Newsletter. In This Issue: Comhaltas Ceóltoiri Éireann Tom Finucane Branch Rochester, New York. May/June 2016

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1 Comhaltas Ceóltoiri Éireann Tom Finucane Branch Rochester, New York Newsletter May/June 2016 Bealtaine agus Maitheamh 2016 An organization dedicated to the advancement of traditional Irish music, language, dance and culture In This Issue: Kevin Burke Concert Irish Catskills DVD review Second Friday 5 Proclamation 5 Clubs 6 Rince Na Saor 6 Band info 7 Classifieds 8 Officers, etc. 9 Sessions 10 Kevin Burke returns for a concert Sunday, May 22, :30 pm Nazareth College Arts Center: Room A13 Admission: $20 ($15 for paid-up Comhaltas members) No ticket presales; come on time to be sure of a seat. Branch website: Facebook: rochester irish musicians association

2 Comhaltas Rochester May/June 2016 Page 2 In 2012, this was a sell-out event. Don t miss this opportunity to hear superior fiddle music as well as be entertained by a very versatile performer. Kevin Burke has been called Ireland s most lyrical fiddler. At the forefront of traditional music for over 30 years, he is known for his highly individual style-- vibrant, expressive, relaxed, and, at times, humorous. He is well known to international audiences for his work with superlative Irish groups, from the Bothy Band to Patrick Street and Celtic Fiddle Festival. Kevin s family is from Sligo and his first musical influences were famous musicians of that region, such as Michael Coleman and Paddy Killoran. Kevin's playing reflects the intricately ornamental Sligo style. Burke's extensive credits include recording and touring with both Arlo Guthrie and Christy Moore in the 1970s, and with former Bothy Band colleague Micheal O Domhnaill in the 1980s. He was a member of Tim O Brien s American-Celtic crossover band The Crossing, and in recent years has collaborated with Oregon guitarist Cal Scott. In 2002 Burke was awarded the NEA s National Heritage Fellowship, this country's highest honor in the traditional arts. He has resided in Portland, Oregon since the late 1970s, and in 2010 was inducted into the Oregon Music Hall of Fame. For more photos, CDs; listen to Kevin: "Kevin Burke is one of the greatest Irish fiddlers of the past half-century." The Washington Post CCE members: Bring your membership card for $5 discount on admission. Whether solo or accompanied, on record or in concert, Kevin Burke is an immensely engaging performer. "The great Irish fiddler Kevin Burke...plays the fiddle so smoothly, with such buoyancy, and with such relaxed showmanship, that even a large concert hall becomes intimate." - The New Yorker Magazine

3 Comhaltas Rochester May/June 2016 Page 3 I went to Brittany in Jan 2013 where I met up with André, Christian and Nicolas to record a new CD Live in Brittany The release date is May 20th, Kevin Burke

4 Comhaltas Rochester May/June 2016 Page 4 New DVD you might enjoy The Irish Catskills Dancing at the Crossroads This is a fascinating story of the history of the Irish Catskills from the 1930s to the present. If you ve ever been to a feis or a ceili or Irish Arts Week in East Durham, you will enjoy this video collection. The DVD includes the main feature (56:46) plus short vignettes from Irish Arts Week ( ), Cherish the Ladies, interview with Billy McComiskey plus film footage from the past and more. To find out more and order your own copy ($25) go to: THE IRISH CATSKILLS: DANCING AT THE CROSSROADS is a fascinating documentary that looks at the history and legacy of the Irish Catskills, an enclave of inns, hotels, and bungalows in New York s famed vacation spot that was a summer getaway for many Irish Americans. The film traces the history and legacy of this beloved chapter of Irish- Americana by using archival photos, home movies, dozens of interviews and contemporary videography to tell the story on a personal and anecdotal scale. --WMHT, Albany, NY

5 Comhaltas Rochester May/June 2016 Page 5 The Second Friday Session revived: Mark and Kate Ballard invite Comhaltas to hold the SECOND FRIDAY SESSON at The First Baptist Church in Fairport ( 94South Main Street, Fairport) (corner of 31F and 250) Beginning May 13 at 7:30 pm This session can be attended by children and youth, as alcohol is not permitted on church grounds. Please note: the June session will be on June 17 (not June 10) Proclamation Monroe County and the City of Rochester, in recognition of the important role Irish- Americans have played in our community and our country proclaim March to be IRISH-AMERICAN MONTH. Cheryl Dinolfo, Monroe County Executive Lovely A. Warren, Mayor, City of Rochester

6 Comhaltas Rochester May/June 2016 Page 6 Music club activities May 7, 2016 Button Box Club, 10:00 am 12:00 May 14, 2016 Flute and Whistle Club, 10:00 am 11:00 Sets for Sessions Practice: 11 am- 12 May Fiddle Club, 10:00 am 12:00 June 4, 2016 Button Box Club, 10:00 am 12:00 June 11, 2016 Flute and Whistle Club, 10:00 am 12:00 June 18, 2016 Fiddle Club, 10:00 am 12:00 Rince Na Saor Celebrating 20 Years! Rince Na Saor will soon celebrate its 20th anniversary! Founded in 1997 for the non-competitive dancer, Rince Na Saor is an independent school which teaches children and adults in an exclusively recreational environment. We have 3 levels of instruction, including soft shoe and hard shoe stepdancing, ceili and figure dancing, traditional sets, family dancing, and dance dramas. Our annual show this year will be on Sunday, June 19 at 3 p.m. at the Harley School in Brighton. We'd love to see you there, and be sure to join us for a ceili dance at the end of the show! - Kathy Whitfield Catskills Irish Arts Week (July 10-July 16, 2016)

7 Comhaltas Rochester May/June 2016 Page 7 Tullamore Celtic Band Terry O Toole, Brian Coughlin & Dick Bolt Performs With the Drumcliffe School of Irish Dance Friday, July 8, pm Moonlight Strolls Concert Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park 151 Charlotte Street, Canandaigua, NY Snacks, soft drinks, wine and beer available Sixteen years performing traditional acoustic Irish/Celtic tunes and songs Information: & Three CDs of their music heard & sold worldwide at For more information and booking contact dick@dickbolt.com Téada presents reawakening Inspired by the remarkable artistic flourishing of the Irish at home and abroad in the 100-year period from 1916 onwards, reawakening sets historic musical and song material beginning from the early 20th century to a backdrop of archival video footage and still images from the 1916 Rising. A traditional band with a truly worldwide reach, Téada has appeared as a frequent headliner at major music festivals throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Africa, Russia, the Middle East, and Australia. Highlights include a 30,000- capacity stadium concert in Brittany, along with performances at Penang World Music Festival in Malaysia, Edmonton Folk Festival in Canada, Harare International Festival of the Arts in Zimbabwe, and an extensive 7-week tour of Japan and Taiwan in 2014 playing to audiences of 40,000 people. The band recently received a Yeats 2015 WDC Funding Award for a show production celebrating the Sligo-inspired poetry of W.B. Yeats. Téada s latest addition to the line-up is legendary West Kerry singer and accordionist Séamus Begley, winner of 2013 TG4 Traditional Singer of the Year. Performers: Oisín Mac Diarmada fiddle Sean Gavin uilleann pipes / flute Samantha Harvey piano / dance Séamus Begley voice / button accordion Brian Cunningham sean nós dance Patrick Doocey guitar Tour schedule, photos, videos, etc.: sponsored by,

8 Comhaltas Rochester May/June 2016 Page 8 Irish American Cultural Institute, Rochester, NY IACI Movies for The General Michael Collins Brooklyn Crying Game Roan Inish Dancing at Lughnasa The 1916 Proclamation of the Irish Republic has been called the most important document in Irish history, establishing the idea of equal rights across gender, fair labor practices, and conferring the right of self-government to the people. Adam Farley, Irish America, Feb/Mar 2016, p. 45 Brennan Genealogical Research Christopher Brennan, MA, MLS Genealogical and Historical Researcher 116 Wildwood Drive, Rochester, NY cristoir@twc.com Over 25 Years experience Space is available for paid advertisements and classifieds. Only $100 per year (six issues of the newsletter) For information, please contact Dave Halligan dhalligan@rochester.rr.com PILAROSCIA AGENCY General Insurance Property, Casualty, Personal, Commercial Phone: Browncroft Blvd., Rochester, NY 14625

9 Comhaltas Rochester May/June 2016 Page 9 Branch Officers Cathoirleach (Chair) Dave Halligan Leas-Cathoirleach (Vice Chair) John Ryan Runai (Secretary) Bill Hallahan Cisteoir (Treasurer) Lynn Pilaroscia Michoir (Auditor) Shawn Casey Youth Officers Marta Driscoll Programs Music Events Cathy McGrath Ted McGraw John Ryan Ceili Dancing Arlene Miller Membership Bill Hallahan Singers Session Becky Farrell Ferrigno Music Learner s Session Mark Ballard Website Marta Driscoll Newsletter Bill Hallahan Music Instrument Library Mark Gowman Concerts & Festivals Dave Halligan John Ryan Look for us on Facebook: Rochester Irish Musician s Association Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann MEMBERSHIP AND DUES for 2016 Dues: First Adult $25.00 Second Adult $ 8.00 Family $40.00 Junior $ 4.00 Please make your check payable to: CCE Mail to: Comhaltas 6658 North Avon Road Honeoye Falls, NY Your donations are tax-deductible. Irish music on the radio with Ted & John McGraw: Ol' Fiddler Show WRUR 88.5 FM Sundays 12:00-1pm Irish Party House WRUR 88.5 FM Sundays 1pm-2pm Join Comhaltas and support Irish music.and culture. Check your membership card for expiration date. If you have ideas or articles or announcements or photos to include in this newsletter, please send them to Bill Hallahan at whallah3@naz.edu.

10 Comhaltas Rochester May/June 2016 Page 10 Comhaltas-Sponsored Music Sessions, Dancing, Singing 1 st Sundays of every month: The American Hotel 4:00 pm 7304 E. Main Street, Lima, NY 2r d Friday of every month: 7:30 pm CCE music session First Baptist Church 94 South Main Street, Fairport, NY Last Sunday of every month: Johnny's Irish Pub 1342 Culver Road, Rochester, NY 3:00 pm Music Learning Session with Mark Ballard 3:00-5:00 pm Singer Session with Chris Brennan 5:00 pm Regular session Set Dancing Every Wednesday: McGinnity's Bar & Restaurant 7:30 pm 534 West Ridge Road No experience, no partner necessary. Instructors: Arlene Miller (585) James Coughlin, caller. OTHER TRADITIONAL IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC SESSIONS Every Monday: Colie s Café, Nazareth College campus Leader: Jane Sturmer 6:00 pm waltz session 7:00-9:00 pm: jigs, reels, etc. same tune set each week (mostly) Ben s website for the Monday session: Every Tuesday: 7:00 pm (study session) Charlotte Tavern, 2 River Road & Lake Ave. Every Saturday: Barry s Old School Irish, Webster. 2:00-5:30 pm. Leader: John Ryan First Wednesdays: 7:00 pm Scottish Sessions at 7:00-9:00 PM at the Pittsford Recreation Center (Spiegel Community Center), 35 Lincoln Avenue Pittsford, NY Thursdays Begins at 7:30 pm. Duffy s Irish Pub, 100 West Main Street, Avon, NY (RR station at the tracks). Leaders: Bill Henrie & Adrienne Maher