The Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay welcomes Dàimh, the Gaelic supergroup and un-challenged champions of straight in the eye Highland music to the Kuumbwa on Friday, October 11 at 7:30 pm.

Tickets: celticsociety.org

Advance $28 | Door $32
Child Advance $14 | Child Door $16

Student Advance $14 | Student Door $16

Member discount: $3

Based around West Lochaber and the Isle of Skye, Dàimh are known for their pyrotechnic jigs and reels and achingly poignant ballads, running the full expressive gamut of folk music at its best, renowned for their thrilling live shows. Dàimh have released five studio albums to date. Their most recent, Tuneship, once again sees the band blazing a new trail in the Scottish music scene with their own instrumental compositions skillfully integrated with traditional Gaelic Songs.

Dàimh, the Gaelic supergroup and un-challenged champions of straight in the eye Highland perform a matinee show at St. Mary's by the Sea on Sunday, October 13 at 3:00 pm.

Tickets: celticsociety.org

Advance $30 | Door $35
Child Advance $12 | Child Door $15

Member discount: $3

Based around West Lochaber and the Isle of Skye, Dàimh are known for their pyrotechnic jigs and reels and achingly poignant ballads, running the full expressive gamut of folk music at its best, renowned for their thrilling live shows. Dàimh have released five studio albums to date. Their most recent, Tuneship, once again sees the band blazing a new trail in the Scottish music scene with their own instrumental compositions skillfully integrated with traditional Gaelic Songs.

Renowned Irish duo John Doyle and Mick McCauley perform a matinee show at St. Mary's by the Sea.

Tickets: celticsociety.org

Advance $30 | Door $35
Child Advance $12 | Child Door $15

Member discount: $3

John Doyle & Mick McAuley have been playing music together on the international stage for over twenty years. As multi-instrumentalist members of Irish-American supergroup Solas, they combined to create part of the group’s unmistakable early sound which garnered critical worldwide acclaim with the Boston Herald heralding Solas as “The Best Traditional Band in the World.”

Over the last several years, Doyle and McAuley have toured extensively as a duet all over Europe and the U.S. and have recently recorded and released a new and exciting album of original and traditional songs and tunes which range from explosive instrumental sets to heart-rending and beautiful ballads. Individually, they have played and recorded with some of the most respected musical artists in the world and are, themselves, among the most highly regarded musicians in the Irish folk world.

Artist sights and sounds and tickets: celticsociety.org

Renowned Irish duo John Doyle and Mick McCauley perform in intimate house concert in Soquel.

Tickets: celticsociety.org

Suggested Donation: $30

John Doyle & Mick McAuley have been playing music together on the international stage for over twenty years. As multi-instrumentalist members of Irish-American supergroup Solas, they combined to create part of the group’s unmistakable early sound which garnered critical worldwide acclaim with the Boston Herald heralding Solas as “The Best Traditional Band in the World.”

Over the last several years, Doyle and McAuley have toured extensively as a duet all over Europe and the U.S. and have recently recorded and released a new and exciting album of original and traditional songs and tunes which range from explosive instrumental sets to heart-rending and beautiful ballads. Individually, they have played and recorded with some of the most respected musical artists in the world and are, themselves, among the most highly regarded musicians in the Irish folk world.

Artist sights and sounds and tickets: celticsociety.org

Our Celtic cousins, this talented Americana trio performs at St Mary's By The Sea Episcopal Church, Pacific Grove on Sunday, November 10, 2024. A production of St Mary's Celtic Music Series and Otter Opry.

Tickets: celticsociety.org

Advance $30 | Door $35
Child Advance $12 | Child Door $15

Member discount: $3

Tall Poppy String Band is a new Old Time trio featuring fiddler George Jackson, guitarist Morgan Harris, and banjoist Cameron DeWhitt. Drawing from the deep well of American string band music, Tall Poppy String Band approaches tradition with playful curiosity; each performance more a discussion than a statement. Whether they’re chasing the elusive downbeat of a source recording, playing with the pronouns in a bluegrass standard, or challenging the assumed roles of their instruments, Tall Poppy String Band endeavors to prove that tradition is still being written.

Artist sights and sounds and tickets: celticsociety.org

Music inspired by the maritime influences of Scotland and beyond, Kalos performs at St Mary's By The Sea Episcopal Church, Pacific Grove on Sunday, November 24, 2024. A production of St Mary's Celtic Music Series.

Tickets: celticsociety.org

Advance $30 | Door $35
Child Advance $12 | Child Door $15

Member discount: $3

Ryan McKasson, Eric McDonald and Jeremiah McLane are masters of tradition who purposefully explore the dark corners floating on its edges. Their individual artistry is enhanced when together. In short, the sum creates a greater whole. The result is an alluring complexity, full of spontaneous musicality. Pulling from parallel strands of influence, they set the standard for traditional repertoire with an underlying drive and pulse charged with rhythmic electricity, culminating in a swirling level of intensity. An air of mystery and adventure pervades a sound compelling enough to transcend boundaries and appeal to music lovers of all stripes. Devon Leger of Hearth Music says, “This trio really shows how masterful musicians listen and play off each other."

Artist sights and sounds and tickets: celticsociety.org

The Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to upholding Celtic traditions in our community. The Society depends on your membership to be able to attract world class musicianship. Here's how you can join the Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay:

One Year Individual $25:00
One Year Family $40:00
Two Year Individual $45:00
Two Year Family $60:00 

Join the Society online at celticsociety.org or print the form and mail it to us with your check. Thank you for your support.

CELTIC MUSIC ON THE RADIO

KBCZ 89.3 FM | kbcz.org

The Mountain Road w/ Julie Horner

Mondays from 8:00 to 10:00 pm.

Accepting new music: 

KBCZ 89.3 FM c/o Julia Dream

13200 Hwy 9, Boulder Creek, CA. 95006

Digital: leap2three@gmail.com

KOWS 92.5 FM | kows92-5.org
Celtic Contrasts w/ Ann Chambers Mondays at 9:00 am.

KSQD 90.7 FM | ksqd.org
Celtic Cauldron w/ Rotating Hosts Fridays at 11:00 am.

KZFR 90.1 FM | kzfr.org/shows/celtradio
Celtic Radio w/ Steve O'Bryan Wednesdays from 9:00 to 11:30 am.

 

COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL   

 

Connecting people of all ages through music since 1992, Community Music School of Santa Cruz presents concerts, educational opportunities, and several annual music camps over the spring and summer for kids, teens, and adults. Learn more: communitymusicschool.org   

 

 

Upcoming Show: Celtic at the Winery

Sunday, October 20, 2024 | 3:00PM - 6:00PM
El Vaquero Winery, 2901 Freedom Blvd., Watsonville

Tix: Community Music School

 

Come enjoy a relaxed afternoon at the El Vaquero Winery Tasting Patio while listening to some of the best players of traditional acoustic music in Santa Cruz County. This is the third annual concert fundraiser for Community Music School, which provides low- and no-cost music enrichment programs to kids ages 7-18, in addition to their adult programming. An assortment of wine and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase, as well as charcuterie plates, cheese and cracker assortments, hummus and chips, and cookies.— at El Vaquero Winery.

This year’s event features some of Santa Cruz County's finest acoustic musicians, including Shelley Phillips (founder of Community Music School), Steve Coulter, Rachel Goodman, and Fox Pettinotti.
The performances start shortly after 3pm; there will be three 20-minute sets of music, with breaks in between to allow for conversation. At 5pm, the concert portion will end, and we'll finish the afternoon with a traditional Celtic music session. Experienced Celtic style musicians bring your instruments!

 

STAY IN TOUCH

 

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The Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay newsletter is compiled by Julie Horner. Julie also manages the Society's social media presence and helps with our Community Events listings. Contact Julie directly to have your show listed: leap2three@gmail.com

 

LIST YOUR EVENT

 

List your local Celtic event for free on our self-guided Community Events portal: celticsociety.org

 

THANK YOU!

 

Thank you so much for supporting Celtic Music in Santa Cruz and the Monterey Bay Area! Share and spread the word! Tickets and membership information is on the Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay website: www.celticsociety.org 

On Facebook and Instagram: 

@CelticSocietyMontereyBay

 

Sláinte! Pete, Lynda, Kathy, Peter, Ian, Gloria, Andy, Susan, Jackie, and Julie