Music
Born and raised in Co. Cork, Ireland, Meadhbh Walsh is a captivating fiddle player, singer, and songwriter whose rich vocals and evocative storytelling have earned her international recognition. At just 23, she has carved out a unique space in contemporary Irish folk, blending traditional melodies with her own modern songwriting. She has been featured by RTÉ, Irish Music Magazine,…
Scottish Fish are Ava Montesi (fiddle), Caroline Dressler (fiddle), Giulia Haible (cello, piano), Julia Homa (fiddle, piano), and Maggie MacPhail (fiddle, piano). They return to Blackstone River Theatre after being the first band to sell out their debut concert so don’t miss this incredible show! The five members of Scottish Fish, now in their early twenties, came together when they were young girls, ages 7-11,…
IF YOU DARE! Join the Irish Pastoral Centre (IPC) and the Boston Irish Dippers as they plunge in aid of the Irish Pastoral Centre’s Health & Wellness Program. Swimming not required. Tea/Coffee will be provided. This chilly events takes place at Wollaston Beach in Quincy (between the yacht clubs). Check back as the time is…
Join the Irish Pastoral Centre (IPC) on November 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., as they host the IPC Christmas Crafts Fair! The ladies of the Knitting Club and Friends will be hosting a Christmas Craft Fair at the Irish Pastoral Centre. This lovely, social occasion is a celebration that honors the Christmas spirit…
Join the Irish Pastoral Centre (IPC) on December 21 to celebrate Irish culture and tradition with the monthly traditional Irish music session. It’s a great way to celebrate the Christmas season! All musicians, singers, dancers and listeners welcome! The IPC invites the community to participate in a Community Lunch (12:30-2:00 pm) prior to its monthly…
Join the Irish Pastoral Centre (IPC) on November 16 to celebrate Irish culture and tradition with the monthly traditional Irish music session. It’s a great way to celebrate the Thanksgiving season! All musicians, singers, dancers and listeners welcome! The IPC invites the community to participate in a Community Lunch (12:30-2:00 pm) prior to its monthly…
We can’t think of a better way to end our 25th Christmas season than by bringing back Harvey Reid and Joyce Andersen! Harvey has performed at BRT for longer than any other musician, going back to our days at the old Central Falls location. Joyce & Harvey’s spirited and reverent Christmas concert draws on traditional holiday repertoire, unknown…
On the Trail is a modern acoustic band that explores everything from bluegrass to contemporary pop, from stunning instrumentals to beautiful traditional songs. The group was founded through their love of bluegrass and the band the Punch Brothers. They have already gained recognition and praise for their exploration and strong execution of the challenging music, as well as for their new original music. The…
New Orleans jazz exponents Soggy Po Boys, native to New England, return to Blackstone River Theatre for a Saturday matinee show! Spreading the good news of New Orleans music across the northeast and beyond, the Po Boys formed in 2012 to shake the walls of a local club on a Fat Tuesday but have honed their…
Zafarán crosses time and boundaries and incorporates musical traditions from around the Mediterranean, weaving together such diverse threads as Southern Italian chants, Sephardic love songs, Romani laments, and Turkish and Greek folk tunes. With driving rhythms, virtuosic improvisation, and the powerful voice of award-winning Italian singer Carmen Marsico, Zafarán bridges languages and cultures with their own eclectic…
The Swedish phenomenon Symbio is regarded as one of the most prominent bands from the progressive Folk & World music scene today. Hearing this symphonic duo will make you doubt the fact that they are only two musicians on stage. This is music that you have never heard before — prepare for a mesmerizing and…
Drenched in the emotions of blues, soul, folk and country music, roots singer-songwriter Kerri Powers uses her dramatically dark voice to mine the depths of romantic heartbreak and broken dreams in the edgy narratives of her songs. A native of rural Massachusetts, Powers sings the blues with such authentic, down-home grit that you might well think she’s from Mississippi. With “Love…
Join the Irish Pastoral Centre (IPC) on September 21 to celebrate Irish culture and tradition with the monthly traditional Irish music session. It’s a great way to celebrate the end of summer! All musicians, singers, dancers and listeners welcome! The IPC invites the community to participate in a Community Lunch (1-3 pm) prior to its…
Back by popular demand, An Irish Christmas with Ishna returns to the ICC with its band and champion Irish dancer line-up! Fronted by husband wife duo Ciaran Nagle (tenor) and Tara Novak (fiddle), both of Riverdance and the Three Irish Tenors, Ishna is a contemporary Irish folk band. Members hail from around the world, bringing…
Join Chloë Agnew for her annual Christmas Celebration at the Irish Cultural Centre! There’s no better way to kick off your holiday season than spending the evening at the Irish Cultural Centre with the entire family! Chloë Agnew is a singer, songwriter and actress from Dublin, Ireland. Agnew gained fame for her integral part as…
From her home base in Boston, Lori McKenna has carved out an enviable niche for herself as one of Nashville’s most in-demand songwriters, all while maintaining a prolific and remarkably consistent career as a solo artist. The release of her anticipated album,1988, adds to a series of landmark years for McKenna and follows three widely…
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