Ever wonder where the rockin’ Irish sessions are? If you live in Vermont and you play Irish music here are the places to be:
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WEDNESDAY
Radio Bean, North Winooski Street, Burlington
The session occurs every Wednesday night at 8pm. There have been nights where players like Randal Bays and others have shown up to share a tune or two. It’s always a fun session. All Irish musicians are welcome and be prepared to play fast. Read my review…
J.D. McCliment’s, Bellows Falls Road, Putney
This session is every Wednesday from 6:30-9:30pm. I haven’t been to this session so I can’t speak to what the deal is but I’m sure it’s fun. Aren’t they all?
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THURSDAY
On The Rise Bakery, Bridge Street, Richmond
The session is usually takes place on the last Thursday of the month from 7:30-10:00pm. But check On The Rise’s website just to be sure. Read my review…
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SATURDAY
Bagitos, 28 Main Street, Montpelier
This is a traditional Irish session that takes place every Saturday from 2:00-5:00pm. Melody instruments only (though occasionally there are rhythm instrumentalists invited) . Hope to see you there! Read my review…
Monkton House Session, Monkton
This a Scottish/Folk/Irish session that takes place on the first or second Saturday every month at 6:30pm. It is an informal session and casual pot luck. For more information email darin@gmavt.net or call 802.453.4997.
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SUNDAY
Ri Ra the Irish Pub, 123 Church Street, Burlington
This session starts up again on Sunday Feb. 12, 2012 from 5-8pm. All Irish musicians are welcome. The session is hosted by fiddler, Harold Kaplan. Call (802) 860-9401 for information. The session will run every other week beginning on the 12th. Read my review…
The Shoreham Inn, 51 Inn Road, Shoreham
The session takes place on the third Sunday of the month, from 6-8 PM. Check the website or give them a call to find out more info. Read my review…
Champlain Valley Scottish Fiddle Club, 13 South Street, Middlebury
This is a Scottish session on the first Sunday of the month. Contact Jeannie Van Oder (802) 388-2142 or jeansvan@gmail.com for more information. Whistles and indoor pipes welcome.
