Concert - Drogheda, Co. Louth
2023-09-09 20:00 - 22:00 UTC
Sean Corcoran Series
GUTH na nDAOINE / THE VOICE OF THE PEOPLE
A 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.
Venue: St Peter’s Church of Ireland, Peter Street, Drogheda
Date: Saturday, September 9
Time: 8pm (Doors 7.15pm)
Tickets: €27

programme

Tour of Denmark with Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O'Leary
2023-11-03 19:30 - 21:30 UTC
Fri. 03-11-2023

Musik mellem Fjordene Vigvejen 10, c/o Stig Pedersen, 4050 Skibby, Denmark

http://musikmellemfjordene.blogspot.com/p/arrangementer.html

Sat. 04-11-2023

Haslev Folk Club Kirsebærvej 2, 4654 Faxe Ladeplads, an Danmhairg

http://www.haslev-folk-club.dk

Sun. 05

Mon. 06

Tue. 07-11-2023

Folk for Folk Svendborg

Wed 08-11-2023

GUF Strib

https://guf-stribvinterfestival.dk/guf/

Thur. 09-11-2023

Roots Aarhus

https://rootsaarhus.dk

Fri. 10-11-2023

Shamrock 9700, Nørregade 45, 9700 Brønderslev, near Aalburg

Sat. 11-11-2023

Halkaer Kro , Halkærvej 59, Halkær
9240 Nibe , N Jutland

https://halkaer.dk/maerkmusikken/

Sun. 12–2023

The Rose in the Gap Concert /Lecture
2023-11-15 20:00 - 22:00 UTC
Gerry O’Connor will present a Concert Lecture on a recent publication of traditional Instrumental music from the South East Ulster area “The Rose in the Gap”
His talk will highlight the rich body of dance music, song and dance that was in circulation in Counties Louth, Armagh, Monaghan and Cavan over 100 year ago. The influence of Scottish music and culture celebrated in this area will also be examined
A Power Point presentation illuminating the concert lecture will feature landscape images of the area, maps locating the music to place, and quality images of the original hand written manuscripts which are been made available for the first time. During the presentation music from the collection will be played live by the author.
This 50 min presentaton will feature Gerry giving the background to the Gaelic Cultural revival of the early 20th Century . He will describe the process of re-imaginating this unique body of melodies from the dusty archives of University College Dublin and will perform a variety tunes from the collection, presenting all in an entertaining and professional manner.

USA - Eastport ME & Covington LA, May 22- Jun 09, 2024
2023-11-20 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
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

Drogheda Traditional Music and song weekend
2023-11-24 - 2023-11-26
THe annual end of year gathering of musicians and singers in Drogheda , County Louth

"Your Roots Are Showing"; Ireland's folk, roots, and traditional music conference,
2024-01-17 - 2024-01-21
Your Roots Are Showing is Ireland’s newest and largest annual folk, roots, and traditional music conference, showcase, festival and trade fair taking place at The Crowne Plaza, Dundalk in beautiful County Louth. Now in its second year, the event provides opportunities for showcasing, professional development, and networking for artists and music industry professionals in Ireland and the international Folk community, with tailored programming for people at all stages of their careers, from emerging to export-ready.
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Workshop 7pm/ Concert and Jam session hosted by Toronto Fiddle Collective. Toronto TIME (+5hrs)
2024-01-17 19:00 - 21:30 (Asia/Karachi)
https://www.facebook.com/events/750778276474098/?ref=newsfeed
Wednesday JAN 17th 2024 EST
Toronto Fiddle Collective
ONLINE ZOOM
-Entire evening $35 includes:
7pm Workshop
8pm Concert
9pm Jam
-Concert only $25
We 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.
Tickets are $35 for the entire evening or $20 for workshop or concert only. For advanced tickets, email fiddleshow@gmail.com or www.torontofiddlecollective.com.
All 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.
The 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.
Fiddlers 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.
Tickets are always sold at the door or, for special events, in advance email fiddleshow@gmail.com

2024 USA Spring Tour - OH, TN, MI, IL, WA, OR, CA, & LA.
2024-02-14 - 2024-03-17
I will perform 24 concerts and hold a series of fiddle workshops and lectures in the USA this spring
Feb.14 – Wed. Beavercreek OH House Concert with hillary@jimsredpants.com or 937-623-1904
Feb.15 – Thur. Yellow Springs OH. House Concert with hillary@jimsredpants.com or 937-623-1904
Feb.16 – Fri. Columbus OH Natalie’s Grandview -945 King Avenue, Columbus, OH 43212
https://nataliesgrandview.com/events/trad-nua-celtic-series-presents-gerry-oconnor/
Feb 17.- Sat. Cincinnati OH + Mixed Instrument Masterclass; 12:30-14:00 Riley School of Irish Music https://rileyirishmusic.com
Feb 19 – Mon. Nashville TN + Fiddle Workshop at Vanderbilt University.1100 – 15:00 Room 1190
2400 Blakemore Ave. Nashville, TN 37027 https://nashvilleirishmusicschool.com/upcoming-events/. contact:ashleighbunn79@gmail.com
Feb.20 – Tue. Nashville TN.
Feb.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/
Feb.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
Touring with Don Penzien (Guitar)
Feb.24 – Sat. Saline MI. Acoustic Routes S 447 E. Michigan Ave, Saline MI 48176 contact:Jim Cain – acousticsaline@gmail.com
Feb.25 – Sun. Chicago IL. Chief O’Neill’s, 3471 North Elston Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618 – https://www.chiefoneillspub.com/. contact: jimmy@jimmykeane.com
Feb.27 – Tue. Vashon Isle.WA Havurat Hall contact:janetstrolle@comcast.net
Feb 28 – Wed. Olympia. WA. New Traditions Café, 300 5th Ave SW Olympia WA 9850 – newtraditionscafe.com. contact:newtraditionsevents@gmail.com
Feb 29 – Thur. Pt Townsend WA. Palindrome, Eaglemount Winery, https://eaglemountwinery.com/event-schedul 300 5th Ave SW Olympia WA 9850 – contact: centrumrecording@gmail.com
Mar.01 – Fri. Mount Vernon WA. Celtic Arts Foundation, 1124 Cleveland Ave, Mt.Vernon WA 98273
+ Workshop Sat. Morning in Mt Vernon. – contact:cayley@Celticarts.org
Mar.02 – Sat. Seattle WA. + Workshop Sat. Afternoon at Dusty Strings.Seattle
https://store.dustystrings.com/
Seattle Folklore Society, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle WA 98103 – https://www.seafolklore.org/concerts/. at 19:30 contact: celtic.booking1st@gmail.co
Mar.03 – Sun. Portland OR Abbie Wiesenbloom Presents – contact: abbiew@froggie.com
Mar.04 – Mon. Portland OR + workshop Portland OR 6 pm Nancy Conescu’s – contact: concerts@nancyconescu.com /
Mar.05 – Tue. Eugene OR Contact Mike Meyer – mmeyer@efn.org
Mar.06 – Wed Ashland OR Private event – contact kyenney@yahoo.com
Mar.07 – Thu. Weaverville CA. Trinity Alps Perf. Center, 101 Arbuckle Ct, Weaverville CA 96093 http://www.tapaconline.org/ – contact: taylor@aglipaymusic.com
Mar.08 – Fri. McCloud CA. McCloud River Mtn Music, 325 Lawndale Court, McCloud CA. – https://www.mccloudmusic.com contact: reynolds.dave3@gmail.com
Mar.09 – Sat. San Francisco CA.Plough and Stars, 116 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118 – https://theploughandstars.com. contact: Sfplough@aol.com
Mar.11 – Mon. Berkeley CA. Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA 94709. www.hillsideclub.org. contact: ellen.hsc@gmail.com / plitsky@gmail.com
Mar.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
at 19:00 Hooley’s Bar, Pvt Room, 5500 Grossmont Center, La Mesa 91942.
Mar.16 – Sat. Lafayette LA Celtic Bayou Festival 2024 http://www.celticbayoufestival.com
Mar.17 – Sun. Lafayette LA Celtic Bayou Festival 2024 http://www.celticbayoufestival.com

Australian Celtic Festival, Glen Innes NSW & visits to Adelaide, Melbourne, Yette Yattah, Sydney & Brisbane
2024-04-15 - 2024-05-12
With the support of @cultureireland I will undertake this short tour of Eastern Australia
Wed.17 Adelaide SA 5066. Workshop. 6-9 pm 1 Rosalind St, Erindale, SA 5066. Contact Connor Hoy
Thur 18 Adelaide SA 5000 Concert -Irish Club, Irish Club 13 -15 Carrington St, George Parade, Adelaide SA 5000 +61 8 8212 3767
Sat. 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
Sun. 21 Keysborough VIC 3173 Gaelic Park Concert, 5:00 PM Perry Rd, Keysborough Contact Ann Marie Scanlon annniescanlon1@hotmail.com
Wed. 24 Canberra ACT 2611 Irish Club @ 18.00 Concert /Lecture Canberra Irish Club,6 Parkinson St, Weston. contact mary.collier@mac.com
Fri. 26 Yatte Yattah NSW 2539 House Concert Contact Ian Stewart ian@yattah.net
Sat. 27 Sydney NSW 2010 Gaelic Club – Concert. A1/64 Devonshire St, Surry Hills NSW 2010 as part of the Bealtaine Festiva;
Sun. 28 Sydney NSW 2010. Gaelic Club- Workshop 3-5 pm the Library, +61 2 9212 1587
Thur.02 Australian Celtic Festival Glen Innes NSW 2370 09;00Open Festival & Lecture,Celtic Symposium, Grey St.,Glen Innes
AND 8.15pm Concert Performance Celtic Symposium, Grey St, Glen Innes https://www.australiancelticfestival.com/
Fri. 03. Australian Celtic Festival 18:00 – 19:00 Perform Highlands Stage, Australian Standing Stones
Sat. 04. Australian Celtic Festival 20.00pm 21.00pm Chapel Theatre Performance with The Australian Celtic Women
Sun. 05 Australian Celtic Festival 14.45pm 15:30pm Highlands Stage, Perforamance
Tue. 07 Annerley QLD 4103. Junction Hotel, Annerley – Workshop @ 6.30pm Contact Melanie Coles
Thur.09 Pimpama QLD 4209. Workshop @ 08:00 Gold Coast LORDS School – 68 Mirambeena Dr, Pimpama QLD 4209 Contact – Melinda Coles
Fri. 10 @18-21 Brisbane QLD 4000 Gilhooley’s @ 18:00-21:00 https://www.gilhooleys.comhtt
Sat. 11th St Lucia QLD 4067 Moreton Celtic Fiddle Club Workshop @ 13:00-15:00. St Lucia Comm. Hall, 27 Guilfoyle Street, Ironside Park,
Sat. 11 Gravatt QLD 4122 Concert@ 19:30 with The Australian Celtic Women. Upper Mt.Gravatt Progress Hall,1873 Logan Road Mt.Gravatt 4122
Sun. 12 Beenleigh QLD 4207@ 13:00 Beenleigh Theatre with. The Australian Celtic Women. https://beenleightheatregroup.com/
PROMO
Gerry 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.
Throughout 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.
In 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.
Furthermore, 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.
The 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.
In 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.
Before travelling to the ACF I am planning visits to Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney
I am happy to Teach, Talk and Perform, keeping busy as much as I can
1. Perform solo concerts
2. Give a concert lecture on The Rose in the Gap
3. Teach workshop/ masterclass on Irish fiddle /Tunes Workshop/Ensemble Arrangement of Irish melodies etc

Northshore Strings Summer Camp, Covington, LA, USA
2024-05-26 - 2024-05-30
I will return to the North Shore Summer Camp, Covington, LA, USA and give a series of fiddle workshops, concerts, sessions and lectures
For all enquiries please contact Annie Young Bridges at nsstringsllc@gmail.com

Westbrook, ME with Kevin McElroy
2024-06-02
Conant Homestead, ME 04092. – with Kevin McElroy https://
www.facebook.com/theConantHomestead/

Eastport Traditional Arts Week ME, USA
2024-06-06 - 2024-06-09
I will return to Eastport ME and undertake a series of Fiddle masterclasses , Concerts , sessions
All enquiries.https://info@eastportartscenter.org

Willie Clancy Summer School July 08-13, 2024
2024-07-08 - 2024-07-13
Scoil Samhraidh Willie Clancy, The Willie Clancy Summer School, a major traditional Irish music, song and dance event held annually in Miltown Malbay, County Clare, Ireland with instrument and dance classes, lectures, workshops, recitals and céilithe all through the week.
I will teach Mon-Sat and play at the Fiddle Concert (Monday Night)
Please direct all enquiries to: scoilwclancy73@gmail.com

Catskills Irish Arts Week | July 14 - 20, followed by a week of concerts with Kevin McElroy
2024-07-14 - 2024-07-28
This year’s CIAW and East Durham Trad Fest will be held from Sunday, July 14 to Saturday, July 20.
The 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.
Classes Am and PM of 90 mins duration
After the Catskills, I plan to stay in the Nort East and play some concerts with Kevin McElroy
July 24 – Brick Store Museum, Kennebunk ME
Juky 25 – Brick Church, Lovell ME

Brick Museum , Kennebunk ME
2024-07-24 19:30 - 21:00 UTC
Gerry will be joined by guitarist/singer Kevin McElroy for an evening of music and songs
The museum is adjacent to the Town Hall and across Route 1 from the UU Church and the town library. The program center is in a building behind the main museum building.

Lowell, MA with Kevin McElroy
2024-07-25 19:30 - 21:30 UTC
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.

Alasdair Fraser's Music Week in Crisol de Cuerda, Burgos, Spain
2024-07-28 - 2024-08-04
Crisol de Cuerda – “Crucible of Strings” – a weeklong feast ofTuition and performances of Traditional music on fiddle, cello, guitar, flute, cello, song, percussion, dance etc etc – in Burgos, Spain ( Northern)

Oslo Irish Festival, Norway Aug 15-18
2024-08-15 - 2024-08-18
a weekend of classes, concerts and sessions in the heart of Oslo
The venues
The classes, ceili night, and teachers’ concert will all take place at Popsenteret and Øvingshotellet, in Trondheimsveien 2.
The opening concert will take place at Sentralen, Øvre Slottsgate 3.
The sessions will take place at the Dubliner Folk Pub in Rådhusgata 28, a few minutes’ walk from Sentralen 3.
https://www.feileoslo.com

Harp Ireland - Concert in Drogheda, Co. Louth
2024-09-13 20:00 - 22:30 UTC
Celebrating the 280 anniversary of the Drogheda Harp Festival

Culture Night- Dunleer, County Louth
2024-09-20 19:00 - 20:00 UTC
Oriel Echoes: A Night of Traditional Music Tickets, Fri 20 Sep 2024 at 19:00 | Eventbrite
Oriel Echoes: A Night of Traditional Music
Come join us for a magical evening of traditional music at Teach Ceilí Lann Leire! Immerse yourself in the rich melodies and rhythms of Ireland as talented musicians take the stage to showcase their skills. Whether you’re a seasoned fan of Irish music or just looking for a fun night out, this event promises to be a memorable experience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be swept away by the enchanting echoes of Oriel! See you there!

Fiddle Hell, Westford MA USA
2024-11-07 - 2024-11-10
20 concerts, 35 guided jams, 325 hands-on workshops 2023 in person
FH In-Person (Westford Regency Inn , MA), Nov 7-10, 2024:
For 15 years in a row, Fiddle Hell Massachusetts was an in-person event. In 2020, we reimagined Fiddle Hell as an online festival and music camp. It was an exciting new way for our music community to reconnect and stay safe during the pandemic. Fiddle Hell Online went live in November, 2020, with video replays for the next 4 months. Although we missed seeing our musical friends face-to-face, and jamming with them in the hallways, we had front-row seats for every virtual session, and were joined by new attendees and instructors from around the world! We had such a good time that we ran 5 more FHOs in ’21-’23, and now Fiddle Hell is online every April.
Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun, Cape Breton, East European, Electric, Irish, Jazz, Jazz Manouche, Klezmer, Latin, Mexican, New Acoustic, New England, Old-Time Southern, Québécois, Scandinavian, Scottish, and Swing styles. Historical and technical workshops will be on the program in addition to tune and style learning. Workshops and jams are designed for Beginners, Low Intermediates,

Tour of North East USA Nov. 25 -24
2024-11-14 - 2024-11-24
After”Fiddle Hell” I will play concerts and teaching workshops in upstate NY, VT, CT and NYC.
Wed. Nov. 13 – Mount Hollywood Studio, Belmont VT 05730 Contact – claudbanjo@gmail.com
Fri. Nov 15 – Irish American Heritage Museum. – https://irish-us.org/contact
Sat. 16 Utica NY – Irish Heritage Museum Teaching workshop & concert https://www.iccmv.org/
Sun. Nov. 17 – Stone Ridge NY
Tue. Nov. 19 – NYC Irish Arts Teaching Workshop – https://irishartscenter.org/whats-on
Wed. Nov. 20 – Boston, Burren Backroom Concert Room – https://www.burren.com/
Fri. Nov. 22 – NYC, Irish Cultural Center, Blarney Star series https://www.newyorkirishcenter.org/events
Sat. Nov. 23 – Norfolk CT, Public Library, at 5:00 pm – https://norfolklibrary.org/events/concert
Sun. Nov. 24 New Hartford CT House Concert @ 4 PM Contact – noeleensoraghan@gmail.com
For 2025 North American bookings/enquiries contact Miki at celticbooking1st@gmail.com

Concerts and Workshop in Normandy, France, Dec 20-22, 2024
2024-12-20 - 2024-12-22
I will play a short series of concerts and a fiddle workshop in Normandy, France.
Friday Dec 20th – Le Chat Perché . +33763315348 https://www.lechatperche-pub.com
522 Chem. de l’Église, 14130 Saint-Julien-sur-Calonne, France
Sat. Dec. 21st – Les Soeurs Pinard. +33231611849 http://www.lessoeurspinard.fr.
4 Av. Sainte-Thérèse, 14100 Lisieux, France
Sun. Dec 22nd – Le centre équestre le Mesnil d’Argences. Tel : 02 31 23 97 56. https://www.equitation-normandie.com
519 Chemin de Blamont, Le Mesnil. 14370 ARGENCES. Tel : 02 31 23 97 56.
Workshop / Stage 14;30 Concert @ 17;00

Your Roots are Showing -
2025-01-15 - 2025-01-19
I will perform at the opening concert of the Conference at the Gleneagles Hotel INEC.
Other events during the conference are being planned

After-Dinner Concert- Music and Song from County Louth, and Beyond
2025-02-08 19:00 - 23:00 UTC
Traditional Music and Songs from County Louth, and Beyond!
Gerry and Jim will bring you music, songs and stories from The Land of Legends.
Both are steeped in the oral culture of Ireland’s smallest county.
Jim McArdle was born in Drogheda and received his musical education in Carberry’s Pub on the North Strand. He has extensively collected Traditional Music and songs in the Mid Louth area from the Hill of Rath to Ardpatrick, near Tallanstown (where Cromwell lost his nose). His main sources of inspiration have been the concertina playing and singing of the late Mary Ann Carolan (Usher) from the Hill of Rath and Tenure, and the late great fiddler Tommy McArdle from Tallanstown. He has several albums of traditional music and song, including a 3-CD compilation of historic recordings of the Usher family from Tenure. Jim is also a member of the Drogheda-based Old-Timey group, The Watery Hill Boys.
Set in the picturesque surroundings of The Glyde Inn, Annagassan, this evening pairs extraordinary music with an exquisite 4-course meal, showcasing the best of Irish hospitality.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the soul of County Louth through music, song, and fine dining!

Irish Rovers Tour of Canada - 60 years of music making
2025-02-25 - 2025-03-21
Tuesday, Feb 25th – Halifax, NS B3J 2V9 CA – Lighthouse Arts Centre,
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Thursday, Feb 27th – Pictou, NS B0K 1H0 CA – deCoste Entertainment Centre
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Friday, Feb 28th – Summerside, PEI C1N 5Y8 CA – Harbourfront Theatre
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Saturday, Mar 1st – Saint John, NB E2L 4B8 CA – Imperial Theatre
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Sunday, Mar 2nd – Fredericton, NB E3B 1C2 CA – The Playhouse
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Wednesday, Mar 5th – Brockville, ON K6V 3S2 CA – Brockville Arts Centre
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Thursday, Mar 6th – Belleville, ON K8N 2Z9 CA – Empire Theatre
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Saturday, Mar 8th – Orillia, ON L3V 6H6 CA – Casino Rama Resort
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Tuesday, Mar 11th – Winnipeg, Mb R2C 3B2 CA – Club Regent Event Centre (2 shows today)
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Thursday, Mar 13th – Regina, SK S4P 0B2 CA – Casino Regina
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Friday, Mar 14th – Enoch, AB T7X 3Y3 CA – River Cree Casino & Resort
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Saturday, Mar 15th – Calgary, AB T3E 3X8 CA – Grey Eagle Resort and Casino
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Sunday, Mar 16th – Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8W2 CA – Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre
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Monday, Mar 17th – Saskatoon, SK S7K 0C8 CA – Sid Buckwold Theatre at TCU Place
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Tuesday, Mar 18th – Camrose, AB T4V 5J1 CA – Jeanne & Peter Lougheed PAC
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Friday, Mar 21st – Richmond, BC V6X 3P8 CA – River Rock Casino Resort

Shennaghys Jiu , Isle of Man
2025-04-03 - 2025-04-06
Shennaghys Jiu has a wide variety of performers and acts as part of the festival. Traditional Manx music and dance are prominent features of the festival, but since it was founded in 1998, the festival has grown to include acts from all Celtic nations, and Galicia.[4]
At Shennaghys Jiu there is a large emphasis on the participation of students from local primary and secondary schools to perform at the festival.[7]
There are also language, dance, and instrument workshops available throughout the festival.[

Thomas D’Arcy McGee 200th Anniversary Celebration - Carlingford comes to Canada
2025-04-10 - 2025-04-13
Carlingford County Louth (where McGee was born) and Ottawa (where he died) join forces to celebrate
one of the great Founding Fathers of the Canadian Confederation.
The team behind the Thomas D’Arcy McGee Summer School since 2011 will present, in
collaboration with local Ottawa enthusiasts, a 3-day celebration of McGee’s 200th
anniversary.
The programme will include;
 The Trial of Thomas D’Arcy McGee; written my Anthony Russell
 Traditional Irish Concert with Gerry O’Connor & friends
 Traditional Irish Music Anniversary Sessions (all levels welcome)
Optional events
 Fiddle Masterclass traditional Music from the Oriel region of South Ulster (intermediary/master), by Gerry O’Connor
 Tin whistle lessons (beginner /intermediary), by Tommy Fegan
 Two unique audio-visual presentations on Irish traditional music;
 “The Rose in The Gap” – Dance Music from South East Ulster”, Gerry O’Connor
 “Irish Travellers and Irish traditional music; a distinct cultural style on the verge of extinction.” Tommy Fegan

May tour of the US North East with Kevin McElroy
2025-05-16 - 2025-05-23
I will play a short tour with Kevin McElroy (songs and Guitar) https://www.kevinmcelroy.net
Fri. 16 – NYC American Irish Historical Society https://aihsny.org/.
Sat. 17 – NJ Bergen Irish Association (BIA) (201) 384-2687 https://www.bergenirishassociation.com
Sun. 18 – MA West Springfield Irish Cultural Center of West New England.https://www.irishcenterwne.org/events/gerry-oconnor-051825/
Mon. 19 – NY Bethlehem school, private visit
Tue. 20 – NY Albany Irish Heritage Museum. https://irish-us.org/contact
Wed. 21 – MA Boston The Burren Backroom Concert Room https://www.burren.com/
Thu. 22 MA CCE Boston; Canadian American Club, 202 Arlington St, Watertown, MA 02472,
for students of various ability/experience. https://bostonirishmusicschool.com
Fri. 23 GA Atlanta Emory area Concert & Workshop (contact Gerry for details)
Further details/bookings: contact Miki at celticbooking1st@gmail.com

North Shore Strings Fiddle Festival, Covington LA
2025-05-25 - 2025-05-31
A festival of Irish, Cajun and Jazz fiddle performances, tuition and lectures for all ages
May 25 – 30 https://www.nsstrings.org/fiddle-camps
Sat 31- Concert in Abitaa Springs Town Hall with Don Penzien https://www.nstms.org/celtic.html
11th Annual Fiddle Camp
In Covington, Louisiana
FEATURING – MASTER IRISH TRAD FIDDLER GERRY O’CONNOR
Sponsored by the North Shore Traditional Music Society
A Day Camp For Violin, Viola, Cello or Bass players
ages 6-8 (half day) and 9-18 (full day) – art and dance included!
Camp Dates: Monday May 26th
– Friday, May 30th, 2025 – see below
Daily CLASSES, PUBLIC WORKSHOPS and CONCERTS
Celtic, Cajun, Bluegrass, Old Time Fiddle Styles taught by guest clinicians
NEW! ADULT FIDDLE CAMP!
Registration open until 5/20
Nsstrings.org/fiddle-camp
Nsstrings.music@gmail.com
985-807-5324
Guest Artist WORKSHOPS 1:30-3:15 ($20 per participant):
AT FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH – included in Camp Tuition
Monday, May 26 – Gerry O’Connor, Irish Trad
Tuesday, May 27 – Anya Burgess with Christine Balfa, Cajun/Old Time
Wednesday, May 28 – Harry Hardin, Jazz and Bluegrass
Thursday, May 29 – Gerry O’Connor, Irish Trad
Guest Artist CONCERTS 3:30-5:00 ($15 adults, kids free):
AT FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH – included in Camp Tuition
Monday, May 26 – 3:30-5:00 – WHISHT
Tuesday, May 27 – Anya Burgess and Christine Balfa
Wednesday, May 28 — The Electric Yat Quartet
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FIDDLE CAMPERS’ PUBLIC PERFORMANCE
At the Covington Farmers Market, 609 N. Columbia St., Covington, LA
Saturday, May 31, 9:00-10:30 am, followed by a jam with Fiddle Campers
and teachers!
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Saturday, May 31, 5:00 pm Shamrock Soiree!
Featuring Gerry O’Connor and Don Penzien. Abita Springs Town Hall
22161 Level Street Abita Springs, LA 70420
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shamrock-soiree-tickets-1276810236789?aff=erelexpmlt
