Holiday 2020 CCÉ Boston Newsletter
Here is your current edition of the Reynolds-Hanafin-Cooley Branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann newsletter.
Phyllis Reynolds, Rest In Peace
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. A Mighty Woman Frequently when speaking of Phyllis, you would hear it said, “Behind every great man is a great woman.” While true of Phyllis, it can also be said that she was a “mighty woman.” We all know and saw how she adored her husband, Larry, her …
A Virtual Tea Gathering
Come join us for a Reynolds-Hanafin-Cooley Virtual Tea Time Gathering on Sun Dec 6th from 4:00 pm to about 5:00pm. This is a chance to come together with friends to chat, have bit of craic and participate. Do you have a story, a joke, a song, a step or a tune to share? Let us know. Do plan on joining …
Join or Renew Your Membership
It’s Time to Renew Your Membership We’re happy to report that renewing just got easier! You can now sign up for, rejoin, or renew your membership online. Review the advantages of membership or go directly to the Membership Form where you can safely pay your dues online. Membership year runs from November 1, 2020 to October 31, …
Fall 2020 CCÉ Boston Newsletter
Here is your Fall 2020 edition of the Reynolds-Hanafin-Cooley Branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann newsletter. FALL 2020 CCÉ Boston Newsletter [PDF] (printable) Some Highlights from our Current Newsletter In a nod to the influence of the academic world, the fall is generally considered a time for new beginnings or renewals. Energized by down time in …
Chris Droney, R.I.P.
Chris Droney, Legendary Musician, R.I.P. Globally, the trad community is on ‘pause’ as they reflect on the life of Chris Droney, legendary concertina player from County Clare, after his passing at the age of 95. His legacy will continue for many years to come. Chris was also a family man and the beloved older brother of …
Joseph ‘Joe’ O’malley, R.I.P.
Joseph ‘Joe’ O’Malley, R.I.P. With sadness, we advise you of the recent passing of Joe O’Malley. May he rest In peace. Many of you knew Joe personally, a proud Connemara man, or have seen him often playing his accordion at our ceilis, fundraisers, or any other gatherings where Irish traditional music was to …
Summer2020 CCÉ Boston Newsletter
Here is your current edition of the Reynolds-Hanafin-Cooley Branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann newsletter.
The Donna Sheehan Reel
The Donna Sheehan Reel How do you support a set dancer diagnosed with ALS? If you are RHC member, Bill Black, you may compose a tune to “cheer her up a bit as she goes through whatever she’s facing…I figured that, being a set dancer, a reel would do no harm. And I think that’s the title I’ll use …
What’s happening in Comhaltas
Boston Comhaltas musicians will play at the Ceili Mor at the Irish Cultural Centre in Canton Sunday August 11th for a fun three hours of Irish music and dancing at the Irish Trad & Folk Music Weekend in the ICC Marquee Tent.