Saturday, November 16, 7:30 pm | The Pride of New York (featuring Joanie Madden, Billy McComiskey, Brian Conway, and Brendan Dolan) annual Gregg and Clare Burnett memorial concert

The Irish-American super group The Pride of New York comprises some of the best-known players on this side of the Atlantic. Collectively they have won four All-Ireland championship awards, recorded multiple solo albums, and logged countless miles touring across the United States and abroad. “If you like your music straight up traditional and you think of sections of Brooklyn and the Bronx as westernmost Irish counties, then you will truly enjoy Pride of New York.” — hearthmusic.com

Saturday, October 12, 3:00 pm | Shannon Heaton — The Art of Irish Music: Trad Tunes and the Stories Behind Them 

Boston-based Shannon Heaton sings and plays tunes on the Irish flute. For this special presentation, she’ll share some of her favorites and give an insider tour of the music. Learn how Shannon plays and hears traditional music, consider expressive elements in Irish music, and hear about some of the settings and players who have shaped the tradition. Whether you know hundreds of tunes or are new to Irish music, there’s always more to explore in the art of Irish music!

After the hour-long program, Shannon lead an open session.

Sunday, October 6, 3:00 pm | Caitlin Warbelow and Chris Ranney

An All-Ireland winner and New England Fiddle Contest champion, Caitlin Warbelow’s versatility and expertise lies not only in music and Broadway performances, but also as a faculty member and director of a number of retreats and festivals in the across the United States. As a pianist, Chris Ranney’s wide range of stylistic influences are apparent in his accompaniment, bringing a fresh take to traditional tunes and modern compositions alike. (Irish Echo)

Saturday, September 21, 7:30 pm | Éillís Kennedy and Peter Blanchette

Éillís Kennedy is a singer and songwriter steeped in the culture and rich heritage of Dingle, Kerry. Her fluency in Irish is integral to her performance. Her skill with lyrics and music are demonstrated in both stunning original songs and mesmerizing adaptations of the old tradition. Éillís is also a consummate story teller.

Guitarist, composer, arranger, and conductor Peter Blanchette is known around the world as the inventor of the 11-string archguitar. His extraordinary repertoire of internationally acclaimed arrangements and compositions spans from the medieval, renaissance, and baroque music to World Music, New Music, and his own original pieces.

Saturday, March 9, 2024 | Breaking Trad (Dónal Murphy, David Doocey, Mike Gavin)

Fusing Irish music with a fresh and modern twist, Breaking Trad delivers a knock-out combination of high-octane, powerhouse tunes and exquisite vocals.

Saturday, April 13, 2024 | James Keane and Michelle Bergin

James Keane is a composer, storyteller, and masterful musician. As one of Ireland’s finest performers, Keane has evolved the standards of accordion playing  around world. He will be joined by Michelle Bergin, member of the new group The Reel Housewives of Irish Traditional Music.

Saturday, May 18, 2024 | The East Coasters (Madeline Dierauf, Richard Osban, Calum Bell)

The East Coasters are a group of young Irish musicians from the east coast of the United States whose sound and arrangements are a rich blend of the music in their local communities. Their innovative approach to the music combines syncopation and creative harmonies with a deep respect for the tradition.