It’s that time of year that we celebrate everything Irish. Because of COVID the past couple of years have made it tough to celebrate in person. I’m happy to inform you that this year’s Burlington Irish Heritage Festival will be in person (mostly). There will also be some online events as well. From the festival … More Celebrating St. Patrick, 2022 style
Traditional music is community music and dancing is a huge part of it. Yesterday we played for a community Ceilidh to not only help kick off St. Patrick’s Day and celebrate Irish tradition, but to introduce newcomers to the joys of Ceilidh dancing. The Garret School of Irish Dance was on hand to walk people … More Music builds community
Summer is my favorite time of year. Not just because of the beautiful weather and longer days but because there are more music festivals and workshops to choose from than there are mosquitos. Well, not really, there are a LOT of mosquitos this time of year but you get my point. This festival season kicks … More Festival Time – 13th Annual Carolan Festival
March arrives on Friday and I, for one, couldn’t be happier. Not only is it a reminder that spring is on its way, but its the kick-off of one of my favorite celebrations — St. Patrick’s Day, and the Burlington Irish Heritage Festival. This weekend, the festival kicks off with two Irish dancing events in Richmond: … More Kicking of the 2019 Burlington Irish Heritage Festival
Post by Reagh Greenleaf: Winter Renaissance Faire Pre-Party You’re invited to a Winter Renaissance Faire Pre-Party at Rí Rá Burlington on Wed. 2/21/18, 6-9 pm. Participation and Medieval/Renaissance costumes encouraged. Gypsy Reel Trio (Silas Hamilton, Maggie Hickey and Reagh Greenleaf) performing, VTCeltic merch, giveaways, raffles, etc. Irish Sessions at the Winter Renaissance Faire Vermont Celtic Co., is sponsoring, co-organizing and vending at the Winter … More Upcoming Renaissance Faire Festivities
It’s that time of year again to celebrate the music of Turlough Carolan, a blind Irish harper, singer and composer who is famous for his beautifully melodic tunes, many with a Baroque influence. Some of the most famous ones include Planxty Fanny Power, Sí Beag, Sí Mór, and Blind Mary to name a few. On Saturday, … More 11th Annual Carolan Festival
St. Patrick’s Day is the day the world celebrates the patron saint of Ireland. As an Irish musician, it is usually one of my favorite holidays. Mostly because, for me, it’s a recognition of this amazing music — everyone wants to hear Irish music on St. Patrick’s Day. Regardless of why we have celebrated St. Patrick’s … More Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day in a new way
June, when the weather is warm, the days are long and music festivals and concerts in Vermont are abundant. June is the true beginning of summer and what better way to enjoy it but with some Irish music. There are a couple of Irish music events around Vermont this month that you won’t want to miss: … More Irish music in June
I’m claiming March St. Patrick’s Month. I mean why limit the music and celebration to just one day? There is so much going on in the next few weeks it’s almost impossible to keep track of it all. Below is my attempt. In the meantime, check out this band coming to the Barre Opera house:
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? This weekend marks the 9th Annual Carolan Festival, a gathering for people who play, listen, sing or dance to the music of Turlough Carolan, a blind Irish harper and composer. The Irish festival takes place in a beautiful Vermont country setting overlooking the North Branch of the Winooski River … More Carolan Festival this weekend
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