Spiteri and Portia Diwa will take you on a musical trip through the pastoral British Isles and beyond. The stirring beauty of the harp is complimented by sweet, lyrical vocals, flute, whistle and traditional Irish drum along with guest musicians Peter Kasin on fiddle, Teed Rockwell on percussion, and dancer Eileen Danz for this special Pacifica Performances debut!

*******************************************

ABOUT THE TRIO:

Triskela has been performing together since 1997 playing an eclectic mix of traditional Celtic music, as well as Medieval, Renaissance, Latin and original works. Like the ancient, three-branched symbol the group is named after (the triskele), members Portia Diwa, Shawna Spiteri and Diana Stork find inspiration in performing together and presenting their unique arrangements of traditional and contemporary music to audiences at such venues as Grace Cathedral and Yerba Buena Gardens in San Francisco, and the Festival of Harps in Rohnert Park.

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Trouz Bras

Eric — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 23:10:37 GMT

This band from Providence Rhode Island performs Medieval Celtic music from Brittany, check 'em out!
http://www.trouzbras.com
-Eric

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Go mbeannai Dia anseo!

Fionnghuala — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 12:03:11 GMT

Greetings to the Tribe...just found it and signed on this morning. :)

I'm primarily a singer, with a taste for sean-nós and multi-part a capella vocals...took up harping in 1990, now play 24-string Celtic (occassionaly 30-string Gothic.) Also the usual smattering of woodwinds, guitar and bodhrán.

Anyway, cheers!

~Fionn

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Ocarina

Wintershadow — Mon, 18 Apr 2005 18:06:38 GMT

Hi, I'm trying to get into learning how to play an instrument and my understanding is the ocarina is a good one to start with.

Does anyone here know if the ocarina has been used in the music of the differant Celtic countries?

I'm interested in creating a character from one of these regions for an SCA persona, learn some more about my ancestors and to play music as well. The little I am able to play I find very relaxing.

Thanks for your time,

Uilliam

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Looking for concertina intstructor

Shawna — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 23:53:30 GMT

Does anyone know of a teacher for concertina in the San Francisco Bay Area? I need to find someone on the Peninsula, SF, or Berkeley/Oakland area who can teach in the evenings or weekends.

Thanks for any help finding a teacher.

Shawna

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where to find a pan flute for sale ???

Sidonie — Mon, 27 Nov 2006 21:19:17 GMT

I am new to Tribe and to this tribe in particular. I have for years wanted to learn to play the pan flute and would like to know if anyone out there might have one they would care to recycle for a reasonable sum or perhaps barter?

walk in a good way

Sidonie

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I WILL BE BACK........tee heee giggle giggle....

mohini — Mon, 06 Nov 2006 16:13:50 GMT

icon transfer proble working out ok.Howdy howdy howdeeee
Merry season gang, :-)

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Celtic Harp / World fusion concert - Berkeley 11/8/06 8PM

Shawna — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 23:32:29 GMT

Nov. 8, 2006. 8 - 10 PM. Triskela and Geist at Strings. 6320 San Pablo Avenue (near Alcatraz), Berkeley, CA. http://www.strings.org/home.html 510-653-5700.

Enjoy an intimate concert with Geist World Fusion Trio -- Diana Stork, Neo-Celtic Harp, Teed Rockwell, Chapman Stick, Mika Scott, Percussion; and Triskela Celtic Harp Trio -- Diana Stork, Shawna Spiteri (vocals), Portia Diwa. As a special treat, there Portia & Diana will play some traditional Latin harp music on their Paraguayan and Venezuelan Harps.

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Triskela Celtic Harp Trio at Grace Cathedral - 11/10/06 Free!

Shawna — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 23:18:49 GMT

November, 10 2006 at Triskela at Grace After Hours
Grace Cathedral; 1100 California St., San Francisco.
Cost: FREE

Take a spiritual walk along the labyrinth carpet in beautiful Grace Cathedral. Triskela will provide heavenly music for your meditation.

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Free Harp concert & lecture -- SF Main Library 11/14/06

Shawna — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 23:14:59 GMT

November, 14 2006 at Festival of Harps Day at Koret Auditorium
San Francisco Main Library; 100 Larkin Street
Cost: FREE

Dram, Swedish Harp & woodwind duo: 6-7pm
Triskela Celtic Harp Trio: 7-7:30

Since the beginning, Dram has gained international reputation as guardians and renewers of the rich treasure trove of Swedish traditional music. Musicians Erik Ask-Upmark and Anna Rynefors are both "riksspelmaen" ("Official Master Musicians of the Realm") and combine ancient instruments to create new sophisticated sounds centered around the traditional Celtic Harp and the unique Swedish woodwind instrument, "Nyckelharpa". Swedish and medieval bagpipes provide the endless drone -- or dram -- from which the group gets its name.

Triskela Celtic Harp Trio -- Diana Stork, Portia Diwa & Shawna Spiteri (harp & vocals) -- play stunning original compositions, fresh arrangements of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes, plus music from around the world. They have been featured at the prestigious Festival of Harp Concert Series, the Bing Music Series at Stanford, SF City Hall and Yerba Buena Gardens. Their new CD -- "Voice of Tara" -- has been heard on the nationally syndicated radio show "Echoes".

Arrive early and enjoy a light dinner at the cafe right by the auditorium.

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Free "Wicked Tinkers" MP3

Batjay — Sat, 07 Oct 2006 13:48:45 GMT

For all of you mySpacers out there, Wicked Tinkers have just posted a free mp3 of a live performance of The Toasty Set. Their myspace page is www.myspace.com/wickedtinkersmusic
To quote the band's bio:

The power and emotion of the Great Highland Bagpipe

Tribal drums, fierce and joyous

The mystical rhythms of the Australian didgeridoo and

The ancient call of the Bronze-Age Irish Horn

Wicked Tinkers are a Celtic Tribal Sound Explosion!

For those who ~quite reasonably~ do not use myspace, you can also download the tune at my own website jayatwood.com/music.html

We'd love your feedback. And if you *really* like it, and wish to support the musicians, please check out our web page www.wickedtinkers.com or download more tracks at iTunes!

Peace!
Jay

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where to buy a harp?

Mon, 19 Jun 2006 04:34:10 GMT

hi all,
im looking to buy a harp, it has been a dream of mine for a long time and now i know the time is right.
i wouldnt know where to start though. i dont know anythign about harps and where i would find them ..which are worth it etc. i know i want a smaller one to begin with, and that i can travel with.
my father told me about a harp maker on the isle of skye, but i have not found out any info on this.
so if anyone has any harp ridden information, do tell!

thank you. such love, holi

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My Lil' Pagan Shop Online

FyreChyld — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 16:57:19 GMT

On this page is a design I made supporting Pagan Musicians. This design is also my Logo for my "Songs from the Woods Promotions". On the back of the shirts & hoodies & the tote bag it saids "Support Your Local Pagan Musicians"

Hope you like this the first of my designs. I'm working on a website so one can view all my CafeExpress items so check back soon.

http://www.cafepress.com/glpso2

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free Celtic harp concerts at Solano Stroll - 9/10/06

Shawna — Sun, 10 Sep 2006 16:25:33 GMT

Today is the east bay's oldest street festival -- the Solano Stroll -- and lever harpists will be out in full force at A Cheefull Noyse music store. Here's the line up:

11am - 12pm Maureen Brennan (harpist for Wake the Dead)
12pm - 1pm Trillium harp trio (Maureen Brennan, Patrice Haan & Diana Rowan)
1pm - 2pm and 2:45pm - 4pm Triskela harp trio (Portia Diwa, Shawna Spiteri & Diana Stork)

A Cheerfull Noyse is located at 1228 Solano Ave between Talbot & Evelyn Streets. Come on out to enjoy the mile long street festival and stop in for the free concerts at A Cheerfull Noyse

http://www.solanoavenueassn.org/strol.htm

http://www.acheerfullnoyse.com/

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New group for Irish flute & whistle players!

Mon, 04 Sep 2006 17:10:52 GMT

Hi, all,

I decided to make a new group for Irish flute & whistle players since Tribe didn't have one specifically already. Please join if you're interested & let's get some discussions going! :)

http://tribes.tribe.net/irishfluteandwhistle

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Ga university goes celtic

Gamo — Mon, 21 Aug 2006 22:45:19 GMT

http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/irish/celtic/index.html#hurdyintro

check this out!!

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calling all Celtic/Irish flute and/or whistle players! :)

Fri, 21 Jul 2006 20:32:01 GMT

Anyone else out there play Irish flute?

What type(s) of flutes (& whistles if you play them) do you play, & if you have more than one, why do you like certain ones over others or for different styles, etc.?

I'd love to hear from more Irish flute players out there!

I'm an Irish & Boehm-system flute player (whistles too!) living in Asheville, NC. I'm in the market for a new Irish flute, & I'll soon be trying out some flutes by Terry McGee from The Irish Flute Store.

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Peter Daldry at Tiernan's Irish Pub & Restaurant & Up Coming Gigs

Caroline — Wed, 09 Aug 2006 02:51:38 GMT

Peter Daldry -

Tiernan's Irish Pub & Restaurant
August 13. 2006
685 Beach Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
415.673.9700
8pm till 12am
Please join us for some great music and food.
no cover charge
www.tiernans.com

www.peterdaldry.com

Pleasanton Highland Games
come to the Home of the Big one: the 141st Caledonian Club of San Francisco Gathering and Games
The Games will be held Labor Day weekend, September 2nd and 3rd, 2006 from 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. At the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, California .
www.caledonian.org/

Dixon Scottish Highland Games
September 23, 2006
Dixon Fairgrounds
www.dixonscots.org/index.cfm

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new Druid tribe

Sun, 30 Jul 2006 00:32:12 GMT

http://tribes.tribe.net/druidwomb

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Ride Share Tribe

Contessa — Thu, 27 Jul 2006 17:22:21 GMT

Need a lift from San Jose air port? or a ride from SanBernadino to Casa de Faire?
So I just started a Tribe, well Bevan is doing all the typing, not having any opposable thumbs and all.

http://tribes.tribe.net/ride2share4casa

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ok, stupid question

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 23:48:17 GMT

I make up little songs for my son and I *love* folk music, especially celtic folk music (yes, I sing my son 200 year old songs and then he goes to school and teaches the other kids).

For some reason, I really want to learn the banjo, but is that a "celtic" instrument? I mean, how well to celtic tunes play on it.

Also, I have no idea how to play a banjo, so any tips are helpful

Thanks!

-Anne

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Where in L.A. to catch good music?

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 01:15:04 GMT

Anyone got a good site that would list concerts going on in Los Angeles? I'd like to catch whatever groups are doing their thing in my area, and I'm pretty sure that the good stuff isn't going to be on Ticketbastard. It just isn't.

Thanks.

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What did you do music-wise, to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

SilverUnicorn — Sat, 18 Mar 2006 09:47:34 GMT

(Yes, this is cross-posted. Sorry about that. )

Didn't get to do anything on the actual day itself, but on the night before - March 16th - I went and saw The Black Brothers (-Michael, Martin & Shay-) at The Freight & Salvage in Berkeley. ( http://thefreight.org/2006/0603-march/info_060316.html ) It was a terrific show (-as always-), with much sing-a-long and some Irish Dancers. (4 of the dancers are their own little girls! ) Unfortunately, I can't recall the name of the group the other Irish Dancers were from. It was a blast.

We were going to a friend's house for corned beef and cabbage tonight (3/17), but it had to be post-poned until Sunday.

So, how did you folks celebrate? I especially want to know what you did music-wise.

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Free summer concert in the park- Molly's Revenge

Caroline — Mon, 26 Jun 2006 06:09:42 GMT

EVENT
>DETAIL
>
>Thursday, July 06, 2006
>
>Summer Concert Series
>
>Time:
>06:00 pm - 08:00 pm
>
>Description:
>Summer Concert Series
>Cupertino Parks & Recreation
>
>Memorial Park Amphitheatre
>Stevens Creek & Anton Way
>
>
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>MOLLY'S REVENGE
>Lively renditions of traditional Celtic music and song.
>
>
>Contact:
>Kelsey Christian
>(408) 777-3120
>kelseyc@cupertino.org

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Irish music online

stvalerius — Thu, 22 Jun 2006 15:36:40 GMT

I wanted to share one of my favourite online treats with those who listen to music online.
liveireland.com
I play it all the time and the music is piped in live from Ireland.
Great Stuff!!! Channel 1 is the best to my taste~

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Crying My Bodhrán skin broke!

stvalerius — Mon, 19 Jun 2006 19:15:55 GMT

I have a tear on the skin about the size of the tip of a thumb. Is it fixible or do I need to completely replace it? Does anyone know out there? Is there a special adhesive I can find to repair drum skin?

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Summer Solistice

Kresta — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:41:11 GMT

I was looking for some good suggestions for a traditional way to celebrate the Solistice. What does everyone else do?

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Cullan's Hounds at the San Francisco Accordion Festival on 6-4-2006

SoCalLongboard — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 16:53:45 GMT

Culann’s Hounds gave a great performance at the San Francisco Accordion Festival on June 4th. They played a great mix of traditional Irish music, an apparently Cajun tune (?) and even some Ramones with great Poguesian flair. The musicianship of all members was exemplary but the real stand-outs were Renee de la Prade on the two-row diatonic button accordion and Steve Gardner on fiddle. Mike Kelleher (guitar, vocals, pennywhistle) and Scott Marshall (bodhran) provided a solid foundation for the band’s soloists.

Here’s my Flickr photostream of the event:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/banjohead/sets/72157594156020632/

Check out the band’s site and see when they’re playing near you. While you’re there, you can get some merch or buy one of their CDs from CD Baby. Support this great band!

http://www.sfhounds.com/

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Up Coming Performances~Peter Daldry

Caroline — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 04:01:32 GMT

Up Coming Performances for Peter Daldry
http://www.peterdaldry.com

Dunsmuir Scottish Highland Games
Oakland
July 8th & 9th,2006
http//www.dunsmuir.org/calendar.htm

Tiernan's Irish Pub
July16,2006
Peter first time at Tiernan's so please join us for great food and drinks from 8pm to 12am.

Visit the brand-new Tiernans location on Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco
685 Beach St
San Francisco, CA 94109-1336

Tiernan's
http://www.tiernans.com

Monterey Highland Games
Toro County Park
with John Taylor
August 5th & 6th, 2006
http://www.montereyscotgames.com/index.html

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Celtic & Latin harp concert Sat. 6/3 in Berkeley

Shawna — Fri, 02 Jun 2006 00:43:44 GMT

Multi-Cultural Music Fellowship and St. Mary Magdalen parish present a
Benefit for the Julie and Paul Rogers Memorial Harp Scholarship Fund

An Evening of Harp Music
Saturday, June 3rd, 8:00 pm
St. Mary Magdalen Church

Featuring 3 Harp groups:

* * * Bay Area Youth Harp Ensemble * * *

* * * Pleiades Harp Ensemble * * *

* * * Triskela Harp Trio * * *

Diana Stork, Shawna Spiteri and Portia Diwa
with Teed Rockwell. Percussion
Triskela will have their new cd "Voice of Tara" available for sale for the first time (we're talking hot off the presses!)

St. Mary Magdalen Church
2005 North Berryman Street, Berkeley
(near Shattuck and Rose)

Tickets available at the door starting 1 hour before show and
by calling and reserving seats at: 510-548-3326

Minimum suggested Donations: $7 children and seniors; General, $15
24 hour message Line: 510-548-3326
MCMF website: www.california.com/~mcmf/foharps.html

You can also hear Shawna this Friday June 2nd from 1:00-1:30pm on FM 89.5 (KPOO). She'll be doing an interview and playing some pieces from the new Triskela cd on the program "La Verdad Musical" hosted by Avotcja. Hope you can tune in!

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Celt Appeal

FyreChyld — Sun, 14 May 2006 03:42:58 GMT

Thought everyone would enjoy this.

http://www7.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0603/sights_n_sounds/index.html

/|\ Gypsy /|\

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Irish Bouzouki info.

Chris — Sun, 16 Apr 2006 16:31:05 GMT

So I got an Irish zouk, and I really like the thing and I have been able to work out alot of stuff and play it on stage alot. Just wanted to know what resources were out there for it as far as scales and the like. I found Hans I.B. page but it didn't seem to have alot on there. Any help would be great.
Thanks,
Chris Owens

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Tartan Day April 8,2006-Ardenwood Fremont

Caroline — Fri, 17 Mar 2006 19:51:02 GMT

8 April, 2006 Saturday - Peter Daldry & others.
Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont at 34600 Ardenwood Blvd.(Ardenwood
Boulevard exit off Highway 84)Fremont, CA 94555-3645
(510) 796-0663
http://www.ebparks.org/parks/arden.htm#Map

- GATHERING OF THE SCOTTISH CLANS 10am-4pm, Tri-City Scottish
Association & Interpretive Staff Celebrate Tartan Day and join in the
pageantry as Scottish folk from all over the area gather their clans
and celebrate their heritage. Enjoy bagpipe bands, highland dancing,
traditional Scottish food, and historic re-enactments including Mary
Queen of Scots and her Court. There will also be Scottish Clan
Society exhibits and special Highland games for children.
Special Event Fee: $8 adults/$6 seniors/$5 children (ages 4-17 yrs.)
under 4 free

Peter Daldry
http://www.peterdaldry.com

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Take ur music to India !

parvez — Sun, 12 Mar 2006 06:06:26 GMT

Hi there !

Wud u like to market / promote ur music in India ? If yes, this is for you.
We are MUSIKREED. A Music Company that's working on a plan to promote indie-artists and bands from all corners of the gloe to India.
Basically we are open to any genre - which sounds good but is not commercial and yes, eclectic - becoz Indian music lovers are opening to new sounds.
We'll test market in Clubs & then sell to a captive database of music afficianados in major Indian metros. We are looking at direct sales for CDs (min. 1000 pieces) through a growing and well-knit network of listeners and music lovers.
If ud like to promote ur music to the big Indian market, pls reply to me with details.
U can send me details, website etc on parvezagm23@yahoo.co.in or boundbysoundindia@yahoo.co.in

P.S: We also plan a series of gigs at select clubs/pubs/5 star hotels later - let me know if you wud like to participate.

Cheers
Parvez

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NH Renaissance Faire & Samhain Celebration '06 call for talent!

Gypsy~Rose — Sat, 11 Feb 2006 04:25:09 GMT

Hi everyone!

In an effort to get as many people involved and in-the-know as I can I am sending out this info. for the second annual NH Renaissance Faire before their calendars fill up. :)

This is a not-for-profit event founded/coordinated by me and filled with the talents of many wonderful volunteers. We raised $400 for the Blue Ocean Society; www.blueoceansociety.org last year and our charity that we're raising money for this year is the Baby John Fund; www.babyjohnfund.org

Sponsors and advertisers are much needed to help get the faire off to a running start again this year. Please visit the website for sponsorship and ad info.; www.nhrenfaire.com/sponsor.html If anyone is interested in being involved in the faire as a volunteer staff person, entertainer or merchant please let me know.

If you'd be so kind please spread the word about this event, since we're not-for-profit there is no budget for advertising... word of mouth really helps!

Thanks, in advance, for your time. The new website is at; www.nhrenfaire.com I look forward to hearing from you!

)O(
Shannon aka Gypsy~Rose, NHRF founder/coordinator
http://www.gypsyroses.org
http://che4u.deviantart.com

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Got Bodhran?

Vash — Tue, 17 Jan 2006 22:15:26 GMT

I have recently started a new tribe for bodhran players/maker/enthuseists. Please drop by http://tribes.tribe.net/bodhran and join the discussions.

We'll be talking about everything and anything in any way related to bodhrans and the music made with them.

Thanks for your time.

~Vash

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Seamus Kennedy

Caroline — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 02:36:15 GMT

Tue Jan 10, 2006 - Thu Jan 12, 2006
8:30pm Seamus Kennedy
London Bridge Pub , Monterey, CA
Phone: (831)635-2879
acoustic, celtic, comedy, contemporary, eclectic, folk, traditional
Fri Jan 13, 2006
8:30pm Seamus Kennedy
The Black Rose , Santa Rosa, CA
Phone: (707)546-0073
http://www.theblackrosepub.com
acoustic, celtic, comedy, contemporary, eclectic, folk, traditional

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Dougie Maclean USA Tour February 2006

Caroline — Thu, 05 Jan 2006 22:34:12 GMT

FEBRUARY
USA

Fri 3rd- PITTSFIELD MA The Berkshire Museum Tel: 413-443-7171 ext 10 (box office & main desk) 413-443-7171 ext 0 (after hours) www.berkshiremuseum.org

Sat 4th- HOMER NY Center for the Arts of Homer Tel: 607 749 4900 www.center4art.org

Mon 6th- ROCKVILLE MD Institute of Musical Traditions Tel: 301 754 3611 www.imtfolk.org

Fri 10th- SEBASTOPOL CA Sebastopol Community Center Tel: 707 823 1511

Sat 11th- SANTA BARBARA CA Lobero Theater Tel: 805 963 0761 www.singslikehell.com

Sun 12th- SAN DIEGO CA Sherwood Auditorium, MCASD, La Jolla Tel: 619 224 1297 www.e-ticketsnow.com or www.ticketmaster.com/venue/82078

Wed 15th- EUGENE OR WOW Hall, Community Center for the Performing Arts Tel: 541 687 2746 (tickets on sale from Jan 15th) www.wowhall.org

Fri 17th- PORTLAND OR Hollywood Theatre Tel: 206 632 8499 www.ticketswest.com

Sat 18th- SEATTLE WA Town Hall Tel: 206 528 8523 www.seafolklore.org

Sun 19th- ANCHORAGE AK Discovery Theatre Tel: 907 263 2787 www.tickets.com

Website
http://www.dougiemaclean.com/dougie.htm

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Browne Jenkyn Performances

alexia — Fri, 06 Jan 2006 17:02:51 GMT

Jan 24 7-9pm @
Katie's Coffehouse
1 1/2 Crosswicks Street
Bordentown, NJ
(609) 324-7800

March 15 2-4 pm @
Failte Coffehouse
9 E Broad Street
Hopewell, NJ
(609)466-6681

Browne Jenkyn performs traditional music of the British Isles, as well as more recent and original pieces written in the traditional style. Their repertoire consists of songs of adventure, love and betrayal, death and the other world; along with a vast array of instrumental numbers including jigs, reels, waltzes and marches.
Their rustic, often dark sound is evocative of the woods and fields, festivals and beliefs found among the ancient peoples of the British Isles. BROWNE JENKYN weaves a colorful tapestry of folklore and music to stir the imagination.

www.brownejenkyn.com

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Irish Trad in NYC, anyone?

Peter — Thu, 29 Dec 2005 21:17:15 GMT

Hi, all... :)

I was just wondering if any other tradites in this tribe are in the NYC area...

Slan,
Peter

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New to this Site!!

Caroline — Thu, 29 Dec 2005 20:44:20 GMT

Hello
I am new to this site and I just wanted to say hello.I have posted on the event page on a few Burns Suppers that my fiance is performing at if anyone is interested on going to next month.Thankyou
Caroline

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Reccomendations of Music

clintono — Wed, 07 Sep 2005 21:27:49 GMT

I am wondering if anyone can recommend a few artists. I am pretty new to Celtic music... just aware of the 60's folk-rock type stuff, and what I've heard in jam sessions. I am most interested in acoustic-type things, more authentic.
Thanks
CLinton

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Samhain Ceili' / Renaissance Faire in NH call for talent

Gypsy~Rose — Wed, 12 Oct 2005 01:36:19 GMT

{I apologize for any cross posts, time is growing near and one last wave of recruitment is going out.}

The NH Renaissance Faire & Samhain Celebration is gaining momentum but I am hoping to find a band or person to play some songs for the Samhain Ceili' slot if nothing else, (5pm-7pm on Sat. night, October 29th).

This is a not for profit event with partial proceeds going to the Blue Ocean Society of Portsmouth, NH and the rest being put toward next year's faire. The event is the 29th and 30th of October, 2005, and will be in Kingston, NH, (only about an hour from Boston, MA or Manchester, NH and even less from the Portsmouth, NH area!)

There are lots of things being lined up, from dragons and fairies and singing to unicorns, kids activities, masquerade, drumming, fire dancers/belly dancers, storytellers and lots more!

Please visit the website for details; www.gypsyroses.org/NHRF.html The event is also listed under the events category in most of the troupes I am posting this to.

*Everyone is a volunteer this year*, (including me), but you will have a link from the website with a small bio. and pic if you like as well as mention in our brochure if you give me the info. I need to post it. As for merchants the space is very reasonably priced but work should be handcrafted by you preferably.

Please drop me a line ASAP if you'd like to volunteer or merchant. Thank you for your time, in advance, we hope to see you at the faire!

)O(
Shannon aka Gypsy~Rose
www.gypsyroses.org
Tip Make a mistake? Click the Edit button to fix it.

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the sebastopol celtic festival last week....

Dreamtree — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 01:56:10 GMT

oh my...it was sooo sweet.....bohola was amazing, but my fave was
le vent du nord from quebec.........I am still high! anyone else see it?
the website for future reference is www.cumuluspresents.com
put it on your calendar for next year, if you can come to northern california, of course!

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Celtic music fest in CT this weekend

Wed, 28 Sep 2005 12:45:06 GMT

Here is what I am doing this weekend, looks to be a wonderful time, with great music and good beer.

http://www.oldeburnsidebrewing.com/PIV.html

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the 2005 Faerieworlds Festival!!

Vash — Wed, 20 Apr 2005 21:39:29 GMT

The magic of the Faerieworlds Festival returns to the Pacific Northwest for a weekend of extraordinary live music, world-renowned art, elaborate multimedia and stunning live performances.

We invite you to join us in the beautiful forest outside Eugene, Oregon on July 23rd and 24th at the Secret House Winery, for a very special weekend of magic and celebration. Visit www.faerieworlds.com for complete details.

TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE AT WWW.FAERIEWORLDS.COM
Space is limited so buy your tickets now to be sure you don't miss the magic. Faerieworlds features many of the world's great artists, crafters, musicians and folklorist whose work reflects the magic and beauty of the faerie realm. Join us this summer in the beautiful green valley of Secret House Winery for a time you'll never forget.

COMPLETE 2005 FAERIEWORLDS LINEUP TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
Faerieworlds is proud to announce that this years event will feature world-renowned Irish vocalist Karan Casey on Sunday July 24th. The mythic band Woodland, with the Brian Froud Faerie Lightshow, will be featured on the evening of Saturday July 23rd and once again Trillian Green will be featured on Sunday July 24th. Other acts also include Celtic Fiddle Festival's Kevin Burke, Gaia Consort, Fiddlehead, Trance Zen Dance, Loranes Well and more. The complete lineup for this years festival will be announced through the website in the coming weeks. Please stay tuned to www.faerieworlds.com for updates.

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looking for a new bodhran

Sara — Thu, 07 Jul 2005 00:36:25 GMT

Well, not necessarily new. Anyone know of a good maker in the Bay Area?
-Sara

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Scottish mandolin for sale

Maembe — Sun, 10 Jul 2005 22:23:23 GMT

I need to sell my mandolin, which I recently brought over from the UK.
It's handcrafted by Freshwater of Scotland, electro-acoustic and in very good condition. Comes with case, rainbow/leather strap, spare strings... has a sweet woody sound.
It cost $750 new, and I'm asking $400 for it.
Please call Kate: 510 395 4479
We don't have tribe in the UK and I think I posted this in the wrong place first time around...sorry guys...

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The Only Book About Loreena McKennitt

Niema — Tue, 14 Jun 2005 19:26:40 GMT

I just wrote a book called "Travels With Loreena McKennitt - My Life as a Friend”. According to one London journalist, "It's not only a must for every Loreena McKennitt fan but for anyone interested in the phenomenon of "Celebrity"”. The book is a behind-the-scenes look into the world of stardom and the consequences of fame. It is a gripping tale focusing on the relationship of two close friends and the impact on the friendship when one rockets to superstardom.

Many of you know Loreena through her music and her concert appearances. My book is about Loreena behind the footlights, about Loreena not only as a talented and famous musician but as a real human being.

For more information about me, my books and how to order signed and dedicated copies, please visit my website at http://www.niemaash.com or email me at purpleinc@fastmail.fm.

Niema Ash

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Cairde Irish Music Trio

Wed, 13 Apr 2005 07:51:15 GMT

I am booking gigs for the Irish Trio Cairde (Irish for Friends), based out of Sacramento California. The band performs concerts, educational seminars, weddings, wakes, dinner theater, and festivals.

The Trio consists of:

Liam Irish on Uileean Pipes, Concertina, Harp, Accordian, Tin Whistle, Irish Flute, The Saw, Hammered Dulcimer, Dulcimer, Glute, Mandolin, Irish War Pipes, Bagpipes, bodhran, and many, many more.

Dan Little on Fiddle, Guitar, Vocals

and Karen Rader on Bodhran, percussion, and Storytelling.

For booking info: Contact me through tribe or visit www.cairdemusic.com

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Folk Harper's Muse

moonsidhe — Wed, 13 Apr 2005 07:15:59 GMT

Hello Celtic ones!

For anyone interested in some info and conversational banter over the harp, please have a visit to folkharp.tribe.net

I spent a little time at Janet Harbison's Harp center in Castleconnel, Co. Limerick, so if you have any questions, please do give us a shout :-)

All the best!

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13th Annual World Rhythm Festival

Vash — Wed, 30 Mar 2005 00:09:03 GMT

In case anyone is on the area, or would like to be. I
will be teaching an “Intro to Celtic Percussion”
workshop on Saturday May 21st at the 13th Annual World
Rhythm Festival (http://www.swps.org/wrf/) in Seattle
Washington.

The Annual World Rhythm Festival is the largest free
percussion festival in the world. The 12th annual
festival, held in the Spring of 2003, featured more
than 80 artists presenting more than 50 participatory
teaching workshops and 20 performances highlighting
percussive arts from around the world. Offered
completely for free to the public, the three day
festival is presented by the Seattle World Percussion
Society, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The
Festival offers something to all age groups, all
cultures and all rhythmic traditions. All are welcome
to come and learn, grow and play as one.

My full schedule includes a 30 minute “introduction”
performance at 12noon on Saturday, followed by a 75
minute “Intro to Celtic Percussion” worshop which will
feature info on history, regional & international
playing techniques, construction styles, and Q&A for
Bodhran, Bones & Spoons (I usually include photos and
mention of the Lambeg but I haven’t got one to play,
so….

Then on Sunday I’ll present a 75 minute “Intro to
Handheld Double Concussion Plaques & Ladels – (Bones,
Spoons & Beyond)”workshop. The workshop will feature
in depth discussion of the world history, usues, and
playing styles for bones, spoons, knives, forks,
clave, etc…

BOOMtapataCLICK!
Vash ;-)~

Join my e-mailing list:
http://www.bodhranai.jackalpress.com/contact.html

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Paddy Keenan Shows!

Greg — Wed, 16 Mar 2005 00:41:25 GMT

Paddy Keenan - the great pipe player, of Bothy Band fame, is doing a US tour of sorts with a few SF Bay area shows this week.

Tonight in Santa Cruz - I'll be there...

March 15th, The Kuumbwa, 320 Cedar St.,
Santa Cruz, CA
7:30pm - $15 or $14 Celtic Society members.

March 16 - The Black Rose Irish Pub - 8:30 pm
2074 Armory Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

March 18 - Plough and Stars - 9 pm
116 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA
(415) 751-1122

For more shows and info:
http://www.paddykeenan.com/schedule.htm

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Wanted! St Patty's day performance artists, musicians, dancers, etc.

triclops — Fri, 18 Feb 2005 22:29:59 GMT

Howdy pilgrims,

I work for a company that is throwing a St. Patrick ’s Day party for their employees. I ’m looking for some potential entertainment that is in the theme. Since this is a typical corporate affair, it will need to be clean and tasteful. Nothing too mind shattering, of course. Irish bands, dancers, leprechauns, you know, standard stereotypical fare. Anyone have any ideas or experience doing something like this? If so, shoot me a message.

Spanks!

C

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Band or Sessions?

Greg — Wed, 25 Feb 2004 07:49:37 GMT

Do you play in an actual band or do you just play at sessions? If you play in a band, do you have a website for your band? With tunes we can listen to?

My old pub band: http://www.breech.net/paddys_pig/ ...I moved, but they still play occassionally.

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Slow Play Sessions

Greg — Sat, 04 Dec 2004 20:25:27 GMT

Anyone here in the San Jose/South Bay area interested in starting up our own slow play sessions?

For info on slow play sessions see: http://www.slowplayers.org

Basically they are sessions (that can even be held at a private residence) where the tunes are played half speed (or thereabouts) to help beginner to intermediate musicians learn to play better and also for more advanced musicians to learn more tunes in a helpful setting. All skill levels are welcome though.

I could host if need be. Anyone interested?

There used to be one in the SJ area, but I contacted the group organizer and was told they weren't really meeting anymore...

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Irish Gaelic Tribe

FyreChyld — Thu, 18 Nov 2004 08:12:11 GMT

Come learn gaelic. If you speak it, come teach it. http://slainte.tribe.net/

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The Irish

bingfutch — Tue, 26 Oct 2004 04:16:48 GMT

from the isle, arrived in this country
with not very much to my name
but that name I have carried from Dublin to Derry
I'll carry it here just the same

said my father to me, "best prepare for the winter
'tis rough in the snow and the cold
every season of death and re-birth you'll be living
God willin', you'll live til' you're old

I crossed the river, I crossed the sea
I shall stand and deliver, it's the Irish in me

the footprints I follow from Lexington Hollow
lead up to North Michigan shores
there some kinfolk from Blarney, New Ross and Killarney
have all settled in by the scores

and they tell us there's plenty of work here
for hungry young lassies and lads
there is milk, there is honey and plenty of money
to send home to our mothers and dads

It's been seven long years in this country
I long for my home 'cross the sea
the government here is no better than anywhere else
least it seems so to me

be courageous and strong all ye sons and daughters
be certain no passion you lack
may the road always rise to meet you
may the wind always be at your back

10/25/04

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P-Towns hottest new band

FyreChyld — Sun, 17 Oct 2004 00:34:44 GMT

Hey you all! Whats shaking?
Hey Oct. 21 at the Bitter End (1981 W. Burnside), starting 8pm, no cover charge. Their Vaudevillian humor & melodic/harmonic intensity zig-zags through time from Victornian sea chanties to P-funkish grooves with skillful, yet spacious arrangements. I'm talking about non-other than that band beyond bands, "FOLKRUM". Come see them. I'll be there.
Come join their Tribe & watch them grow. folkrum.tribe.net

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Useful Websites for Folk Musicians

Greg — Thu, 12 Feb 2004 15:06:21 GMT

The Session - http://www.thesession.org
A most excellent tune exchange site. Over 4,700 tunes on file there!

ABC file Convert-o-matic - http://www.concertina.net/tunes_convert.html
Turn a tune in ABC format (as available from thesession.org) into .gif images, midi files, or high quality sheet music in .pdf fomat.

More info on the ABC tune format (or "musical notation language"): http://www.gre.ac.uk/~c.walshaw/abc/

Anyone know any more? Post them here.

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chords

ari_moshe — Mon, 19 Apr 2004 02:25:04 GMT

hi guys
could anyone suggest sweet sounding irish chord progressions? im simply interested in developing them when i play.

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To sean-nos or not to sean-nos?

stari — Thu, 25 Mar 2004 05:27:29 GMT

Anyone else familiar with the sean-nos style of singing? I learned a few songs when I was at Evergreen State College(in Olympia WA.) during the Irish Experience program. Also, some friends of mine and I are looking for ceilis in the Bay area...any leads? Go Raibh Maigh Agat!

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HSMF!

FyreChyld — Mon, 05 Apr 2004 22:57:55 GMT

Yepper! Its that time of the year again. Nothing like a bunch of Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo & Fiddle Playing Hippies out in the Giant Redwoods, No?

http://www.hsmusic.net/hsmf

See you all there!

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For Starters... Sessions!

Greg — Fri, 13 Feb 2004 08:36:40 GMT

If you are a beginning musician and/or new to playing Irish, Scottish and British folk music, you might want to check out a "Slow Players Session".

These sessions play all the music (jigs, reels, airs, etc.) at half speed, and gradually play tunes faster as everyone becomes familiar with the tune. A great way to practice your instrument or just learn new tunes.

To see if there's one near you, or to find out how to start your own visit:

http://www.slowplayers.org/

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Welcome to the Irish and Celtic Musicians Tribe!

Greg — Thu, 12 Feb 2004 14:16:59 GMT

Welcome all,

A place for musicians interested in Traditional (or "roots") Irish, Scottish and British folk music to meet, exchange ideas and tunes, talk about instruments or organize a session at a local pub. Make music!

Whether you're a beginning musician, a decent musician new to Irish/Celtic music or an experienced sessioner...you're in the right place.

Note: I know there's a similar tribe on here already. However, I didn't find it at first since I was searching for "Irish Music". No hits came up. So, I thought I make one that would come up for a variety of searches.

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Intermediate Irish class # 9 (youtube)

Trouz Bras Concert Sampler

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Go mbeannai Dia anseo!

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where to find a pan flute for sale ???

I WILL BE BACK........tee heee giggle giggle....

Celtic Harp / World fusion concert - Berkeley 11/8/06 8PM

Triskela Celtic Harp Trio at Grace Cathedral - 11/10/06 Free!

Free Harp concert & lecture -- SF Main Library 11/14/06

Free "Wicked Tinkers" MP3

where to buy a harp?

My Lil' Pagan Shop Online

free Celtic harp concerts at Solano Stroll - 9/10/06

New group for Irish flute & whistle players!

Ga university goes celtic

calling all Celtic/Irish flute and/or whistle players! :)

Peter Daldry at Tiernan's Irish Pub & Restaurant & Up Coming Gigs

new Druid tribe

Ride Share Tribe

ok, stupid question

Where in L.A. to catch good music?

What did you do music-wise, to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

Free summer concert in the park- Molly's Revenge

Irish music online

*Crying* My Bodhrán skin broke!

Summer Solistice

Cullan's Hounds at the San Francisco Accordion Festival on 6-4-2006

Up Coming Performances~Peter Daldry

Celtic & Latin harp concert Sat. 6/3 in Berkeley

Celt Appeal

Irish Bouzouki info.

Tartan Day April 8,2006-Ardenwood Fremont

Take ur music to India !

NH Renaissance Faire & Samhain Celebration '06 call for talent!

Got Bodhran?

Seamus Kennedy

Dougie Maclean USA Tour February 2006

Browne Jenkyn Performances

Irish Trad in NYC, anyone?

New to this Site!!

Reccomendations of Music

Samhain Ceili' / Renaissance Faire in NH call for talent

the sebastopol celtic festival last week....

Celtic music fest in CT this weekend

the 2005 Faerieworlds Festival!!

looking for a new bodhran

Scottish mandolin for sale

The Only Book About Loreena McKennitt

Cairde Irish Music Trio

Folk Harper's Muse

13th Annual World Rhythm Festival

Paddy Keenan Shows!

Wanted! St Patty's day performance artists, musicians, dancers, etc.

Band or Sessions?

Crying My Bodhrán skin broke!