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Artane Band Tour 2009
Artane Band to tour Massachusetts
Posted by Sharon O' Brien
Ticket Order for Artane Band Concert
The famous Artane Band, an integral part of Irish life since 1872 have announced details of their forthcoming tour of Massachusetts which will take place from August 27 to September 4. 2009
Joe Edge, Administrator of the band said that the 62 young musicians are really looking forward to the tour. “The Artane band is an integral part of that most special of days in Ireland, the GAA all Ireland finals, and the opportunity to bring a part of this uniquely Irish event to Boston during the 125th anniversary celebrations of the GAA and 50th Anniversary of the founding of the North American Board is an honor for all associated with Artane.
Ronan O’Reilly, Musical Director of the band spoke about the events the band will undertake.
“Although we are famous for our performances in Croke Park, we perform at many concerts during our year. The chance to play at the historical Faneuil Hall, and at the Hanover Theatre in Worcester, will allow us to demonstrate the skills of our members, who range in age from 12 to 17 in a setting that will be a surprise to many.”
Tony Doherty, tour manager was equally enthusiastic. “We are very grateful to Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray, and to Mr. Chris Cook from the Mayor’s office for their kind invitation to perform. Along with the kindness of the Milton and Melrose Schools and the support of Bernie Connaughton from the GAA in Boston and Mike O’Connor, President of the Irish Cultural Centre, our members are going to have a wonderful opportunity to experience life in Massachusetts during our stay.”
Joe Edge, Administrator of the band said that the 62 young musicians are really looking forward to the tour. “The Artane band is an integral part of that most special of days in Ireland, the GAA all Ireland finals, and the opportunity to bring a part of this uniquely Irish event to Boston during the 125th anniversary celebrations of the GAA and 50th Anniversary of the founding of the North American Board is an honor for all associated with Artane.
Ronan O’Reilly, Musical Director of the band spoke about the events the band will undertake.
“Although we are famous for our performances in Croke Park, we perform at many concerts during our year. The chance to play at the historical Faneuil Hall, and at the Hanover Theatre in Worcester, will allow us to demonstrate the skills of our members, who range in age from 12 to 17 in a setting that will be a surprise to many.”
Tony Doherty, tour manager was equally enthusiastic. “We are very grateful to Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray, and to Mr. Chris Cook from the Mayor’s office for their kind invitation to perform. Along with the kindness of the Milton and Melrose Schools and the support of Bernie Connaughton from the GAA in Boston and Mike O’Connor, President of the Irish Cultural Centre, our members are going to have a wonderful opportunity to experience life in Massachusetts during our stay.”
State Wide Irish Organisations collaborate to build the Momentous Artane tour.
Several organisations are now involved in developing the Artane Tour.
The Artane Band is most grateful thus far to the Honorable David Barry, Consul General of Ireland, Lieutenant Governor Timothy P Murray and the City of Boston’s Office of Arts, Tourism and Special Events, the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Worcester, the Irish Cultural Centre Worcester, The Boston GAA, The Irish Sports Youth league, The GAA North American Board, The Irish Cultural Centre of New England, Melrose High School, Milton High School and the Milton Police Department who are working with us to develop a state wide celebration with band performance’s confirmed at Faneuil Hall, The Hanover theater in Worcester, Milton High School, Melrose High School and both the Regional and North American GAA finals at the Irish Cultural Centre in Canton.
The Artane Band is most grateful thus far to the Honorable David Barry, Consul General of Ireland, Lieutenant Governor Timothy P Murray and the City of Boston’s Office of Arts, Tourism and Special Events, the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Worcester, the Irish Cultural Centre Worcester, The Boston GAA, The Irish Sports Youth league, The GAA North American Board, The Irish Cultural Centre of New England, Melrose High School, Milton High School and the Milton Police Department who are working with us to develop a state wide celebration with band performance’s confirmed at Faneuil Hall, The Hanover theater in Worcester, Milton High School, Melrose High School and both the Regional and North American GAA finals at the Irish Cultural Centre in Canton.
Artane Band to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Founding of the North American GAA Board.
The GAA North American Board are delighted to have the Artane Band lead their 50th anniversary celebrations at the Irish Cultural Centre of New England, Boston GAA Chairman Bernie Connaughton is delighted to have the Artane Band lead the teams at the Irish Cultural Center in Canton. It is fitting this year, given the 50th Anniversary of the founding of the North American Board to have the Artane Band who have led the teams at Croke Park for over a century join with us in our celebrations here.
ICC welcomes Artane Band for its 20th Anniversary
The Irish Cultural Centre of New England is delighted to host the Artane Band as part of its 20th Anniversary Celebrations.The band will perform several times at the ICC during its first Massachusetts tour which will culminate with a Gala Performance at Milton High School on Thursday September 3rd. ICC President, Mike O Connor is delighted that the band has accepted invitation to celebrate its 20th Anniversary. Throughout the tour, the band will resonate throughout Massachusetts to highlight the continued presence of Irish Sport and Culture here. The Irish Cultural Centre is proud of this association and looks forward to a memorable celebration at the ICC.
GALA Concerts at the Milton High School
FAMOUS ARTANE BAND, DUBLIN IRELAND TO PERFORM AT MILTON HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM FAMILY CONCERT FROM CROKE PARK TO MILTON
On Thursday September 3rd. the Artane Band will perform a Gala concert at Milton High School to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Irish Cultural Centre of New England and the 50th Anniversary of the founding on the Gaelic Athletic Associations North American Board. You've seen them on a television parade before the GAA All-Ireland Finals in September from Croke Park, Dublin, Ireland. You've seen them perform the National Anthem at the World Cup Qualifier- Matches live from Croke Park. Now you have the chance to experience 'The Biggest Little Band in the World' live at Milton High School on Thursday September 3rd at 7pm, 2009. It's been 11 years since Artane Boy's Band visited The East Coast of the USA. Known since 2004 as the Artane Band, this premier, Irish Marching Band/Concert Band performs selections of music with a little something for everyone.
The concert will include many Irish standards including "Lord of the Dance" and "The Irish Washerwoman, The Rakes of Mallow" from the "Irish Suite" by Leroy Anderson. There will be audience sing-alongs with some county tunes from Ireland. Also in the program there will be music by classical composers such as Verdi & Dvorak, as well as music from Film and Stage with themes from "Superman" and "Pirates of the Caribbean." Selections from the musicals will include "Les Miserables," and "Phantom of the Opera." The concert will also feature music from the "The Blue and the Gray" a selection of songs from the Civil War, and of course, some Dixieland Jazz too. As you can see, there will be something for everyone young and old, Irish and American. The Artane Band will be joined by the Boston Police Gaelic Column for the Grand Finale. Don't miss it!
JOINING THE BAND……
Our own Pauline Wells will also perform at the concert and the band is delighted to welcome Pauline to the stage. Pauline’s sincere delivery of modern and traditional Irish ballads is the most perfect example of how beautiful Irish Melodies are passed from generation to generation and Pauline’s voice is rich, warm and authentic, delivering raw emotion while provoking in all of us our own stories and history.
The Boston Police Gaelic Column will also grace the stage once again at the Milton High School Auditorium to perform with the Artane Band, symbolizing for all of us the continued presence of our Irish heritage here in Milton.
The concert will include many Irish standards including "Lord of the Dance" and "The Irish Washerwoman, The Rakes of Mallow" from the "Irish Suite" by Leroy Anderson. There will be audience sing-alongs with some county tunes from Ireland. Also in the program there will be music by classical composers such as Verdi & Dvorak, as well as music from Film and Stage with themes from "Superman" and "Pirates of the Caribbean." Selections from the musicals will include "Les Miserables," and "Phantom of the Opera." The concert will also feature music from the "The Blue and the Gray" a selection of songs from the Civil War, and of course, some Dixieland Jazz too. As you can see, there will be something for everyone young and old, Irish and American. The Artane Band will be joined by the Boston Police Gaelic Column for the Grand Finale. Don't miss it!
JOINING THE BAND……
Our own Pauline Wells will also perform at the concert and the band is delighted to welcome Pauline to the stage. Pauline’s sincere delivery of modern and traditional Irish ballads is the most perfect example of how beautiful Irish Melodies are passed from generation to generation and Pauline’s voice is rich, warm and authentic, delivering raw emotion while provoking in all of us our own stories and history.
The Boston Police Gaelic Column will also grace the stage once again at the Milton High School Auditorium to perform with the Artane Band, symbolizing for all of us the continued presence of our Irish heritage here in Milton.
Students from Milton High School Strings Ensemble will perform with the band, which will be the result of a cultural enrichment program where the young musicians from Dublin will spend the day with their fellow Milton musicians at the High School.
JOIN US IN CELEBRATON!!
Tickets to the concert are $15.00 and are available at the Green hills bakery, the Irish Cottages in Braintree and West Roxbury, the Irish Cultural Centre, www.irishculture.org and also by contacting Sharon at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Ticket Order for Artane Band Concert
JOIN US IN CELEBRATON!!
Tickets to the concert are $15.00 and are available at the Green hills bakery, the Irish Cottages in Braintree and West Roxbury, the Irish Cultural Centre, www.irishculture.org and also by contacting Sharon at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Ticket Order for Artane Band Concert
For more information, please call Mary Swanton at 617-291-0525
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