BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gerry O'Connor - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Gerry O'Connor X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gerryoconnor.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gerry O'Connor REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Karachi BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0500 TZOFFSETTO:+0500 TZNAME:PKT DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251112T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251112T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20251104T202114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T202114Z UID:46348-1762974000-1762981200@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:GOStrings DESCRIPTION:A breathtaking performance of traditional Irish fiddle tunes set to new\, original arrangements for Irish Fiddle Solo with String Quartet\, Quintet\, or Orchestra. This program is designed to share the elegant beauty & driving energy of the Irish fiddle tradition with orchestra programs in high schools and colleges\, as well as with smaller performing string ensembles. Tonight’s GO Strings ensemble is Hillary Wagner\, Jennifer Eyink\, Lois Ramey\, and Anna Bumiller Bowman. \nGerry grew up in Dundalk\, County Louth\, in a family of musicians. His mother\, Rose\, taught fiddle in their home for 40 years. Gerry’s musical history starts with winning All-Ireland titles in the late 60s-’70s\, travels through playing with master of Sligo fiddle player John Joe Gardiner\, and touring & recording with members of Planxty\, Bothy Band\, De Dannan\, Boys of the Lough\, and the Chieftains. Today\, Gerry tours with The Irish Rovers. As a soloist\, he performs\, teaches\, & lectures all over the world. He and his music show no signs of slowing down! URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/gostrings/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251110 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20250522T122804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T122804Z UID:46331-1762560000-1762732799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Austin Celtic Festival DESCRIPTION:The Austin Celtic Festival is a premier celebration of Celtic culture\, music and arts\, held annually in Austin\, Texas. This vibrant festival brings together top-tier performers\, musicians\, dancers\, and artists from around the world to showcase the rich traditions of Ireland\, Scotland\, Wales\, and other Celtic nations.\n​\nA friendly family event\, fun for all ages\, and open to all.\nGet your tickets today.\nNo tickets sales at the gate. Online only.\nDon Penzien and I will play and teach at The Austin Celtic Festival\, which offers the highest quality regional and international Celtic artists with an extraordinary lineup of talent \nParticipate as a student in the ACF School of Traditional Arts. From beginner courses to master workshops in music\, lectures\, you can leave the ACF with new techniques\,\ninsights and experiences. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/austin-celtic-festival/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish dance,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music,Irish song END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T193000 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20251005T174513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T174513Z UID:46340-1762025400-1762025400@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Rio Rancho NM DESCRIPTION:Evening House concert \nReservations / Info 404-863-7037. steplers@bellsouth.net URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/rio-rancho-nm/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20250614T121847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T121847Z UID:46333-1761177600-1761523199@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:O’Flaherty’s Irish Music Retreat\,  Texas DESCRIPTION:The O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat is the premier event in the lineup of educational camps and events organized by the Traditional Irish Music Education Society (TIMES). \nEach year\, we convene for three days of core classes\, enrichment classes\, workshops\, sessions\, concerts\, dances\, and camaraderie. The retreat is a culturally unique\, educational event where you can immerse yourself in traditional Irish music and dance with a community of motivated students and gifted teachers. \nNamed in honor of Jim O’Flaherty\, a musician who immigrated from Ireland to North Texas spreading the Irish music tradition through his family\, friends and community\, the O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat continues with the commitment to helping others learn\, enjoy\, and grow in this rich cultural tradition. Read about our history… \nEach year we invite internationally respected musicians and dancers from Ireland and beyond within the Irish music tradition to teach our classes and perform in concerts held at the Hoblitzelle Camp & Conference Center in Midlothian\, Texas. We also engage a core group of local and area-wide volunteers and staff who are dedicated to making the retreat experience memorable for our participants. The O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat is a gathering of lovers of Irish music and dance who come together annually to foster cultural traditions that so many of us hold close to our hearts. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/oflahertys-irish-music-retreat-texas/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish dance,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music,Irish song,lecture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250902 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250905 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20250219T153330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T153330Z UID:46325-1756771200-1757030399@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Thomas D'Arcy McGee School 2025 DESCRIPTION:Sept. 2-4 Thomas D’Arcy McGee School\, Carlingford\, Co. Louth \nhttps://thomasdarcymcgee.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/thomas-darcy-mcgee-school-2025/ CATEGORIES:Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250820 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20250219T153145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T153145Z UID:46324-1754956800-1755647999@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Milwaukee Irish Fest 2025 DESCRIPTION:August 12-17\, Milwaukee Irish Fest\, Milwaukee\, WI\, USA \nI will play at the Opening Reception on Monday\, August 12th\, followed by a Q&A interview. about my musical life and the publication” The Rose in the Gap” \n August 12\, 13\, 14; Two classes per day (one for intermediate\, one for advanced)\, 90 minutes per class\, on each of the three days: \nAugust 15th; Friday One-off workshop for 90 minutes \nAugust 15th Friday @ 5:45-6:45 performance on “An Gaeltacht” Stage \nhttps://irishfest.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/milwaukee-irish-fest-2025/ CATEGORIES:Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250720 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20250219T153037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T153037Z UID:46323-1752451200-1752969599@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Catskills Irish Arts Week 2025 DESCRIPTION:July 14-19 Catskills Irish Arts Week\, East Durham\, NY USA \nThe Catskills Irish Arts Week features a jam-packed\, fun-filled roster of activities and opportunities for students to mix and mingle with world-class instructors\, meet friends new and old\, and immerse yourself in the music and culture. \nClasses Am and PM of 90 mins duration \nhttps://www.facebook.com/CatskillsIrishArtsWeek/ URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/catskills-irish-arts-week-2025/ CATEGORIES:Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250414 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20250220T105904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T105904Z UID:46326-1744243200-1744588799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Thomas D’Arcy McGee 200th Anniversary Celebration - Carlingford comes to Canada DESCRIPTION:Carlingford County Louth (where McGee was born) and Ottawa (where he died) join forces to celebrate\none of the great Founding Fathers of the Canadian Confederation. \nThe team behind the Thomas D’Arcy McGee Summer School since 2011 will present\, in\ncollaboration with local Ottawa enthusiasts\, a 3-day celebration of McGee’s 200th\nanniversary.\nThe programme will include;\n The Trial of Thomas D’Arcy McGee; written my Anthony Russell\n Traditional Irish Concert with Gerry O’Connor & friends\n Traditional Irish Music Anniversary Sessions (all levels welcome) \nOptional events \n Fiddle Masterclass traditional Music from the Oriel region of South Ulster (intermediary/master)\, by Gerry O’Connor\n Tin whistle lessons (beginner /intermediary)\, by Tommy Fegan\n Two unique audio-visual presentations on Irish traditional music;\n “The Rose in The Gap” – Dance Music from South East Ulster”\, Gerry O’Connor\n “Irish Travellers and Irish traditional music; a distinct cultural style on the verge of extinction.” Tommy Fegan URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/thomas-darcy-mcgee-200th-anniversary-carlingford-comes-to-canada/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,conference,Irish fiddle masterclass END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241223 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20241206T144304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T144304Z UID:46319-1734652800-1734911999@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Concerts and Workshop in Normandy\, France\, Dec 20-22\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:I will play a short series of concerts and a fiddle workshop in Normandy\, France. \nFriday Dec 20th – Le Chat Perché . +33763315348 https://www.lechatperche-pub.com\n 522 Chem. de l’Église\, 14130 Saint-Julien-sur-Calonne\, France \nSat. Dec. 21st – Les Soeurs Pinard. +33231611849 http://www.lessoeurspinard.fr.\n 4 Av. Sainte-Thérèse\, 14100 Lisieux\, France \nSun. Dec 22nd – Le centre équestre le Mesnil d’Argences. Tel : 02 31 23 97 56. https://www.equitation-normandie.com\n  519 Chemin de Blamont\, Le Mesnil. 14370 ARGENCES. Tel : 02 31 23 97 56.\n Workshop / Stage 14;30 Concert @ 17;00 URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/concerts-and-workshop-in-normandy-france-dec-20-22-2024/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240725T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240725T213000 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20240111T115432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T115432Z UID:46308-1721935800-1721943000@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Lowell\, MA with Kevin McElroy DESCRIPTION:Kevin McElroy and I will play a concert of traditional Irish music and songs at the Lovell Brick Church for the Performing Arts\, 502 Christian Hill Road in Lovell\, Maine. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/6368/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish music,Irish song END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240602 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240603 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20240111T114855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T114855Z UID:46307-1717286400-1717372799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Westbrook\, ME with Kevin McElroy DESCRIPTION:Conant Homestead\, ME 04092. – with Kevin McElroy https://\n www.facebook.com/theConantHomestead/ URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/westbrook-gerryoconnor-with-kevin-mcelroy/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish fiddle masterclass,irish music,Irish song,lecture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240531 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20231221T132129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T132129Z UID:46304-1716681600-1717113599@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Northshore Strings Summer Camp\, Covington\, LA\, USA DESCRIPTION:I will return to the North Shore Summer Camp\, Covington\, LA\, USA and give a series of fiddle workshops\, concerts\, sessions and lectures\nFor all enquiries please contact Annie Young Bridges at nsstringsllc@gmail.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/northshore-strings-summer-camp-covington-la-usa/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish dance,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music,lecture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240513 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20231120T135231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T135231Z UID:46299-1713139200-1715558399@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Australian Celtic Festival\, Glen Innes NSW & visits to Adelaide\, Melbourne\, Yette Yattah\, Sydney & Brisbane DESCRIPTION:With the support of @cultureireland I will undertake this short tour of Eastern Australia \nWed.17 Adelaide SA 5066. Workshop. 6-9 pm 1 Rosalind St\, Erindale\, SA 5066. Contact Connor Hoy \nThur 18 Adelaide SA 5000 Concert -Irish Club\, Irish Club 13 -15 Carrington St\, George Parade\, Adelaide SA 5000 +61 8 8212 3767 \nSat. 20 Collingwood VIC 3067 CCE Melbourne Workshop & Concert\, St Philip’s Anglican Church Hall\, 146 Hoddle St\, Collingwood VIC 3067 Contact Mary McBride – marymcbride01@yahoo.com.au \nSun. 21 Keysborough VIC 3173 Gaelic Park Concert\, 5:00 PM Perry Rd\, Keysborough Contact Ann Marie Scanlon annniescanlon1@hotmail.com \nWed. 24 Canberra ACT 2611 Irish Club @ 18.00 Concert /Lecture Canberra Irish Club\,6 Parkinson St\, Weston. contact mary.collier@mac.com \nFri. 26 Yatte Yattah NSW 2539 House Concert Contact Ian Stewart ian@yattah.net \nSat. 27 Sydney NSW 2010 Gaelic Club – Concert. A1/64 Devonshire St\, Surry Hills NSW 2010 as part of the Bealtaine Festiva; \nSun. 28 Sydney NSW 2010. Gaelic Club- Workshop 3-5 pm the Library\, +61 2 9212 1587 \nThur.02 Australian Celtic Festival Glen Innes NSW 2370 09;00Open Festival & Lecture\,Celtic Symposium\, Grey St.\,Glen Innes \n AND 8.15pm Concert Performance Celtic Symposium\, Grey St\, Glen Innes https://www.australiancelticfestival.com/ \nFri. 03. Australian Celtic Festival 18:00 – 19:00 Perform Highlands Stage\, Australian Standing Stones \nSat. 04. Australian Celtic Festival 20.00pm 21.00pm Chapel Theatre Performance with The Australian Celtic Women \nSun. 05 Australian Celtic Festival 14.45pm 15:30pm Highlands Stage\, Perforamance \nTue. 07 Annerley QLD 4103. Junction Hotel\, Annerley – Workshop @ 6.30pm Contact Melanie Coles \nThur.09 Pimpama QLD 4209. Workshop @ 08:00 Gold Coast LORDS School  – 68 Mirambeena Dr\, Pimpama QLD 4209 Contact – Melinda Coles \nFri. 10 @18-21 Brisbane QLD 4000 Gilhooley’s @ 18:00-21:00 https://www.gilhooleys.comhtt \nSat. 11th St Lucia QLD 4067 Moreton Celtic Fiddle Club Workshop @ 13:00-15:00. St Lucia Comm. Hall\, 27 Guilfoyle Street\, Ironside Park\, \nSat. 11 Gravatt QLD 4122 Concert@ 19:30 with The Australian Celtic Women. Upper Mt.Gravatt Progress Hall\,1873 Logan Road Mt.Gravatt 4122 \nSun. 12 Beenleigh QLD 4207@ 13:00 Beenleigh Theatre with. The Australian Celtic Women. https://beenleightheatregroup.com/ \nPROMO \nGerry O’Connor\, a renowned Irish traditional musician\, is set to embark on a series of performances\, workshops\, and lectures across Australia in 2024. This tour will span various cities in four states\, including Adelaide\, Melbourne\, and Sydney\, before culminating in a special guest appearance at the Australian Celtic Festival in Glen Innes\, New South Wales. This educational event\, suitable for research thesis education levels\, promises to be a cultural extravaganza showcasing the richness and beauty of Irish traditional music. \nThroughout this tour\, Gerry O’Connor will bring the magic of Irish traditional music to audiences across Australia. His performances will enrapture listeners\, transporting them to the green landscapes of Ireland and invoking a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for the music’s heritage. From obscure jigs and reels to soul-stirring airs\, Gerry’s mastery of the fiddle will entertain both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers alike. \nIn addition to his performances\, Gerry O’Connor will conduct workshops and lectures\, providing aspiring musicians and researchers with invaluable insights into the world of Irish traditional music. These interactive sessions will offer participants the opportunity to learn from a true master of the craft\, gaining a deeper understanding of the\, history\, of the music and song of Oriel in South Ulster and the cultural significance behind this unique genre. Gerry’s engaging teaching style and wealth of knowledge will undoubtedly inspire and motivate individuals to further explore and delve into the intricate nuances of Irish traditional music. \nFurthermore\, Gerry O’Connor’s appearance as a special guest at the Australian Celtic Festival in Glen Innes will undoubtedly be a highlight of this tour. As one of Australia’s premier Celtic festivals\, this event draws thousands of visitors each year\, celebrating the shared heritage and traditions of the Celtic nations. Gerry’s performance as a special guest will not only showcase the beauty and authenticity of Irish traditional music but also further strengthen the cultural exchange between Ireland and Australia. \nThe Irish traditional music tour featuring Gerry O’Connor presents a unique opportunity for both music enthusiasts and researchers alike. It offers a chance to immerse oneself in the vibrant world of Irish traditional music through performances\, workshops\, and lectures. Aspiring musicians can learn from a true virtuoso while researchers can gain valuable insights into the genre’s historical and cultural context. The tour’s culmination at the Australian Celtic Festival will undoubtedly be a memorable experience\, uniting music lovers from all walks of life in a celebration of shared heritage. \nIn conclusion\, Gerry O’Connor’s upcoming tour across Australia promises to be a remarkable journey through the world of Irish traditional music. This series of performances\, workshops\, and lectures will provide a unique educational experience suitable for individuals at the research thesis education level. Through his mastery of the fiddle\, Gerry will transport audiences to the Emerald Isle\, captivating them with heartfelt melodies and lively rhythms. With the tour culminating as a special guest appearance at the renowned Australian Celtic Festival\, participants will have the chance to further immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Celtic culture. Overall\, this tour is an opportunity not to be missed for anyone interested in exploring the beauty and heritage of Irish traditional music.\nBefore travelling to the ACF I am planning visits to Adelaide\, Melbourne\, and Sydney \n I am happy to Teach\, Talk and Perform\, keeping busy as much as I can \n1. Perform solo concerts\n2. Give a concert lecture on The Rose in the Gap\n3. Teach workshop/ masterclass on Irish fiddle /Tunes Workshop/Ensemble Arrangement of Irish melodies etc URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/australian-celtic-festival-glen-innes-nsw/ CATEGORIES:Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240318 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20231120T134515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T134515Z UID:46298-1707868800-1710719999@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:2024 USA Spring Tour - OH\, TN\, MI\, IL\, WA\, OR\, CA\, & LA. DESCRIPTION:I will perform 24 concerts and hold a series of fiddle workshops and lectures in the USA this spring \nFeb.14 – Wed. Beavercreek OH House Concert with hillary@jimsredpants.com or 937-623-1904 \nFeb.15 – Thur. Yellow Springs OH. House Concert with hillary@jimsredpants.com or 937-623-1904 \nFeb.16 – Fri. Columbus OH Natalie’s Grandview -945 King Avenue\, Columbus\, OH 43212\n https://nataliesgrandview.com/events/trad-nua-celtic-series-presents-gerry-oconnor/ \nFeb 17.- Sat. Cincinnati OH + Mixed Instrument Masterclass; 12:30-14:00 Riley School of Irish Music https://rileyirishmusic.com \nFeb 19 – Mon. Nashville TN + Fiddle Workshop at Vanderbilt University.1100 – 15:00 Room 1190\n 2400 Blakemore Ave. Nashville\, TN 37027 https://nashvilleirishmusicschool.com/upcoming-events/. contact:ashleighbunn79@gmail.com \nFeb.20 – Tue. Nashville TN. \nFeb.21 – Wed. Nashville TN. Concert 6:15 PM at Williams Fine Violins M 204 Donelson Pike\, Nashville\, TN 37214. (615) 429-2927 https://nashvilleirishmusicschool.com/upcoming-events/ \nFeb.22.- Thur. Nashville TN 19:00 The Rose in the Gap – Audiovisual Concert/ Lecture\, The Violin Shop\, 2504 8th Ave S\, Nashville.TN 37204. (615) 662-1570 Contact: ashleighbunn79@gmail.com \nTouring with Don Penzien (Guitar) \nFeb.24 – Sat. Saline MI. Acoustic Routes S 447 E. Michigan Ave\, Saline MI 48176 contact:Jim Cain – acousticsaline@gmail.com \nFeb.25 – Sun. Chicago IL. Chief O’Neill’s\, 3471 North Elston Avenue\, Chicago\, IL 60618 – https://www.chiefoneillspub.com/. contact: jimmy@jimmykeane.com \nFeb.27 – Tue. Vashon Isle.WA Havurat Hall contact:janetstrolle@comcast.net \nFeb 28 – Wed. Olympia. WA. New Traditions Café\, 300 5th Ave SW Olympia WA 9850 – newtraditionscafe.com. contact:newtraditionsevents@gmail.com \nFeb 29 – Thur. Pt Townsend WA. Palindrome\, Eaglemount Winery\, https://eaglemountwinery.com/event-schedul 300 5th Ave SW Olympia WA 9850 – contact: centrumrecording@gmail.com \nMar.01 – Fri. Mount Vernon WA. Celtic Arts Foundation\, 1124 Cleveland Ave\, Mt.Vernon WA 98273\n + Workshop Sat. Morning in Mt Vernon. – contact:cayley@Celticarts.org\nMar.02 – Sat. Seattle WA. + Workshop Sat. Afternoon at Dusty Strings.Seattle\n https://store.dustystrings.com/\n Seattle Folklore Society\, 6532 Phinney Ave N\, Seattle WA 98103 – https://www.seafolklore.org/concerts/. at 19:30 contact: celtic.booking1st@gmail.co \nMar.03 – Sun. Portland OR Abbie Wiesenbloom Presents – contact: abbiew@froggie.com \nMar.04 – Mon. Portland OR + workshop Portland OR 6 pm Nancy Conescu’s – contact: concerts@nancyconescu.com / \nMar.05 – Tue. Eugene OR Contact Mike Meyer – mmeyer@efn.org \nMar.06 – Wed Ashland OR Private event – contact kyenney@yahoo.com \nMar.07 – Thu. Weaverville CA. Trinity Alps Perf. Center\, 101 Arbuckle Ct\, Weaverville CA 96093 http://www.tapaconline.org/ – contact: taylor@aglipaymusic.com \nMar.08 – Fri. McCloud CA. McCloud River Mtn Music\, 325 Lawndale Court\, McCloud CA. – https://www.mccloudmusic.com contact: reynolds.dave3@gmail.com \nMar.09 – Sat. San Francisco CA.Plough and Stars\, 116 Clement St\, San Francisco\, CA 94118 – https://theploughandstars.com. contact: Sfplough@aol.com \nMar.11 – Mon. Berkeley CA. Hillside Club\, 2286 Cedar St\, Berkeley\, CA 94709. www.hillsideclub.org. contact: ellen.hsc@gmail.com / plitsky@gmail.com \nMar.14 – Thur. San Diego CA + workshop 16:30 – 18:00 CCE San Diego Contact Quin Herron;qherron@gmail for details https://www.facebook.com/comhaltas.sandiego.com\n at 19:00 Hooley’s Bar\, Pvt Room\, 5500 Grossmont Center\, La Mesa 91942. \nMar.16 – Sat. Lafayette LA Celtic Bayou Festival 2024 http://www.celticbayoufestival.com \nMar.17 – Sun. Lafayette LA Celtic Bayou Festival 2024 http://www.celticbayoufestival.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/2024-usa-spring-tour-oh-tn-mi-il-wa-or-ca-la/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish dance,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20240117T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20240117T213000 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20240114T192936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240114T192936Z UID:46309-1705518000-1705527000@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Workshop 7pm/ Concert and Jam session hosted by Toronto Fiddle Collective. Toronto TIME (+5hrs) DESCRIPTION:https://www.facebook.com/events/750778276474098/?ref=newsfeed \nWednesday JAN 17th 2024 EST\nToronto Fiddle Collective\nONLINE ZOOM\n-Entire evening $35 includes:\n7pm Workshop\n8pm Concert\n9pm Jam\n-Concert only $25 \nWe are very excited to welcome back for the first time since 2016\, GERRY O’CONNOR\, fiddler from the Irish Rovers\, to host the Toronto Fiddle Collective ONLINE on WEDNESDAY Jan 17th 2024. Starting with a fiddle workshop at 7pm EST\, followed by a concert at 8pm\, then jam until 930pm. This is an online event. \nTickets are $35 for the entire evening or $20 for workshop or concert only. For advanced tickets\, email fiddleshow@gmail.com or www.torontofiddlecollective.com. \nAll ages\, levels and folk instruments welcome. The ZOOM LINK will be sent just before the concert. Participants/viewers should make sure they can access ZOOM on their device. You may need to download the app if you are on a phone or tablet. We hope to see you online.\nThe Toronto Fiddle Collective (TFC) is a community gathering run by local fiddler and teacher Celina Marie DiCecca. She started the monthly gathering in 2014 as a means for her students to play tunes together as well as learn from and see intimate concerts by other professional fiddlers from all over the world. Now 6 years later\, fiddlers and folkies from all over southern Ontario join in on the fun. \nFiddlers and folk musicians of all ages and levels come together on the 3rd Wednesday of every month for various fiddle focused events. TFC hosts a new special guest professional musician to run/lead workshops\, kitchen parties\, jam sessions\, concerts\, dances and more. To keep up to date with TFC\, simply email fiddleshow@gmail.com and you will be added to the monthly e-news email list. \nTickets are always sold at the door or\, for special events\, in advance email fiddleshow@gmail.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/workshop-7pm-concert-and-jam-session-hosted-by-toronto-fiddle-collective-toronto-time-5hrs/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish fiddle masterclass,irish music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231120T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231120T170000 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20240522T125701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T125701Z UID:46302-1700467200-1700499600@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:USA - Eastport ME & Covington LA\, May 22- Jun 09\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:During the week May 22 – 29 in Eastport\, MA \, June 1-7 in Covington\, LA I will give a series of teaching workshops\, lectures and performances concerts URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/usa-eastport-me-covington-la-may-22-jun-09-2024/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231103T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231103T213000 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20231017T182120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T182120Z UID:46295-1699039800-1699047000@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Tour of Denmark with Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O'Leary DESCRIPTION:Fri. 03-11-2023       \n\n\nMusik mellem Fjordene    Vigvejen 10\, c/o Stig Pedersen\, 4050 Skibby\, Denmark    \n\n\nhttp://musikmellemfjordene.blogspot.com/p/arrangementer.html \n\n\n\n\nSat. 04-11-2023       \n\n\nHaslev Folk Club    Kirsebærvej 2\, 4654 Faxe Ladeplads\, an Danmhairg                \n\n\nhttp://www.haslev-folk-club.dk \n\n\n\n\nSun. 05 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMon. 06 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTue. 07-11-2023                            \n\n\nFolk for Folk    Svendborg \n\n\n\n\n\nWed 08-11-2023                                     \n\n\nGUF      Strib \n\n\nhttps://guf-stribvinterfestival.dk/guf/ \n\n\n\n\nThur. 09-11-2023           \n\n\nRoots Aarhus                    \n\n\nhttps://rootsaarhus.dk \n\n\n\n\nFri. 10-11-2023      \n\n\nShamrock 9700\, Nørregade 45\, 9700 Brønderslev\, near Aalburg \n\n\n\n\n\nSat. 11-11-2023      \n\n\nHalkaer Kro \, Halkærvej 59\, Halkær \n9240 Nibe \, N Jutland \n\n\nhttps://halkaer.dk/maerkmusikken/ \n\n\n\n\nSun. 12–2023 URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/tour-of-denmark-with-nuala-kennedy-and-eamon-oleary/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish music,Irish song END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230909T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230909T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20230812T083748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230812T083748Z UID:46293-1694289600-1694296800@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Concert - Drogheda\, Co. Louth DESCRIPTION:Sean Corcoran Series \nGUTH na nDAOINE / THE VOICE OF THE PEOPLE \nA joyous salute to the life and work of Seán Corcoran in words\, music\, song and dance with Radie Peat\, Harry Bradley\, Róisín Ní Mhainín\, Stephen Rea\, John Banville\, Breda Keville\, Jesse Smith\, Maighread and Tríona Ní Dhomhnaill\, Libby McCrohan\, Neil Martin\, Gerry O’Connor. \nVenue: St Peter’s Church of Ireland\, Peter Street\, Drogheda\nDate: Saturday\, September 9\nTime: 8pm (Doors 7.15pm)\nTickets: €27 \n  \nprogramme URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/concert-drogheda-co-louth/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish music,Irish song END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230529 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20221201T151355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T151355Z UID:46285-1684972800-1685318399@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Peyriac-de-Mer ( 101\, Aude) DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/peyriac-de-mer-101-aude/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,irish dance,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music,Irish song END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230515 DTSTAMP:20260427T143827 CREATED:20221124T110221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T110221Z UID:46277-1681776000-1684108799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Gerry O'Connor Spring Tour USA East Coast- Apr. 17 - May 14\, 2023 DESCRIPTION:With the support of Culture Ireland\, I  will undertake a USA East Coast tour of OH\, NC\, SC\, ME\, MA\, & CT  with a series of concerts\, talks and teaching programmes. \n  \nApril  17 – 23  Ohio  – Teaching\, Talks and Concerts\, Dayton OH area.  A series of Masterclasses and Orchestral \nArrangement Classes in Traditional Music in the Dayton Area\, including Stivers\, Stivers School for the Arts\, \nYellow Springs & Centerville City\, Contact hillary@jimsredpants.com \n  \nSun. – Apr.23  Dayton OH  – Concert with Jim’s Red Pants 16:00 @  Wandering Griffin Brewery & Restaurant. \n720-218-4144         https://www.facebook.com/wanderingg/ \n  \nMon. – Apr. 24 Pittsburg PA – Bottlebrush Gallery for the Arts\, with Kevin McElroy.   http://www.irishcentrepgh.org/ \n539 Main St. Harmony\, PA16037  7- 9 pm  Contact Janine Nist /pghcce@gmail.com/   724-584-1762. \n  \nTue. – Apr. 25 Alexandria VA  – History Museum at the. Lyceum\, Kevin McElroy-  201 South Washington\, Street\, \nAlexandria\, VA 22314.  https://www.alexandriava.gov/Lyceum. https://ticketstripe.com/GerryOConnor \n  \nWed. – Apr. 26 Richmond VA – Kelly’s House Concert. Richmond\, VA. (804) 814-5921 with Kevin McElroy.     \nContact;  kelkennedy7@gmail.com \n  \nThur. – Apr. 27 Greensboro NC –  Fiddle & Bow Society Concert with Kevin McElroy at Presbyterian Church of the \nCovenant\, 501 South Mendenhall Street\, Greensboro\, NC 27403. https://fiddleandbow.org \n  \nFri. Apr. 28 Charlotte NC – Workman’s Friend Pub\, with Kevin McElroy 1531 Central Ave Charlotte\, NC 28205/ \n(980) 621- 0141          https://theworkmansfriend.com/ \n  \nSat Apr. 29 Charleston SC – College of Charleston\, 66 George St\, Charleston\, SC 29424. – with Kevin McElroy- \nhttps://www.cofc.edu/ \n  \nTue.  May 2.  Eastport ME  Eastport Arts Center\, (EAC) 6 Washington Street Eastport\, Maine 04631 \n                                               Fiddle Workshop 6-7 pm        https://eastportartscenter.org \n  \nWed.  May 3.             EAC – The Rose in the Gap Lecture 12-1 pm    https://eastportartscenter.org \n                                   EAC – Fiddle Workshop 6-7 pm at the Eastport Arts Center https://eastportartscenter.org \n  \nThur.  May 4.             EAC –  Fiddle Workshop 6-7 pm at the Eastport Arts Center.   https://eastportartscenter.org \n  \nFri.  May 5.               EAC –  Concert 7-9 pm at the Eastport Arts Center with Kevin McElroy. https://eastportartscenter.org \n  \nSat.  May 6              Open  Session  3-5 pm at the Old Sow Grill and Bar\,       https://www.facebook.com/oldsowgrill \n                                      31 Water St\, Eastport\, ME 04631  +1 207-853-2323 \n  \nSun. May. 7 Brewer ME – Next Generation Theatre with Kevin McElroy39 Center St. Brewer\, @ 18:00 PM –  \n                                  bangorceltic.org.      207 249-1976.  pauleena21@gmail.com \n  \nMon. May. 8 Westbrook ME –  Conant Homestead\, with Kevin McElroy.  .       https://www.facebook.com/theConantHomestead \nThur. May. 11 Cambridge\, MA – Club Passim\, with Kevin McElroy. 47 Palmer St\, Cambridge\, MA 02138\, \nmatt@passim.org / (617) 512-1381 \nFri. May. 12 Middletown CT  – Wesleyan University.    https://www.wesleyan.edu \n                             2.00 – 3:30 pm – Lecture  “The Rose in the Gap the Dance music collection of  Oriel \n                           4 – 6 pm Fiddle Workshop –  Music Seminar Room\, Olin Memorial Library \nBoth at Olin Memorial Library\, Rare Book Room\, 252 Church St\, Middletown CT 06457 \n                           \nSat. May. 13 Middletown CT  – Wesleyan University https://www.wesleyan.edu \n                                     1:30 -3:30 pm  Fiddle Workshop\,  Middletown CT.   Contat /jcormack@wesleyan.edu \n                                         7:30 pm      Concert with Kevin McElroy.  Tel; 860-983-7963.     /jcormack@wesleyan.edu \n  \nSun. May. 14 Orleans MA –  Fiddle Workshop  and Song workshop (Times TBC) \n                                        Dinah Mellin’s Brick Hill House Concerts. @ 7:30 pm   With Kevin McElroy –   \n                                       chezdi@yahoo.com\,   508-255-3864 \n  URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/gerry-oconnor-spring-tour-usa-east-coast-apr-may-2023/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR