Through classic Irish storytelling, Byrne and Kelly deliver music that is both uplifting and beautiful. Continue reading
Posted in October 2015 …
Celtic Club Events in October 2015
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Vale, Sister Veronica Brady
There was nothing like stern conservative opposition to get Veronica Brady moving …. Continue reading
Saving a famous Irish Australian family
the female line has generally displayed inspired leadership, probably commencing with Alicia Lalor, Peter Lalor’s wife Continue reading
Poetry
When my Mother wielded her bow
She could make the music ring. Continue reading
Fursey’s Outrageous Escapades
As you read these two little masterpieces, you have to keep reminding yourself that they were originally published 70 years ago. Swan River Press has done a service to the reading public by re-releasing them now to be enjoyed by a new generation Continue reading
Big Houses
‘The Irish Country House’ is an important addition to our knowledge and interpretation of the country houses in Ireland, their dynamics, how they worked in the past and the relevance they might have for the future. Continue reading
Ghosts
Early on there is lots of inconsequential banter, but once the real story-telling starts, the veneers maintained by the men are stripped away, revealing somewhat complex human beings Continue reading
WB Yeats 150th Anniversary Commemoration
In order to re-create the atmosphere of Coole Park House, the concert will take place in the recital room of Buckleys of Dunnolly, which hosts a beautiful grand piano. Continue reading
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