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Pre-Halloween Music News

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As the world turns, the music spins. We have music news as well as up and coming. Thank goodness it’s a weekend. The week went by in a blur. What have you been doing folks? If you ask me, been busy with domestic stuff as well as renewing old ties with friends. And nothing beats the moment of having the soundtrack of your life help you recall those moments in time when everything was perfect and you thought that moment was not going to end….

First up is the upcoming concert of fiddle maestro Maurice Lennon: The time: 31 October · 21:00 – 23:30. The venue: Traditional Harcourt Sessions, Harcourt Hotel, Harcourt St Dublin 2. Here’s the specific invite for those who are interested, additional info here:

Bank Holiday Monday Special Concert !

Tickets in Advance €10 cc Bookings to 01 4783677 No Fees charge Generous Student/Sen Citz Concessions with ID on night

Adm on door on night €12 . Visit the following website for more info:

http://www.mauricelennon.com/

Coming Soon

I think this is an event not to be missed. I love his style and I am sure you want to bring your friends along for some craic after great music.

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Dornoch Castle hotel will be shaking with musical vibration and good vibes. This is going to be a fund raising headed by Scottish painter Paul Taggart.

Date:

04 November at 19:00 – Sunday, 04 March 2012 at 23:30

Venue:

Dornoch Castle Hotel

Castle Street

Dornoch, United Kingdom

Find more info in these links:

FB LINKS

RNLI – https://www.facebook.com/rnli

ESRA Dornoch Lifeboat – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dornoch-Firth-Lifeboat/118113264958560?ref=ts&sk=wall

Dornoch Castle Hotel – https://www.facebook.com/DornochCastle?sk=info

Whisky Collectors – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Whisky-collector/327387785355?sk=wall

Corralach – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Corralach/278643255496013

‘Awash with the RNLI’ Paul Taggart fund-raising project – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Artist-Author-Paul-Taggart-Awash-with-the-RNLI-fund-raisers/150537801669098

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TRADITIONAL AND FOLK CONCERT for The RISE FOUNDATION

Yeah folks. Here’s another musical treat you shouldn’t miss. Lots of musicians coming over and playing for your listening pleasure.

Time:

07 November at 20:30 – 08 November at 00:30

Venue: Harcourt Hotel, 60 Harcourt St, Dublin 2 @ 8.30 pm

Check this info out:

RISE – (Recovery in a Safe Environment)

The RISE FOUNDATION is a registered charity founded by

Singer Frances Black in 2008 focused on the family of those

in addiction (alcohol, drugs,gambling, food etc…)

For further information and new Projects underway i.e Rathlin Island Project Email http://www.risefoundation.ie

SPECIAL GUESTS and all those listed are giving their services free

and ALL proceeds to The RISE FOUNDATION.

LIMITED NO OF TICKETS AT HOTEL €12 purchased in advance

from Hotel . Tickets are already selling prior to announcement of

Concert and its advised that you collect or book yours now.

cc Bookings to 01 4783677 office hours

ADM on NIGHT €15

All proceeds to The RISE FOUNDATION.

VERY SPECIAL GUESTS TO BE ANNOUNCED in coming days will join the following

Cathy Jordan DERVISH

Seamus Begley and friends,

Niamh Ni Charra,

Triona Marshall and Alyth Mc Cormack

Martin Tourish

Brenda Castles

Roisin O’Reil,

Aoife Scott Band

CIORRAS

Aimee Farrell Courtney and many many more to be added.

Some Traditional and Sean Nos Dancers will grace the floor during the Concert !

SPECIAL GUESTS to be announced during the week

Further info from harcourtsessions@gmail.com

Hmmm… some great names in music there. I am sure this will be a night to remember.

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Check out Tim Edey and Brendan Power with Ross Couper and Tom Oakes. Amazing musicians getting together to bring you excellent music.

Time:04 November at 20:00 – 05 November at 00:00

Venue:

The Cumberland Arms

James Place Street

Newcastle, United Kingdom

More info: Duo Tim Edey and Brendan Power with Scottish/Irish fiddle and guitar duo Ross Couper and Tom Oakes

Doors at 8pm

Gig to begin at 8.30pm

Tickets are £10 in advance

£12/£10 on the door

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Now check this nice tune from the group Scottish  Manran. Can’t get enough of the music. Vocally, instrumentally and concept wise…love them!!!!

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For those who don’t have a copy of Feels Like Home by The Celtic Tenors, I encourage you to get one. You will really, really enjoy the music. If you love traditional Irish music, Celtic Thunder, The High Kings, Anuna, and Gregorian, then you will love the combination in The Celtic Tenors.

The guys are:

MATTHEW GILSENAN 

Matthew Gilsenan was born into a hard-working farming family in North Meath. Steeped in the local musical traditions and raised by parents who shared a great love for music, from the great composers to obscure Irish folk, Matthew (along with all his siblings) was born to sing.

His classical training started in the Sisters of Mercy convent in Kells, Co.Meath, aged 10, and progressed to some of the great Irish and Scottish teachers. Although he ventured into opera and classical singing, Matthew never lost his love for the music of his youth, in particular the vibrant contemporary Irish music which is his great source of inspiration.

Matthew’s busy singing life ran in parallel with his engineering career, but his desire to sing was too strong, and ten years ago he turned to singing professionally.

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JAMES NELSON 

James Nelson, from Sligo, is a BA.,B.Mus (Hons) graduate from UCD, and a student of David Harper (UK), Britta Sundberg(SWE) & Edith Forrest (IRL).

Highlights from an oratorio rep of 60 works include Golgotha (Martin) in Bern&Zurich, and L’Enfance du Christ (Berlioz) alongside Katia Ricciarelli in Rome. More than 50 roles in opera include Pinkerton (Butterfly) in Kent, Lensky (Onegin), Alfredo (Traviata), Tichon (Katya) in Portugal, Basilio (Figaro) with Raymond Leppard for Scottish Opera, and roles for Opera Ireland, Opera Theatre Co, Singapore Lyric, New Israeli, and Wexford & Buxton Festivals.

James writes a column for the “Sligo Weekender”, and is part of an ongoing building project in Nairobi (Kenya) helping give AIDS orphans a second chance at life, as well as teaching them music&performing in concerts with the kids. A debut CD is available – “Cheryl’s Children – On Top of the World”.

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DARYL SIMPSON 

Daryl Simpson, from Omagh in Northern Ireland, studied singing with tenors Peter Alexander Wilson and Nicolai Gedda, and completed his Opera Masters Degree at the Alexander Gibson Opera School in Glasgow.

Daryl joined Opera Theatre Company’s “Young Associate Artist Scheme”, performing in many recitals and broadcasts, and in Monteverdi’s Coronation of Poppea. Daryl furthered his studies at Zurich’s “Internationales Opern Studio”, where he sang Tamino (Die Zauberflute), and roles in Les Mamelles de Tirusias (Poulenc) for Oper Zurich.

As well as performing worldwide on the concert platform, Daryl is also the Musical Director of the Omagh Community Youth Choir, which was set up in the wake of the Omagh atrocity to promote peace and reconciliation through music.

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COLM ROGAN – MUSICAL DIRECTOR. 

Colm Rogan was born in County Louth into a very musical family. He began piano lessons aged 8 and succeeded quickly, earning a distinction in his final grade by age 15. From there, Colm developed a love of all kinds of music including Pop, Blues and Rock, and dedicated time to becoming proficient in other instruments including guitar, bass and drums.

Colm went on to graduate from the National University of Ireland, Maynooth with a B.Mus (Hons) degree, specialising in composition. During his time at Maynooth, Colm was active in meeting Ireland’s foremost composers and his compositions have been performed by members of the RTE Symphony Orchestra.

After completing his studies at Maynooth, Colm spent time working as a live and recording artist before taking up the position of Musical Director of the Celtic Tenors.

Colm is thrilled about his future with the Celtic Tenors and is delighted to be touring as a vital part of the team.

From November to December, they will be in the US for concerts:

USA 2011
Date Venue time
25 Nov 11 Katherine Hepburn Theater, Old Saybrook, CT. 8pm
26 Nov 11 Mayo Center for PA, Morristown, NJ. 8pm
27 Nov 11 Strand Theatre, Zelienople, PA. 7.30pm
29 Nov 11 Hiwassee College, Madisonville,TN. 7.30pm
02 Dec 11 The Clarion,Brazosport College, Lake Jackson, Texas. 7.30pm
03 Dec 11 Piney Woods Arts Center, Crockett, TX.
07 Dec 11 McCain Auditorium, Manhattan, Kansas.
08 Dec 11 Lied Center, Lincoln, Nebraska. 7.30pm
09 Dec 11 Stiefel Center, Salina, Kansas. 8pm
10 Dec 11 Lied Center, Lawrence, Kansas. 7.30pm
11 Dec 11 Budweiser Events Center, Loveland, Colorado.
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Source of info:  http://www.celtic-tenors.com/

Celtic Dreams, Vol. 1:Grab your Copies!

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Celtic Dreams is one exciting compilation with fresh talents you might have heard already and those you are yet to discover. It contains one song from Jenne Lennon called Anam/Spirit which displays her vocal prowess and skill in gathering atmosphere even in stripped down acoustic settings.  Quickstar has goodies to share and this is one interesting album from a label that unites artists from all parts of the globe sharing one common musical culture.

Prevews and samples can be found here

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Check  out the Weekly Inspiration : http://www.weeklyinspiration.co.uk/Art/Blog/Blog.html

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Check this out:

Tim Edey playing his brand new Saltarelle Melodeon

Beautiful isn’t it?

Check his site: http://www.myspace.com/timedey

…And take a look at this beautiful Paul Taggart Album:



Black is the Color (Three versions)

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The first time I heard this piece was an instrumental version.  Since then the melody has haunted me. So much more when I discovered the lyrics. I did some research and the history is kind of vague. But there are references to Scotland. I would like to feature Christy Moore, Cara Dillon and of course Nina Simone who popularized this piece in the mid 20th century. Wow  can you believe that this is the next century?

I found out about Nina Simone a couple of years ago after listening to a lot of French standards and it is refreshing to hear this song interpreted in a different style but still reflecting the same intense sentiments.

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Win a Unique Original Watercolour

Artist & Author Paul Taggart is delighted to have been, once more, invited back to participate at the Highland Field Sports Fair on August 6th & 7th 2010.

Paul will be working at his easel in the main ring and other locations over the two days, to capture the heart of this impressive fair in one of his on-the-spot works of art.

Catch Paul as he works away on a number of scenes and you could be in with a chance to win the finished painting signed by all those featured and Mrs Celia Mackintosh of Mackintosh (Moy Estate).

Last year’s winning Prize Draw ticket was bought in aid of Pets As Therapy, by Gillian Rammage (Aberdeenshire), who was thrilled to be the lucky recipient of the framed watercolour.

“Once again, I am delighted to donate the finished watercolour to the Highlands, Islands and Grampian branch, to help in their fund-raising work. This deserving cause has become an established presence at the Fair.” reveals Paul Taggart.

“Last year’s painting featured the Duke of Buccleuch’s Pack, Katy Cropper’s Dogs and Ducks, Skyhigh Falconry, Moray Firth Spaniel & Retriever Club, Original Smokies from Arbroath, Chuck from the USA working with farrier Robin Pape, musicians Bruce MacGregor and Brian O’hEadra and last, but not least – the inimitable Robbie Trophy Terrier Racing (presented by Mrs Mackintosh).”

So please watch out for this author of fourteen books, as he wields his brushes over the two days whilst also being filmed for some videos.

Do not miss this ‘unique’ opportunity to purchase a Prize Draw ticket and be in with a chance of bagging yourself a winning watercolour to help this worthwhile cause.

Paul’s Commemorative Limited Edition Print which captures the art and soul of Moy Fair is on display and available to purchase at the fair**.

To reflect the Fair’s role as a benefactor of local causes, Paul has dedicated the entire edition of 100 copies of the print as a fund-raiser. £80 from each copy sold is remitted to the Highland Field Sports Fair Committee Surplus Funds for disbursement to various charities and deserving causes.

The commemorative print is taken from an original Oil Painting, featuring twelve miniature studies, in which the viewer is encouraged to enter at any point, then taken for a stroll around various events and highlights.

**Framed copies of the Highland Field Sports Fair commemorative limited edition print are also available to order from Paul direct and through his website.

Here is the direct link

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It’s Happening!

Band:Caladh Nua,Celtic Cross and Paul Taggart’s Lone Piper

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Today, I am inspired to think about kindness and what it does to people.  I tend to gravitate towards gentle people. Most of my longtime friends are gentle people. People think that there is something cool about bombastic attitude, you know the thrashing and all that. Perhaps there is safety in numbers. People love to be associated with the ‘stronger’ crowd . I know about bullying because I have been a victim. And it is not good. There is nothing to be gained in pain. And no one lives forever. One day we will shuffle off this mortal coil. Nothing remains but the good things you’ve taught to people( and even bad ones). let us all be remembered in kindness.

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Let me introduce you to a group of young ‘uns who are making glorious music from Kilkenny Ireland. Caladh Nua has been making traditional music with exceptional style. From the jazzy rendition of the traditional tune Cad e sin don te sin to the other energetic fiddling stuff, they stay interesting. For more info check their site out: http://caladh.net/

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Another band worth noting is New York based Celtic Cross. The vocals of Kathleen Fee  has a faint influence of Mary Black . Anyone who is into Pogues, De Dannan, Horslips and Planxty will love this energetic country tinged Celtic band. Check out their latest pics taken from the latest WFUV gig.

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Donie from Dublin has been giving me important links of the tunes he love. We have been chatting about 80s music and he sent me a link to a Phil Lynott video. I was very surprised because I have been missing this song.  Phil was a prominent member of Thin Lizzy-he WAS Thin Lizzy after all, and his legacy continues….

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New video from artist Paul Taggart.

He has a lot of interesting videos in his official channel

http://www.youtube.com/user/artistpaultaggart

This one is called “Lone Piper” from The Spirit of the Highlands  collection. Wow he does have a nice speaking voice. By the way, that is a beautiful painting. The colors are heavenly.

Northern Roots Festival as Chronicled in Brush by Paul Taggart

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Paul Taggart is a Scottish painter who recently became my contact in facebook. He uploaded and provided a link to this video, and now you have it. Look at his WORK in the middle of this video. One day I am going to ask questions from this artist and have them posted here. I listen to Hank Williams and this is a wonderful surprise.

Paul:

A further video from Northern Roots Festival 2010 featuring Dean Owens, Bruce MacGregor, Lorraine Lucas, Bob Massie and others at the “Are you sure Hank did it this way? tribute to Hank Williams. A wonderful Saturday afternoon had by all in the Musicians’ Snug & Bistro.


My friend from Ireland Donie Ryan ( also a painter sent me a link to a Christy Moore video. As you might remember, Donie became our guest last time when I ask him about his art. Here is the Video. Enjoy!

More news…..

Cecile Corbel will start her performance dates in Japan this August. one of which is the anticipated performance in Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall…

Here are the dates:

Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall
08/04/2010, 19:00
Festival Rock in Japan
08/07/2010, 00:00
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I finally got Fiona J MacKenzie’s new(autographed) CD  A Good Suit of Clothes (songs of the immigrant gael) and I tell you, I am so moved by the beautiful arrangement and her voice! I will write more about it here soon.

Just look at these reviews of her album: