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:20250604T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250604T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20250604T191918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T191918Z UID:46332-1749024000-1749056400@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Fiddle Hell in Person 2025 DESCRIPTION:Fiddle Hell is an extravaganza of 300 fiddle-related events\, and 20 concerts\, showcasing fiddle music from all over the world. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/fiddle-hell-in-person-2025/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250601 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20240813T144936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T144936Z UID:46315-1748131200-1748735999@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:North Shore Strings Fiddle Festival\, Covington LA DESCRIPTION:A festival of Irish\, Cajun and Jazz fiddle performances\, tuition and lectures for all ages \nMay 25 – 30 https://www.nsstrings.org/fiddle-camps \nSat 31- Concert in Abitaa Springs Town Hall with Don Penzien https://www.nstms.org/celtic.html \n11th Annual Fiddle Camp\nIn Covington\, Louisiana\nFEATURING – MASTER IRISH TRAD FIDDLER GERRY O’CONNOR\nSponsored by the North Shore Traditional Music Society\nA Day Camp For Violin\, Viola\, Cello or Bass players\nages 6-8 (half day) and 9-18 (full day) – art and dance included!\nCamp Dates: Monday May 26th\n– Friday\, May 30th\, 2025 – see below\nDaily CLASSES\, PUBLIC WORKSHOPS and CONCERTS\nCeltic\, Cajun\, Bluegrass\, Old Time Fiddle Styles taught by guest clinicians\nNEW! ADULT FIDDLE CAMP!\nRegistration open until 5/20\nNsstrings.org/fiddle-camp\nNsstrings.music@gmail.com\n985-807-5324\nGuest Artist WORKSHOPS 1:30-3:15 ($20 per participant):\nAT FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH – included in Camp Tuition\nMonday\, May 26 – Gerry O’Connor\, Irish Trad\nTuesday\, May 27 – Anya Burgess with Christine Balfa\, Cajun/Old Time\nWednesday\, May 28 – Harry Hardin\, Jazz and Bluegrass\nThursday\, May 29 – Gerry O’Connor\, Irish Trad\nGuest Artist CONCERTS 3:30-5:00 ($15 adults\, kids free):\nAT FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH – included in Camp Tuition\nMonday\, May 26 – 3:30-5:00 – WHISHT\nTuesday\, May 27 – Anya Burgess and Christine Balfa\nWednesday\, May 28 — The Electric Yat Quartet\n*********************************************************\nFIDDLE CAMPERS’ PUBLIC PERFORMANCE\nAt the Covington Farmers Market\, 609 N. Columbia St.\, Covington\, LA\nSaturday\, May 31\, 9:00-10:30 am\, followed by a jam with Fiddle Campers\nand teachers!\n**************************************\nSaturday\, May 31\, 5:00 pm Shamrock Soiree!\nFeaturing Gerry O’Connor and Don Penzien. Abita Springs Town Hall\n22161 Level Street Abita Springs\, LA 70420\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/shamrock-soiree-tickets-1276810236789?aff=erelexpmlt URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/northshore-strings-festival-covington-la/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250524 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20250305T193414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T193414Z UID:46328-1747353600-1748044799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:May tour of the US North East with Kevin McElroy DESCRIPTION:I will play a short tour with Kevin McElroy (songs and Guitar) https://www.kevinmcelroy.net \nFri. 16 – NYC American Irish Historical Society https://aihsny.org/. \nSat. 17 – NJ Bergen Irish Association (BIA) (201) 384-2687 https://www.bergenirishassociation.com \nSun. 18 – MA West Springfield Irish Cultural Center of West New England.https://www.irishcenterwne.org/events/gerry-oconnor-051825/ \nMon. 19 – NY Bethlehem school\, private visit \nTue. 20 – NY Albany Irish Heritage Museum. https://irish-us.org/contact \nWed. 21 – MA Boston The Burren Backroom Concert Room https://www.burren.com/ \nThu. 22 MA CCE Boston; Canadian American Club\, 202 Arlington St\, Watertown\, MA 02472\,\n for students of various ability/experience. https://bostonirishmusicschool.com \nFri. 23 GA Atlanta Emory area Concert & Workshop (contact Gerry for details) \nFurther details/bookings: contact Miki at celticbooking1st@gmail.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/may-tour-of-the-us-north-east-with-kevin-mcelroy/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250414 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 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:20250403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250407 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20240813T142136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T142136Z UID:46314-1743638400-1743983999@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Shennaghys Jiu \, Isle of Man DESCRIPTION:  \nShennaghys 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] \nAt Shennaghys Jiu there is a large emphasis on the participation of students from local primary and secondary schools to perform at the festival.[7] \nThere are also language\, dance\, and instrument workshops available throughout the festival.[ URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/isle-of-man-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250322 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20250220T114921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T114921Z UID:46327-1740441600-1742601599@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Irish Rovers Tour of Canada - 60 years of music making DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, Feb 25th – Halifax\, NS B3J 2V9 CA – Lighthouse Arts Centre\,\n——————–\nThursday\, Feb 27th – Pictou\, NS B0K 1H0 CA – deCoste Entertainment Centre\n——————–\nFriday\, Feb 28th – Summerside\, PEI C1N 5Y8 CA – Harbourfront Theatre\n——————–\nSaturday\, Mar 1st – Saint John\, NB E2L 4B8 CA – Imperial Theatre\n——————–\nSunday\, Mar 2nd – Fredericton\, NB E3B 1C2 CA – The Playhouse\n——————–\nWednesday\, Mar 5th – Brockville\, ON K6V 3S2 CA – Brockville Arts Centre\n——————–\nThursday\, Mar 6th – Belleville\, ON K8N 2Z9 CA – Empire Theatre\n——————–\nSaturday\, Mar 8th – Orillia\, ON L3V 6H6 CA – Casino Rama Resort\n——————–\nTuesday\, Mar 11th – Winnipeg\, Mb R2C 3B2 CA – Club Regent Event Centre (2 shows today)\n——————–\nThursday\, Mar 13th – Regina\, SK S4P 0B2 CA – Casino Regina\n——————–\nFriday\, Mar 14th – Enoch\, AB T7X 3Y3 CA – River Cree Casino & Resort\n——————–\nSaturday\, Mar 15th – Calgary\, AB T3E 3X8 CA – Grey Eagle Resort and Casino\n——————–\nSunday\, Mar 16th – Medicine Hat\, AB T1A 8W2 CA – Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre\n——————–\nMonday\, Mar 17th – Saskatoon\, SK S7K 0C8 CA – Sid Buckwold Theatre at TCU Place\n——————–\nTuesday\, Mar 18th – Camrose\, AB T4V 5J1 CA – Jeanne & Peter Lougheed PAC\n——————–\nFriday\, Mar 21st – Richmond\, BC V6X 3P8 CA – River Rock Casino Resort URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/irish-rovers-tour-of-canada/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250208T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250208T230000 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20241216T165028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T165028Z UID:46321-1739041200-1739055600@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:After-Dinner Concert- Music and Song from County Louth\, and Beyond DESCRIPTION:Traditional Music and Songs from County Louth\, and Beyond! \nGerry and Jim will bring you music\, songs and stories from The Land of Legends.\n Both are steeped in the oral culture of Ireland’s smallest county. \nJim 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. \nSet 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. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the soul of County Louth through music\, song\, and fine dining! URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/afterdinner-concert-music-and-song-from-county-louth-and-beyond/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20241206T145039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T145039Z UID:46320-1736899200-1737331199@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Your Roots are Showing - DESCRIPTION:I will perform at the opening concert of the Conference at the Gleneagles Hotel INEC.\nOther events during the conference are being planned URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/your-roots-are-showing/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241223 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 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;VALUE=DATE:20241114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241125 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20231221T134631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T134631Z UID:46306-1731542400-1732492799@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Tour of North East USA Nov. 25 -24 DESCRIPTION:After”Fiddle Hell” I will play concerts and teaching workshops in upstate NY\, VT\, CT and NYC. \nWed. Nov. 13 – Mount Hollywood Studio\, Belmont VT 05730 Contact – claudbanjo@gmail.com \nFri. Nov 15 – Irish American Heritage Museum. – https://irish-us.org/contact \nSat. 16 Utica NY – Irish Heritage Museum Teaching workshop & concert https://www.iccmv.org/ \nSun. Nov. 17 – Stone Ridge NY \nTue. Nov. 19 – NYC Irish Arts Teaching Workshop – https://irishartscenter.org/whats-on \nWed. Nov. 20 – Boston\, Burren Backroom Concert Room – https://www.burren.com/ \nFri. Nov. 22 – NYC\, Irish Cultural Center\, Blarney Star series https://www.newyorkirishcenter.org/events \nSat. Nov. 23 – Norfolk CT\, Public Library\, at 5:00 pm – https://norfolklibrary.org/events/concert \nSun. Nov. 24 New Hartford CT House Concert @ 4 PM Contact – noeleensoraghan@gmail.com \nFor 2025 North American bookings/enquiries contact Miki at celticbooking1st@gmail.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/tour-of-north-east-usa/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241111 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20240114T210821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240114T210821Z UID:46310-1730937600-1731283199@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Fiddle Hell\, Westford MA USA DESCRIPTION:20 concerts\, 35 guided jams\, 325 hands-on workshops 2023 in person \nFH In-Person (Westford Regency Inn \, MA)\, Nov 7-10\, 2024: \nFor 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. \nBluegrass\, 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\, URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/fiddle-hell/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240920T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240920T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20240813T150055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T150055Z UID:46316-1726858800-1726862400@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Culture Night- Dunleer\, County Louth DESCRIPTION:Oriel Echoes: A Night of Traditional Music Tickets\, Fri 20 Sep 2024 at 19:00 | Eventbrite\nOriel Echoes: A Night of Traditional Music \nCome 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! URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/culture-night-dunleer-county-louth/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240913T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240913T223000 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20240428T212329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T212329Z UID:46312-1726257600-1726266600@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Harp Ireland - Concert in Drogheda\, Co. Louth DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the 280 anniversary of the Drogheda Harp Festival URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/harp-ireland-concert-in-drogheda-co-louth/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240815 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240819 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20231120T143306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T143306Z UID:46303-1723680000-1724025599@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Oslo Irish Festival\, Norway Aug 15-18 DESCRIPTION:a weekend of classes\, concerts and sessions in the heart of Oslo \nThe venues\nThe classes\, ceili night\, and teachers’ concert will all take place at Popsenteret and Øvingshotellet\, in Trondheimsveien 2. \nThe opening concert will take place at Sentralen\, Øvre Slottsgate 3. \nThe sessions will take place at the Dubliner Folk Pub in Rådhusgata 28\, a few minutes’ walk from Sentralen 3. \nhttps://www.feileoslo.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/oslo-irish-festival-norway-aug-15-18/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240728 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240805 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20240128T195726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240128T195726Z UID:46311-1722124800-1722815999@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Alasdair Fraser's Music Week in Crisol de Cuerda\, Burgos\, Spain DESCRIPTION: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) URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/alasdair-frasers-music-week-in-crisol-de-cuerda-burgos-spain/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240725T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240725T213000 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 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;TZID=UTC:20240724T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240724T210000 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20240611T090644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T090644Z UID:46313-1721849400-1721854800@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Brick Museum \, Kennebunk ME DESCRIPTION:Gerry will be joined by guitarist/singer Kevin McElroy for an evening of music and songs \nThe 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. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/brick-museum-kennebunk-me/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240729 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20231120T143128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T143128Z UID:46301-1720915200-1722211199@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Catskills Irish Arts Week | July 14 - 20\, followed by a week of concerts with Kevin McElroy DESCRIPTION:This year’s CIAW and East Durham Trad Fest will be held from Sunday\, July 14 to Saturday\, July 20.\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 \nAfter the Catskills\, I plan to stay in the Nort East and play some concerts with Kevin McElroy \nJuly 24 – Brick Store Museum\, Kennebunk ME\nJuky 25 – Brick Church\, Lovell ME URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/catskills-irish-arts-week-july-14-20/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240708 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240714 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20231120T140449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T140449Z UID:46300-1720396800-1720915199@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Willie Clancy Summer School July 08-13\, 2024 DESCRIPTION: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. \nI will teach Mon-Sat and play at the Fiddle Concert (Monday Night) \nPlease direct all enquiries to: scoilwclancy73@gmail.com URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/willie-clancy-summer-school-july-08-13-2024/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240610 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20231221T133736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T133736Z UID:46305-1717632000-1717977599@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Eastport Traditional Arts Week ME\, USA DESCRIPTION:I will return to Eastport ME and undertake a series of Fiddle masterclasses \, Concerts \, sessions\nAll enquiries.https://info@eastportartscenter.org URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/eastport-traditional-arts-week-me-usa/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240602 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240603 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 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:20260411T171720 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:20260411T171720 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:20260411T171720 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:20260411T171720 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;VALUE=DATE:20240117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240122 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20230812T085202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230812T085202Z UID:46294-1705449600-1705881599@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:"Your Roots Are Showing";   Ireland's folk\, roots\, and traditional music conference\, DESCRIPTION: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. \n​ URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/6282/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231127 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20231017T191810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T191810Z UID:46297-1700784000-1701043199@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:Drogheda Traditional Music and song weekend DESCRIPTION:THe annual end of year gathering of musicians and singers in Drogheda \, County Louth URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/drogheda-traditional-music-and-song-weekend/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231120T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231120T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 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:20231115T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231115T220000 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 CREATED:20231017T191613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T191613Z UID:46296-1700078400-1700085600@gerryoconnor.net SUMMARY:The Rose in the Gap Concert /Lecture DESCRIPTION: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” \nHis 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 \nA 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. \nThis 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. URL:https://gerryoconnor.net/event/the-rose-in-the-gap-concert-lecture/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231103T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231103T213000 DTSTAMP:20260411T171720 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 END:VCALENDAR