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:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Dublin BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250810T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250810T180000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20250321T194035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T194035Z UID:46329-1754841600-1754848800@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Chicago - Chief O'Neill's - Concert Lecture on the Music of South Ulster DESCRIPTION:“How one moment in time can impact and provide the catalyst and inspiration for over forty years of music and scholarship.  That is what happened during a session at Mark’s Bar\, Dundalk in 1976 when Gerry O’Connor was handed a photocopy of an article on the fiddle music of Oriel.  It is a fascinating story that culminated in 2018 in Gerry’s publication of “The Rose in the Gap”\, Dance Music of Oriel from the Donnellan Collection.” \nFor the second part of the evening Gerry will be joined by guitar ace Don Penzien. \nhttps://jimmykeane.com/event/6032924/716635893/gerry-o-connor-irish-dance-music-and-stories-from-oriel URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/chicago-chief-oneills-concert-lecture-on-the-music-of-south-ulster/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250820 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 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:20250902 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250905 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 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;TZID=UTC:20250906T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250906T213000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20250401T153409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T153409Z UID:46330-1757187000-1757194200@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:No Earthly Estate - A Concert of Archive Material DESCRIPTION:A Concert of live music from the Oriel Traditional Music Archive (OTMA)\nFor this project\, Oriel Traditional Music Archive have invited renowned musicians Gerry O’Connor (fiddle)\, Nuala Kennedy (flute and voice) and Eilís Lavelle (harp) to delve into the archival material within OTMA and curate a programme of music which showcases the music of Oriel from the 19th and 20th centuries. As well as the better-known Donnellan and McGahon Collections\, they will bring to our ears lesser-known material from Mary Ann Carolan\, Séan O’Boyle\, the McArdle brothers and Lizzie O’Brien among others to demonstrate the particular influences and features of music from this historic area. \nAddress: The Patrick Kavanagh Centre\, Inniskeen\, Co. Monaghan\, Ireland A91 KT20 URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/no-earthly-estate-a-concert-of-archive-material/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20250831T195033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T195033Z UID:46336-1758844800-1759103999@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:The Long Grazing Acre - Louth - a celebration of the Travelling Community's contribution to Irish Traditional music and song DESCRIPTION:Renowned uilleann piper Paddy Keenan leads a star-studded line up of Irish traditional musicians and singers at the Long Grazing Acre Festival at The Lumpers\, Ravensdale\, Co Louth\, from Fri 26 to Sunday 28 September. The Long Grazing Acre tour celebrates the enormous contribution Travellers make to traditional Irish music as it tours Donegal\, Clare and Louth this year\, focusing on a different musical Traveller family in each location.\nKeenan will be joined in Ravensdale\, County Louth by local Traveller musicians including Maragret Barry’s grandchildren Marty\, Paddy\, Eugene\, and Eoin\, piper Johnny Purcell grandson of Johnny Doran\, accordion player William Dundon\, and singers Colette Joyce and Coleen Savage along with local fiddle virtuoso Gerry O’Connor and Keenan’s long term musical partner Éamonn De Barra.\nThe rich musical heritage of Irish Traveller musicians in the Oriel region presents a compelling opportunity for a cultural celebration that preserves and honours this vital tradition. The Oriel region\, encompassing parts of Counties Monaghan\, Louth\, Armagh\, and Down\, has been home to some of Ireland’s most influential Traveller musicians\, whose contributions have shaped mainstream Irish traditional music.\nCentral to this celebration is the legacy of Margaret Barry\, whose powerful voice and distinctive banjo playing style made her one of the most significant figures in Irish traditional music. Barry’s performances at festivals and concerts throughout Ireland\, Britain and the USA in the mid-20th century helped preserve and popularise traditional songs that might otherwise have been lost. Her recordings\, particularly of songs like “She Moved Through the Fair” and “The Factory Girl\,” stand as masterpieces of the tradition.\nThe contemporary generation of Barry musicians – Marty\, Paddy\, Eugene and Eoin demonstrates the living continuity of this tradition. Their music shows how Traveller musical heritage continues to evolve while maintaining its essential character.\nSimilarly\, Johnny Purcell\, grandson of Johnny Doran\, connects us to one of the most celebrated Traveller musical dynasties in Ireland\, has local roots in Newry and will be to the fore at the concert and sessions. The music of the late John Rooney\, the renowned uilleann piper from Crossmaglen\, will be recalled and celebrated. Rooney represents another crucial figure in this musical lineage. His mastery of the pipes and deep knowledge of Traveller tunes represents a vital part of Oriel and Traveller heritage.\nWilliam Dundon’s accordion playing and singing is another vital strand of this musical tradition\, demonstrating the diversity of instrumental styles within Traveller music in the Oriel region.\nThe concert takes place on Saturday 27 September in The Lumpers\, Ravensdale with workshops\, exhibitions\, and walking tours happening throughout the weekend. \nThe festival programme for the weekend is as follows:\n \nFriday 26 Sept\n8pm –Opening session with the Long Grazing Acre & local musicians\n \nSaturday 27 Sept\n10:30 am – 11:30 am The Margaret Barry Legacy with Tommy Fegan & the Barry family\n11:45 am – 1pm Oriel Region Fiddle Traditions & Repertoire – with Gerry O’Connor\n2 pm – 3:15 pm The Impact of Traveller Musicians on Irish Traditional Music – illustrated talk with Tommy Fegan \n8 pm Long Grazing Acre Concert Admission: €20\n \nSunday 28 Sept\n11 am The Cadgers’ Path Walk. Oriel Connects Us Project – Music on the Mountain. Starting point\, Tullagh Bridge\n2.30 pm Welcome back the Cadger Walkers; Farewell Session \nThe Long Grazibg Acre is funded by an Arts Council Touring Award\n  URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/the-long-grazing-acre-louth-a-celebration-of-the-travelling-communitys-contribution-to-irish-traditional-music-and-song/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 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;TZID=UTC:20251029T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T193000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251003T184912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T184912Z UID:46339-1761766200-1761766200@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Fort Worth\, TX Preservation Hall DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/fort-worth-tx-preservation-hall/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20250826T194307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T194307Z UID:46334-1761868800-1761955199@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Alburquerque NM DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/alburqu/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T133000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251005T181924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T181924Z UID:46341-1761998400-1762003800@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Alburquerque\, NM DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/alburquerque-nm/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T193000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 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;TZID=UTC:20251102T073000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251102T213000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251102T190244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T190244Z UID:46346-1762068600-1762119000@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Santa Fe DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/santa-fe/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251104T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251104T213000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251030T162323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T162323Z UID:46345-1762282800-1762291800@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Fort Collins CO DESCRIPTION:Gerry O’Connor (fiddle) and Don Penzien (guitar) \nTuesday\, November 4th\, 7pm (doors 6.30pm)\, Rob Thurlow’s house\, Fort Collins ($20)\n\nSummary:\nGerry and Don will be playing on Tuesday\, November 4th\, at Rob Thurlow’s house in Fort Collins. RSVP to Rob (rthurlow@yahoo.com) for the address and to reserve your seat(s) – required. Doors open at 6.30pm; music starts at 7pm. Some drinks and snacks will be available\, but please feel free to bring anything to share. Tickets are a suggested donation of $20; tips in excess of this are much appreciated\, and will be given to the artists. If you don’t want to pay cash at the door\, we ask that you Venmo Rob (@Robert-Thurlow-1) by November 2 (specify “Gerry” in the Venmo message). URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/fort-collins-co/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T180000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251030T161050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T161050Z UID:46343-1762448400-1762452000@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Wheat Ridge CO DESCRIPTION:Workshop \nhttps://irishhouseconcerts.com/events/workshop-gerry-fiddle-oconnor/\nDate: Thursday\, November 6\, 2025\nTime: 5:00 PM\n$40 (includes the concert)\nBring your instruments and a recording device. And you can just stick around after the workshop\, as we’ll have a pot of food on the stove.\nPete & Kelly’s House\, Wheat Ridge\, CO 80033\n(RSVP at web page link) URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/wheat-ridge-co-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251030T160617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T160617Z UID:46344-1762455600-1762455600@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Wheat Ridge House Concert DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, November 6\, 2025\nTime: 7:00 PM\nSuggested Donation: $20\nPete & Kelly’s House\, Wheat Ridge\, CO 80033\n\n(RSVP at web page link) URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/wheat-ridge-house-concert/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251110 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 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:20251112T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251112T210000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 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;TZID=UTC:20251114T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251114T210000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251104T195851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T195851Z UID:46347-1763146800-1763154000@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:GOStrings - Irish Fiddle with Strings 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\, colleges\, and with smaller performing string ensembles. Tonight’s GO Strings ensemble is Hillary Wagner\, Jennifer Eyink\, Lois Ramey\, and Anna Bumiller Bowman. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/gostrings-irish-fiddle-string-quartet-instrumental-irish-music/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251229T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251229T230000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251224T063220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T070926Z UID:47076-1767038400-1767049200@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Concert at The Summit - The Lumpers Bar DESCRIPTION:Traditional Music and Song  Concert  at The Summit\, \n The Lumpers Bar\, Ravensdale\, Co. Louth  \nFeaturing Gerry O’Connor Fiddle  \nNuala Kennedy  Flute & Songs  \nRóisín Ward-Morrow  Fiddle & Songs  \nBreffni Holohan  Guitar  \nHosted by Marissa Lucchesi  \nDoors 7:30\, Concert at 8:00.  followed by a session  \nEntry €10 \nProceeds for Simon Community\, Dundalk\, Tickets for the 29th of Dec  URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/concert-at-the-summit/ ORGANIZER;CN="Gerry O'Connor":MAILTO:gerryfiddleoconnor@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251118T171016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T171016Z UID:46350-1768262400-1768780799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Your Rooots Are Showing DESCRIPTION:The mission of Your Roots Are Showing – Ireland’s Folk Conference and Showcase is to bring the global folk music community together in a welcoming and dynamic space. \n​We foster collaboration among musicians\, artists\, and industry professionals\, support emerging talent\, and create meaningful opportunities for the next generation. We are committed to preserving and evolving folk traditions\, advocating for the folk music community\, promoting education through workshops and discussions\, and supporting well-being within the industry. \nAt its heart\, Your Roots Are Showing is about sharing incredible music\, keeping traditions alive\, and connecting people through learning\, stories\, and the sounds of folk music. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/your-rooots-are-showing/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260124T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260124T235959 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251118T110010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T200042Z UID:46349-1769212800-1769299199@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Moate\, Co. Westmeath; teaching workshops and concert DESCRIPTION:I am delighted to invited by CCE Moate to give Fiddle Workshops and Concert at their beautiful venue\n \nDún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park Moate\, Co. Westmeath\, N37 P271\, Ireland\n\nPlease Contact Dave Donnelly Tel 087 2249725 \n \nArd an Locha\, Knockdomny\, An Móta\, Co. Contae na hIarmhí\, N37 P271\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(090) 648 1183\n \n\n\n In the morning I will give a 2-hr Junior workshop\, and it will run  11:00 -13:00.\n \n \nfollowed by an afternoon 2-hr Intermediate workshop\, 14:00-16:00.\n \n \n At 8PM I will give a concert of solo fiddle music\, drawing on a repertoire of traditional music I have recorded on the numerous albums I have made over a 45 year career. I will bring some of the cds and books I have published of music and song with me. The concert will take place in Teach Ceol Dun Na Si.\n \n\nI hope we might even have some time for an intimate session of music and song after the concert URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/moate-co-westmeath-teaching-workshops-and-concert/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260129T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260129T223000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20251115T212258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T193913Z UID:46342-1769715000-1769725800@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Féile na Tána\, Carlingford\, County Louth DESCRIPTION:Ceiliúradh Oirialla  |  A Celebration of Oriel\n\n\n\nTi Chulainn\, Mullaghbawn Co Armagh @19:00\n\n\n\nle/with Gerry O’Connor\, fiddle \n\n\n\nSárán\, Caoimhe agus Tadhg Ó Maolagáin\, concertina\, fiddle & dance \n\n\n\nBláithín Mhic Cana\, singer  \n\n\n\nSeamus Murphy\, seanchaí / historian \n\n\n\nAdm £12/ U18s ticket £8     Adm €14/ U18s ticket €9 URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/feile-na-tanacarlingford-county-louth/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260219T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260226T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20260104T112553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T193846Z UID:47167-1771488000-1772125200@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:2026 USA Spring Tour - East Coast DESCRIPTION:2026 USA Spring Tour\, East Coast\n\n \n Thu\, Feb 19 · Chestnut Hill\, MA\n Concert with Kevin McElroy\, Boston College Gaelic Roots Series \n Connolly House\, Andover Room\, 300 Hammond Street\, Chestnut Hill\, MA 02467 \n Time: 6:30 pm \n Website: https://events.bc.edu/event/gaelic-roots-ft-gerry-oconnor \n \n\n \n Fri\, Feb 20 · Albany\, NY\n Concert lecture with illustrations\, “The Rose in the Gap\, Dance Music for Oriel” \n The American Irish Heritage Center\, Flanagan Theater\, Quackenbush Square\, Albany\, NY 12207 \n Time: 7:00 pm \n Website: https://irish-us.org \n Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979686064310 \n Contact: mcclarke@me.com \n \n\n \n Sat\, Feb 21 · Albany\, NY\n Workshop in Irish Fiddle\, Songs and Banjo with Kevin McElroy \n The American Irish Heritage Center\, Flanagan Theater\, Quackenbush Square\, Albany\, NY 12207 \n Time: 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm \n Website: https://irish-us.org \n Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979769252127 \n Contact: mcclarke@me.com \n \n\n \n Sat\, Feb 21 · Albany\, NY\n Concert with Gerry O’Connor and Kevin McElroy\, Irish Fiddle\, Guitar and Songs \n The American Irish Heritage Center\, Flanagan Theater\, Quackenbush Square\, Albany\, NY 12207 \n Website: https://irish-us.org \n Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979825549514 \n Contact: mcclarke@me.com \n \n\n \n Sun\, Feb 22 · Hartford\, CT\n House concert with Noeleen \n An intimate house concert hosted by Noeleen Soraghan \n Website: https://www.facebook.com/noeleen.soraghan \n \n\n \n Thu\, Feb 26 · Boston\, MA\n CCE Boston Masterclasses \n Masterclasses organised by the Reynolds-Hanifin-Cooley Branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann\, supporting the teaching and promotion of Irish traditional music. \nWebsite: https://cceboston.org/ \n\n Contact: aoifemariegriffin@gmail.com \n \n\n this tour is supported by URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/2026-usa-spring-tour-east-coast/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gerryoconnor.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/East-Coast-Concert-dates-with-Kevin-McElroy-Guitar-Songs-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260228T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260322T235959 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20250826T195311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T170311Z UID:46335-1772236800-1774223999@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:2026 USA Spring Tour - West Coast DESCRIPTION:2026 USA Spring Tour\, West Coast\n\n \n Sat\, Feb 28 · San Diego\, CA\n Concert with Gerry O’Connor\, Violin\, and Don Penzien\, Guitar \n Folk Heritage\, Pilgrim United Church of Christ \n 2020 Chestnut Ave\, Carlsbad\, CA 92008 \n Time: 7:30 pm \n Website: https://sdfolkheritage.org/events \n \n\n \n Mon\, Mar 1 · San Diego\, CA\n World Music Concert Series\, MUS 345: Music Cultures of the World \n Smith Recital Hall\, San Diego University \nWebsite: https://psfa.sdsu.edu/news/ \n \n\n \n Fri\, Mar 6 · Monterey\, CA\n Concert with Gerry O’Connor and Don Penzien \n The Ugly Mug Café \n 4640 Soquel Dr\, Soquel\, CA 95073 \n Website: https://cafeugly.com \n Supported by: Celtic Society of Monterey Bay \n Website: https://www.celticsociety.org \n \n\n \n Sat\, Mar 7 · San Francisco\, CA\n Concert with Gerry O’Connor and Don Penzien \n The Plough and Stars \n 116 Clement St\, San Francisco\, CA 94118 Tel 415-751-1122 \n Website: https://theploughandstars.com \n \n\n \n Wed\, Mar 11 · Weaverville\, CA\n Concert with Gerry O’Connor and Don Penzien \n Trinity Alps Performing Arts Center \n 101 Arbuckle Court\, Weaverville\, CA 96093 \n Website: https://www.tapoconline.org \n \n\n \n Thu\, Mar 12 · McCloud\, CA\n McCloud River Mountain Concert Series \n 325 Lawndale Ct\, McCloud\, CA 96057 \n Website: https://www.mccloudmusic.com \n \n\n \n Fri\, Mar 13 · Eugene\, OR\n Concert with Gerry O’Connor and Don Penzien \n Tsunami Bookshop and Performance Space \n 2585 Willamette St\, Eugene\, OR 97405 \n Website: https://tsunamibooks.com \n \n\n \n Sat\, Mar 14 · Tualatin\, OR\n Concert with Gerry O’Connor and Don Penzien \n Winona Grange Hall \n 8340 SW Seneca St\, Tualatin\, OR 97062 \n Website: https://tickettomato.com/event/9532 \n \n\n \n Tue\, Mar 17 · Olympia\, WA\n Concert with Gerry O’Connor and Don Penzien \n Traditions Fair Trade and Gathering Place \n 300 5th Ave SW\, Olympia\, WA 98501 \n Website: https://www.traditions.life \n \n\n \n Wed\, Mar 18 · Seattle\, WA\n House Concert \n Contact: 2doug@dougplummer.com \n \n\n\n Fri\, Mar 20 · Port Townsend\, WA\n Concert with Gerry O’Connor and Don Penzien \n Pallindrome Hall\, Eaglemount Winery & Cidery \nWebsite: https://eaglemountwinery.com/ \n\n\n\n Sat\, Mar 21 · Mount Vernon\, WA\n Concert with Gerry O’Connor and Don Penzien \n Celtic Arts Foundation\n 1124 Cleveland Ave\, Mt Vernon\, WA 98273 \nWebsite: https://celticarts.org/events/ \n\n \n\n \n this tour is supported by URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/2026-usa-spring-tour-west-coast-fiddle-guitar/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gerryoconnor.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/West-Coast-Concert-dates.-Gerry-oConnor-Violin-with-Don-Penzien-Guitar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20250915T103315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T032948Z UID:46337-1779667200-1780185599@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:NorthShore Strings Fiddle Camp\, Covington\, LA\, USA DESCRIPTION:NorthShore Strings annual Fiddle Camp in Covington\, LA. Classical and Traditional String Performance and Education. \nThrough professional performance and dynamic instruction the Northshore Strings showcases the power and versatility of string music across Classical\, Celtic\, Cajun\, Jazz\, and Bluegrass genres. \nWe are here to empower musicians\, young and old\, professional or novice\, enrich the community\, and celebrate the traditions of string playing. \nFor more information visit www.nsstrings.org URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/northshore-strings-fiddle-camp-covington-la-founder-director-at/ CATEGORIES:Concerts,Irish fiddle masterclass,Irish Fiddle tuition,irish music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260704T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260712T235959 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20260226T220806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T220808Z UID:47716-1783123200-1783900799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:SSWC - Willie Clancy Summer School DESCRIPTION:The Willie Clancy Summer School\, a major traditional Irish music\, song\, and dance event held annually in Miltown Malbay\, County Clare\, Ireland\, features instrument and dance classes\, lectures\, workshops\, recitals\, and céilithe throughout the week. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/sswc-willie-clancy-summer-school-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260713T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260718T235959 DTSTAMP:20260411T020132 CREATED:20260226T220245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T221409Z UID:47714-1783900800-1784419199@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Catskills Irish Arts Week DESCRIPTION:The Catskills Irish Arts Week (CIAW26)\, a week-long summer program in traditional Irish music\, song\, dance and arts\, for children\, teens and adults\, held annually in East Durham\, NY\, in the heart of the Catskill Mountains. \n\n\n\nWe are delighted to be celebrating our 32nd year of continuous instruction in traditional Irish musical arts\, and hope you will join us for a week in which we all grow together in the proficiency and community of the music we share. \n\n\n\nRegistered students participate in daily classes Monday\, July 13 – Friday\, July 17\, 2026. The week closes with a full-day music and dance Festival on Saturday\, July 18. \n\n\n\nIn addition to daily class instruction\, we offer afternoon presentations\, evening concerts\, nightly ceili dances and participatory sessions in a very active week! This year we are strengthening our introductory music program for children ages 5-12\, and will also be offering some special events to gather teens and young adults. \n\n\n\nWe have assembled an esteemed roster of instructors\, from Ireland and the United States\, who teach and perform at the highest levels of traditional Irish music and dance. Along with teaching morning and afternoon classes\, they will be featured performers in the evening concerts and ceili bands\, and lead the nightly sessions. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/catskills-irish-arts-week/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR