Sly Dog - Madtown and the Celtic Music Association present...
Len Graham
Traditional singer & storyteller
with Brían Ó hAirt
voice, concertina, & sean nós dance
Tuesday, May 1st, 7:30 pm
at the home of Robin & Will's
Contact us for an invitation
Traditional Irish singer Len Graham offers traditional songs in English mostly from the North of Ireland, with memories from a lifetime of collecting and singing.
"Len Graham, another of the great naturals. The rich, grainy voice and fluid, unhurried style bring a reassuring quality of warmth to the songs, and creates the sense of total empathy between the musician and his material." The Guardian, London.
and website of Brían Ó hAirt
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012, 7:30 pm
Voluntary contribution - $12 and optional dessert potluck
Location:
At the home of Robin & Will's - near westside of Madison, Hilldale area.
Bring either a dessert or an evening snack. This is not a requirement. Most importantly, come, with or without. Consider warm slippers or socks. Shoes off at the door.
Contact for invitation:
Before April 13th, IrishBox42@charter.net, (608) 609-6308
After April 13th, Murphy007@sbcglobal.net (608) 320-1235
Address given following sign up. Voluntary contribution when you arrive.
Before April 13th, IrishBox42@charter.net, (608) 609-6308
After April 13th, Murphy007@sbcglobal.net (608) 320-1235
Address given following sign up. Voluntary contribution when you arrive.
Please note: "Sly Dog - Madtown" is simply the name we chose to describe our private parties in our private home. These parties are NOT a business nor are they a business related activity. They are strictly a hobby for us, and are simply gatherings of our friends and guests to enjoy live acoustic music, fellowship, food (a potluck dessert buffet) and fun. Our concert parties are officially free (or else it might be considered a business,) although voluntary contributions are accepted at the party on behalf of the artists. 100% of all contributions go directly to the performers. By invitation only. We are member # 109764 of Folk Alliance International and utilize the guidelines set fourth by FAI, ASCAP, and BMI.
Andrew Mac Namara, Orla Harrington & Ged Foley
March 1st, Thursday, 7:30 pm
at the Brink Nightclub, 701 E Washington Ave.
Presented by the Celtic Music Association of Madison as part of their Masters of Traditional Music series
Andrew’s joyous and individual button accordion style has electrified audiences around the globe. From his years with the famed Tulla Ceili band to the present, he has earned a reputation as one who plays the pure drop, tightly, and with great lift and energy. Orla’s fiddle is a perfect counterpoint to Andrew’s accordion. She spent her formative years developing and nurturing two art-forms, traditional Irish music and dance.
From session music and dance competition, folk festivals, and touring with Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance, she has honed her skills to a fine art. Ged has been a member of the great traditional bands of our time, from Battlefield Band to the House Band to Patrick Street and Celtic Fiddle Festival, he is a master. In addition to his extraordinary guitar playing Ged is a strong and unaffected singer, and a superb fiddler as well. A trio sure to please and bound to delight!
Tickets are $15 in advance and $17 day of show and will be available at Spruce Tree Music, Orange Tree Imports, the Willy St. Coops, and the Brink Lounge at: www.brownpapertickets.com
Paddy Keenan may be joining us again in November.
