Boston Irish Music School Masterclass Workshops Learn from some of the finest artists in Irish traditional music Members and friends are invited to participate in a special evening of Boston Irish Music School Masterclasses featuring three exceptional musicians and tutors direct from Ireland! Cathal Hayden – Fiddle & Banjo Dónal Murphy – Button Accordion & Concertina Alan G. …
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 …
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. 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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …