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Brian Conway and John Walsh
The Music with Musk Ox Concert Series continues with Brian Conway and John Walsh!
New York born fiddler Brian Conway is a leading exponent of the tastefully ornamented Sligo fiddling style made famous by the late Michael Coleman. The winner of two All- Ireland junior titles in 1973 and 1974 and the All-Ireland senior championship of 1986, Brian's early studies were with his father Jim of Plumbridge, County Tyrone and with Limerick born fiddler/teacher Martin Mulvihill. However, it was the legendary fiddler and composer Martin Wynne who taught him the real secrets of the County Sligo style. Later, Brian met and befriended the great Andy McGann of New York, a direct student of Michael Coleman, who further shaped his precision and skill on the instrument.
In 1979, Brian recorded a duet album, The Apple In Winter (Green Linnet) with fellow New York fiddler Tony Demarco. He released his debut solo CD, First Through the Gate, on the Smithsonian-Folkways label in July 2002. This CD was voted the Album of the Year by the Irish Echo. Brian is also featured on the CD, My Love is in America, recorded at the Boston College Irish Fiddle Festival, and on the documentary "Shore to Shore" which highlights traditional Irish music in New York. He is considered one of the musical rocks of the New York area.
Brian remains faithful to the rich tradition handed down to him. The distinctness of his tone, the lift of his playing, and the deft ornamentation he brings to the tunes have placed him among the finest Irish fiddlers of any style, Sligo or otherwise. He has performed all over North America from San Francisco to New York and places in between, such as Chicago, Milwaukee and Colorado. His talents have also been enthusiastically received throughout Ireland and the rest of Europe. He is also considered one of the premier instructors of traditional Irish music who has mentored many fine fiddle players, including several who have gone on to win All-Ireland championships.
Concert Details:
7:00pm Doors Open. Come after 7:00pm to walk one of the farm's chutes and learn about the farm.
7:30pm Concert begins!
Tickets:
$10.00 Adult Ticket
$30.00 Family Pass (for 2 Adults and their dependent children)
***Ticket prices go up to $5 on the day of the show***
What to know:
Bring clothing layers, this an all weather event.
Bring a chair or blanket to sit and enjoy the show (or don't, dance the night away!)
Feel free to bring dinner or snacks to eat while you enjoy the show.
Bring a beverage to enjoy, but leave the alcohol at home.
Please leave your pets at home.
Remember these are all weather events and ticket sales are final.
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LocationMusk Ox Farm (View)
12850 E. Archie Rd
Palmer, AK 99645
United States
Categories
| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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