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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Helen foley, R.I.P.

Helen Foley,    R.I.P. Sad news from Worcester for the Irish Trad Community Helen Foley, a backbone of the Worcester Irish Trad community, passed away on December 20nd.   She battled cancer bravely with true grace for many years. Tribute from the Community Charlie O’Neill shared the following sentiments by email in telling us of Helen’s …

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John “Jack” Conroy, R.I.P.

Jack  Conroy R.I.P. A long term  member of our Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann community and Comhaltas Hall of Fame inductee (2004), Jack Conroy,  talented musician,  gifted teacher and  active member and supporter of our organization,  died in Milton on  November 9th, 2019. Playing since the ’50’s, he has left a footprint in the Irish community locally and …

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Boston CCE Music School Fall 2014

Fall Classes at the Boston CCE Music School Here are some highlights of the fall semester class offerings at the Boston CCE Music School. Children’s Classes Generally speaking, our Children’s Intro classes tend to be at 9:30, with other classes starting at 10. Beginner and improver classes will be earlier in the day, and more …

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