Upcoming Concerts, Fall 2009

Paddy Keenan & John Walsh

Uilleann Pipes and Guitar

Friday, November 6th, 2009

at Robin & Will's

“In a live situation, uilleann piper Paddy Keenan is probably the most exciting traditional musician in the world. His inventiveness and willingness to take risks most players wouldn’t even think of and pull them off makes his playing an endless source of fascination for traditional music lovers, and pipers in particular.”—Ken Ricketts and Marya Parker, 2001

John is an Irish guitarist living in the New York area.  John has worked with great musicians such as Pat Kilbride, Chris Brown, Keith O’Neilll, Paddy Keenan, Eric Everett, Frankie Gavin, David Power, Maria Miller, The Derivatives, Ciaran Somers, Seanachai and others.

Here's a nice link with sound samples: BettPadgett

Patrick Ball

"Celtic Harp and Story"

Saturday, December 5th, 2009

at Robin & Will's

Patrick Ball is one of the premier Celtic harp players in the world and a captivating spoken word artist. In playing the ancient, legendary brass-strung harp of Ireland with its crystalline, bell-like voice, and in performing marvelous tales of wit and enchantment, he not only brings new life to two cherished traditions, but blends them in concert to create "a richly theatrical and hauntingly beautiful performance."

Here's Patrick Ball's link: Patrick Ball

Previous Sly Dog Concerts

Celtic Concerts in association with CMA and Darl Ridgely

The Heatons, Matt & Shannon, Friday, May 8th, 2009 (CMA)

Celtic Flute and singer/songwriter duo

Jim Malcolm, March 23rd, 2009 (Darl & Mary Ridgely)

Scottish singer/songwriter 

Robin Bullock, March 20th, 2009 (Darl Ridgely)

Guitar, cittern, & mandolin (almost Celtic)

Chulrua with Patrick Ourceau, February 7th, 2009 (CMA)

Irish traditional music

Len Graham, April 11th, 2008 (CMA)

Traditional Singer and Storyteller with Brian Hart

Jim Malcolm, March 6th, 2008 (Darl & Mary Ridgely)
Scottish Singer/Songwriter, former member of "Old Blind Dogs."
Chulrua, Nov 1st, 2007 (CMA)
Irish Traditional Music House Concert with Paddy O'Brien, button accordion; Dale Russ, fiddle (sitting in for Patrick Ourceau;) Pat Egan, guitar & vocals. Paddy O'Brien has recorded with Daithi Sproule and Tim Britton, both of whom have performed at our home.
Daithi Sproule, Nov 4th, 2006 (CMA)
Vocal and Guitar and a Celtic Guitar Workshop
Member of Altan, Trian, & Fingal
Tim Britton, May 19, 2006 (CMA)
Uilleann Pipes

Singer Songwriters
Jack Williams & Ronnie Cox, March 18, 2007
Cindy Kallet & Grey Larsen, Sept 15th, 2006
Erika Luckett, April 5, 2006
Don Conoscenti, Feb 3, 2006
Denice Franke, Sept 6th, 2005
Erika Luckett, August 19th, 2005
Dreamsicles, June 10th, 2005
Jack Williams, April 22, 2005

Old Timey Musicians
Sticky Fingers, Nov 11th 2005

Classical
Trevor Stevenson, Harpsichord
Trevor Stevenson & Stacy Pelinka, Harpsichord & Flute, Dec 13, 2002

Useful Links
Celticmadison.org (CMA)

Madison Folk Music Society

Celtic Music Association of Madison and

Sly Dog - Madtown

present in home concert

Friday, May 8th, 7:30 pm

The Heatons

Matt Heaton: Guitar, Bouzouki, Vocals 
Shannon Heaton: Flute, Whistle, Bodhran, Vocals

Matt and Shannon Heaton are a wonderful Celtic duo who reside in the Boston area.  They play and sing traditional Irish music, as well as some of their own, original compositions.  Their original compositions tell timeless tales, while their renditions of centuries-old songs feel modern. They access real stories, real emotions, and each show is unique.

Their traditional music backgrounds are conventional enough, but once you scratch the simple traditional music pedigree you find something else—a unique personality and vibe that could only come from these two.

Matt and Shannon have been performing together for over a decade with a variety of groups, including critically-acclaimed Irish band Siucra (which they formed with Beth Leachman during their three-year “sabbatical” in Boulder, CO), tangeuros Orquesta Atipica, as well as traditional luminaries Aoife Clancy, Robbie O’Connell, and Scottish gem Emily Smith.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of Celtic music with Shannon and Matt Heaton in the intimate atmosphere of our home.  

Matt and Shannon will also be at Milwaukee's ICHC, Wednesday, May 6th and Gays Mills, Saturday, May 9th. Thanks to the ICHC for this BIO.

Information link with sound samples here: The Heatons

Friday, May 8th, 7:30 pm

At Will & Robin's

205 N Blackhawk Ave, Madison, WI 238-6932, Map

Contribution $12 and a dessert potluck

Bring either a dessert or an evening snack, This is not a requirement. Most importantly come, with or without.

Consider warm slippers or socks. Shoes off at the door.

Reservations: IrishBox42@charter.nospam (replacing nospam with net) 

or (608) 238-6932. Payment at the door when you arrive. Reservations help us plan seating and to consider additional promotion.

Where is 205 N. Blackhawk Ave?

We are located near Hilldale. If one takes University Ave. west, pass Whole Foods and turn left at the Shell station onto Blackhawk Ave. A few blocks south after a stop sign, you will find us in the 4th house on the left. Our Blackhawk Ave. phone is (608) 238-6932.

Upcoming Celtic/Sly Dog concert at Robin & Will's

Patrick Ball, Saturday, Dec 5th, 2009 7:30 pm

Celtic harp and spoken word

Darl & Mary Ridgely

with SlyDog -Madtown 

present the return of

Scottish Singer / Songwriter

Monday, March 23rd, 7:00 p.m.

Jim Malcolm

Scottish Singer / Songwriter

Including the songs of  Robert Burns

Information link with sound samples here: Jim Malcolm

Monday, March 23rd 7:00 p.m.

at Robin & Will's home

205 N Blackhawk Ave. (608)238-6932, Map

Contribution $10.00

Dessert potluck - A dessert potluck (or evening snack) will not be discouraged. 

Most importantly come, with or without a dessert.

Consider warm socks or slippers, shoes off at the door

Reservations: IrishBox42@Charter.nospam (replacing nospam with net) or (608) 238-6932. Payment at the door when you arrive. Reservations are helpful to plan seating and to consider additional promotion.

Darl & Mary Ridgely

with SlyDog -Madtown 

present 

Composer and multi-instrumentalist

Friday, March 20th, 7:30 p.m.

Robin Bullock

Master of guitar, cittern, and mandolin

Founder of Helicon, multi-award recipient

Information link with sound samples here: Robin Bullock

Friday, March 20th, 2009, 7:30 p.m.

At Gene Becker & Kate Wade's home

5517  Comanche Way, Madison (608) 455-1175, Map

Contribution $15 and a dessert potluck

Bring either a dessert or an evening snack. This is not a requirement

Consider warm socks or slippers. Shoes are left at the door.

Reservations: Darl.tornjacket@gmail.com or (608) 455-1175. Payment at the door when you arrive. Reservations are helpful to plan seating and to consider additional promotion.

Celtic Music Association of Madison and Slydog-Madtown
Present

Irish Traditional Music

Saturday, February 7th, 2009

Chulrua

With Paddy O'Brien - button accordion, Pat Egan -  guitar & vocals, Patrick Ourceau - fiddle

We are excited about their return for a second Chulrua concert with the addition of Toronto fiddler, Patrick Ourceau. 

Information link and sound samples here: Chulrua 

Saturday, February 7th, 2009  7:30 p.m.
At Will & Robin's
205 N Blackhawk Ave, Madison, WI 238-6932 Map

Contribution $15 and a dessert potluck
Bring either a dessert or evening snack. This is not a requirement. Consider warm socks or slippers. Shoes, off at the door.

Reservations: irishbox42@charter.nospam (replacing nospam with net)
or (608) 238-6932. Payment at the door when you  arrive. Reservations help us plan seating and to consider additional promotion.

Where is 205 N. Blackhawk Ave?

We are located near Hilldale. If one takes University Ave. west, pass Whole Foods and turn left at the Shell station onto Blackhawk. A few blocks south and after a stop sign, you will find us in the 4th house on the left. Our Blackhawk Ave. phone is (608) 238-6932.