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NZ Easybook Tours
Contact us for your travel needs to any destination worldwide. Our staff's special areas of interest include New Zealand, Scotland & Musical Tours! Email: anne-marie@easybooktours.co.nz |
Fiddler Magazine
http://www.fiddle.com/
LiveTrad.com www.livetrad.com
On-line streaming of traditional Irish music webcasts & links!!
Awesome website
Also links to all Irish Festivals ............
www.fleadhcheoil.ie and www.LiveTrad.com
LiveTrad also on Face Book
Celtic Internet Radio 24/7 of the Best:
live365 .........google & choose Celtic
My favourites are Celtic Radio
Highlander
Celtic Journey
& for you Scotties : Gardai Na Sean Criche
Free 24/7 of all the Celtic music you could want !!!!
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May
Girvan Folk Festival 2018 – 4th – 6th May
GUESTS INCLUDE: The Tannahill Weavers; Adam McNaughtan;Len Graham & Jack Lynch; Rita Gallagher; Lori Watson Trio; George Duff, Kevin MacLeod, John Martin, Leo McCann; Nick Dow; Eddie Seaman & Luc McNally; Maggie MacInnes Trio; Margaret Bennett; Susan McClure; Aileen Carr; Haggerdash; Fàilte; The Barrstools; Suitcase Circus; Irma Helou; The Tattiehowkers Ceilidh Band.
GUESTS INCLUDE: The Tannahill Weavers; Adam McNaughtan;Len Graham & Jack Lynch; Rita Gallagher; Lori Watson Trio; George Duff, Kevin MacLeod, John Martin, Leo McCann; Nick Dow; Eddie Seaman & Luc McNally; Maggie MacInnes Trio; Margaret Bennett; Susan McClure; Aileen Carr; Haggerdash; Fàilte; The Barrstools; Suitcase Circus; Irma Helou; The Tattiehowkers Ceilidh Band.
- It is a family festival.
- Its constitution and defined focus.
- Although it has a core committee, it was ‘owned’ by a larger group of people.
- It seeks out new performers.
- It books ‘special people’ – not necessarily stars, but people with an X factor.
- Its links with Ireland and England.
- It isn’t a ‘manufactured’ festival, it grew from established folk clubs and is organised by folk enthusiasts.
- It remains small and acoustic,
- It is on a Bank Holiday and runs for a full weekend.
- http://girvantraditionalfolkfestival.org.uk/
Hello and Welcome to Fiddle Fair 2018
Following on from our 25th anniversary in 2017 we are absolutely thrilled with our line-up for this year. We welcome back some old friends, some all-time favourites, and some amazing folk who have never been here before. With another couple of names to be announced during the coming days, our Schedule page will be under construction as we add bios, photos, and links so come back often to check that out in a few days.
We sincerely hope you'll agree that our line-up is extraordinary and we look forward to seeing you in May.
Declan
http://www.fiddlefair.com/
More information under Workshop/Festival Ireland Tab
Fiddle Fair Workshops 2018
Great value, stunning settings, very educational, savage craic!
To book email declan@fiddlefair.com or call Suzy Mccarthy on 086 3062944
Saturday 12th
11am: Traditional Irish style with Donal O'Connor
11am: Beginners Fiddle with Stephanie Coleman
2pm: Scandinavian style with Emma Ahlberg Ek
5pm: Breton style with Christian Lemaitre
Sunday 13th
11am: All kinds of style with Brittany Haas
2pm: All kinds of style with John McCusker
— withNatalie Haas, Brittany Haas, Emma Ahlberg Ek,Stephanie Coleman, John McCusker, Christian Lemaître, Donal O'Connor, UCC TradSoc, Suzy Mccarthy, Skibbereen Comhaltas Ceoltoirí Éireann,West Cork Music and CIT Cork School of Music.
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Hatton Castle May 12 - May 13 ·
Fiddle Weekend at Hatton Castle (May 2018) Details Another tremendous opportunity to hone your fiddling skills under the nurturing tutelage of 8 time fiddle champion Gregor Borland. Enjoy 2 full days, (Saturday and Sunday) of fiddle tuition. At Gregor's Fiddlingscool fiddle camps, you get more than just a tune... More than just the notes..it's about the bowing, bow management, ornamentation and the essence of the tune. These are all tools that will enhance your 'feel', understanding and playing of any tune!..All levels and experience of players are encouraged to join us. The evenings will be a chance to have a social session with other 'campers'. |
£80/day tuition, inclusive of light lunch.
Friday/Saturday Accommodation and other meals available at extra modest cost (TBC)
PM. EMMA THOMPSON for further details and any enquiries, or to register your interest. (Spaces may be limited, and a waiting list will apply if required)
Reviews:
"Gregor has the rare quality of being a first rank fiddler, and, a first class natural teacher."
"I came away totally inspired; just, feeling empowered to keep improving my playing"
"...and we made some good friends to boot, what fun!!"
fiddlingscool@gmail.com or learnscotsfiddle@gmail.com
www.fiddlingscool.com/
Full details and photos of castle under Camps/Workshop Tab Scotland
Friday/Saturday Accommodation and other meals available at extra modest cost (TBC)
PM. EMMA THOMPSON for further details and any enquiries, or to register your interest. (Spaces may be limited, and a waiting list will apply if required)
Reviews:
"Gregor has the rare quality of being a first rank fiddler, and, a first class natural teacher."
"I came away totally inspired; just, feeling empowered to keep improving my playing"
"...and we made some good friends to boot, what fun!!"
fiddlingscool@gmail.com or learnscotsfiddle@gmail.com
www.fiddlingscool.com/
Full details and photos of castle under Camps/Workshop Tab Scotland
NORDIC FIDDLERS BLOC
DATE: 16. May 2018
TIME: 20:00
LOCATION: Hexham, Northumberland, UK
VENUE: Hexham Abbey
DATE: 17. May 2018
TIME: 19:30
LOCATION: Lutterworth Rd, CV23 0QE, UK
VENUE: Pailton Village Hall
DATE: 18. May 2018
TIME: 19:30
LOCATION: Main Street, LE14 3AQ, UK
VENUE: Hickling Village Hall
DATE: 19. May 2018
TIME: 19:30
LOCATION: Mill Lane, LN9 5QQ, UK
VENUE: Hemingby Village Hall
DATE: 20. May 2018
TIME: 20:00
LOCATION: Wellfield Road, DE13 7AA, UK
VENUE: Alrewas Village Hall
DATE: 16. May 2018
TIME: 20:00
LOCATION: Hexham, Northumberland, UK
VENUE: Hexham Abbey
DATE: 17. May 2018
TIME: 19:30
LOCATION: Lutterworth Rd, CV23 0QE, UK
VENUE: Pailton Village Hall
DATE: 18. May 2018
TIME: 19:30
LOCATION: Main Street, LE14 3AQ, UK
VENUE: Hickling Village Hall
DATE: 19. May 2018
TIME: 19:30
LOCATION: Mill Lane, LN9 5QQ, UK
VENUE: Hemingby Village Hall
DATE: 20. May 2018
TIME: 20:00
LOCATION: Wellfield Road, DE13 7AA, UK
VENUE: Alrewas Village Hall
Altan Concert
Irish launch of The Gap of Dreams album.
19 th May 2018
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral
Dublin
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin is delighted to announce a unique partnership event with the exceptionally talented group Altan. Performing here on Saturday 19 May, doors at 19.30 – an act not to be missed!
All funds raised will be put directly towards a Welcome Dinner which will be held in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral on World Refugee Day. We will be welcoming a host of people who currently reside in Reception and Integration Accommodation Centre’s throughout the eastern region for dinner, creating a true Irish Welcome for people who are seeking refuge and support in Ireland.
Irish launch of The Gap of Dreams album.
19 th May 2018
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral
Dublin
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin is delighted to announce a unique partnership event with the exceptionally talented group Altan. Performing here on Saturday 19 May, doors at 19.30 – an act not to be missed!
All funds raised will be put directly towards a Welcome Dinner which will be held in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral on World Refugee Day. We will be welcoming a host of people who currently reside in Reception and Integration Accommodation Centre’s throughout the eastern region for dinner, creating a true Irish Welcome for people who are seeking refuge and support in Ireland.
John Spillane
Saturday, May 19 at 9 PM - 11 PM UTC+01
Arthur's Pub
28 Thomas Street, Dublin, Ireland
http://www.johnspillane.com/artist/video
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John Spillane is a musician, songwriter, performer, recording artist, storyteller, poet, dreamer – a canvass filled with color and brilliance. His music transports the listener; his live performance captivates the audience. In a world filled with strife and upheaval, a time-out with John Spillane is enough to ease the load a bit on anyone lucky enough to bask in his light. The man and his music are pure magic.
What makes John special is that he is an artist who knows how to deliver all that he has to offer to anyone of any age, male or female, no matter the musical preference. Place him in the genre of folk, acoustic, traditional, world or pop – that’s fine with John. He’s a man who is very comfortable in his skin. Whether performing solo with guitar, with gentle accompaniment or with full band before 10, 10,000 or 100,000, John entertains, charms, and mesmerizes. John is a native of Cork, the County he lovingly describes as “the centre of the universe”, and it has been a huge creative influence on him. Vocally, he is quite unique with an almost sean nós-like element in his singing and he is said to have a voice “full of honesty, commitment and sensitivity”. |
Two-time Meteor award winner, John is one of the most accomplished songwriters in Ireland today. Among those who have covered his songs are Christy Moore, Karan Casey, Pauline Scanlon, Cathy Ryan, Sharon Shannon, Sean Keane, George Murphy, to name a few. He performs to audiences large and small everywhere.
From his heart-warming visit to Senegal to film a “musical visit” for an Irish television series (where he met and played music with, among others, the legendary Baaba Maal), to his 2008 Australian tour where he sang the IrishNational Anthem before 45,000 people attending the Australia v. Ireland Ozzie Rules Football, to singing for the President of Ireland, Mary McAleese (by invitation), and so on ad infinitum … John’s performances shimmer with the magic realism that permeates many of his songs as he effortlessly flits between beautiful poetry tinged with melancholy to roguish, irreverent Cork humour. If you are looking for a night of good ‘craic’, a John Spillane show should not be missed. |
June |
Live By The Loch
will be taking place on Saturday 2nd June.
Broadwood's first ever music festival!
We are delighted to announce our first ever music festival which will be taking place at Broadwood Stadium on Saturday 2nd June
Scottish legend Dougie MacLean is set to kick the party off as he celebrates 40 years since the release of “Caledonia” one of the greatest Scottish anthems of all time.
Second act on the bill is Mànran, one of the best-known and best-loved Scottish bands on the scene today.
Top of the bill for Live by the Loch will be the Red Hot Chilli Pipers.
Dougie Maclean Solo Concert at Food in the ParkPublic
· Hosted by Food in the Park LIVE and Dougie MacLean
Sunday, June 3 at 7:30 PM - 9:45 PM UTC+01
Blair Atholl
· Hosted by Food in the Park LIVE and Dougie MacLean
Sunday, June 3 at 7:30 PM - 9:45 PM UTC+01
Blair Atholl
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Breabach - Black Isle Fiddle Weekend
Saturday, June 30 at 8 PM - 10 PM UTC+01
Victoria Hall, Cromarty
Scottish Folk Band of the Year 2016 'Breabach' play Cromarty's Victoria Hall as part of The Black Isle Fiddle Weekend.
July
Blazin' Fiddles - Frome Festival 2018
Sunday, July 8 at 7 PM - 11 PM UTC+01
The Cheese and Grain
Market Yard, Justice Lane, BA11 1BE Frome, Somerset
It's a real honour and privilege to welcome the pioneering folk fiddle supergroup on their first ever visit to the venue.
Touring to celebrate their 20th Anniversary and release of their latest album "The Key", Blazin' Fiddles never fail to bring the party!
The multi award winning fiddlers have introduced their brand of infectious and irresistible euphoria to audiences across the globe making them firm festival favourites with their unique sound augmented by wonderful keyboard and guitar accompaniments.
No other band captures Scottish fiddle music's variety, sensitivity and energy like this amazing band.
Like rare single malts, each member draws the distinct flavour from their particular part of the Highlands and Islands, coming together in a fiery blend to excite the senses!
They manage to combine everything there is to enjoy in their music- gently soothing melodies and the stirring glorious sound of multiple fiddles in harmony.
Their dynamism and enjoyment are truly infectious, creating an exhilarating and wonderful euphoria that comes from a passion for their music and a longing to share it.
"Incredible!" Mark Radcliffe
"A Blazin' Fiddles gig is an informal party complete with chaos, fun and natural enthusiasm" Fiddle Magazine
"Combining regional styles in a joyful soul-stirring show" Folk Radio UK
"The Led Zeppelin of the folk world!" The Scotsman
Sunday, July 8 at 7 PM - 11 PM UTC+01
The Cheese and Grain
Market Yard, Justice Lane, BA11 1BE Frome, Somerset
It's a real honour and privilege to welcome the pioneering folk fiddle supergroup on their first ever visit to the venue.
Touring to celebrate their 20th Anniversary and release of their latest album "The Key", Blazin' Fiddles never fail to bring the party!
The multi award winning fiddlers have introduced their brand of infectious and irresistible euphoria to audiences across the globe making them firm festival favourites with their unique sound augmented by wonderful keyboard and guitar accompaniments.
No other band captures Scottish fiddle music's variety, sensitivity and energy like this amazing band.
Like rare single malts, each member draws the distinct flavour from their particular part of the Highlands and Islands, coming together in a fiery blend to excite the senses!
They manage to combine everything there is to enjoy in their music- gently soothing melodies and the stirring glorious sound of multiple fiddles in harmony.
Their dynamism and enjoyment are truly infectious, creating an exhilarating and wonderful euphoria that comes from a passion for their music and a longing to share it.
"Incredible!" Mark Radcliffe
"A Blazin' Fiddles gig is an informal party complete with chaos, fun and natural enthusiasm" Fiddle Magazine
"Combining regional styles in a joyful soul-stirring show" Folk Radio UK
"The Led Zeppelin of the folk world!" The Scotsman
Blas Presents
Matt Molloy, John Carty
& Arty McGlynn
Wednesday, July 4 at 9 PM - 12 AM UTC+01
Dolans Pub
4 Dock Road, Limerick, Ireland Ireland
The 22nd Blas International Summer School of Irish Traditional Music and Dance proudly presents Matt Molloy, John Carty & Arty McGlynn as part of their public concert series in Upstairs Dolans Pub, Limerick City.
One of the most exciting Trad combinations of recent times, Matt Molloy and John Carty explore the rich and varied tapestry of the fiddle and flute tradition of North Connaught. They are delighted to be joined by Ireland’s number one guitar player, Arty McGlynn.
Considered by many as the greatest flute player of our time, Matt Molloy has been a member of The Chieftains for over three decades and was also a founding member of the legendary Bothy Band. His solo albums, as well as his trio recording with Tommy Peoples and Paul Brady in the late 70’s brought flute playing to a new level.
John Carty’s musical prowess has grown steadily since his debut recording 20 years ago and he has since produced a plethora of solo recordings. A member of the bands At the Racket and Patrick Street, John finds himself in constant demand as a musician and teacher. Both Matt and John are recipients of the prestigious TG4 Traditional Musician of the Year Award.
Arty is without question the finest guitar player in Ireland with a unique understanding of the music he performs. His first solo album, McGlynn's Fancy, was the first recording where the guitar is played in an authentic traditional style, and as such has been hailed as a classic in the traditional music world. His subtle and imaginative guitar playing is the perfect accompaniment to this unique duet.
Matt Molloy, John Carty
& Arty McGlynn
Wednesday, July 4 at 9 PM - 12 AM UTC+01
Dolans Pub
4 Dock Road, Limerick, Ireland Ireland
The 22nd Blas International Summer School of Irish Traditional Music and Dance proudly presents Matt Molloy, John Carty & Arty McGlynn as part of their public concert series in Upstairs Dolans Pub, Limerick City.
One of the most exciting Trad combinations of recent times, Matt Molloy and John Carty explore the rich and varied tapestry of the fiddle and flute tradition of North Connaught. They are delighted to be joined by Ireland’s number one guitar player, Arty McGlynn.
Considered by many as the greatest flute player of our time, Matt Molloy has been a member of The Chieftains for over three decades and was also a founding member of the legendary Bothy Band. His solo albums, as well as his trio recording with Tommy Peoples and Paul Brady in the late 70’s brought flute playing to a new level.
John Carty’s musical prowess has grown steadily since his debut recording 20 years ago and he has since produced a plethora of solo recordings. A member of the bands At the Racket and Patrick Street, John finds himself in constant demand as a musician and teacher. Both Matt and John are recipients of the prestigious TG4 Traditional Musician of the Year Award.
Arty is without question the finest guitar player in Ireland with a unique understanding of the music he performs. His first solo album, McGlynn's Fancy, was the first recording where the guitar is played in an authentic traditional style, and as such has been hailed as a classic in the traditional music world. His subtle and imaginative guitar playing is the perfect accompaniment to this unique duet.
See full details of the Blas Trad School under the Workshop Tab
August
Fusion Fighters Showcase 2018
- Featuring The Fusion Fighters Performance Crew & The Cast of Fusion Dance Fest.
Welcome to Fusion Fighters Showcase 2018, the show brought to you by the popular online community Fusion Fighters! The performance features world class musicians accompanying Fusion Fighters and the talented cast of Fusion Dance Fest 2018. The camp has grown into the most diverse Irish dance camp in the world with over 15 different nationalities in the cast and including various styles of dance taught by Show Stars, World Champions & Renowned Choreographers.
In 2017 the cast of Fusion Dance Fest were invited to perform on the Late Late Show, Fleadh TV, the Irish Dance World Championships and many viral video projects for major media brands including Irish Independant/ Irish Post/ Belfast Telegraph and Irish Central amassing over 100 Million views and gaining over 100K followers for the brand.
LIT Millennium Theatre Thursday 16 August 2018, 20:00
www.fusiondancefest.com
- Featuring The Fusion Fighters Performance Crew & The Cast of Fusion Dance Fest.
Welcome to Fusion Fighters Showcase 2018, the show brought to you by the popular online community Fusion Fighters! The performance features world class musicians accompanying Fusion Fighters and the talented cast of Fusion Dance Fest 2018. The camp has grown into the most diverse Irish dance camp in the world with over 15 different nationalities in the cast and including various styles of dance taught by Show Stars, World Champions & Renowned Choreographers.
In 2017 the cast of Fusion Dance Fest were invited to perform on the Late Late Show, Fleadh TV, the Irish Dance World Championships and many viral video projects for major media brands including Irish Independant/ Irish Post/ Belfast Telegraph and Irish Central amassing over 100 Million views and gaining over 100K followers for the brand.
LIT Millennium Theatre Thursday 16 August 2018, 20:00
www.fusiondancefest.com
September
October
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Galway Bay Music Feis
will herald the 15th year of the Galway Bay Celtic Music Feis! Celebrating Irish songs, ballads, players and bands that will be flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music and fun this October. We hope to see you there. Young Dubliners Celtica Pipes Molly's Revenge Such three from Many more . . . . . . http://celticmusicfeis.com/ |
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November
Perthshire Amber Festival
Friday 2nd November - Sunday 4th November 2018. The Royal Dunkeld Hotel is a former Coaching Inn and is over 250 years old. The spacious upstairs function room, dubbed "Wee Festival Hall" by the festival team, is the home for the afternoon Open Mic sessions and early evening Cabaret Amber concerts. By day it remains bright and airy with its large windows and high corniced ceiling and by night it is transformed with the help of our lighting and design team into an atmospheric and intimate performance space. Address: The Royal Dunkeld Hotel, Atholl Street, Dunkeld, Perthshire, PH8 0AR |
Dougie MacLean
is the founder of the Perthshire Amber Festival and features at many of the concerts. Dougie’s own Perthshire Amber Festival was described by US magazine Sing Out as “The most original acoustic music festival in Scotland today”. Through the festival he shares his inspiring music, celebrates the history and culture of his Perthshire home and showcases it’s beautiful scenery. The concerts, which are staged in a variety of wonderful venues, welcome high calibre musical guests from Scotland and abroad. http://perthshireamber.com/ |
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