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Saturday Dec 31st 2016 - The Friends of St.Patrick held a New Years Eve Party at the Pikake Room of the Hilton Doubletree Alana Waikiki, from 8pm - 1am. Roast beer buffet dinner, Hosted drinks including champagne, and dancing to Oldies and Classic Rock 'n' Roll from Jake & The Sidewinders. More info Bill Comerford at 808-223-3997 or bill.fosp@ejlounge.com.
Friday December 30th 2016 - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held their Pre-Hogmanay Ceilidh from 4:30-9:00 pm in the Penthouse Party Room, 1001 Wilder Avenue, Honolulu.
"The classic gifts Scots carry when they go out on Hogmanay are food, whisky, and a gift of coal for fuel. Food and drink are encouraged at this party, but instead of coal you might bring a “party piece” or “ceilidh act” and your guitar, or penny whistle, or some other instrument. Reservations are required. 4:30-5:30 pm—Scottish-inspired puzzles and table games. 5:30-6:30 pm—Potluck supper. Bring something (Scottish or otherwise) for the potluck table. Jackie Phillips promises to bring Black Bun, the traditional Hogmanay sweet treat. BYOB. Non-alcoholic holiday drinks will be provided. 6:30-8:00 pm— Ceilidh Party Pieces. If possible, please bring a song, a poem, a joke, a skit or some other small act to share. Your grandmother probably called these “party pieces.” We’ll have a few extra stories or jokes you can draw at the party to read aloud if you prefer. 8:00-9:00 pm—Scottish Jam Session. Bring an indoor instrument if you play one and would like to join in a jam session. If you don’t play an instrument, just enjoy the music. (Sorry, bagpipes would not be appropriate for the room.)" More info Jeannie Ferrier at 593-0966.
Tuesday December 27th - Hamish had a Christmas & Yuletide special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Celtic Music Radio 95FM across Glasgow, Scotland from 11am-1pm GMT, and streaming on www.celticmusicradio.net. Seasonal songs & tunes, and traditions of the time of year.....with a few words from underwriter George Millar of The Irish Rovers.
Sunday December 25th - MELE KALIKIMAKA!
Hamish Burgess had a Christmas Day & Yuletide special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Seasonal songs & tunes, and traditions of the time of year.....with a few words from underwriter George Millar of The Irish Rovers.
Christmas Day & Yuletide special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday December 25th 2016 - Hamish Burgess had a Christmas Day & Yuletide special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Seasonal songs & tunes, and traditions of the time of year.....with a few words from underwriter George Millar of The Irish Rovers.
Tuesday December 20th - Hamish had a Winter Solstice & Christmas special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Celtic Music Radio 95FM across Glasgow, Scotland from 11am-1pm GMT, and streaming on www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs about the Solstice at Newgrange in Ireland, and The Barra MacNeils East Coast Christmas interview. Seasonal songs & tunes, and traditions of the time of year.
Sunday December 18th - Hamish had a Winter Solstice & Christmas special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs about the Solstice at Newgrange in Ireland, and The Barra MacNeils East Coast Christmas interview. Seasonal songs & tunes, and traditions of the time of year. Sunday Australia 8pmQLD/9pmVIC, NZ 11pm, UK 10am, Europe 11am (Sat night 12pm Hawaii), then again Sunday in Hawaii 11am-1pm, and 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Time, and 9-11pm in Ireland & UK, 10pm-12 Europe.
Winter Solstice & Barra MacNeil's East Coast Christmas on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday December 18th - Hamish Burgess had a Winter Solstice & Christmas special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Songs about the Solstice at Newgrange in Ireland, and The Barra MacNeils East Coast Christmas interview. Seasonal songs & tunes, and traditions of the time of year.
December 8-18th - over on Oahu, The Town Pants duo of Duane & Dave Keogh played at Honolulu's Irish Pubs. More on the high energy Irish singers from Vancouver at www.thetownpants.com.
For more info contact Bill Comerford at 223-3997 or bill@ejlounge.com.
Dec 8th at Kelley O'Neil's in Waikiki
Dec 11th at O'Toole's Pub Downtown Honolulu.
Dec 13th at O'Toole's Pub Downtown Honolulu.
Dec 14th at Kelley O'Neil's in Waikiki.
Dec 15th at O'Toole's Pub Downtown Honolulu.
Dec 16th at O'Toole's Pub Downtown Honolulu.
Dec 18th at Anna O'Brien's near the University.
The Town Pants in Honolulu
Sunday December 11th - The Friends of St.Patrick and The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held their Celtic Christmas Party 2016 at Ferguson's Pub (729 Bishop Street) in Honolulu from 4–8 pm. Membership not required--everyone is welcome! Bring your friends to this FREE event. First drink or cocktail is on FOSP!! Potluck--bring a dish to share.
Each guest should bring a new unwrapped toy toy to be donated to Kapiolani Women and Children's Hospital. Bring your singing voice for carols! Kilts/Celtic attire encouraged.
RSVP to bill.fosp@ejlounge.com or (808) 223-3997.
Sunday December 11th - Hamish Burgess had special guests Celtic rockers Merry Hell on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Extensive interview with all the band members of one of the UK's top folk rock groups. Thanks to band manager Damian Liptrot. www.merryhell.co.uk. Sunday Australia 8pmQLD/9pmVIC, NZ 11pm, UK 10am, Europe 11am (Sat night 12pm Hawaii), then again Sunday in Hawaii TIME CHANGE 11am-1pm, and 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Time, and TIME CHANGE 9-11pm in Ireland & UK, 10pm-12 Europe.
Merry Hell on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday December 11th - Hamish Burgess had new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). New Celtic songs and tunes from around the world, including interview with Ollie Wilson-Dixon from Welsh band Alaw, also Derek Warfield talking about workers hero James Connolly, and Craig Irving from Scottish band Talisk.
Saturday December 10th - over in Honolulu, Celtic Waves played their 6th Winter Solstice Concert at KHPR’s Atherton Performing Arts Studio (738 Kaheka St.) in Honolulu at 7:30 pm. "Bring some Celtic flavor to your holiday season with Celtic Waves 6th Winter Solstice Concert. Long before the Christian religious holiday of Christmas, and VERY long before the commercial blitz of America's vacation season, the Celts celebrated the Winter Solstice. The longest night and the shortest day of the year was a time of renewal of spirit and faith, even in the face of cold and darkness. It was during this quiet and tenuous time with the fertile ground lying dormant waiting for spring that the Irish fortified themselves with lively tunes, dance and song. This sharing of food, music, and closeness with family and friends was the Celtic precursor to Christmas."
Celtic Waves Winter Solstice Concert at Atherton Performing Arts Studio
"While we often think of Irish music as “pub music,” that is a recent phenomenon. Irish tunes were originally created and played in peoples’ kitchens, living rooms and barns. The beautiful Atherton is a wonderfully intimate setting in which to hear this music the way it was intended, up close and personal with family and friends." www.celticwaves.net
Sunday December 4th & 11th - A Child's Christmas in Wales with Dylan Thomas, starring Rick Scheideman in a one-man presentation at the Pioneer Inn courtyard in Lahaina Town - doors 6pm for 6.30pm show. Two chances to see a portrayal of the Welsh poet, who wrote the holiday classic of a young boy's Christmas recollection. Rick's latest in his series of plays, this time becoming Welsh poet Dylan Thomas, in period costume and Welsh dialect.
Tickets $22 per person. Dinner abvailable before, and cash bar all evening. Reservations please call (303) 507- 0987. www.rickscheideman.zizic.net
Right - Rick Scheideman as Dylan Thomas
One of Thomas's most popular works, 'A Child's Christmas in Wales' was originally a piece he wrote for radio, recorded by Thomas in 1952. A romanticised version of Christmases past, portraying a nostalgic and simpler time, from the view of a young child in Wales.
Tuesday December 6th - Hamish Burgess had new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Celtic Music Radio 95FM across Glasgow, Scotland from 11am-1pm GMT, and streaming on www.celticmusicradio.net. New music from around the Celtic world, and also a tribute to Angus Grant, fiddler of Shooglenifty, who sadly passed away recently. As well as a Maui interview with Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones, and an UNRELEASED track from The Irish Rovers, and Jimmy Farrell songwriter of the Celtic Rebels Band.
Sunday December 4th - Hamish Burgess had guests Scottish legend Archie Fisher, and trad trio Ten Strings And A Goat Skin from Prince Edward Island, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Interview with Archie Fisher from his Victoria concert, thanks to Beacon Ridge Productions, and extensive interview with Rowen, Caleb, and Jesse from the PEI trio's Rogue Folk Club concert in Vancouver .
Archie Fisher, and Ten Strings And A Goat Skin on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday December 4th - Hamish Burgess had new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). New music from around the Celtic world, and also a tribute to Angus Grant, fiddler of Shooglenifty, who sadly passed away recently. As well as a Maui interview with Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones, and an UNRELEASED track from The Irish Rovers, and Jimmy Farrell songwriter of the Celtic Rebels Band.
Saturday December 3rd - local Maui trad Celtic band the Glen Innes Session Band played at the Haleakala Waldorf School Holiday Faire in Kula, Upcountry Maui, at 1.30pm with a short half-hour set. The Faire was open 9am-4pm, and entertainment includes live music, hula, and class performances. An elf parade will start at 10am, and each child wearing an elf costume will receive a free gift. Also ono food and Bake Shoppe, and craft market with 75 of Maui's artists and artisans. The school is located across from the Kula Post Office. www.waldorfmaui.org/130/holiday-faire-2016!
Wednesday November 30th - over on Oahu, The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held their annual Kirkin of the Tartans at 5:30 pm at St. Andrew's Cathedral, 229 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu. Folks could wear their kilt or bring a swatch of tartan to have it blessed. A complimentary dinner followed the service in the Von Holt Room. There was also be Scottish dancing, bagpipes, presentation of the SASH Celt of the Year award to Tina Yap, raffle, a silent auction, & more! Following dinner, was the investiture ceremony of new members, during which they received their Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii Orders. This event was free and open to the public.
Contributions to help defray costs are welcome: http://mkt.com/the-saint-andrew-society-of-hawaii-sash/donate-to-sash. If you would like to join SASH, you may join and be invested at this event. Visit their website www.saintandrewsocietyofhawaii.com/membership.html or email SASHawaii@icloud.com for more information.
Tuesday November 29th - Hamish Burgess had a St.Andrews's Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Celtic Music Radio 95FM across Glasgow, Scotland from 11am-1pm GMT, and streaming on www.celticmusicradio.net. Lots of Scottish music, with traditions and songs about Scotland's patron saint.
Sunday November 27th - The Isle of Maui Pipe Band played in the Maui Choral Arts holiday experience - 'Yule Be Home for Christmas' at 3pm at the Castle Theater at The Maui Arts & Cultural Center. 90 people brought you holiday music PLUS performances from guest artists Leighanna Edwards Locke, Katy Vincent and John Galvan and special guest Amy Hanaialii Gilliom. www.mauiarts.org. www.isleofmauipipeband.com
Sunday November 27th - Hamish Burgess had a St.Andrews's Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Lots of Scottish music, with traditions and songs about Scotland's patron saint. Sunday Australia 8pmQLD/9pmVIC, NZ 11pm, UK 10am, Europe 11am (Sat night 12pm Hawaii), then again Sunday in Hawaii TIME CHANGE 11am-1pm, and 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Time, and TIME CHANGE 9-11pm in Ireland & UK, 10pm-12 Europe.
St. Andrews Cathedral, city, college and golf course from atop St.Rule's Tower
Sunday November 27th - Hamish Burgess had a St.Andrews's Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Lots of Scottish music, with traditions and songs about Scotland's patron saint.
November 22nd-28th - over on Oahu, The Whiskeydicks played at Honolulu's Irish Pubs. For more info contact Bill Comerford at 223-3997 or bill@ejlounge.com.
Tuesday Nov 22nd - The Whiskeydicks played at O'Toole's Irish Pub, Downtown Honolulu.
Wednesday Nov 23rd - The Whiskeydicks played at Kelley O'Neil's in Waikiki.
Thursday Nov 24th - The Whiskeydicks played at Kelley O'Neil's in Waikiki.
Friday Nov 25th - The Whiskeydicks played at The Irish Rose Saloon in Waikiki.
Saturday Nov 26th - The Whiskeydicks played at Anna O'Brien's near the University.
Sunday Nov 27th - The Whiskeydicks played at Anna O'Brien's near the University.
The Whiskeydicks played at Honolulu's Irish Pubs
Tuesday November 22nd - Hamish Burgess had a Festival Interceltique de Lorient special Pt.3 special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Music from the artists at the mighty 10 day Breton festival, which may be the biggest Celtic music festival in the world! Interview with Duncan Chisholm, and The Friel Sisters. Also Aussie Celtic bands Saoirse, Murphy's Pigs, Claymore and more! www.festival-interceltique.bzh.
Sunday November 20th - Hamish Burgess had new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. New Celtic songs and tunes from around the world, including interview with Ollie Wilson-Dixon from Welsh band Alaw, also Derek Warfield talking about workers hero James Connolly, and Craig Irving from Scottish band Talisk.
New Celtic Music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday November 20th - Hamish Burgess had a Festival Interceltique de Lorient special Pt.3 special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Music from the artists at the mighty 10 day Breton festival, which may be the biggest Celtic music festival in the world! Interview with Duncan Chisholm, and The Friel Sisters. Also Aussie Celtic bands Saoirse, Murphy's Pigs, Claymore and more! www.festival-interceltique.bzh.
Friday November 11th & Sunday 13th - Hamish Burgess had a special Remembrance Day/Veterans Day programme on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. The show repeated twice on Sunday 13th, with songs to honour fallen veterans, with some epic ballads, but also some uptempo Celtic music and songs about soldiers, sailors and airmen from all over the world. In honour of all military veterans, and current serving personnel, here and in the Old Countries. Back in the old countries Remembrance Day is also called Poppy Day, and folks wear paper poppies pinned to their lapels.
Remembrance Day & Veterans Day special Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday November 13th - Hamish Burgess had a Remembrance Day/Veterans Day programme on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Songs to honour fallen veterans, with some epic ballads, but also some uptempo Celtic music and songs about veterans from all over the world.
Friday November 11th - over on Hawaii, bagpipe rockers Celtica Pipes Rock played at the Hilo Town Tavern at 9 pm, then on
Saturday November 12th - Celtica Pipes Rock played at Honoka'a Peoples Theatre at 7 pm.
Celtica deliver hard-hitting bagpipe tunes with massive percussion, their original compositions, not to mention twirling fire-balls, movie themes on the pipes, and even fire-breathing guitars (maybe not allowed in Hawaii) !! www.celticarocks.com.
Celtica - Pipes Rock, played Hilo and Honoka'a
November 9th & 10th - over on Oahu, bagpipe rockers Celtica Pipes Rock played at Honolulu's Irish Pubs. For more info contact Bill Comerford at 223-3997 or bill@ejlounge.com.
Celtica Pipes Rock played at Honolulu's Irish Pubs
Tuesday November 8th - Hamish Burgess had an Election Day theme on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs and tunes on the theme of the US Election - no political comment - just a wee bit o' craic!
Sunday November 7th - over on Lanai, there was Celtic Aloha wiith Jamie O'Brien & George Kahumoku Jr playing at a private function on Lanai.
Sunday November 6th - there was Celtic Aloha with Jamie O'Brien & George Kahumoku Jr playing at the Hula Grill in Ka'anapali (2435 Kaanapali Parkway, past Lahaina) West Maui, 2-5pm, combining Irish with Hawaiian music. For more information: (808) 667-6636.
Sunday November 6th - Hamish Burgess had an Election theme on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs and tunes on the theme of the US Election - no political comment - just a wee bit o' craic! TIME CHANGES this week: Sunday Australia 8pmQLD/9pmVIC, NZ 11pm, UK 10am, Europe 11am (Sat night 12pm Hawaii), then again Sunday in Hawaii TIME CHANGE 11am-1pm, and 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Time, and TIME CHANGE 9-11pm in Ireland & UK, 10pm-12 Europe.
Artwork: 'Maui Celtic Islands' © Hamish Burgess 2012
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page.
Sunday November 6th - Hamish Burgess had an Election theme on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Songs and tunes on the theme of the US Election - no political comment - just a wee bit o' craic!
Saturday November 5th - there was Celtic Aloha with Jamie O'Brien & George Kahumoku Jr playing at the Travaasa Hana, formerly known as Hotel Hana Maui (5031 Hana Hwy, Hana, Hi 96713), combining Irish with Hawaiian music. For more information: (888) 820-1043.
Saturday Nov 5th - over on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii hosted an eveing of Scottish Traditional Holiday Dishes at Calvary Episcopal Church (45-435 Aumoku St.) in Kaneohe, from 5:00-9:00 PM. Price: $10 Members; $15 Non-Members. Contact Lillian at 538-7707 or lillianc@hawaii.edu
Saturday November 5th - Over on Hawaii, there was The First Annual Big Island Hawaii Celtic Bash! from 4-8 pm at the Hilo Town Tavern (168 Keawe Street, Hilo). Free live music from The Kilt Lifters and Craicáilte, and dancing from Hawaii Irish Dance.
The First Annual Big Island Hawaii Celtic Bash!
Tuesday November 1st - Hamish Burgess had a Samhain/Halloween special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs & traditions of the ancient Celtic new year Samhain (pronounced Sow-en), now known as Halloween.
Monday October 31st - The Big Island heard some Celtic Aloha with Jamie O'Brien & George Kahumoku Jr playing a private event in Volcano.
Sunday October 30th - The Big Island heard some Celtic Aloha with Jamie O'Brien & George Kahumoku Jr playing at Uncle Robert's Awa Bar, End Of Hwy 137, South End Of Kalapana-Kapoho Road, Kalapana, Hawai'i. For more information: (808) 987-7247.
Sunday October 30th - Hamish Burgess had a spooky (not really) Samhain/Halloween special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs & traditions of the ancient Celtic new year Samhain (pronounced Sow-en), the Celtic Feast of the Dead, or the feast to the dying sun, marking the beginning of Winter. In Scotland, Cailleach Bheur, goddess of winter, began her reign. The Celts believed on that night between the passing of the old year, and the arrival of the new, that the veil between our world and the Otherworld (or spirit world) was thinnest, and that spirits and faerie folk could visit the human world, and vice versa, and that you could contact your passed ancestors. That belief has continued with today's Halloween traditions of witches and ghosts, etc. The Christian church called the festival 'The Feast of all Saints', on 'All Saints' Eve' or 'All Hallows' Eve', hence the term "Hallowe'en".
'SAMHAIN' © Hamish Burgess 2010
Artwork 'SAMHAIN' © Hamish Burgess 2010
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page.
Sunday October 30th - Hamish Burgess had a Samhain/Halloween special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Songs & traditions of the ancient Celtic new year Samhain (pronounced Sow-en), now known as Halloween.
Sunday Oct 30th - over in Honolulu, The Celtic Book Club meets on the last Sunday of the month at the Celtic Room of O'Toole's at 4:00pm. This Month's Topics: the books of Morgan Llywelyn. Contact Terry Sue Satta at terrysuesatta@gmail.com.
Saturday October 29th - The Big Island heard Jamie O'Brien playing at Keep The Music Playing Concert Series, 2pm to 5pm, 17-7946 N. Kulani Rd. Mountain View, Hawai'i. A solo performance by Jamie. For more information: (808) 882-7791.
October 28th-31st - over on Oahu, Darby O’Gill and the Little People (from Las Vegas) played at Honolulu's Irish Pubs. For more info contact Bill Comerford at 223-3997 or bill@ejlounge.com.
Darby O’Gill and the Little People at Honolulu's Irish Pubs
October 28th/29th/30th - not exactly Celtic, but Portuguese world music singer Ramana Vieira had a wee Maui tour, with Brad Bivens on guitar and Alberto Ramirez on bass. Portugal, especially in the north, has strong Celtic roots.
Portuguese world music singer Ramana Vieira on Maui
Sunday October 30th - Ramana Vieira played at Casanovas Restaurant (1188 Makawao Ave, Makawao, from 3-5pm.
Saturday October 29th - Ramana Vieira played at Makawao Public Library (1159 Makawao Ave.) at 11:00 a.m. More info call 808-573-8785. Also at Kihei Public Library (35 Waimahaihai St.) at 3:00 p.m. More info call 808-875-6833.
Friday October 28th - Ramana Vieira played at Kahului Public Library (90 School St.) at 2:30 p.m.
More info call 808-873-3097.
Described by Mundo Portugues newspaper as the “New Voice of Portuguese World Music”, Ramana Vieira has headlined the world's largest Portuguese festival, and performed at the 2010 Encontro Festival in Macau. One of her original songs, “Unido Para Amar,” was played for the 2006 Winter Olympics opening ceremony, and she was chosen to submit to sing for the 50th Grammy Awards special MusiCares benefit honoring Aretha Franklin. She also is a prolific songwriter having penned her own original Fado inspired tunes, teaming up with some of the most award winning luso-Poets.
Fado, the most widely recognized music of Portugal, is a passionate, soul-stirring music with soaring vocals and dramatic tales of love, loss and redemption. The New York Times has recognized Ramana Vieira as an American at the forefront of the fado resurgence.
According to Ramana, “nobody else is doing what we are doing with fado.” Part of her innovative approach to the music is in the instrumentation. Traditionally, fado was music for voice and the guitarra Portuguesa, a 12-string guitar derived from a type of African lute. Ramana’s personal relationship to fado music lies deep in her family history, as her grandfather was a well-known musician and composer from Madeira Island, Portugal. Ramana was born in San Leandro, California, to Portuguese immigrants, and was exposed to the voices of Portugal’s past at a young age.
Tuesday October 25th - Hamish Burgess had a Festival Interceltique de Lorient special Pt.2 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Music from the artists at the mighty 10 day Breton festival, which may be the biggest Celtic music festival in the world! Interview with legendary songwriter Eric Bogle, also Duncan Chisholm & Jarlath Henderson, Siobhan Owen, Jamie Smith's Mabon, Murphy's Pigs and more! www.festival-interceltique.bzh.
Sunday October 23rd - Hamish Burgess played all New Celtic Music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. New music from around the Celtic world, and also a tribute to Angus Grant, fiddler of Shooglenifty, who sadly passed away recently. As well as a Maui interview with Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones, and an UNRELEASED track from The Irish Rovers, and Jimmy Farrell songwriter of the Celtic Rebels Band.
New Celtic Music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday October 23rd - Hamish Burgess had a Festival Interceltique de Lorient special Pt.2 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Music from the artists at the mighty 10 day Breton festival, which may be the biggest Celtic music festival in the world! Interview with legendary songwriter Eric Bogle, also Duncan Chisholm & Jarlath Henderson, Siobhan Owen, Jamie Smith's Mabon, Murphy's Pigs and more! www.festival-interceltique.bzh.
Thursday Oct 20th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii hosted a Special Talk on Brexit by Arlene Holmes-Henderson, 7:00pm at the Hokua Condominium Ocean Terrace Room (1288 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu). Arlene is a Scottish woman who spent six months on Oahu in 2013-14 studying how the Hawaiian language has been growing in Hawaii. She works with the Scottish government with their efforts to grow the Gaelic throughout Scotland. She offered to talk about the political situation in Scotland after the Brexit vote earlier this year to leave the European Union. Her perspective is from the Scottish government side. More info email Susan at susanmack1@mac.com, or call 591-9398.
Tuesday October 18th - Hamish Burgess had a Festival Interceltique de Lorient special Pt.1 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Music from the artists at the mighty 10 day Breton festival, which may be the biggest Celtic music festival in the world! www.festival-interceltique.bzh.
Sunday 16th October - top Irish band Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfetones played at Mulligans on the Blue in Wailea, 7-9.30pm. A great mix of traditional Irish songs, tunes and storytelling! 808-874-1131 - www.mulligansontheblue.com.
Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfetones at Mulligans
Nominated in 2009 as Ireland's Best Traditional Irish Folk Group, touring over 400 concerts in 2010 and 2011, throughout 10 different countries, Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfe Tones are known throughout the world for their quality musical presentation of Irish Patriotic Songs & Traditional Irish Music with top class fiery introductions from their lead singer, song writer and storyteller, Derek Warfield. He enjoyed success for some 40 years with the Wolfe Tones, before heading on the road with his current band - he is now joined on stage by some of the finest Irish musicians and singers from a younger generation. www.derekwarfield.com
Damaris Woods plays the tenor Banjo, hails from Co. Meath, and is one of the finest musicians and teachers in Ireland. She has performed with Derek Warfield over the last number of years and her banjo playing has become an essential sound of Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones. Damaris has recently released her first solo album “With A Banjo On My Knee” with many other guest musicians. www.damariswoods.ie
Peadar Hickey, singer-guitarist, hails from Dublin and has been playing traditional Irish Music in New York. On a visit to The Catskills Irish Arts Week in 2010, Peadar decided to take his music to New York City. Peadar is currently an instructor of guitar for traditional Irish accompaniment at the Irish Arts Center in Manhattan.
Dan O'Sullivan, Uilleann piper, is from Kilcullen in Co Kildare. He has been playing music from a very young age. Such was his enthusiasm for the instrument that only 4 years later at the age of 17 he won the All Ireland Fleadh Ceol for his ‘air’ playing in Ballina. Daniel also performed as a piper with ‘Riverdance’ in Norway in 1998. He also enjoys writing his own instrumental music which he performs on the pipes. Daniel has a great passion for all aspects of Irish culture and in 2007 he founded an Irish Music and Dance Show which includes Irish Dance lessons called ‘The Irish Dance Party’, which operates in Templebar, Dublin.
Garry Gormley from Co. Tyrone has spent his entire life emerged in the ballads of Ireland, and has performed with many bands including The Dicey Reilly’s, Folk That and many more. www.theyoungwolfetones.com.
Saturday Oct 16th - over in Honolulu, The Friends of St.Patrick annual Guinness Toast & Joke Contest continued in the stage area of O'Toole's at 8:00pm. Participants were eligible for the Finals in March where they give away a trip to the Galway Bay Irish Music Festival in Ocean Shores Washington.
Sunday October 16th - Hamish Burgess had a Festival Interceltique de Lorient special Pt.3 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Music from the artists at the mighty 10 day Breton festival, which may be the biggest Celtic music festival in the world! Interview with Duncan Chisholm, and The Friel Sisters. Also Aussie Celtic bands Saoirse, Murphy's Pigs, Claymore and more. www.festival-interceltique.bzh.
Festival Interceltique de Lorient special Pt.3 with Hamish on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday October 16th - Hamish Burgess will have a Festival Interceltique de Lorient special Pt.1 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Music from the artists at the mighty 10 day Breton festival, which may be the biggest Celtic music festival in the world! www.festival-interceltique.bzh.
Saturday October 15th - over on Oahu, The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii perfomed for Hospice Hawai'i.
Fri 14th & Sat 15th October - over on Oahu, Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfe Tones were in Honolulu with The Crooked Jacks at The Irish Rose Saloon, 479 Ena Rd, Waikiki - 8pm till 1:30am. A rousing night of Irish Folk Music to celebrate the 8th National Summit of the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick in Honolulu on the 13th through 16th of October (see below).
Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfe Tones
& The Crooked Jacks play Honolulu
Derek Warfield is the man of the hour as he brings his Irish Patriotism on tour around the world honoring the Heroes of 1916 with a celebration of the centenary of Ireland’s 1916 Rebellion. Derek and the group bring a new CD with them this year 'Call of Erin' with a strong tilt to the Patriotic themes of Ireland’s Freedom.
Derek Warfield is an old hand in the Irish music business. He was a founding member of the original Wolf Tones (1963-2001), and has performed solo to pass on the musical tradition of Ireland to the Irish of America, eventually forming The Young Wolf Tones– a gathering of young musicians to carry on his legacy.
The Crooked Jacks a band full of young Irish Energy, playing enlivened versions of many a traditional Irish Folk tune. The tunes performed by the Crooked Jacks are certain to be crowd pleasers! They will also be appearing at O’Toole’s (10/11) and Kelley O’Neil’s(10/12 & 10/13)General Admisson $20, Military, Student and Friends of St Patrick $15. Tickets can be purchased online at http://holdmyticket.com or from the Irish Rose Saloon, Kelley O'Neil's, O'Toole's or Anna O'Brien's. For more info contact Bill Comerford at 223-3997 or bill@ejlounge.com or Will Comerford at 358-6939 or will@ejlounge.com.
October 13th-16th - over on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick hosted the national 8th Annual Summit of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick in Honolulu, based at the Hilton Alana Double Tree, Waikiki. Past summits have been held in many cities including Baltimore, Philadelphia, San Diego, Morristown and Atlantic City NJ, and most recently in New York City. With pleasure they hosted the summit in paradise this year with Honolulu holding the honors of hosting. This allowed Honolulu and the participating chapters an opportunity to reach out to groups of Friendly Sons throughout America and particularly from our western half of the country.
The purpose of each summit is to enjoy that sense of friendly brotherhood and expand upon it. This is not to create a national organization but to create connectivity and interaction. They welcome you or your representatives from all the chapters nationally; whether they be the Friendly Sons, the Friends of Saint Patrick, or a future chapter, to come join them in Honolulu and share experiences in operating our chapters at home. Honolulu is a chapter with both male and female membership and they welcome the ladies to join them.
"Learn about the challenges a group like Hawaii with a small genuine Irish population yet with a population of 5% claiming Irish ancestry. Our members may look more Korean than Irish and carry a last name of O’Grady or might look like a lovely colleen but carry a name like Takata. The business end of the Summit is brief but the fun is built into every agenda and it won’t be lacking here in Honolulu. Let’s have our Irish friendship be cross continental and across oceans!"
Discounted rooms at the Hilton Alana Doubletree in Waikiki. You have to join Hilton Rewards to get the offered discount. Use the link at http://fosphawaii.ning.com/ or Hilton Hotel Booking.
If you have questions contact Bill Comerford, Promotions Chairman of the Friends of St Patrick, at bill@ejlounge.com. 2016 Summit Agenda (Tentative):
PRE-SUMMIT:
Monday – Phone contact if arriving early Bill Comerford 808-223-3997
Tuesday & Wed 6-9pm – Pre-Summit Hospitality Station at Irish Rose Saloon, 478 Ena Rd.
SUMMIT:
Thursday – “Aloha” Meet and Greet reception from 6-9 pm at the Pikake Room at Hilton Alana Double Tree, Waikiki, Hawaii. Fiddle by Lisa Gomes, also the Celtic Pipes and Drums of Honolulu, Hawaii Irish Dance, and Celtic Waves. $25.00 at the door - food and beverage hosted with payment. Everybody is welcome.
Friday – Brunch National Summit Meeting 8-10am in the Pikake Room. Hilton Alana Doubletree in Waikiki. $25.00 at the door. Multigroup discussions of operations and future plans.
Honolulu Pub Crawl 4-8pm and onwards! Inclusive Pub Crawl includes trolley ride from Hotel to Downtown Pubs returning to the Irish Rose Saloon - one drink in each bar $30, or pay your own way and meet at O'Toole's at 4:30pm. Step off to Murphy's at 5:15pm, on to Fergusons at 6pm, JJ Dolans at 6:45pm, O'Toole's at 7:30pm. Trolley leaves for Irish Rose Saloon at 8pm.
Irish Music Concert with Derek Warfield & the Young Wolfe Tones and the Crooked Jacks at The Irish Rose Saloon, 479 Ena Rd, Waikiki - 8pm till 1:30am. $20 public/$15 FOSP members, military and students - http://holdmyticket.com/event/258043. 21 and over only.
Saturday – Tour of Pearl Harbor Trip. 10am-6pm. Departing from the Hotel at 10am. Arizona Memorial, Pacific Aviation Museum, Punchbowl National Cemetary - $45.
Optional: Honolulu Stadium Swap meet shopping trip.
2nd Concert with Derek Warfield & the Young Wolfe Tones and the Crooked Jacks at The Irish Rose Saloon, 479 Ena Rd, Waikiki - 8pm till 1:30am. $20 public/$15 FOSP members, military and students - http://holdmyticket.com/event/258043. 21 and over only.
Sunday – Concluding Breakfast at Pikake Room 8-10am.
Mass 11am at St. Augustine Catholic Church.
POST-SUMMIT
Monday – Golf at Pearl Country Club. $50 Green Fee, $25 Club Rental, $10 Tournament Prizes.
They welcome all our golf friends to participate with their mainland Friends.
To RSVP please call Bill Comerford at 808-223-3997 or bill@ejlounge.com for any of all of the events above.
October 12th & 13th - over in Honolulu, The Crooked Jacks played at Kelley O’Neil’s in Waikiki. A band full of young Irish Energy, playing enlivened versions of many a traditional Irish Folk tune. The tunes performed by the Crooked Jacks are certain to be crowd pleasers!
October 11th - on Oahu, The Crooked Jacks played at O’Toole’s Irish pub, downtown Honolulu.
Sunday October 9th - Hamish Burgess had a Festival Interceltique de Lorient special Pt.2 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Music from the artists at the mighty 10 day Breton festival, which may be the biggest Celtic music festival in the world! Interview with legendary songwriter Eric Bogle, also Duncan Chisholm & Jarlath Henderson, Siobhan Owen, Jamie Smith's Mabon, Murphy's Pigs and more! www.festival-interceltique.bzh.
Festival Interceltique de Lorient special with Hamish on the Maui Celtic Radio Show,
with Scottish songwriter Eric Bogle interview, and many more.
Sunday October 9th - Hamish Burgess had an Early Explorers special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook), to celebrate Columbus Day, Leif Ericson Day, and Indigenous People's Day. Old time slot, but new station. As Columbus didn't actually discover America (he bumped into the Bahamas, there were folks there already), Hamish will take a musical look at early Celtic explorers, such as Scottish knights, Welsh Princes, and of course Irish St.Brendan the Navigator. Not to mention the Norse explorers, or Vikings, and Leif Ericson who had a settlement in what is now Newfoundland.
1000AD Norse foundations & reconstruction. L'Anse aux Meadows, Newfoundland
Thursday October 6th - the Isle of Maui Pipe Band marched in the Maui County Fair Parade in the afternoon in Kahului. Probably near the beginning. More info on the band at www.isleofmauipipeband.com.
Tuesday October 4th - Hamish Burgess had a Sidmouth FolkWeek special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Celtic & folk music from the artists at Devon's big festival, one of the oldest in the UK! More details on the July festival at www.sidmouthfolkweek.co.uk.
Sunday October 2nd - Hamish Burgess had a Festival Interceltique de Lorient special Pt.1 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Music from the artists at the mighty 10 day Breton festival, which may be the biggest Celtic music festival in the world! www.festival-interceltique.bzh.
Festival Interceltique de Lorient special with Hamish on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Saturday Oct 1st - over on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held their Scottish Movie Night featuring “Whisky Galore” with whisky tasting, at St.Clement's Episcopal Church, 1515 Wilder Ave., Honolulu. Chieftain Bruce McEwan leading tasting selections from various Scottish regions. Popcorn, snacks & non-alcoholic beverages were also provided.
For more information contact Jeannie Ferrier at jeferrier@msn.com or Lillian Cunningham at lillianc@hawaii.edu.
Saturday October 1st - the Isle of Maui Pipe Band opened the St.John's Kula Festival at 9am at St.John's Episcopal Church in Keokea, Kula, Upcountry Maui. More info: www.stjohnsmaui.org/event/st-johns-kula-festival-2016/, and www.isleofmauipipeband.com.
Sunday October 2nd - Hamish Burgess had a Sidmouth FolkWeek special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Celtic & folk music from the artists at Devon's big festival, one of the oldest in the UK! More details on the July festival at www.sidmouthfolkweek.co.uk.
Tuesday September 27th - Hamish Burgess had a Cornish special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Music from Hamish's recent trip to Cornwall, with interviews from Cornish group Dalla, and Andrew Morris on launch of The Celtic Link magazine and the Lowender Peran Festival, with 2nd half music & interview from headliners The Changing Room. And a wee word from his old pal the Belfast Busker !
Sunday September 25th - Hamish Burgess had a Sidmouth FolkWeek special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Celtic & folk music from the artists at Devon's big festival, one of the oldest in the UK! More details on the July festival at www.sidmouthfolkweek.co.uk.
Sidmouth FolkWeek special with Hamish on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday September 25th - Hamish Burgess had a Cornish special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Music from Hamish's recent trip to Cornwall, with interviews from Cornish group Dalla, and Andrew Morris on launch of The Celtic Link magazine and the Lowender Peran Festival, with 2nd half music & interview from headliners The Changing Room. And a wee word from his old pal the Belfast Busker !
Tuesday September 20th - Hamish Burgess had his "Scottish Travels" part 2 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Music from Hamish's recent trip to Scotland, with Martin Hadden of Silly Wizard, a special on Dougie MacLean's Perthshire Amber, with interview and songs from Dougie, and music from other artists at the November festival. Also a word from Ronnie Browne of The Corries, on his upcoming book tour in Scotland.
Sunday September 18th - Hamish Burgess had a Cornish special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Music from Hamish's recent trip to Cornwall, with interviews from Cornish group Dalla, and Andrew Morris on launch of The Celtic Link magazine and the Lowender Peran Festival, with 2nd half music & interview from headliners The Changing Room. And a wee word from his old pal the Belfast Busker !
Cornish special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show with (clockwise from top left)
Hamish with Dalla, The Changing Room, Andrew Morris, and the Belfast Busker
Sunday September 18th - Hamish Burgess had his "Scottish Travels" part 2 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Music from Hamish's recent trip to Scotland, with Martin Hadden of Silly Wizard, a special on Dougie MacLean's Perthshire Amber, with interview and songs from Dougie, and music from other artists at the November festival. Also a word from Ronnie Browne of The Corries, on his upcoming book tour in Scotland.
Saturday September 17th - local Maui trad band the Glen Innes Session Band played at the HALFWAY TO ST. PATRICK'S DAY Celebration at Mulligans On The Blue in Wailea, starting at 6pm, with MC our own Hamish Burgess, and special guests the Isle of Maui Pipe Band and more! No cover charge. For reservations & more details call 874-1131, or visit www.mulligansontheblue.com.
Tuesday September 13th - Hamish Burgess had his "Scottish Travels" part 1 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Music from Hamish's recent trip to Scotland, with Archie Fisher, a special on Hamish Moore and the Barga School of Scots Music, Song and Dance in Italy, and more - with a few surprises!
Sunday September 11th - Hamish Burgess had "Scottish Travels" part 2 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Music from Hamish's recent trip to Scotland, with Martin Hadden of Silly Wizard, a special on Dougie MacLean's Perthshire Amber, with interview and songs from Dougie, and music from other artists at the November festival. Also a word from Ronnie Browne of The Corries, on his upcoming book tour in Scotland.
Sunday September 11th - Hamish Burgess had his "Scottish Travels" part 1 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Music from Hamish's recent trip to Scotland, with Archie Fisher, a special on Hamish Moore and the Barga School of Scots Music, Song and Dance in Italy, and more - with a few surprises!
Tuesday September 6th - Hamish Burgess had an Edmonton Celtic music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Bands from the Alberta prairie town, with The McDades music & interview from Jeremiah McDade, and Celtic Fusion Illusion music & interview.
Sunday September 4th - Hamish Burgess had his "Scottish Travels" part 1 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Music from Hamish's recent trip to Scotland, with Archie Fisher, a special on Hamish Moore and the Barga School of Scots Music, Song and Dance in Italy, and more - with a few surprises!
Sunday September 4th - Hamish Burgess had an Edmonton Celtic music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Bands from the Alberta prairie town, with The McDades music & interview from Jeremiah McDade, and Celtic Fusion Illusion music & interview.
Tuesday August 30th - Hamish Burgess played Celtic music from the Canadian Prairies, and also had special guest Sharon Shannon on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. 1st hour Celtic music from hamish's travels through the Canadian Prairies, and 2nd hour Sharon Shannon's interview from the Rogue Folk Club (Vancouver), with her music and great musical friends.
Sunday August 28th - Hamish Burgess had an Edmonton Celtic music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Bands from the Alberta prairie town, with The McDades music & interview from Jeremiah McDade, and Celtic Fusion Illusion music & interview.
Sunday August 28th - Hamish Burgess played Celtic Rock 'n' Roll & Pop Hits on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook).
Saturday August 20th - Dublin singer-songwriter David Connolly played at Mulligans On The Blue in Wailea, accompanied by local fiddler Kristin Sherwood on a few tunes. Mulligans 808-874-1131, or visit www.mulligansontheblue.com.
July 23rd/24th/30th - David Connolly, singer/songwriter from Dublin, played at Mulligans On The Blue in Wailea. David plays in the band Dhamy from Los Angeles, and plays cover songs from U2, the Eagles, and of course Irish music. Mulligans 808-874-1131, or visit www.mulligansontheblue.com.
Saturday July 16th - on Oahu The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held a New Member Meeting. More information TBA. This party is for the older members to get to know the new members, and the new members to see what our Society is all about. By popular demand, the Three Facts Game will again be played at the beginning of the party, so start thinking of 3 facts about yourself that they might not know about you.
Saturday August 13th - over on Oahu, folks headed onboard the The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii & The Friends of St.Patrick Sunset Celtic Cruise on the Makani Catamaran 5 PM - 7:30 PM. The boat is docked at in Kewalo Basin Boat Harbor Slip F-1, Ala Moana & Ward (1009 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, Hawaii 96814). This event was open to the public - membership not required. $40 per person included 2-hour sunset sail, dinner, & 2 drinks. Makani Catamaran (808) 591-9000, & tell them you are with the “Celtic Cruise” group. Park at lot by the boat, or Ward Shopping Center & walk over. Casual attire, guests & all ages welcome. More info Nancy at SASHawaii@icloud.com.
Saturday August 13th - David Connolly, singer/songwriter from Dublin, played at Mulligans On The Blue in Wailea. David plays in the band Dhamy from Los Angeles, and plays cover songs from U2, the Eagles, and of course Irish music. Mulligans 808-874-1131, or visit www.mulligansontheblue.com.
July - The Black Donnellys played in Honolulu at Hawaii's Irish Pubs.
Tuesday July 12th - Hamish Burgess had a tribute to fiddler Dave Swarbrick, interview with Cape Breton fiddler Gillian Head, and more new Celtic music, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Sadly UK fiddler Dave Swarbrick, most known for his work with folk rock band Fairport Convention, passed away recently. Hamish also has an interview and music from young Cape Breton fiddler Gillian Head, as well as new Celtic releases.
Sunday July 10th - Hamish Burgess had a Celtic Tour on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Celtic music from Brittany, Galicia, Asturias, Cornwall, Wales, Ireland, the Isle of Man, and Scotland.
Sunday July 10th - Hamish Burgess ha an Independence Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Celtic music about America, and from American Celtic bands.
Monday July 4th - over on Oahu, there was the July 4th Hawaii Celtic Picnic at Bellows Air Force Base Beach in Waimanalo (Hawaii 96795), at Bellows Pavilion B, from noon to 6pm. Co-sponsored by The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii, The Friends of St.Patrick, & The Caledonian Society of Hawaii.
This is a FREE family-friendly event! Everyone is welcome. Celtic Organizations will provide:
hamburgers, hot dogs, buns, condiments, cheese, onions, lettuce, pickles, sodas, ice, charcoal, and paper supplies/cups. Pleae bring: Potluck side dish or dessert to share. Alcohol is okay, but NO GLASS BOTTLES. Swimsuits, towels, water toys, and sunblock. NO PETS. All vehicles must have current drivers license, proof of insurance, proof of inspection, and current vehicle registration.
RSVP: Nancy Smiley at SASHawaii@icloud.com or (808) 371-0819 (call/text). Non-Military (without Military/DoD Identification Card): For those age 16 & older, they must have your RSVP, NO LATER THAN JUNE 25th. Please include NAME, DATE OF BIRTH, CONTACT PHONE NUMBER, and EMAIL ADDRESS of all attendees. They need this information so Bellows can do the background check and can get you Base passes. Active/Retired Military (with Military/DoD Identification Card): don’t need your date of birth, but they need your RSVP NO LATER THAN JUNE 26th so they can give Bellows a good headcount as part of the Pavilion Rental rules.
Tuesday July 5th - Hamish Burgess celebrated Independence Day on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Celtic music about America, and from American Celtic bands.
Sunday July 3rd - Hamish Burgess celebrated Independence Day on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Celtic music about America, and from American Celtic bands.
Tuesday June 28th - Hamish Burgess celebrated Canada Day on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Celtic music from across Canada, from the very Irish Newfoundland, and very Scottish Nova Scotia (with Cape Breton's Gaelic community), all the way west to Vancouver, BC.
Sunday June 26th - the top level traditional Irish band the McCarthy Family from Ireland and Boston played at Mulligan's on the Blue in Wailea. The craic was mighty at our local Irish Pub! Tommy McCarthy & Louise Costello run Boston area trad hotspot The Burren (Somerville, MA) - www.burren.com. Their Burren Backroom Series CD, featuring great traditional artists, from the first three years of concerts at the pub, was launched at the NCH Dublin!! ….with a ton of star players. The McCarthy family is Tommy McCarthy on fiddle and Louise Costello on banjo, with daughter Rose on fiddle, and son Peadar on the Uilleann pipes.
Maui musician James "Hutch" Hutchinson (Bonnie Raitt Band) was a guest for the night on the bass. www.mulligansontheblue.com.
Sunday June 26th - Hamish Burgess celebrated Canada Day on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Celtic music from across Canada, from the very Irish Newfoundland, and very Scottish Nova Scotia (with Cape Breton's Gaelic community), all the way west to Vancouver, BC.
Sunday June 26th - Hamish Burgess celebrated Canada Day on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Celtic music from across Canada, from the very Irish Newfoundland, and very Scottish Nova Scotia (with Cape Breton's Gaelic community), all the way west to Vancouver, BC
Saturday June 25th - over on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii will hold their Annual General Meeting at Treetops at Paradise Park.
Saturday June 25th - over on the Big Island Hawaii, The Kilt Lifters had a CD release party at Papa Kona Coffee Estate in Holualoa. The Kilt Lifters new CDs is out, and they were throwing a garden party to celebrate. More info at www.thekiltlifters.com.
Tuesday June 21st - Hamish Burgess celebrated the Summer Solstice and Fathers Day on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. 1st hour was a Fathers Day tribute to Hamish's Dad & Grandad, and the 2nd hour Celtic music about the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
Sunday June 19th - Hamish Burgess had a Fathers Day and the Summer Solstice special on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. 1st hour was a Fathers Day tribute to Hamish's Dad & Grandad, and the 2nd hour Celtic music about the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
Sunday June 19th - Hamish Burgess celebrated Fathers Day and the Summer Solstice on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). 1st hour was a Fathers Day tribute to Hamish's Dad & Grandad, and the 2nd hour Celtic music about the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
Sunday June 19th - over on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii Chieftain Bruce McEwan gave a speech entitled "Scots in Hawai`i: Immigrants from the Engine Room" at the University of Hawaii Manoa East West Center Gallery (1601 East-West Center Dr) in Honolulu. Folks could stay for the Photo Exhibition: “China through the Lens of John Thomson” running from 6/5 - 9/11. "Legendary Scottish photographer and travel writer John Thomson (1837-1921) undertook several major journeys photographing regions of China starting in 1868. The range, depth and aesthetic quality of Thomson’s photographic vision make him stand out as one of the most important travel photographers." The EWC exhibition will include 60 photographs from Thomson’s travels across China.
Tuesday June 14th - Hamish Burgess celebrated the 100th new Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. The show has been going 13 years, but the last 2 we are stoked to be on Blues and Roots Radio, and CMR in Glasgow.
Sunday June 12th - there was a Contra Dance with live music by Psychedelic Celtic, and featuring caller Dave Fullaway, at Makawao Union Church (1445 Baldwin Avenue) from 7-9pm.
Cost is $5 - $10 (sliding scale) - all ages welcome. More info email Kristin Sherwood at sherwoodk@hotmail.com.
Sunday June 12th - Hamish Burgess had a tribute to fiddler Dave Swarbrick, interview with Cape Breton fiddler Gillian Head, and more new Celtic music, on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Sadly UK fiddler Dave Swarbrick, most known for his work with folk rock band Fairport Convention, passed away during the week. Hamish also had an interview and music from young Cape Breton fiddler Gillian Head, as well as new Celtic releases.
Sunday June 12th - Hamish Burgess celebrated the 100th new Maui Celtic Radio Show on on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). The show has been going 13 years, but the last 2 we are stoked to be on Blues and Roots Radio, and now KAKU.
Friday June 10th - over on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick will hold their Finnegan’s Wake Pub Crawl in Downtown Honolulu, 4:30 - 9 PM. Annual tribute to Tim Finnegan as they have a mock wake and carry his casket from Irish pub to Irish pub in Downtown Honolulu.
Starts at 4:30-5:30pm at O'Toole's Irish Pub on Nu’uanu, Downtown. 5:30 6:15pm Murphy’s. 6:25-7:15pm Ferguson’s. 7:30-8:15 JJ Dolan’s. 8:15 Back to O'Toole’s. PLEASE BRING CASH TO PAY FOR YOUR DRINKS. ALL DRINKS MUST BE CONSUMED OR LEFT BEHIND AS THERE IS NO ALCOHOL ALLOWED ON THE STREETS.
"Finnegan's Wake" is a ballad that arose in the 1850s in the music-hall tradition of comical Irish songs. The song is a staple of the Irish folk-music group, The Dubliners, who have played it on many occasions and included it on several albums, and is especially well-known to fans of The Clancy Brothers, who have performed and recorded it with Tommy Makem. The song has more recently been recorded by Irish-American Celtic punk band Dropkick Murphy's. In the ballad, the hod-carrier Tim Finnegan, born "with a love for the liquor", falls from a ladder, breaks his skull, and is thought to be dead. The mourners at his wake become rowdy, and spill whiskey over Finnegan's corpse, causing him to come back to life and join in the celebrations. Whiskey causes both Finnegan's fall and his resurrection - the modern word whiskey is derived from the Irish phrase 'uisce beatha', meaning 'water of life'.
Tuesday June 7th - there was a monthly Celtic session in Haiku from 4-7pm at a private residence. Anyone interested email Kristin Sherwood at sherwoodk@hotmail.com. Any potential contra dance sit-in musicians were particularly encouraged to come on Tuesday to play through a couple of sets.
Tuesday June 7th - Hamish Burgess had all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Song and tunes from around the Celtic world.
Sunday June 5th - Hamish Burgess celebrated the 100th Maui Celtic Radio Show on Blues & Roots Radio streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Some of our favourite songs, with musical guests saying hello, and an exclusive unreleased track from The Irish Rovers. The show has been going 13 years, but the last 2 we are stoked to be on Blues and Roots Radio!
Sunday June 5th - Hamish Burgess had all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this Sunday morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Song and tunes from around the Celtic world.
Tuesday May 31st - Hamish Burgess had special guest Mike Katz of the Battlefield Band picking and introducing all the music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Mike, long-time bagpiper with Battlefield Band, played bands that influenced his career, and his personal likes. The 3rd in a series of celebrity hosts. Hamish: "More great picks by a very knowledgeable musician, with some tracks that I had never heard before. A good look at the Edinburgh scene where Mike found his career, and made his home."
Sunday May 29th - Hamish Burgess had all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Song and tunes from around the Celtic world.
Sunday May 29th - Hamish Burgess had De Danann special, featuring the iconic traditional Irish band, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Interviews from founding De Danann member Alec Finn, and singer Eleanor Shanley, with tunes and songs from throughout the band's career of four decade.
Tuesday May 24th - over on Oahu, The Pub Sessions at O'Toole's featured fiddler extraordinaire and Irish person of the year 2015 Dr. Lisa Hancock Gomes on the fiddle! More details Bill Comerford at 808-223-3997, or bill@ejlounge.com.
Sunday May 22nd - Hamish Burgess had a De Danann special, featuring the iconic traditional Irish band, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Interviews from founding De Danann member Alec Finn, and singer Eleanor Shanley, with tunes and songs from throughout the band's career of four decades.
Sunday May 22nd - Hamish Burgess had special guest Ian Millar of The Irish Rovers co-host the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. The singer picked and introduced all the songs on this week's show, with bands that influenced his career, and simply artists that he likes. Hamish: "A great selection from Ian this week with brilliant Celtic music, and even a wee bit o' rock - great craic.
Saturday May 21st - over on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick had an Irish Music Meeting at the Celtic Room at O'Tooles, Downtown Honolulu at 3.30pm.
Sunday May 15th - the original Celtic Tigers had a reunion for the 15th Anniversary Party at Mulligan's on the Blue in Wailea. The craic was mighty at our local Irish Pub!
www.mulligansontheblue.com.
Sunday May 15th - Hamish Burgess played Celtic music from the Canadian Prairies, and also had special guest Sharon Shannon on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. 1st hour Celtic music from hamish's travels through the Canadian Prairies, and 2nd hour Sharon Shannon's interview from the Rogue Folk Club (Vancouver), with her music and great musical friends.
Hamish Burgess and Sharon Shannon at the Rogue Folk Club
Sunday May 15th - Hamish Burgess had a Kiwi Celtic music New Zealand Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. This week with Celtic music from Aotearoa or New Zealand that Hamish collected from a trip there with show underwiters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday May 15th - was the first Maui Fiddle & Guitar Workshop! Two special workshops - folks could learn a set of Celtic tunes to play at the next Makawao Contra Dance (June 12th).
3:45pm start. 4-5pm Fiddle Workshop - learn a couple of tunes by ear, then learn bowings and embellishments to make them sound more interesting. Kristin Sherwood teaching.
5:15-6:15pm Guitar Workshop - experiment with others interested in playing in DADGAD tuning and learn to accompany the tunes taught during the fiddle workshop. Share what you know and learn from your peers. With Katie Romanchuk.
6:30-8:00pm Potluck Dinner/ Jam Session.
Both workshops at a private residence in Haiku. More info email Kristin Sherwood at sherwoodk@hotmail.com. Donations much appreciated but not required. All ages welcome.
Kristin Sherwood began playing Suzuki violin at four years old. After dabbling in classical music and showtunes, she found her true passion when she discovered the Celtic music scene in Boston. Winner of the 2004 New England Regional Scottish Fiddle Championship, Kristin draws upon the musical styles of mentors such as Hanneke Cassel and Alasdair Fraser. Now a resident of Maui, she currently plays with the Glen Innes Session Band.
Saturday May 14th - over in Hionolulu, the The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held their annual Celtic Pub Crawl 5:00 pm onwards! “The best time ye'll nae remember!” Meet at Murphy’s Bar & Grill (2 Merchant St, Honolulu HI 96813) at 5:00 pm in Murphy's Back Room for drinks & pupus. Then they'll march to the Downtown Irish Pubs, accompanied by bagpipes. Finishing at O'Toole's Pub on Nu'uanu Street just in time to dance to the Doolin’ Rakes. This year’s Pub Crawl is FREE!! Bring cash & remember to tip your servers. Over 21 only. No need to RSVP—just show up & have a good time.
Attire: Wear your kilt if you have one. Otherwise, on-the-town attire, boas, & party hats are appropriate. Contact Nancy for questions: SASHawaii@icloud.com.
Tuesday May 10th - Hamish Burgess had new Celtic music and a special on the ARC Record label on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. 1st hour new Celtic music from all over, and 2nd hour a look at the great artists on ARC Music compilations and albums. www.arcmusic.co.uk.
May 6th-10th - The Whiskeydicks in Hawaii! The Vancouver band will be appearing in Honolulu at Hawaii's Irish Pubs - fun Barroom music featuring Celtic, Gypsy and Drinking songs. Catch them at 9pm, any of these nights:
Friday 6th - Irish Rose Saloon, Waikiki.
Saturday 7th - Kelley O'Neil's, Waikiki.
Sunday 8th - Irish Rose Saloon, Waikiki.
Monday 9th - O'Toole's, Downtown Honolulu.
Tuesday 10th - O'Toole's, Downtown Honolulu.
The Whiskeydicks in Honolulu
The Whiskeydicks are a group of Celtic Gypsy party rockers out of Vancouver - they use fiery celtic-gypsy fiddle licks, cello played like a bass, bombastic trumpet, vivacious drum beats, energetic guitar strumming, and voice to tell stories of good times past and to play songs people know but in a way they’d never imagine. The formula works and has earned the band acclaim from audiences everywhere. Bridging the gap between traditional and modern popular music with an enthusiasm that is contagious, and an eclecticism that knows no bounds.....
www.thewhiskeydicks.ca
Sunday May 8th - Hamish Burgess had special guest Ian Millar of The Irish Rovers co-host the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. The singer picks and introduces all the songs on this week's show, with bands that influenced his career, and simply artists that he likes. Hamish: "A great selection from Ian this week with brilliant Celtic music, and even a wee bit o' rock - great craic."
Sunday May 8th - Hamish Burgess had a Mothers Day Special, dedicated to his Mum & Grandma, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Songs and traditions of Mothers Day, with the Civil War origins of the North American Mothers Day, which is unconnected to the church origins of British or Irish Mothering Sunday. Traditions of those too!
Wednesday May 4th - on Oahu, there was a Jameson Whiskey Tasting at the Celtic Room, O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu at 6:30pm. Special Pernod Ricard/Jameson Tasting, offered by Southern Wine and Spirits, with Caroline Maguire, Brand Ambassador. Single Barrel Club members $24.00/Public $30.00.
Featured Whiskies: Jamesons Caskmates Stout Cask, Jamesons Black Barrel Select, John Powers, Redbreast 12, Redbreast 15. Email whiskey@irishpubhawaii.com or call 521-4712 to make a reservation.
Tuesday May 3rd - Hamish Burgess had a Beltaine/Mayday Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs and traditions of the ancient Celtic festival dedicated to the Sun God Bel, ‘the bright and shining one’. The old Celtic name for May Day is Bealltainn, or Bealtaine in Irish, and now Beltane, meaning ‘bright fire’, and heralding the coming of Summer, with the great wheel of the year turning again on the evening of April 30th.
Sunday May 1st - Hamish Burgess had a Beltaine/Mayday Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs and traditions of the ancient Celtic festival dedicated to the Sun God Bel, ‘the bright and shining one’. The old Celtic name for May Day is Bealltainn, or Bealtaine in Irish, and now Beltane, meaning ‘bright fire’, and heralding the coming of Summer, with the great wheel of the year turning again on the evening of April 30th.
Sunday May 1st - Hamish Burgess had a Beltaine/Mayday Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Songs and traditions of the ancient Celtic festival dedicated to the Sun God Bel, ‘the bright and shining one’. The old Celtic name for May Day is Bealltainn, or Bealtaine in Irish, and now Beltane, meaning ‘bright fire’, and heralding the coming of Summer, with the great wheel of the year turning again on the evening of April 30th
Saturday April 30th - in Honolulu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held their Scottish Movie Night: 'Local Hero' showing Upstairs at Anna O'Brien's Club (nonsmoking), 2440 S. Beretania St, Honolulu, Hawaii 96826. Doors open 4:30 pm for drinks & socializing. Movie starts at 5:00 pm. No cover. A calabash bowl will be passed to defray expenses. Buy drinks from Anna's - the bar upstairs will be open. BYO food. No RSVP needed. Everyone is welcome! Local Hero movie: "Up-and-coming Houston oil executive "Mac" MacIntyre (Peter Riegert) gets more than he bargained for when a seemingly simple business trip to Scotland changes his outlook on life. Sent by his colorful boss (Burt Lancaster) to the small village of Ferness, Mac is looking to quickly buy out the townspeople so his company can build a new refinery. But after a taste of country life Mac begins to question whether he is on the right side of this transaction." Release date: February 17, 1983. Director: Bill Forsyth.
Friday April 29th - over on Oahu, there was a CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF THE IRISH SPIRIT OF FREEDOM with Way Too Pretty at Ward's Rafters in Honolulu. This week marks the 100th anniversary of the historic “Easter Rising.” A group of Honolulu's fine Irish musicians and our Celtic community will gather at Ward's Rafters to celebrate the spirit of freedom expressed by the Irish revolution. They will sing “rebel” and “emigration” songs, spiced by the inspiring music of Way Too Pretty and culminating in a rousing group collaboration. The evening will feature songs by: Patty Clayton, James McCarthy, Lawson Cannon, Lesley Kline, Curtis Vandeloop, Susan Reinhart, and Clark Ratliffe.
Way Too Pretty is a relatively new trio of musicians who have established themselves as stellar performers of traditional Irish music with other local bands. Together they enjoy slowing and tweaking faster Irish dance tunes, making the music “way too pretty.” Lesley Kline on fiddle (Doolin Rakes, Celtic Waves), Abby Brown on flute and whistle (Whiskey Starship, Celtic Waves), and Lawson Cannon on guitar and bouzouki (Irish Reunion, Celtic Waves).
100 years ago a small band of Irish rebels created the “Easter Rising” to establish an end to 750 years of British oppression. For 6 days following Easter Sunday of 1916, from April 24-29, these courageous and devoted insurgents occupied and defended several government buildings in Dublin. Although the Easter Rising was a military disaster, the revolutionaries achieved their goal of holding their positions for the minimum time required by international law criteria to justify their claim to independence.
The brave and bold Irish rebels that rose up in arms that Easter wisely chose to surrender after the British sent in 16,000 troops with artillery, killed hundreds of rebels in the streets and innocent civilians in their homes, and burned much of inner Dublin to the ground. Following the arrests of thousands and the execution of 16 of the Rising's leaders, public sentiment for freedom rallied the nation, and the Irish began a 6-year political and military struggle which ended with the creation of the independent Republic of Ireland in 1922.
Ward's Rafters is a private home located at 3810 Maunaloa Avenue, between 15th and 16th Avenues, in Kaimuki near Kapiolani Community College. It is a flag lot - a three story house in the back down the driveway. Do NOT go to the house on the street! Larry Ward hosts house concerts in a dedicated venue space on the third floor; there are 2 stories of steps up, with no wheelchair access. Patrons are welcome to brings pupus, picnic supper, beer and wine. No cooking, no refrigerator, no hard liquor. For more information, please call Lawson Cannon at 808-371-7890.
Tuesday April 26th - Hamish Burgess had an ANZAC Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. A special tribute to the ANZACs (Australia & New Zealand Armoured Corps) in honour of those who fell at Gallipoli 101 years ago on April 25th 1915. With many Eric Bogle compositions, interview with Paul Turner from Ceol Manawatu in New Zealand. Songs about Australia and New Zealand, from local bands, and Scots, Irish & Cornish singers.
Sunday April 24th - on Oahu, the Celtic Book Club met in the Celtic Room of O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu at 4pm. This month featured local author and former investigative reporter Jim Dooley.
Sunday April 24th - Hamish Burgess had an ANZAC Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. A special tribute to the ANZACs (Australia & New Zealand Armoured Corps) in honour of those who fell at Gallipoli 101 years ago on April 25th 1915. With many Eric Bogle compositions, interview with Paul Turner from Ceol Manawatu in New Zealand. Songs about Australia and New Zealand, from local bands, and Scots, Irish & Cornish singers.
Sunday April 24th - Hamish Burgess had an ANZAC Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. A special tribute to the ANZACs (Australia & New Zealand Armoured Corps) in honour of those who fell at Gallipoli 101 years ago on April 25th 1915. With many Eric Bogle compositions, interview with Paul Turner from Ceol Manawatu in New Zealand. Songs about Australia and New Zealand, from local bands, and Scots, Irish & Cornish singers.
Wednesday April 20th - over on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick had a Whiskey Tasting at O'Toole's Celtic Room at 6:30pm. Club members $20.00 / General Public $25.00.
Featuring whiskies from Young's Market of Hawaii: Bushmill's 10 and 16, Highland Park 12, Monkey Shoulder, Old Forester, and Sazarac Rye. More info, Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com.
To sign up call 808-521-4712 or email whiskey@irishpubhawaii.com.
Tuesday April 19th - Hamish Burgess featured Boston area trad hotspot The Burren (Somerville, MA), as well as new Celtic music, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. 1st hour, music from The Burren's Tommy Mccarthy & Louise Costello, and from the Burren Backroom Series, (event hosted by Brian O'Donovan of A Celtic Sojourn on WGBH radio in Boston), the CD featuring great traditional artists, from the first three years of concerts. www.burren.com. Thanks to Maui musician James "Hutch" Hutchinson for the hook-up.
Sunday April 17th - over in Honolulu, HAWAII IRISH DANCE CEILI DANCE & DINNER was at The Club at Anna O’Brien’s (upstairs,) 2440 S. Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 96826. Cost: $20 at the door
Live Irish music - Celtic Waves, Whiskey Starship, and the Honolulu Irish Session players will liven up our evening and get everyone’s toes tapping! Dinner will be served around 5:00, the cost of which is included in your ticket. The bar will be open for business – tip your bartender well!
Door prizes will be given out at the end of the night – stay ‘til 8:00, every entry ticket is a chance to win! "What is ceili dancing? “Ceili” is the Gaelic word for a social gathering that usually involves folk music, dancing, food, and other activities. The term “ceili dancing” is used today to refer to a variety of group dances performed at these gatherings. Some of the dances have English or French heritage, while others originated in Ireland and Scotland. The dances performed at a ceili are easy for beginners to learn and require no fancy footwork. Anyone can join in the fun and pick it up as we go. The dances are introduced and led by a caller, who cues the dancers’ movements to time with the music." Come and enjoy the fun of traditional Irish dance.
Sunday April 17th - Hamish Burgess played Rock'n'Roll & Pop Hits done Celtic style (part 2) on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. With a few surprises! We're talking massive chart hits, Celtic style, covered by bands you regularly hear on the show.
Sunday April 17th - Hamish Burgess had special co-host George Millar of the Irish Rovers picking and intoducing the songs on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. George plays bands that influenced his career (Irish and Scottish), and younger artists he likes. Hamish: "I learnt a few things from George this week about the history of Celtic music! Some great tracks that I had never heard before."
Tuesday April 12th - Hamish Burgess had Maui musician James "Hutch" Hutchinson ( bass player for Bonnie Raitt band) picking and introducing all the Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Celtic songs and artists that influenced Hutch, and his stories from hanging & playing music with some of the best Celtic artists in the world.
James "Hutch" Hutchinson co-hosts the Maui Celtic Radio Show with Hamish
Sunday April 10th - Hamish Burgess played Rock'n'Roll & Pop Hits done Celtic style on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. With a few surprises! We're talking massive chart hits, Celtic style, covered by bands you regularly hear on the show.
Sunday April 10th - Hamish Burgess had special guest Mike Katz of the Battlefield Band picking and introducing all the music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Mike, long-time bagpiper with Battlefield Band, played bands that influenced his career, and his personal likes. The 3rd in a series of celebrity hosts.
Hamish: "More great picks by a very knowledgeable musician, with some tracks that I had never heard before. A good look at the Edinburgh scene where Mike found his career, and made his home."
Sat/Sun April 9/10th - MAUI CELTIC had booth at the Hawaiian Scottish Festival & Highland Games at Ala Moana Beach Park McCoy Pavilion, 10am to 6pm. $1.00 entry fee to the pavillion. We had booth of fine Scottish imports, classic Maui Celtic logo wear (with the cool Celtic knot Island Map shirts), plaid items - Hawaii Tartan sashes, shawls, and head wraps (do-rags). We represented Sportkilt again this year, with the biggest selection of tartan to be seen in Hawaii for years!
Hamish at the Maui Celtic booth at the Hawaiian Scottish Festival, Waikiki
Piping from The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii started the ceremonies at noon both days. There was traditional Scottish dancing from the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii, and of course the Athletic & Highland Dancing Competitions with visiting athletes and Highland Dancers from around the world.
On the main stage there was music from local bands including Celtic Waves, and James McCarthy from Oahu, and The Kilt Lifters from the Big Island, plus visitors bagpipe rockers Celtica - Pipes Rock! The guitar and bagpipe rockers visited Hawaii for the second time. The band deliver hard-hitting bagpipe tunes with massive percussion, their original compositions, not to mention twirling fire-balls, movie themes on the pipes, and on the mainland, fire-breathing guitars!! - the City & County of Honolulu would not allow it here. www.celticarocks.com.
In the Clan tent you could find out more about your family history, and folks visited The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii, and The Friends of St.Patrick booths. The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii had a booth with tea and great scones, and even haggis !
Running all weekend are the men's and women's Highland Games heavy athletics competition, with braw-looking kilted strong lads and lassies - featuring tossing the caber, throwing the light and heavy hammers, putting the stone, and throwing the weight for height.
Highland Dancers on the beach at Ala Moana
Photo courtesy of Margaret MacInnes
On the main stage there will be music from local bands including Celtic Waves, and James McCarthy from Oahu, and The Kilt Lifters from the Big Island, plus visitors bagpipe rockers Celtica - Pipes Rock! The fire-breathing guitar and bagpipe rockers visit Hawaii for the second time. The band deliver hard-hitting bagpipe tunes with massive percussion, their original compositions, not to mention twirling fire-balls, movie themes on the pipes, and even fire-breathing guitars !! www.celticarocks.com.
Celtica - Pipes Rock, coming to the Honolulu Games.
In the Clan tent you can find out more about your family history, and visit the The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii, and the The Friends of St.Patrick booths. The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii will have a booth with tea and great scones, and even haggis !
More info on the annual event from The Hawaiian Scottish Association at www.scotshawaii.org.
Saturday April 9th - a double bill of Celtic rockers at The Irish Rose Saloon! The fire-breathing guitar and bagpipe rockers Celtica - Pipes Rock and fast folkin' Irish Celtic-rockers The Town Pants, rocked the Irish Rose in Waikiki!
Celtica & The Town Pants at The Irish Rose
Celtica deliver hard-hitting bagpipe tunes with massive percussion, their original compositions, not to mention twirling fire-balls, movie themes on the pipes, and even fire-breathing guitars!! www.celticarocks.com.
The Town Pants from Vancouver will be doing this tour without drums and bass, so it's RAW and Unplugged.....Celtic Rock, Fast Folkin' Irish Rock, folk/punk, banjopunk, Roots Rock Rebel! www.thetownpants.com
Friday April 8th - The Hawaiian Scottish Association Ceilidh was held at The Willows restaurant, 902 Hausten Street in Mo'ili'li, Honolulu, from 5 to 9 pm. Cost is $30 in advance, $35 at the door, and $15 for children under the age of 16. For more nfo & reservations call The Willows at (808) 952-9200.
Thursday, April 7th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii presented their Annual Tribute to Princess Ka`iulani. This yearly sunset Tribute to Princess Victoria Kawekiu Lunalilo Kalaninuiahilapalapa Ka'iulani Cleghorn is at 6-7pm at Mauna ‘Ala, the Royal Mausoleum of Hawaii, in Nuuanu Valley (2261 Nu‘unau Avenue), Honolulu. Princess Ka'iulani (October 16, 1875 – March 6, 1899) was half Hawaiian (her mother being Princess, Miriam Likelike) and half Scottish (her father was entrepreneur, Archibald Cleghorn, last Royal Governor of O'ahu). She was heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Hawaii at the time of the illegal overthrow of the monarchy.
The Highland Dancers from The Margaret Rose School of Dance, often travel from Helensborough, Scotland. Members of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii dance 'The Pikake Lei', written by Bruce McEwan, in honour of Princess Ka'iulani. More details on this annual memorial from The Caledonian Society of Hawaii - Susan MacKinnon at 591-9398, or email susanmack1@mac.com.
Wednesday April 6th - was National Tartan Day in North America. Tartan is commonly known as 'plaid' in America.
We hope you all joined us in wearing an item of tartan material that day to remember our heritage. The contribution of the immigrant Scots upon North America is considerable and throughout Canada
and America Scots and their descendants have taken the anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath (1320) as their national date to celebrate their Scottish roots.
The full story of the Hawaii Tartan, created by Douglas Herring on Oahu in September 1997, can be read on our Hawaii Tartan page. As well as the previously available made-to-measure Scottish wool Kilts, it is now available in a lightweight blend in Sashes, Shawls, Fly Plaids, Head Wraps, and Sport Kilts - you can find these items in our "Online Store".
Tuesday April 5th - Hamish Burgess had an Hawaiian Scottish Festival Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Featuring Hawaiian & Celtic songs about Hawaii, and festival headliners Celtica - Pipes Rock. Also a feature on The Town Pants, playing at the Irish Pubs in Honolulu now until April 14th.
Sunday April 3rd - The Friends of St.Patrick and the The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held their annual Blue Shamrock The Kilted Classic Golf Tournament at Pearl Country Club, 98-535 Kaonohi Street, Aiea, HI. Tournament entry is $175 per player & includes:
* Green fee, Golf cart, Tournament logo golf hat and 6-pack soft sided cooler bag, Gift bag, Continental breakfast, Box lunch, Dinner buffet, Complimentary beverages and snacks on the course, and Whisky tasting after the round. Everyone wins a prize! Contests include:
* Putting event, Four closest-to-the-pin contests, Long drive contest, Four hole-in-one prizes (including the Grand Prize of a trip for two golfers and two guests to Scotland with rounds of golf at St Andrews), Raffle prizes, Silent auction, and Best kilted golfer. The tournament format will be individual scores using the Peoria scoring system.
Kilts encouraged, otherwise, golf attire. Registration begins at 9:45am. Putting event begins at 10:30am. Tee times begin at 11:30am. For more tournament information go to: http://fosphawaii.ning.com/events/kilted-classic-golf-tournament. The deadline for entry is March 28th. Contact Kelly Griffith, SASH/FOSP Kilted Classic Golf Chairman at kiltedclassic@icloud.com, or call (808) 372-1941.
Sunday April 3rd - Hamish Burgess had an Hawaiian Scottish Festival Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Featuring Hawaiian & Celtic songs about Hawaii, and festival headliners Celtica - Pipes Rock. Also a feature on The Town Pants, playing at the Irish Pubs in Honolulu now until April 14th.
Hawaiian Scottish Festival on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday April 3rd - Hamish Burgess had an Hawaiian Scottish Festival Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Featuring Hawaiian & Celtic songs about Hawaii, and festival headliners Celtica - Pipes Rock. Also a feature on The Town Pants, playing at the Irish Pubs in Honolulu now until April 14th.
March 31st-April 14th - Celtic rockers from Vancouver, The Town Pants, were rocking the Honolulu Irish Pubs! They did this tour without drums and bass, so it was The Town Pants RAW and Unplugged.....Celtic Rock, Fast Folkin' Irish Rock, folk/punk, banjopunk, Roots Rock Rebel!
With a decade's worth of headlining roots and Celtic festivals to selling out nights at rock venues, The Town Pants own brand of celtic roots rock rebel spans five albums so far, and backed up with and a legendary live show that's garnered them fans internationally from Ottawa to Oslo. Rarely does a band have this combination of passion, energy animation and spirit that makes for some of the most imaginative songwriting you'll find in the genre.
The Town Pants played the Honolulu Irish Pubs
Tuesday March 29th - Hamish Burgess had an Easter Special and Easter Rising 1916 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. 1st hour Celtic music and traditions of Easter, named after an Anglo-Saxon goddess. 2nd hour Irish patriotic songs of the Easter Rising 1916, on the 100th anniversary (although it was a few weeks later in 1916).
Sunday March 27th - Hamish Burgess had an Easter Special and Easter Rising 1916 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. 1st hour Celtic music and traditions of Easter, named after an Anglo-Saxon goddess. 2nd hour Irish patriotic songs of the Easter Rising 1916, on the 100th anniversary (although it was a few weeks later in 1916).
Sunday March 27th - Hamish Burgess had an Easter Special and Easter Rising 1916 on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). 1st hour Celtic music and traditions of Easter, named after an Anglo-Saxon goddess. 2nd hour Irish patriotic songs of the Easter Rising 1916, on the 100th anniversary (although it was a few weeks later in 1916).
Tuesday March 22nd - Hamish Burgess had Irish Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Still celebrating St.Patrick's Day (March 17th) with Irish songs & trad music, and songs about Eire or Ireland.
Sunday March 20th - Hamish Burgess had an Irish Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Still celebrating St.Patrick's Day (March 17th) with Irish songs & trad music, and songs about Eire or Ireland.
Sunday March 20th - Hamish Burgess had Irish Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Still celebrating St.Patrick's Day (March 17th) with Irish songs & trad music, and songs about Eire or Ireland.
Saturday March 19th - over in Hawaii, the 3rd Annual Hilo St Patrick's Parade was held in Hilo at 4pm. They also had festivities and contests on St Patrick's Day (Thurs 17th) and Friday 18th.
They always need volunteers, support, donations and marchers. They held a Volunteer/ Info meeting January 30th, 5pm at Hilo Town Tavern (168 Keawe St, Hilo, Hawaii 96720). If you are a business, organization or group that would like to march, donate or participate in any way, please contact Sean Wailin O'Phelan at 808-854-3443 or ophelansean@gmail.com.
Friday March 18th - on the Big Island, folks saw Hilo's first ever Irish Pub Crawl. Starting 6pm around Hilo, Hawaii. A night of food and drink, including non-alcoholic stops at local businesses around town in a very Irish fashion...
Thursday March 17th - was ST.PATRICK'S DAY ON MAUI !!
SOUTH MAUI had the biggest bash starting at noon with the annual St. Paddy's Day Party at Mulligan's on the Blue in Wailea. The craic was mighty at our local Irish Pub!
The fun started at noon-3pm with the Glen Innes Session Band. There was a Best Hat contest, Best Leprechaun contest, and much more! Call 874-1131 for more details, or visit www.mulligansontheblue.com.
UPCOUNTRY MAUI - there was a Let's Get Lucky party at Casanovas in Makawao, at 9:30 PM. Celebrating St Patricks Night with Music, Dancing, Drink Specials and more! The Celtic content was bagpiping by Roger McKinley. Plus Dj's: TRVR - Trevor Pechi. SNWLPRD - Malaika Wanag, Joshua Andrews, Jon Mon. Lobstah - Jared Szakmary. Visuals By - Professor Light W A V & David Kupferberg Photo + Video. Face Painting By Rachel Deboer.
Thursday March 17th - on St. Patrick's Day Folks saw the Big Island's own The Kilt Lifters at the Daylight Mind Coffee Company in Kailua-Kona from 3-5pm. St. Patrick's Day Happy Hour with the The Kilt Lifters! An eclectic blend of traditional Celtic Folk Music with a Rock and Roll twist, The Kilt Lifters, based in Kona, offers a unique music experience. Featuring Chris Carr on flute, guitar and vocals, and Mark Caudill on violin, with special guest Sam Woldenberg on percussion.
The Kilt Lifters in Kailua-Kona on St.Patrick's Day
Thursday March 17th - was ST.PATRICK'S DAY ON OAHU !!
The Friends of St.Patrick held their annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade. through Waikiki. Free to participate. Irish bloodline not required--everyone is Irish on St. Paddy's Day! Meet on Kalakaua by Fort DeRussy (just before Saratoga Rd) by 11:00am. Step-off is at NOON sharp. Wear green and/or kilts, comfortable shoes, hat, & sunblock. The route is approximately one mile. For those who would like to participate but can't walk it, Parade Chairman Nelson Lampert (kerlampert@aol.com) is organizing rides in participating convertibles. You may bring candy, beads, etc. to hand out to the crowd if you wish (no throwing of objects to the crowd).
No alcohol. No need to RSVP. Just show up if you can. Bring friends/family--the parade is a family-friendly event. Afterparty at Kelley O'Neil's, then Murphy's Street Party Downtown in the evening. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
St.Patrick's Day Parade in Honolulu, Hawaii
Photo courtesy Reed Gillmor Bowman
Meanwhile downtown.....the annual Honolulu St. Patrick's Day Block Party is getting going - the biggest Hawaii Irish bash and the last place on the planet (this side of the dateline) to celebrate St.Patrick's Day ! Every year Murphy's Bar and Grill sponsors a FREE all afternoon/evening block party in downtown Honolulu's Irish Corner at Nuuanu Avenue and Merchant Street - www.gomurphys.com. Always a blast the block party starts around 5:30pm when the Streets are closed on Nuuanu, Merchant and Marin Lanes. Live music includes the Doolin Rakes on the streets. Live Music, great food, clothing and fun pervades the streets. There is a full day of Irish Music at O’Toole’s “the Party within the Party”, starting at 1pm. The Street party should run until 11pm.
O’Toole’s Irish Pub, Kelley O’Neil’s and the Irish Rose Saloon has Irish music throughout the week of St Patrick’s. Full calendar at http://www.irishpubhawaii.com/
Monday March 14th - there was A Celtic Celebration with members of Upcountry Celtic at Makawao Public Library at 6.30pm. Members of Upcounrty Celtic band Tropical Harps will play Celtic tunes, with harps, guitar, conertina and whistles. Storyteller Ann Nehaya Walsh will present a re-telling of the Old Irish belief of the capture of the Wisest of Creatures, featuring the Goddess Bridget, a massive She-Salmon, and the rise of the gianrt Finn McCool. More info 808-573-8785.
Sunday March 13th - Hamish Burgess had a St.Patrick's Day Irish music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Celebrating St.Patrick's Day (March 17th) with Irish songs & trad music, and songs and traditions about St.Patrick.
'ST.PATRICK' © Hamish Burgess 2012
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page.
Sunday March 13th - Hamish Burgess had a St.Patrick's Day Irish music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Celebrating St.Patrick's Day (March 17th) with Irish songs & trad music, and songs and traditions about St.Patrick.
Saturday March 12th - over on Oahu, The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held their Annual General Meeting from 11:30am to 2:00pm, in the Van Holt Room of Saint Andrew’s Cathedral, 229 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu HI 96813. The meeting & luncheon included pizza, salads, cake, whiskey, wine, water, lemonade and a lecture on the Hawaiian crown jewels by SASH President Brenda Reichel, GG, GIA, AGA. There was a raffle of various wines, with the grand prize being a $100 bottle of Clos du Val. After lunch, SASH members elected new Board Members and chose SASH's charities for the coming fiscal year. More details contact SASH Secretary Carol Anne Gordon cagordon22@gmail.com or (808) 203-3399.
March 10th - on Oahu, Irish supergroup Lunasa With Tim O'Brien played at the Hawaii Theatre in Honolulu. Lúnasa, described by the Associated Press as “the hottest Irish acoustic group on the planet,” joined forces with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and instrumentalist, Tim O’Brien, in a rich and exciting concert of trans-Atlantic collaboration. Lúnasa features all-Ireland champions like fiddler Sean Smyth and other world-class players, including veterans of The Waterboys and Donal Lunny’s Coolfin. O’Brien’s songs have been recorded by the likes of Garth Brooks, the Dixie Chicks, and other Nashville heavyweights. Together they explore the rich and exciting connection between Appalachian music and its updated Irish ancestry. More on the band at www.lunasa.ie.
March 9th, 2016 - Irish supergroup Lunasa With Tim O'Brien played at the Performing Arts Center, University of Hawaii in Hilo.
Lúnasa, described by the Associated Press as “the hottest Irish acoustic group on the planet,” joins forces with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and instrumentalist, Tim O’Brien, in a rich and exciting concert of trans-Atlantic collaboration. Lúnasa features all-Ireland champions like fiddler Sean Smyth and other world-class players, including veterans of The Waterboys and Donal Lunny’s Coolfin. O’Brien’s songs have been recorded by the likes of Garth Brooks, the Dixie Chicks, and other Nashville heavyweights. Together they explore the rich and exciting connection between Appalachian music and its updated Irish ancestry. More on the band at www.lunasa.ie.
March 8th, 2016 - Irish supergroup Lunasa With Tim O'Brien played at the Kahilu Theatre in Waimea, Big Island.
Tuesday March 8th - Hamish Burgess had Cornish Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Celebrating St.Piran's Day (March 5th) with Cornish songs & trad music, and songs about Kernow or Cornwall.
Sunday March 6th - Hamish Burgess had a Cornish Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Celebrating St.Piran's Day (March 5th) with Cornish songs & trad music, and songs about Kernow or Cornwall.
Sunday March 6th - Hamish Burgess had Cornish Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. He was celebrating St.Piran's Day (March 5th) with Cornish songs & trad music, and songs about Kernow or Cornwall.
Saturday March 5th - Irish supergroup Lunasa With Tim O'Brien will play at the McCoy Studio Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center at 7:30 PM.
Lúnasa, described by the Associated Press as “the hottest Irish acoustic group on the planet,” joins forces with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and instrumentalist, Tim O’Brien, in a rich and exciting concert of trans-Atlantic collaboration. Lúnasa features all-Ireland champions like fiddler Sean Smyth and other world-class players, including veterans of The Waterboys and Donal Lunny’s Coolfin. O’Brien’s songs have been recorded by the likes of Garth Brooks, the Dixie Chicks, and other Nashville heavyweights. Together they explore the rich and exciting connection between Appalachian music and its updated Irish ancestry. Tickets: $35 (plus fees), on sale to MACC members only Sat Nov 14th, and to the general public Sat Nov 21st. More info www.mauiarts.org/lunasa. More on the band at www.lunasa.ie.
Saturday March 5th - over on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick held their annual Emerald Ball, 5-10 pm at the Japanese Cultural Center, Manoa Grand Ballroom (2454 South Beretania, Honolulu, HI 96826).
The annual Emerald Ball in Honolulu
This non-formal annual ball is the key gathering of the Irish Community in Hawaii. The dinner event encourages Celtic dress, Aloha attire, or the opportunity to dress up. MC James McCarthy directed the evening’s festivities. Entertainment was provided by James McCarthy, the Celtic Waves, Helen Loftus, Hawaii Irish Dance, and the Celtic Pipes & Drums of Hawaii. There was also a silent auction for a chance to win some nice Irish/Celtic items.
The highlight of the evening was the presentation of this year’s Irish Person of the Year Award to Jay Niebuhr. Emerald Ball itinerary:
- 5:00 pm - Cocktails/Pupus - 6:00 pm - Evening Program began with FOSP Board Introductions (led in by Celtic Pipes & Drums of Hawaii) - 6:30 pm - Toasts, Blessing, and Dinner (accompanied by Irish harpist Helen Loftus) - 7:30 pm - Entertainment began - 8:00 pm - Introduction of Irish Person of the Year - 10:00 pm - Ball concluded.
Tuesday March 1st - was St.David's Day, the National holiday of Wales, so Hamish Burgess had Welsh Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. He was celebrating St.David's Day with Welsh songs & trad music, and songs about Cymru or Wales.
Sunday Feb 28th - Hamish Burgess had Welsh Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. He was celebrating St.David's Day (March 1st) with Welsh songs & trad music, and songs about Cymru or Wales.
Sunday Feb 28th - Hamish Burgess had Welsh Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. He was celebrating St.David's Day (March 1st) with Welsh songs & trad music, and songs about Cymru or Wales.
Saturday February 27th - on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held Great Scots & Great Soup! at 5pm at St.Clement's Episcopal Parish Hall, 1515 Wilder Ave., Honolulu (Makiki).
What do Robert the Bruce, David Hume, Alexander Graham Bell, J.K. Rowling, Eric Liddell, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle all have in common? They are all famous Scots, and the Society would like to know more about them or about other Scots in history and today. Pots of great soup were made by some of their wonderful member chefs. Folks brought potluck pupus, bread, veggie dish or dessert, and BYOB or whisky! Some members impersonated and talked about the life of a Great Scot without naming him or her, and the rest of the group guessed who each one was.
Call Jeannie Ferrier at 808-593-0966 for more info.
Tuesday Feb 23rd - Hamish Burgess had music from his travels in Ontario on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Interview from Natalie MacMaster, and tracks from "One", her new album with Donnell Leahy. Also interview with Blues and Roots Radio's own Stevie Connor, and local Ontario musicians.
Sunday February 21st - there was an Irish Sacred Sites Presentation by Nancy Lee-Evans, at 7pm at the Temple of Peace, 575 Haiku Rd., Haiku. Celtic scholar, healer and tour guide Nancy Lee-Evans shared the Celtic heritage and spiritual practices that make a visit to ancient sacred places come alive. Free admission.
Sunday Feb 21st - Hamish Burgess had all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Including a World Exclusive track from The Irish Rovers new double CD '50th Anniversary - Live on St.Patrick's Day', and unreleased Gaelica from Venezuela.
Sunday Feb 21st - Hamish Burgess had all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Including a World Exclusive track from The Irish Rovers new double CD '50th Anniversary - Live on St.Patrick's Day', and unreleased Gaelica from Venezuela.
Tuesday Feb 16th - Hamish Burgess had a Valentine's Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs, tunes and traditions of St.Valentine, the patron saint of lovers. Not all slow love songs - some of these rocked, Celtic style!
February 12th-14th - over on Oahu, The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii held their Aloha Winter Weekend - Scottish Country Dancing classes, social dances and a ceilidh. Guest instructor was Linda Henderson from the Bay Area, and live music by the Humuhumunukunukuapua’a and Strathspey Society Band. More information at www.rscdshawaii.org.
Sunday February 14th - on Oahu The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii held a Ceilidh at Treetops Restaurant at Paradise Park, Manoa Valley. 5:30-9:00 pm. This ceilidh was the final event of their annual Aloha Winter Weekend of Scottish Country Dancing. Non-dancers were welcome at the Ceilidh, and folks could be an active, or less active participant, as they wished.
There was a buffet dinner followed by ceilidh acts and Scottish ceilidh dancing.
No-host bar throughout the evening. For more info contact Melissa Lindsay at 808-256-3347 or mlindsay@hawaii.rr.com.
Sunday Feb 14th - Hamish Burgess had a Valentine's Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs, tunes and traditions of St.Valentine, the patron saint of lovers. Not all slow love songs - some of these rocked, Celtic style!
'ROSS-SHIRE ROSE' Hilton of Cadboll Stone © Hamish Burgess 2009
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page
Sunday Feb 14th - Hamish Burgess had a Valentine's Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Songs, tunes and traditions of St.Valentine, the patron saint of lovers. Not all slow love songs - some of these rocked, Celtic style!
Tuesday Feb 9th - Hamish Burgess had a Rogue Folk Club (Vancouver) special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. With artists who have played at the Vancouver venue over the last year, and interview from artistic director Steve Edge. Also an extensive interview with Oysterband's John Jones, and music from the UK folk rockers.
Sunday Feb 7th - Hamish Burgess had special guest Mike Katz of the Battlefield Band picking and introducing all the music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Mike, long-time bagpiper with Battlefield Band, plays bands that influenced his career, and his personal likes. The 3rd in a series of celebrity hosts.
Hamish: "More great picks by a very knowledgeable musician, with some tracks that I had never heard before. A good look at the Edinburgh scene where Mike found his career, and made his home."
Mike Katz and Hamish Burgess in California recording the show
February 4th-7th - the Isle of Maui Pipe Band presented the 11th Jack Lee Maui Piping Workshop. Pipe Sergeant of Simon Fraser University Pipe Band, Jack Lee was back on Maui for another great bagpipe workshop in February - 4 days of world-class instruction, 9:00am–4:00pm. The location was in beautiful Kula, Upcountry Maui. With local pipers welcoming familiar Oahu pipers, and mainland pipers escaping the cold, there was a fun, relaxed educational experience with one of the world's best bagpipers. Experience and ability of all kinds were welcome. Tuition cost $300. More info www.isleofmauipipeband.com
11th Jack Lee Maui Piping Workshop
For info on Jack please visit: www.leeandsonsbagpipes.com or www.sfupb.com.
More info contact Pipe Major Allison Jackson of the Isle of Maui Pipe Band at 808-268-1295, or email jacksonmaui@gmail.com. Accommodation info Cary Ritt at www.mauivacationadvisors.com.
January and February - Scottish solo performer Bill Mullen played on Oahu. With a wide range of Irish and Scottish songs he appeared at Kelley O'Neils' and O'Toole's in January and February. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday Jan 26th - Bill Mullen played at Kelley O'Neils' in Waikiki. 5-8pm.
Friday Jan 29th - Bill Mullen played at Kelley O'Neils' in Waikiki. 5-8pm.
Monday Feb 1st - Bill Mullen played at O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu. 9pm-1.30am.
Tues Feb 2nd - Bill Mullen played at O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu. 9pm-1.30am.
Bill Mullen playing Honolulu in Jan/Feb
Tuesday Feb 1st & 2nd - Imbolc and Brigid's Day greetings to you all!
Sunday Feb 2nd - Hamish had Geoffrey Kelly picking and introducing all the Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Geoff, a founder of Spirit of the West, member of The Paperboys, and The Irish Rovers, plays bands that influenced his career, and his personal likes. Hamish: "Some great picks by one of the most knowledgeable musicians I know - on many genres - some tracks that I had never heard before. Geoff loves his music!"
Tuesday Feb 2nd - Hamish Burgess had an Imbolc special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Perfect timing as the show fell on Brigid's Day and Groundhog Day. Traditions of the ancient springtime, the Goddess Brigid, modern counterpart St.Brigit, and the forerunner of Groundhog Day. More below....
Sunday January 31st - Hamish Burgess had an Imbolc Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com.
Songs and traditions of the ancient Celtic festival of IMBOLC, which is on the eve of February 1st, marking the beginning
of Spring, associated with the goddess Brighid, Brigit, or Bride, divinity of healing
and childbirth, smithcraft and the hearth. Brighid is an important link between
the Old Ways and the Celtic Christian church, and the hearth tradition continued
in the form of St. Brigit of Kildare, who founded a monastery there, where a sacred
flame, tended by nuns, burnt continuously from the 5th century until the Reformation,
hundreds of years later. In Ireland, her tradition continues at Imbolc time to
this day, with woven wicker-work crosses, "Brigit's Crosses", being hung by
doorways. The day is also the forerunner of Groundhog Day. More details on our Gallery page.
“IMBOLC” © Hamish Burgess 2011
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page
Sunday January 31st - Hamish had an Imbolc special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Songs and traditions of the ancient Celtic festival of IMBOLC, which is on the eve of February 1st, marking the beginning of Spring, associated with the goddess Brighid, Brigit, or Bride, divinity of healing and childbirth, smithcraft and the hearth.
Sat Jan 30th - over on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held their Annual Robert Burns Night - this year SINGING BURNS, at the Oahu Country Club, 5:00 to 10:00 PM.
The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii marched in off the golf course before dinner, including haggis of course. Entertainment included Burns songs performed by Simon Crookall and Stephen Strugnell, professional musicians with the Hawaii Opera Theatre and Chamber Music Hawaii respectively. Kelly Griffith gave the 'Toast to the Lasses', and Nancy Smiley gave the 'Reply from the Lasses'. Stuart Donachie, this year's new 'Scot of the Year' gave the 'Address to the Haggis', and MC Keoki Kerr, was presented the White Heather Award for Investigative Journalism.
Tuesday Jan 26th - Hamish Burgess had a Robert Burns special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Words from Scotland's national poet set to Celtic music.
Monday Jan 25th - was ROBERT BURNS NIGHT ON MAUI. Maui folks and visitors joined Scots worldwide by celebrating the famous Scottish poet's 257th birthday! Maui Celtic and Mulligan's on the Blue presented their 12th annual Robert Burns Night at Mulligans on the Blue in Wailea.
Dinner seating started at 5.30pm and the festivities started just after 6pm. The $15 cover included a tasting of Scotch, Haggis, Neeps & Tatties. MCs for the night were Bud Clark and Hamish Burgess, who also ceremoniously piped in the Haggis, and laterv there was Celtic music from Maui's newest traditional band the Glen Innes Session Band.
Robert Burns Night at Mulligans on the Blue in Wailea
Burns history came from Scottish history professor Dr.Dubhan Clark and of course Burns poetry including the 'Selkirk Grace' and the 'Address to the Haggis' read by Sandy and Kenneth from Scotland. Whisky toasts abounded, and then Celtic music from Maui's newest traditional band the Glen Innes Session Band - Kristin Sherwood on fiddle, Kieran Clark on vocals & guitar, Dubhan “Bud” Clark on bodhran and whistles, and Peter Della Croce on ukulele & guitar - guest musicians included Sherwood's sister, as well as Rona. Young piper Innes Asher played for his younger sister Iona Asher, to perfom the Highland Fling, and mum Marianne Asher sings Gaelic duet with daughter Iona. The whole pub sang the Burns classic 'Auld Lang Syne', with Hamish encouraging the traditional swinging of joined hands with crossed arms for the whole room!
A grand night of Burns traditions, and Celtic music.
Sunday January 24th - Hamish Burgess had a Robert Burns Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. 100% Burns! - the life of the Scottish poet and song-collector, with some famous and some unusual Burns compositions set to Celtic music.
Robert Burns Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show
Sunday January 24th - Hamish had a Robert Burns special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Words from Scotland's national poet set to Celtic music.
Wednesday Jan 20th - in Honolulu, The Friends of St.Patrick held a Whiskey Tasting at O'Toole's Celtic Room, behind O'Toole's Pub in Downtown Honolulu. Featured Whiskies:
Irish: Paddy's, Redbreast 12yr Cask Strength. Scotch: Glenlivet 12, Glenlivet 16 Nadurra Oloroso. American: JP Wiser Rye, Pike Creek. More info whiskey@irishpubhawaii.com or call 521-4712.
Tuesday Jan 19th - Hamish Burgess featured Battlefield Band and Knacker's Yard on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. New Celtic music with tracks from the new Battlefield Band album 'Beg and Borrow', and an exclusive on Knacker's Yard from Victoria BC, with an extensive interview with Wolf Edwards, and music from their new album 'Live at Dunsterville'.
Knacker's Yard from Victoria BC
Sunday January 17th - Hamish Burgess had special guest co-host Geoffrey Kelly picking and introducing all the Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Geoff, a founder of Spirit of the West, member of The Paperboys, and The Irish Rovers, played bands that influenced his career, and his personal likes.
Hamish: "Some great picks by one of the most knowledgeable musicians I know - on many genres - some tracks that I had never heard before. Geoff loves his music!"
Geoffrey Kelly co-hosted the Maui Celtic Radio Show with Hamish Burgess
Sunday January 17th - Hamish featured Boston area trad hotspot The Burren (Somerville, MA), as well as new Celtic music, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. 1st hour, music from The Burren's Tommy Mccarthy & Louise Costello, and from the Burren Backroom Series, (event hosted by Brian O'Donovan of A Celtic Sojourn on WGBH radio in Boston), the CD featuring great traditional artists, from the first three years of concerts. www.burren.com. Thanks to Maui musician James "Hutch" Hutchinson for the hook-up.
Tuesday January 12th - Hamish Burgess had a special co-host George Millar of the Irish Rovers picking and intoducing the songs on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. Bands that influenced his career (Irish and Scottish), and younger artists he likes. Hamish: "I learnt a few things from George this week about the history of Celtic music! Some great tracks that I had never heard before."
Saturday Jan 16th - over on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick held their Cead Mile Failte (Annual Welcoming Meeting) in the Celtic Room of O’Toole’s Irish Pub around 3:30 pm. The first meeting of the year welcomed all members and honored new members of the past year 2015 as well as Lifetime members. "It is our annual 100,000 welcomes - the first meeting of the new year when our President, Tim Dunne, first welcomes us all into 2016 then reports on our scholarship and benevolence programs, and then details all that is planned for this historic year. Spoiler alert: Besides being the 100th anniversary of the Easter Rising in Dublin, this year will also be the first year that we, the Friends of St. Patrick Hawaii, host the National Summit Meeting of the Friendly Sons of St Patrick." It was follwed by the Guinness Toast & Joke Contest.
More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Sunday January 10th - Hamish Burgess featured Boston area trad hotspot The Burren (Somerville, MA), as well as new Celtic music, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. 1st hour, music from The Burren's Tommy Mccarthy & Louise Costello, and from the Burren Backroom Series, (event hosted by Brian O'Donovan of A Celtic Sojourn on WGBH radio in Boston), the CD featuring great traditional artists, from the first three years of concerts. www.burren.com. Thanks to Maui musician James "Hutch" Hutchinson for the hook-up.
Sunday January 10th - Hamish Burgess had music from his travels in Ontario on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Interview from Natalie MacMaster, and tracks from "One", her new album with Donnell Leahy. Also interview with Blues and Roots Radio's own Stevie Connor, and local Ontario musicians.
Tuesday January 5th - Hamish Burgess had a double Tribute show to his friend wave-riding DJ Larry Sarner and brilliant songwriter Andy M. Stewart on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday January 3rd 2016 - Hamish Burgess had a double Tribute show to his friend wave-riding DJ Larry Sarner and brilliant songwriter Andy M. Stewart on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. 1st hour songs in memory of Larry, 2nd hour the amazing voice of Andy M. Stewart, with songs from his career with Silly Wizard, and beyond. Condolences the families of both good men.....Aloha 'Oe gents.
Tribute to brilliant songwriter Andy M. Stewart, and DJ Larry Sarner (right)
Sunday January 3rd 2016 - Hamish Burgess had a double Tribute show to his friend wave-riding DJ Larry Sarner and brilliant songwriter Andy M. Stewart on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on the Maui airwaves 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station.
January 1st, 2016 - The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii had a Hogmanay Hair o' the Dog Brunch and Single-Malt Scotch Tasting at Kincaid's, at Ward Warehouse, at 11:30 am.
Folks helped them ring in the New Year! Lunch was dutch-treat, and everyone was welcome.
Contact Carol Anne Gordon to questions: (808) 203-3399 or cagordon22@gmail.com.
2015
Tuesday Dec 29th - Hamish Burgess had a Boxing Day/Wren Day & St.Stephen's Day/Hogmanay & New Year special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Celtic songs, tunes and traditions of Boxing Day, St.Stephens or Wren Day, and Hogmanay or New Year.
Sunday December 27th - Hamish had a Boxing Day/Wren Day & St.Stephen's Day/Hogmanay & New Year special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, on the Maui airwaves 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). It was followed an hour later by another streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Celtic songs, tunes and traditions of Boxing Day, St.Stephens or Wren Day, and Hogmanay or New Year.
Sat Dec 26th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held their Pre-Hogmanay Ceilidh, in the Penthouse at 1001 Wilder Avenue, Honolulu, starting at 4:30 pm.
Hosted by Elspeth Kerr, the 2015 Scot of the Year, it has become a popular tradition in the holiday season with games and puzzles and entertaining contributions by the party goers themselves. Folks brought a joke or a song or something to perform, and this last party of their 50th year also featured a pictorial look back at the Society events of 2015. New to the ceilidh this year was a potluck supper at 5:30 pm, and they provided punch, tea, and coffee, with BYOB if folks wanted to share something stronger. More info Jeannie Ferrier at 593-0966.
Wed Dec 23rd - the Glen Innes Session Band played a Celtic Christmas Dinner Show at Mulligans On The Blue in Wailea - 6pm. Maui's newest Celtic group.....
'Tis the Season to listen and dance! The Glen Innes Session Band is adding some Christmastime favorites into their sets, and are excited to announce the beginning of their 2015 Christmas Series of performances! Please help to spread the word and invite everyone to join them for some musical adventures - Celtic style! This troupe of traditional musicians, with its emphasis on rhythm and melody, perform their own particular brand of traditional Irish, Scottish, Cape Breton, and French-Canadian tunes played on fiddle and whistle backed up by guitar, ukulele and bodhran.
The core of the Glen Innes Session Band is Kristin Sherwood ~ fiddle, Kieran Clark ~ vocals, guitar, ukulele, Dubhan “Bud” Clark ~ bodhran and whistles, and Peter Della Croce ~ ukulele and guitar. More info call 808.280.2437 or email Pete at petesdrum@aol.com.
www.facebook.com/GlenInnesMaui
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbLrkoZPzfzRz2gEpWnAwMWjguHR23D2T
Tuesday Dec 22nd - Hamish Burgess had a Solstice/Christmas special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
Sunday December 20th - Hamish Burgess had a Solstice/Christmas special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
'IRISH ROVERS YULE TREE' © Hamish Burgess 2011
The show will be online Sundays - local time for the winter 11am-1pm (Hawaii), and mainland 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 5-7pm, Newfoundland 5.30-7.30pm, and 8-10pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 9-11pm. Chat live with Hamish during the show on Facebook - be a friend at Hamish Douglas Burgess, or be a fan of The Maui Celtic Show. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
The show repeats on Mondays 10am-12pm EST, and Fridays 11.30am -1.30pm EST on Blues & Roots Radio.
Sunday December 20th - Hamish had a Solstice/Christmas special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. This week with songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
Wednesday December 16th - over on Oahu, The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii performed at Honolulu Hale as part of the Honolulu City Lights festivities.
Tuesday Dec 15th - Hamish Burgess had a Yuletide/Christmas special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
The show is online Tuesdays - local time for the winter 1-3am (Hawaii), and mainland 3-5am US/Canada West coast, 4-6am Mountain time, 5-7am Central time, 6-8am Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 7-9am, Newfoundland 7.30-9.30am, and 11am - 1pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 12-2pm. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sun Dec 13th - on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick held their Annual Christmas Party 4-8pm at Freguson's Irish Pub, Downtown Honolulu (729 Bishop Street). Membership not required - everyone is welcome! The first drin kwas on FOSP. Kilts/Celtic attire were encouraged to the potluck – folks brought dishes to share, as well as unwrapped toys for children, with gifts donated to Kapiolani Women and Children's Hospital.
More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Sunday December 13th - Hamish Burgess had a Yuletide/Christmas special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
'IRISH ROVERS MERRY MERRY TIME OF YEAR' © Hamish Burgess 2011
Sunday December 13th - Hamish had a Yuletide/Christmas special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. This week with Songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
Mahalo to all at Akaku Maui Community Media, Shaggy Jenkins and Joel Agnew, and thanks to underwriters The Irish Rovers and Maui Celtic. www.akaku.org/kaku-fm/.
Friday Dec 11th - over on Oahu, there was a Celtic Journey featuring a Tribute to Irish Rockers Thin Lizzy: Celebrating Celtic Culture through music, art, dance, storytelling, and poetry, at Anna O’Brien’s (2440 S. Beretania St., Honolulu), from 7pm to Midnight.
Folks joined Hawaii Irish Dance, members of Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii, Storyteller James McCarthy, and local artists and musicians in a yuletide gathering to celebrate Celtic legacy in modern culture. They explored the Celtic influence in American Roots music with Discord & Rye’s bluegrass and Appalachian tunes. Local favorite rockers Elephant compiled a set of modern Irish Rock (think of bands from U2 and Elvis Costello to Flogging Molly and Dropkick Murphys!) and the bands were joined by Hawaii Irish Dance, led by Nicole Wilder. The evening featured an all-Thin Lizzy set to honor an Irish Celtic rock legends heavily influenced by traditions of Celtic poetry, mythology, and ballad. Highlights of the evening included a tribute to the modern Seanachie with Storyteller James McCarthy and a Gaelic poetry reading by scholar David Reid.
Hawaii Irish Dance hosted an Irish Baked Goods sale, and there was a Yuletide gift sale featuring Bladesmith/Armorer C.R. GreyWolf, Celtic Fine Art Cards by Tara Donohoe, and Mona Manzano's Aloha Roundies.
Please contact Shenanigators Cathy Lowenberg cathymalia@gmail.com or Nancy Smiley SASHawaii@icloud.com for more details.
Tuesday December 8th - all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Including tracks from The Irish Rovers new kids album 'Songs for the Wee Folk'. Thanks to our underwriters The Irish Rovers and Maui Celtic.
'WEE FOLK CONCERT' © Hamish Burgess 2015
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page
Wed Dec 9th - the Glen Innes Session Band played a Celtic Christmas Dinner Show at Mulligans On The Blue in Wailea - 6pm. More on the band below.....
Sunday December 6th - Music from Hamish's travels in Ontario on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com, with interview from Natalie MacMaster, and tracks from "One", her new album with Donnell Leahy. Also interview with Blues and Roots Radio's own Stevie Connor, and local Ontario musicians.
Sunday December 6th - Hamish Burgess had Maui musician James "Hutch" Hutchinson ( bass player for Bonnie Raitt band) picking and introducing all the Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Showon the Maui airwaves 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Celtic songs and artists that influenced Hutch, and his stories from hanging & playing music with some of the best Celtic artists in the world.
Sat Dec 5th - Maui's newest Celtic group, the Glen Innes Session Band played at the Haleakala Waldorf School Holiday Faire in Kula - on the main stage at 2:35pm. More on the band below.....
Tuesday Dec 1st - Hamish Burgess had a St.Andrew's Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Lots of Scottish music, with traditions and songs about Scotland's patron saint.
Monday Nov 30th - over on Oahu, The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held its annual Kirkin of the Tartans at St. Andrew's Cathedral (229 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu) at 5:30 pm.
A church service with eucharist started at 5:30pm in the cathedral. Folks could wear their kilts or bring a swatch of tartan to have it blessed. A complimentary dinner followed the service in the Von Holt Room. There was also Scottish dancing, bagpipes, raffle, door prizes, party favors, & more! Following dinner, they had the investiture of new members, during which they received their Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii Orders and Sash.
This event was free and open to the public. SASH appreciates your donations of nonperishable food and/or gently used clothing/housewares for Father Rubie’s Celtic House. More info www.saintandrewsocietyofhawaii.com or call/text Nancy (808) 371-0819.
Sunday November 29th - Maui's newest Celtic group, the Glen Innes Session Band played at a Contra Dance at Hannibal Tavares Community Center in Pukalani - 5-8pm.
'Tis the Season to listen and dance! The Glen Innes Session Band added some Christmastime favorites into their sets, and are excited to announce the beginning of their 2015 Christmas Series of performances! Please help to spread the word and invite everyone to join them for some musical adventures - Celtic style! This troupe of traditional musicians, with its emphasis on rhythm and melody, perform their own particular brand of traditional Irish, Scottish, Cape Breton, and French-Canadian tunes played on fiddle and whistle backed up by guitar, ukulele and bodhran.
The core of the Glen Innes Session Band is Kristin Sherwood ~ fiddle, Kieran Clark ~ vocals, guitar, ukulele, Dubhan “Bud” Clark ~ bodhran and whistles, and Peter Della Croce ~ ukulele and guitar. More info call 808.280.2437 or email Pete at petesdrum@aol.com.
www.facebook.com/GlenInnesMaui
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbLrkoZPzfzRz2gEpWnAwMWjguHR23D2T
Friday November 27th - Maui's newest Celtic group, the Glen Innes Session Band played at St. John's Church in Keokea for their community dinner. A fun first outing for the band, and a wonderful time was had by all! More info call 808.280.2437 or email Pete at petesdrum@aol.com.
www.facebook.com/GlenInnesMaui
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbLrkoZPzfzRz2gEpWnAwMWjguHR23D2T
Sunday Nov 29th - the Celtic Book Club met at the Celtic Room, O'Toole's Irish Pub on Nu'uanu, from 4-6pm. Faithful book club member, David Reid, shared his love of the Gaelic language through reading and poetry. The club continued their reading of 'The Story of the Irish Race' Pages 103-151 Chapters XVIII: Irish Christianity before St Patrick thru Chapter XXII: Women in Ancient Ireland.
Sunday November 29th - Hamish Burgess had a St.Andrew's Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Lots of Scottish music, with traditions and songs about Scotland's patron saint.
St. Andrews Cathedral, city, college and golf course from atop St.Rule's Tower
Sunday November 29th - Hamish had a St.Andrews Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, on the Maui airwaves 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Lots of Scottish music, with traditions and songs about Scotland's patron saint.
Mahalo to all at Akaku Maui Community Media, Shaggy Jenkins and Joel Agnew, and thanks to underwriters The Irish Rovers and Maui Celtic. www.akaku.org/kaku-fm/.
Tuesday November 24th - Hamish Burgess had a French Celtic music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday November 22nd - Hamish Burgess had a French Celtic music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Dedicated to the people of Paris, including an unreleased track from The Irish Rovers, "An Irishman In Paris". French songs and tunes, including Parisian, Breton, French Canadian and Irish artists, and some songs about Paris.
Sunday November 22nd - Hamish had a French Celtic music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Dedicated to the people of Paris, including an unreleased track from The Irish Rovers, "An Irishman In Paris". French songs and tunes, including Parisian, Breton, French Canadian and Irish artists, and some songs about Paris.
Friday November 20th - over on Kauai, local band Whiskey-O played a 'Grand Evening of Celtic Music' at the Church of the Pacific. More info call Shanty Bob at 808-651-5819.
Whiskey-O played Kauai
Tuesday November 17th - Hamish Burgess played Rock 'n' Roll and Pop Hits done Celtic style on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Celtic versions of famous rock and pop songs, with a few surprises for sure!
Sunday November 15th - Hamish Burgess had Maui musician James "Hutch" Hutchinson ( bass player for Bonnie Raitt band) picking and introducing all the Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Celtic songs and artists that influenced Hutch, and his stories from hanging & playing music with some of the best Celtic artists in the world.
James "Hutch" Hutchinson co-hosts the Maui Celtic Radio Show with Hamish
Sunday November 15th - Hamish had all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, on the Maui airwaves this SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). With a WORLD exclusive on a couple of tracks from The Irish Rovers upcoming children's CD "Songs for the Wee Folk". Available now at The Irish Rovers online store, and soon available on i-Tunes.
Mahalo to all at Akaku Maui Community Media, Shaggy Jenkins and Joel Agnew, and thanks to underwriters The Irish Rovers and Maui Celtic. www.akaku.org/kaku-fm/.
Sat Nov 14th - The Friends of St.Patrick held their 2nd Annual Celtic Uprising Pub Crawl. The pub crawl began at Murphy's Pub, Downtown Honolulu, at 5pm. From there, they went to Ferguson’s, JJ Dolan’s, & O’Toole’s (Celtic Room). "So, get your kilts on! (Or, at least bring your Celtic uprising attitude)." The pub crawl was free of charge, but they were selling raffle tickets for some great prizes as a fund raiser for the FOSP Scholarship Fund.
Sat Nov 14th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii recognised Robert Louis Stevenson Day, the birthday of the Scottish writer who visited Hawaii in the 1880s, by holding a RLS Birthday Party & Movie Night: Kidnapped at Epiphany Episcopal Church in Kaimuki (1041 10th Ave, Honolulu), at 6:00pm. Turn makai (to ocean) off of Harding Ave. and the church is on your left.
6 pm Personal sack suppers, 6:30 pm Birthday cake, 7:00 pm Movie: Kidnapped (1971).
The world-famous Scottish writer and friend of Hawaiian royalty, Robert Louis Stevenson, was born in 1850. But in 1891, at the age of 41, he formally gave away his Nov. 13th birthday to a 12-year-old girl (See below for details). So fittingly they will celebrate his birth and his art the next day, Nov. 14th, with a birthday cake and the 1971 film version of his famous novel Kidnapped, first published in 1886. The novel Kidnapped is sometimes said to be Stevenson’s masterpiece. This hard-to-find movie version of Kidnapped was filmed in Scotland with lots of great Scottish scenery and is said to be about 80% historically accurate. The movie stars Michael Caine with Lawrence Douglas, Vivien Heilbron, Trevor Howard, DonaldPleasance, Jack Hawkins, Gordon Jackson, and others in a rousing adventure story set in Scotland in 1751.
“No further use for a birthday.” In June of 1891, Stevenson heard that Annie Ide, the 12-year-old daughter of the U.S.Commissioner to Samoa, where Stevenson then lived, was unhappy with her birthday, which was Christmas Day. He sent a formal-sounding document to her family in which he gave his own birthday, Nov. 13th, to Annie. The document states that Miss Ide “was born, out of all reason, upon Christmas Day, and is therefore, out of all justice, denied the consolation and profit of a Proper Birthday.” It asserts that “I, the said Robert Louis Stevenson, have attained an age when we never mention it, and that I have now no further use for a birthday of any description.”The document asserts that he “has transferred, and do hereby transfer to the said A.H. Ide, all and whole of my rights and privileges in the 13th day of November, formerly my birthday, now, hereby, and henceforth, the birthday of the said A.H. Ide, to have, hold, exercise and enjoy the same in the customary manner, by the sporting of fine raiment, eating of rich meats and receipt of gifts, compliments and copies of verse, according to the manner of our ancestors.”
Sat Nov 14th - Manoa Outreach College presented Irish Storyteller Niall De Burca at the Orvis Auditorium in Honolulu, at 7:30pm. See below.....
Irish Storyteller Niall De Burca in Hawaii
Nov 7th-15th - the fabulous Irish Storyteller Niall De Burca returned to Hawaii to cast a spell on young and old alike! Niall (pronounced like "Neil") is renowned for his unique storytelling style that showcases a remarkable range of tales. A native of the West of Ireland, a land soaked in legend, de Búrca will take listeners on an unforgettable journey of Ireland.
The 45-minute program was suitable for all ages.
He performed at Hawaii State Public Libraries, for more info contact a hosting library:
Sat Nov 7th - 10:00 a.m. Hawaii Kai Public Library, Tel. 397-5833
Sat Nov 7th - 2:00 p.m. Waianae Public Library, Tel. 697-7868
Sun Nov 8th - 3:00 p.m. Kaneohe Public Library, Tel. 233-5676
Tues Nov 10th - 10:30 a.m. Kapolei Public Library, Tel. 693-7050
Tues Nov 10th - 6:00 p.m. Kahuku Public & School Library, Tel. 293-8935
Sat Nov 14th - 10:30 a.m. Hawaii State Library - Edna Allyn Room for Children. Tel. 586-3510
Sat Nov 14th - 3:00 p.m. Mililani Public Library, Tel. 627-7470
Sun Nov 15th - 1:00 p.m. Kaimuki Public Library, Tel. 733-8422
Nov 6th-9th - the fabulous Irish Storyteller Niall De Burca returned to Big Island Hawaii, performing at Hawaii State Public Libraries:
Fri Nov 6th - 3:00 p.m. Kealakekua Public Library, Tel. 323-7585
Mon Nov 9th 1:00 p.m. Laupahoehoe Public & School Library, Tel. 962-2229
Mon Nov 9th - 5:30 p.m. Honokaa Public Library, Tel. 775-8881
Tuesday November 10th - Hamish Burgess had a Veterans Day/Remembrance Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs to honour fallen veterans, with some epic teary ballads, but also some uptempo fun songs about soldiers and sailors.
Wednesday Nov 8th - there was a Whiskey Tasting Hosted by Brian Concagh at O'Toole's Celtic Room. 6:30pm opens, 7:00pm start - $25.00
Whiskey list - Irish: Connemara, Tyrconnell. Scotch: Achentoshan Triple Wood, Laphroaig. American: Jim Beam Black, Beam Signature Craft Spanish Brandy.
Make your reservations by calling 521-4712.
Sunday November 8th - Hamish Burgess had a Veterans Day/Remembrance Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs to honour fallen veterans, with some epic teary ballads, but also some uptempo Celtic music and songs about soldiers, sailors and airmen from all over the world. In honour of all military veterans, and current serving personnel, here and in the Old Countries. Back in the old countries Remembrance Day is also called Poppy Day, and folks wear paper poppies pinned to their lapels.
Poppy field in Europe
The show will be online Sundays - local time for the summer 10am-12pm (Hawaii), and mainland 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 5-7pm, Newfoundland 5.30-7.30pm, and 8-10pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 9-11pm. Chat live with Hamish during the show on Facebook - be a friend at Hamish Douglas Burgess, or be a fan of The Maui Celtic Show. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
The show repeats on Mondays 10am-12pm EST, and Fridays 11.30am -1.30pm EST on Blues & Roots Radio.
Sunday November 1st - Hamish Burgess had all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. With a WORLD exclusive on a couple of tracks from The Irish Rovers upcoming children's CD "Songs for the Wee Folk". Pre-order available Nov 2nd at The Irish Rovers online store, and soon available on i-Tunes.
'SONGS FOR THE WEE FOLK' © Hamish Burgess 2015
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page.
Sunday Nov 1st - in honolulu, there was an IRISH MUSIC SESSION & CEILI 4-7pm at Anna O’Brien's (2440 S. Beretania St.). Musicians of any level and on any instrument are welcome. The tunes will be played at more or less dance tempo. Play as much or as little as you like. For the first half of the session they will go around in a circle and each pick a tune or set of tunes. The chooser will start the tune. For the second half we will have a more freeform session style where anyone can start something.
Dancing: All Hawaii Irish Dance dancers, friends, family members, and newcomers are invited to this casual ceili - this is a no-pressure get together that should be fun no matter your level or experience. No specialized clothing or shoes are required, but please wear comfortable shoes that will stay on your feet as you dance (please no slippers, sandals, or high heels - they may become a tripping hazard for you). The level of instruction and calling at these weekend ceilis depends on who shows up. Info: Patrick McGivern (808.445.5058), Dermot Cotter (240.460.3647), Clark Ratliffe (808.386.5645). Nicole Wilder, For Hawaii Irish Dance (540.850.0745).
Tuesday October 27th - Hamish Burgess had a Samhain & Halloween Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs & traditions of the ancient Celtic new year Samhain (pronounced Sow-en), now known as Halloween.
Sunday Oct 25th - the Celtic Book Club met from 4-6pm in the Celtic Room of O'Tooles, Downtown Honolulu, as usual on the last Sunday of each month. This month's theme was Ancient Ireland: The Firbolg, the Milesians, the De Danann, Notable Royalties, Early foreign references. Books:
The Story of the Irish Race by Seumas MacManus, pages 23-103. This out of print book is available at Internet Archive and may be read online or downloaded in any ebook format:
https://archive.org/details/storyofirishrace00macm
Sunday October 25th - Hamish Burgess had a Samhain & Halloween Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs & traditions of the ancient Celtic new year Samhain (pronounced Sow-en), now known as Halloween.
'SAMHAIN' © Hamish Burgess 2010
Artwork 'SAMHAIN' © Hamish Burgess 2010
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page.
Tuesday October 20th - Hamish Burgess had an Hawaii Celtic Special, to celebrate the birthday of Princess Ka'iulani Cleghorn (140 years ago on October 16th), on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs and tunes from local bands, Celtic and Hawaiian.
The show is online Tuesdays - local time for the summer 12-2am (Hawaii), and mainland 3-5am US/Canada West coast, 4-6am Mountain time, 5-7am Central time, 6-8am Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 7-9am, Newfoundland 7.30-9.30am, and 11am - 1pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 12-2pm. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday October 18th - Hamish Burgess had an Hawaii Celtic Special, to celebrate the birthday of Princess Ka'iulani Cleghorn (140 years ago on October 16th), on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. The Hawaiian heroine was half Scottish, her mother being the Hawaiian Princess, Miriam Likelike, and her father, the Scottish entrepreneur, Archibald Cleghorn. Songs and tunes from local bands, Celtic and Hawaiian. More info on the Princess at www.thekaiulaniproject.com, and The Princess Ka'iulani Project on Facebook.
The show will be online - local time for the summer 10am-12pm (Hawaii), and mainland 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 5-7pm, Newfoundland 5.30-7.30pm, and 9-11pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 10pm-12am. Chat live with Hamish during the show on Facebook - be a friend at Hamish Douglas Burgess, or be a fan of The Maui Celtic Show. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers. The show repeats on Mondays 10am-12pm EST, and Fridays 11.30am -1.30pm EST on Blues & Roots Radio.
Princess Victoria Ka'iulani Cleghorn
Photo courtesy of the Hawaii State Archives.
Sunday October 18th - the Maui Celtic Radio Show returned to the Maui airwaves SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. Hamish Burgess had an Hawaii Celtic Special, to celebrate the birthday of Princess Ka'iulani Cleghorn (140 years ago on October 16th). The Hawaiian heroine was half Scottish, her mother being the Hawaiian Princess, Miriam Likelike, and her father, the Scottish entrepreneur, Archibald Cleghorn. Songs and tunes from local bands, Celtic and Hawaiian. More info on the Princess at www.thekaiulaniproject.com, and The Princess Ka'iulani Project on Facebook.
Sat Oct 17th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held a Clan Night at Ferguson’s Pub (Dillingham Transportation Building, 729 Bishop St, Honolulu) from 5pm-8pm. Clan related program with a $30 meal, no-host drinks. Reservations required. Parking Pacific Guardian Center ($4 flat rate after 5 pm).
October 16th, 17th & 18th - bagpipe rockers Celtica - Pipes Rock played in Honolulu! The fire-breathing guitar and bagpipe rockers visited Hawaii for the first time. The band deliver hard-hitting bagpipe tunes with massive percussion, their original compositions, not to mention twirling fire-balls, movie themes on the pipes, and even fire-breathing guitars !! www.celticarocks.com
Celtica - Pipes Rock in Honolulu
Our own Hamish interviewed Celtica, and spoke to Austrian founder electric guitarist Gajus Stappen, and Scottish piper Duncan Knight from Edinburgh. That interview was streaming that week on the Maui Celtic Radio Show with Hamish Burgess on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com, and aired on the on the Maui airwaves Sunday October 11th 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM on Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook), and streaming at www.akaku.org/kaku-fm/.
With Gajus and Duncan, and electric guitarist American Harry Weinkum, percussionist and fire dancer Josie Svajda and drummer Lukas Rausch, both Austrian, and piper Jane Espie from Scotland, the band has a truly international line up.
Friday Oct 16th rocked the Irish Rose Saloon at 8pm. 21 up - no minors.
Saturday Oct 17th they raised the roof at Anna O'Brien's at 8pm. 21 up - no minors.
Surday Oct 18th they played an all-ages show at Anna O'Brien's at 3pm.
More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Celtica - Pipes Rock, coming to Honolulu.
Tuesday October 13th - Hamish Burgess had a Celtic Explorers Special, to celebrate Columbus Day, Leif Ericson Day, and Indigenous People's Day, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday October 11th - Hamish Burgess had a Celtic Explorers Special, to celebrate Columbus Day, Leif Ericson Day, and Indigenous People's Day, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. As Columbus didn't actually discover America (he bumped into the Bahamas, there were folks there already), Hamish will take a musical look at early Celtic explorers, such as Scottish knights, Welsh Princes, and of course Irish St.Brendan the Navigator. Not to mention the Norse explorers, or Vikings, and Leif Ericson who had a settlement in what is now Newfoundland.
1000AD Norse foundations & reconstruction. L'Anse aux Meadows, Newfoundland
Sunday October 11th - the Maui Celtic Radio Show with Hamish Burgess returned to the Maui airwaves SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station.
1st hour new Celtic music, and interview with Gajus & Duncan of Celtica - Pipes Rock, coming to Honolulu in October (16th/17th). The 2nd hour a feature on artists on ARC Music compilations and albums. www.arcmusic.co.uk
Mahalo to all at Akaku Maui Community Media, and Joel Agnew, and thanks to underwriters The Irish Rovers and Maui Celtic. www.akaku.org/kaku-fm/.
Sunday October 11th - over on Oahu, folks joined The Caledonian Society of Hawaii for Ali'i Sunday at Kawaiahao Church for Princess Kaiulani. 9:00am - 10:45am at Kawaiaha'o Church (957 Punchbowl St, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813). Ali‘i Sundays are among the many long and honored traditions of Kawaiahao Church, which began about 1914. Kawaiahao Church celebrates eight Ali'i Sundays which are held as part of a larger series of celebrations recognized by the Benevolent Royal Societies, Ali‘i Trusts and the Hawaiian Civic Clubs of which always occurs on or just before the birthday of the Ali‘i. The Church invites all to join them.
Saturday October 10th - over on Oahu, The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held their Scotch & Scones event at 2.00pm at the Mission Houses Museum (553 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813). Included Scones with accoutrements, Scotch tasting by Young’s Market, a tour of the Mission Houses Museum, and a lecture by Mike Smola “Archibald and Alexander – 2 early Scottish residents of Owhyhee.” The focus was on Alexander Adams and Archibald Campbell.
More info contact Brenda Reichel (808) 285-2731.
Tuesday October 6th - Hamish Burgess played new & old Celtic music, with a feature on BC fiddler Jocelyn Pettit on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. He featured the young fiddler from Squamish BC, with interview from the Jericho Folk Club in Vancouver.
Sunday October 4th - Hamish Burgess played new Celtic music with a ARC Music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. 1st hour was new Celtic music, and interview with Gajus & Duncan of Celtica - Pipes Rock, coming to Honolulu in October (16th/17th). The 2nd hour was a feature on artists on ARC Music compilations and albums. www.arcmusic.co.uk
Celtica - Pipes Rock, coming to Honolulu.
Sunday October 4th - the Maui Celtic Radio Show with Hamish Burgess returned to the Maui airwaves SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station.
This week - new Celtic music with an exclusive on Knacker's Yard from Victoria BC, with an extensive interview with Wolf Edwards of Knacker's Yard, and music from their new album 'Live at Dunsterville'. Also tracks from the new Battlefield Band album 'Beg and Borrow'.
Mahalo to all at Akaku Maui Community Media, and Joel Agnew, and thanks to underwriters The Irish Rovers and Maui Celtic. www.akaku.org/kaku-fm/.
Tuesday September 29th - Hamish Burgess had a Harmony Arts Festival special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. He featured The Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver BC, with artists that played there, Qristina & Quinn Bachand, and Pat Chessell interview, and Tiller's Folly interview.
Sunday September 27th - Hamish Burgess played new Celtic music with a World Exclusive on Knacker's Yard from Victoria BC, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Along with tracks from the new Battlefield Band album 'Beg and Borrow', he had an extensive interview with Wolf Edwards of Knacker's Yard, and music from their new album 'Live at Dunsterville'.
Sunday September 27th - the Maui Celtic Radio Show with Hamish Burgess was back on the Maui airwaves this morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. He played Rock 'n' Roll and Pop Hits done Celtic style on this 2nd return week. Celtic versions of famous rock and pop songs, with a few surprises for sure!
Mahalo to all at Akaku Maui Community Media, and Joel Agnew, and thanks to underwriters The Irish Rovers and Maui Celtic. www.akaku.org/kaku-fm/.
The Maui Celtic Show back on Maui on KAKU 88.5 FM Maui
Artwork part of 'Baby Celtic' © Hamish Burgess 2015
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page.
Sunday Sept 27th - the Celtic Book Club met from 4-6pm in the Celtic Room of O'Tooles, Downtown Honolulu, as usual on the last Sunday of each month. This month's theme was Ancient Ireland: The Firbolg, the Milesians, the De Danann, Notable Royalties, Early foreign references. Books:
The Story of the Irish Race by Seumas MacManus, pages 1-22. This out of print book is available at Internet Archive and may be read online or downloaded in any ebook format:
https://archive.org/details/storyofirishrace00macm
A Concise History of Ireland by Patrick Weston Joyce, circa 1910. This is a very useful concise history of Ireland for anyone wishing to get an overview of the subject, and has been written with reasonable objectivity. Try referring to the library of Ireland link: http://www.libraryireland.com/JoyceHistory/Contents.php
Ireland and Her Story by Justin McCarthy, 1903. A general overview of Irish history from the earliest times to the Home Rule period.
Saturday Sep 26th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held Governor Cleghorn's Luncheon at 11:30am at the Oahu Country Club (150 Country Club Rd, Honolulu, Hawaii 96817). "Archibald Scott Cleghorn invites you to join him at a buffet lunch to meet his friend, visiting author Robert Louis Stevenson."
Guests could come dressed in hats or full costume appropriate to the years between 1890 and 1910, and costume prizes were awarded. More info contact Susan MacKinnon (808) 372-5744 susanmack1@mac.com
Thursday, Sept 24th - the Isle of Maui Pipe Band marched in the Maui County Fair Parade again this year, to kick off the fair ! The parade began in Kahului at 4:30pm, and lasted approximately 2 hours, with over 5000 marchers and dozens of entries. More info www.mauifair.com. Pipe Band schedule at www.isleofmauipipeband.com
Isle of Maui Pipe Band at the Maui County Fair Parade 2015
photo courtesy of the Isle of Maui Pipe Band
Tuesday September 22nd - Hamish Burgess played all new and older Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Also a feature on The Paperboys from Vancouver BC, playing at the Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver that week.
The show is online Tuesdays - local time for the summer 12-2am (Hawaii), and mainland 3-5am US/Canada West coast, 4-6am Mountain time, 5-7am Central time, 6-8am Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 7-9am, Newfoundland 7.30-9.30am, and 11am - 1pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 12-2pm. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday September 20th - Hamish Burgess had a Rogue Folk Club (Vancouver) special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. With artists who have played at the Vancouver venue over the last year, and interview from artistic director Steve Edge. Also an extensive interview with John Jones of the Oysterband, and music from the UK folk rockers.
Hamish with Steve Edge at the Rogue Folk Club, Vancouver
Ian Telfer & John Jones of the Oysterband, with Hamish at the Rogue Folk Club, Vancouver
Sunday September 20th - the Maui Celtic Radio Show with Hamish Burgess returned to the Maui airwaves THIS SUNDAY morning 8-10am - on the dial at KAKU 88.5 FM Maui (KAKU885FM on facebook). Old time slot, but new station. He played Rock 'n' Roll and Pop Hits done Celtic style on this special return show. Celtic versions of famous rock and pop songs, with a few surprises for sure!
Mahalo to all at Akaku Maui Community Media, and Joel Agnew, and thanks to underwriters The Irish Rovers and Maui Celtic. www.akaku.org/kaku-fm/.
The Maui Celtic Show back on Maui on KAKU 88.5 FM Maui
Artwork part of 'Baby Celtic' © Hamish Burgess 2015
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page.
Saturday Sept 19th - The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held a 'Talk Like a Pirate Party' Cruise at the Irish Rose Saloon (478 Ena Rd, Honolulu, Hawaii 96815) from 8pm.
That Saturday was National Talk Like a Pirate Day, and The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii be invitin' ye to dress and talk like Pirates. "We'll make it worth your while with grog specials & booty for all scurvy mates & wenches who dress & talk like Pirates! Bonus booty for kilted pirates! SASH members: Get one free grog! Remember to wear your orders (SASH Medallion). So throw on a bandana and a gold earring, and come dance to t' awesome sounds o' Elephant! The band starts at 9. Join us or walk the plank. Arrrghhh!"
The Saint Andrews Society 'Talk Like a Pirate Party'
Wednesday Sept 16th - The Friends of St.Patrick held an Irish Whiskey Tasting at 6:30pm at O'Toole's Celtic Room, behind O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu. FOSP members only $24.00 More info from Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday September 15th - Hamish Burgess played all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday September 13th - Hamish Burgess played Rock 'n' Roll and Pop Hits done Celtic style on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Celtic versions of famous rock and pop songs, with a few surprises for sure!
Tuesday September 8th - Hamish Burgess played music from his recent travels on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Stories, songs and tunes from Ennis, and Kinvara in Ireland, news from Andrew Morris in Cornwall on this year's Lowender Perran festival, and more.....
Sunday September 6th - Hamish Burgess had a Labor Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Celtic songs and tunes about workers and the trades, and a wee bit o' history.
Sunday August 30th - Hamish Burgess had a special co-host George Millar of the Irish Rovers picking and intoducing the songs on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Bands that influenced his career (Irish and Scottish), and younger artists he likes. Hamish: "I learnt a few things from George this week about the history of Celtic music! Some great tracks that I had never heard before."
Sunday August 30th - The Celtic Book Club of Honolulu presented Poems of the Ploughman’s Poet, Scotsman Robert Burns at the Celtic Room at O’Toole’s Irish Pub, Downtown Honolulu (902 Nuuanu Avenue). 4pm – 6pm. Folks joined them for the best in poetry readings, and a lively discussion. Contact Rosanne at 808-721-6650.
Sunday August 23rd - Hamish Burgess played New & older Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Also a feature on The Harmony Arts Festival in Vancouver BC, with artists that played there, Qristina & Quinn Bachand, Pat Chessell interview, and Tiller's Folly interview.
Sunday August 23rd - Oahu saw the second night of Irish Film Fest: Two evenings of Irish Movies at O'Toole's Celtic Room, behind O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu (902 Nuuanu Avenue) - 6pm to midnight. Free admission. Comedy: The Committments, Waking Ned Devine, The Boondock Saints. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Sat Aug 22nd - over on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held their Golden Gala 50-Year Tribute Dinner celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Caledonian Society of Hawaii, and the 30th Anniversary of the Celtic Pipes & Drums of Hawaii. 5pm at the Pomaikai Ballroom at the Dole Cannery (735 Iwilei Road, Honolulu). Everyone welcome! Membership was not required. Cocktails, dinner & program honoring the Caledonian Founding members and past Chieftains, Celtic Pipes & Drums Pipe Majors, and featuring Jim Motherwell, a former Queen's Own Piper from Great Britain. There will be displays of the histories of the two organizations, piping and dancing performances, door prizes, an expansive buffet dinner, and other surprises.
$80 per person. Highland Dress or Formal requested. "Aloha Crisp" attire acceptable. For more info contact: Susan MacKinnon at susanmack1@mac.com or call 808-591-9398.
Tuesday Aug 18th - Hamish Burgess played New & older Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Tuesday August 18th - in Honolulu there was a Scotch Whisky Tasting at O'Toole's Celtic Room, behind O'toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu, at 6:30pm. Featuring Whiskies presented by Chris Uhde from ImPex Beverages. Single Barrel Club members $20.00/General Public $40.00.
Featured Scotch Whiskies: Isle of Skye 8, Tamdhu 10. Arran 10, Arran 14, Arran Amarone Cask, Machrie Moor, Kilchoman Machir Bay, Kilchoman 100% Islay.
Info at whiskey@irishpubhawaii.com, or call 521-4712.
Sunday August 16th - Hamish Burgess played New & older Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. With a feature on BC fiddler Jocelyn Pettit, who he saw play at the Jericho Folk Club in Vancouver BC that week.
Sunday August 16th - Oahu saw the first night of Irish Film Fest: Two evenings of Irish Movies at O'Toole's Celtic Room, behind O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu (902 Nuuanu Avenue) - 6pm to midnight. Free admission. Drama: The Wind that Shakes the Barley, Michael Collins, The Field. Comedy night was on Sunday August 23rd, with The Commitments, Waking Ned Devine, and The Boondock Saints. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Sunday August 16th - on Oahu, a new Irish Seisiun and Ceili at Anna O’Brien’s (2440 S. Beretania St.) started in Honolulu. Clark Ratliffe: "Let’s make this inaugural Anna O’Brian’s Seisiun a rip roaring affair. If you haven’t been to seisiun in a while, this would be a good one for you. While we will spend a little time on the nuts and bolts of how we want this seisiun to run, mostly we want to play tunes, sing some songs and have a pint or two together. Also, if you haven’t experienced the craic of playing Irish music for Irish dancing…well that is where all this came from isn’t it?" More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday Aug 11th - Hamish Burgess had a Lughnasadh Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. With traditions, songs and tunes from the ancient Celtic harvest festival.
Sunday August 9th - Hamish Burgess played New & Old Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Also a feature on The Paperboys from Vancouver BC, playing at the Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver that week.
Sunday Aug 9th - over on Oahu, The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii and The Friends of St.Patrick held their Celtic Sunset Cruise on the Makani Catamaran from 5-7.30pm, leaving Kewalo Basin Boat Harbor Slip #1 ((Ala Moana & Ward). The cruise included a 2 hour sunset sail, dinner, & 2 drinks. This event was open to the public, and membership not required - guests & all ages were welcome. More info contact Nancy SASHawaii@icloud.com or call (808) 371-0819.
Tuesday Aug 4th - Hamish Burgess played new & older Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. With traditions, songs and tunes from the ancient Celtic harvest festival.
Sunday August 2nd - Hamish Burgess had a Lughnasadh Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. With traditions, songs and tunes from the ancient Celtic harvest festival.
Friday July 31st - The Second (Blue Moon) Full Moon Labyrinth Walk in July took place at The Sacred Garden (460 Kaluanui Road, off of Baldwin Ave) in Makawao. Harp Music commences at 7:00 PM and the Labyrinth Walk started at 7:30. Eve Hogan "explain the history and mystery of Labyrinths and how we can use them as metaphors to better understand ourselves. You do not walk the labyrinth to learn about the labyrinth—you walk the labyrinth to learn about yourself. July is the month of the Full Buck Moon. Bucks begin to grow new antlers at this time. This full Moon was also known as the Thunder Moon, because thunderstorms are so frequent during this month. The next Blue Moon will not occur until January 31st, 2018.
Suggested Donation was $10 per person, however the Sacred Garden is free and open to the public seven days a week. All donations are graciously accepted to maintain the garden as a safe environment to enjoy and observe nature and to retreat."
Sunday July 26th - Hamish Burgess played New Celtic Music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs and tunes from around the Celtic world.
Sunday July 26th - over on Oahu, Hawaii Irish Dance held a Ceilidh Dance & DInner in the club above Anna O'Brien's pub (on Beretania) in Honolulu, 3-8pm. With live Irish music from Celtic Waves and Whiskey Starship, everyone was encoraged to join in the dancing, which was all easy for beginners, introduced and led by a caller. Dinner was at 5pm, and raffle prizes at 8pm.
More info at www.hawaiiirishdance.com/ or email hawaii.irishdance@gmail.com.
Friday July 24th - over on Oahu, local traditional band Celtic Waves played at Ward's Rafters(3810 Maunaloa Ave) in Honolulu.
"There was a uniquely Irish tradition called the “American Wake” which was held during times of famine and woe when someone was immigrating to America, perhaps never to be seen again. Well it’s time to revive that tradition because our mandolin player and lead singer Louis Scuderi is “immigrating" to New Mexico. He is going to teach physics at a wonderful school in his hometown. While we wish him well, he will be missed terribly. Come join us in wishing him well and perhaps raise a parting glass or two. In celebration of his tenure with Celtic Waves we are doing many new tunes and songs that he brought to the band and made us learn. They are now some of our favorites. So we’ll bring the jigs, reels, songs and jokes and you bring the food and drink and together we’ll create the "ceol e craic” (music and fun). We hear a rumor that there will be dancers from Hawaii Irish Dance in attendance."
Wednesday July 22nd - over on Oahu, there was Whiskey Tasting at Kelley O'Neil's Pub in Waikiki at 6:30pm. Featuring Whiskies from Southern Wine and Spirits. Irish - Powers, Jamesons Black Barrel. Scotch - Abelour A'bunadh, Glenlivet 15. North American - Pike Creek, Lot 40.
The Friends of St.Patrick Club members $20.00 / General Public $25.00.
Email whiskey@irishpubhawaii.com or call 521-4712 to make a reservation.
Tuesday July 21st - Hamish Burgess aired the 399th Maui Celtic Radio Show on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday July 19th - in Honolulu, Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick held their Celtic Book Club meeting in the Celtic Room at O'Toole's 4-6pm. The theme for the meeting is Michael Collins. Give yourself a deadline to read any book about the great man. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Sunday July 19th - Hamish Burgess had music from his recent travels on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Strories, songs and tunes from Dublin, Lismore, Ennis, and Kinvara in Ireland, news from Andrew Morris in Cornwall on this year's Lowender Peran festival, and more.....
Sat July 18th - on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held a New Member Picnic at Hokua Garden Terrace Potluck & Barbecue (1288 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu) at 4.30pm. Three Facts Mixer Game - bring 3 facts about yourself. New members especially invited, but all welcome. Existing members please bring a dish to share. 3 facts and all guest info to Lillian Cunnningham at lillianc@hawaii.edu by July 15th please.
Saturday July 18th - in Honolulu, The Friends of St.Patrick held their Scholarship Awardees' Pizza Party at 2pm at the Celtic Room at O'Toole's Pub. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday July 14th - Hamish Burgess had a special show on the Solo Careers of members of The Irish Rovers on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs from Wilcil McDowell's new album 'Music from the Glens', Ian Millar's new album 'Take Me Home', and tunes from Sean O'Driscoll, Gerry O'Connor, and Geoff Kelly.
Sunday July 12th - our own Hamish Burgess had music from his recent travels on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Strories, songs and tunes from Dublin, Lismore, Ennis, and Kinvara in Ireland. Interview with Eoin O'Neill in Ennis. Co.Clare.
Saturday July 11th - there was a Meet and Greet with Beltaine (see below) at O'Toole's Celtic Room at 6pm. Potluck and everyone welcome! No RSVP needed--come by when you can to meet this fabulous and friendly band! Followed by a performance by Beltaine on-stage at O’Toole’s at 9pm. www.beltainemusic.com
Beltaine from Portland, Oregon, will play Anna O'Briens in Honolulu
"Beltaine is a band from Portland, Oregon that features John Keys, Brian Baker, Kris Chase, and Jamie Vanderburg combining their talents at a variety of instruments to produce a unique sound that is still decidedly Celtic in nature. Beltaine makes use of hammered dulcimer, guitar, flute, marimbula, accordion, and drums to put on a fantastic exhibition of music both new and traditional. Performing both instrumental and vocal tunes, Beltaine offers a unique blend of musical styles. The original and traditional music they perform is inspired by Celtic, folk, rock, classical, jazz and blues sources. This group is a lively bunch that plays a heck of a good show, don't miss it!"
More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Thursday July 9th - in Honolulu, Celtic Fusion band Beltaine played at Anna O'Brien's (2440 S. Beretania St.) in Honolulu. Beltaine took to the stage at Anna O'Briens as part of a fundraiser for the Friends of St. Patrick. www.beltainemusic.com.
More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday July 7th - Hamish Burgess had an Independence Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs about America and the Revolutionary War, and Celtic music from across America.
Sunday July 5th - Hamish Burgess had an Independence Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs about America and the Revolutionary War, and Celtic music from across America.
Saturday July 4th - over on Oahu, The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii, The Friends of St.Patrick, and The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held the First Annual Hawaii Celtic Fourth of July Picnic at Bellows Air Force Base on July 4th, noon to 6pm. The picnic was at Pavilion A by the beach. Dancers & musicians were welcome (but by no means obligated) to share their art at the picnic. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday June 30th - Hamish Burgess had a Canada Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Canadian Celtic music from across that country, from the very Irish Newfoundland, and very Scottish Nova Scotia (with Cape Breton's Gaelic community), all the way west to Vancouver, BC.
Sunday June 28th - on Oahu, The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held a SASH Fundraiser Event at the Lions Club International. More info email saintandrewsociety@hawaii.rr.com, or call 808-381-7216.
Sunday June 28th - Hamish Burgess had a Canada Day special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Canadian Celtic music from across that country, from the very Irish Newfoundland, and very Scottish Nova Scotia (with Cape Breton's Gaelic community), all the way west to Vancouver, BC.
Sunday June 28th - over on Oahu, there was an IRISH MUSIC SESSION & CEILI DANCING from 2:00-4:00pm?at Jefferson Hall lanai at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. A monthly event......Musicians of any level and on any instrument you can transport to the event site are welcome, although the tunes will be played at dance tempo. Play as much or as little as you like. Please contact celticwaves@gmail.com if you have any questions!
Dancing: All Hawaii Irish Dance dancers, friends, family members, and newcomers are invited to this casual ceili - this is a no-pressure get together that should be fun no matter your level or experience. The level of instruction and calling at these weekend ceilis depends on who shows up - dances will be taught.
Please contact Clark Ratliffe for Celtic Waves at celticwaves@gmail.com, or call 808.386.5645
Nicole Wilder for Hawaii Irish Dance 540.850.0745
Sat June 27th - on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held their Annual General Meeting and Tribute To Aggie Wallace at the Waialae Nui Recreation Center, from 11am-2 pm. There will be a Catered Lunch. Fee TBD. Story of Aggie’s life as a Scottish-born bagpiper & bagpipe teacher in Hawaii. Guests to include Aggie’s students & family members.
Tuesday June 23rd - Hamish had a Fathers Day/Summer Solstice special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs about dads during the first hour for Fathers Day, with a special tribute to his late father and grandfather, both from Aberdeen. Then during the second hour, a Summer Solstice special, with songs and traditions of the longest day (in the northern hemisphere), and the time of year.
Sunday June 21st - Hamish Burgess had a Fathers Day/Summer Solstice special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com, Songs about dads during the first hour for Fathers Day, with a special tribute to his late father and grandfather, both from Aberdeen. Then during the second hour, a Summer Solstice special, with songs and traditions of the longest day (in the northern hemisphere), and the time of year.
June 17th-28th - over on Oahu, Oliver Mulholland & Stephen Morris played in Honolulu's Irish Pubs. www.oliverm.com
Oliver Mulholland & Stephen Morris played in Honolulu
Tuesday June 16th - Hamish Burgess played new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday June 14th - Hamish Burgess celebrated the 399th Edition of the Maui Celtic Radio Show, by streaming it on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com.
Friday June 12th - over in Honolulu The Friends of St.Patrick held their HangOver Meeting to put their library and office in order - 3:30pm at the Celtic Room of O'Toole's Pub. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Friday June 12th - The Friends of St.Patrick held their Finnegan's Wake Pub Crawl around Downtown Honolulu. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday June 9th - Hamish Burgess played new Celtic muisc on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Interviews and songs from Nuala Kennedy & Eamon O'Leary, who recently played in Honolulu. Also interview and tracks from bagpipe rockers Celtic Fusion Illusion from Edmonton, Alberta Canada, who Hamish met on his travels with underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday June 7th - Hamish Burgess played New and older Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com.
Tuesday June 2nd - Hamish Burgess had a second Kiwi Celtic music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday May 31st - Hamish Burgess played Rock 'n' Roll and Pop Hits done Celtic style on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com.
Tuesday May 26th - Hamish Burgess played New and older Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday May 24th - Hamish Burgess played new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com.
Sat May 23rd - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held a Film Night featuring Reprise of Finding David Douglas: The story of Scottish plant collector David Douglas, at the Epiphany Episcopal Church in Honolulu (1041 10th Ave, Honolulu, Hawaii 96815). The naturalist was born in Scone, Scotland, in 1799, and died in mysterious circumstances in Hawaii in 1834.
Bring your own sack dinner, and they willll provide the drinks & popcorn. A calabash donation is appreciated.
Wednesday May 20th - The Friends of St.Patrick held a Whiskey Tasting at the Irish Rose Saloon in Honolulu, at 6:30pm. Club members $20.00 / General Public $25.00.
"Shadow" (Kevin McDonald) presents a belated Cinco De Mayo inspired lineup, with two Tequilas this month to represent Mexico. Featured Whiskies:
Irish - Paddy's, Powers John Lane. Scotch - Ballantines, Glenlivet Nadurra 16 Oloroso Sherry Cask.
North American (Mexico) - Altos Omeca Resposado, Avion Anejo.
Email whiskey@irishpubhawaii.com or call 521-4712 to make a reservation.
Tuesday May 19th - Hamish Burgess had a Robert Tannahill special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net, during the first hour, with songs from the pen of Scotland's poet, second only to Robert Burns. Then during the second hour, a Dougie MacLean's Perthshire Amber special, with artists from this year's festival in October-November around Perthshire - a 10 day festival packed full of music and much more - info at www.perthshireamber.com.
Sunday May 17th - Hamish Burgess had a Robert Tannahill special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com, during the first hour, with songs from the pen of Scotland's poet, second only to Robert Burns. Then during the second hour, a Dougie MacLean's Perthshire Amber special, with artists from this year's festival in October-November around Perthshire - a 10 day festival packed full of music and much more - info at www.perthshireamber.com.
Sunday May 17th - The Friends of St.Patrick held their Golden Pratie Golf Match at the Navy Marine Golf Course at noon. Their annual match against their worthy opponents and fellow Irishmen, the Wild Shamrocks. Match play tournament to win the Big Golden Potato.
The winners were the Friends of Saint Patrick who narrowly defeated the Wild Shamrocks with a final team score of 3-2-2.(3 wins 2 losses and 2 ties). A good time was had by all and the match will resume again next year. More info contact Bill at 808-223-3997 or bill@ejlounge.com.
Saturday May 16th - The Friends of St.Patrick held an Irish History and Language Meeting at 3:30pm at the Celtic Room of O'Toole's. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday May 12th - in Lahaina town, West Maui, there was a second Grand Opening of the Mick Fleetwood Art Gallery at Fleetwood's General Store below the Fleetwood's on Front St. restaurant, where folks could see The Celtic Art of Hamish Burgess. Our own Hamish has 9 pieces of the Celtic art on display in the new Gallery. AT 6pm, Mick Fleetwood (of Fleetwood Mac fame) held a book signing, Bagpiper Innes Asher was playing on the rooftop, and folks visited the art gallery, and chatted with some of the artists about their work. Many thanks to gallery director Brian Connolly.
Tuesday May 12th - Hamish Burgess played New and older Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday May 10th - Hamish Burgess had a Mothers Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com, dedicated to his mum and grandma. The Civil War origins of the American Mothers Day, and the Church origins of the UK & Ireland's Mothering Sunday, then songs for and about mothers and grandmothers.
Our Hamish's mum Sheila and grandma Cecilia
Saturday May 9th - Isle of Maui Pipe Band opened the gates for the Seabury Hall Craft Fair at 9:00am. They will also played a full set during the day. The band welcomes pipers and drummers from around the globe to practice and perform with them while visiting Maui. The band has been a part of the Seabury Fair for the past 6 years, and looks forward to bringing their music to upcountry Maui again next year. For more info http://www.seaburyhall.org/page.cfm?p=981
Saturday May 9th - over on Oahu, The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaiil held their Annual Pub Crawl around Downtown Honolulu and Waikiki. More info email saintandrewsociety@hawaii.rr.com, or call 808-381-7216.
Friday May 8th - for the first time in Lahaina town, West Maui, you could see The Celtic Art of Hamish Burgess at the Grand Opening of the Mick Fleetwood Art Gallery at Fleetwood's General Store below the Fleetwood's on Front St. restaurant. Our own Hamish Burgess had nine pieces of the Celtic art on display in the new Gallery. The evening started with a book signing by Mick Fleetwood (of Fleetwood Mac fame), then later Bagpiper Roger McKinley piped Mick Fleetwood to the store, for a traditional Hawaiian blessing from kahuna Vene Chun. He blessed the doors, Mick and family, the store, the art gallery, and all the artists and their work. Mick welcomed Hamish to his gallery, and wished him all the best with his art. Many thanks to gallery director Brian Connolly.
Hamish Burgess with Mick Fleetwood at the opening of the Mick Fleetwood Art Gallery
Photo by Dubhan Clark © 2015
Thursday May 7th - there was a Nepal Earthquake Relief Fund Raiser House Concert with the Psychedelic Celtic Band after the Programs of the Heart - Heart Meditation at Linda Green’s Home in Wailea. Folks donated to their charity of choice for Nepal Earthquake Relief for entrance to the house concert. The Psychedelic Celtic Band is Kristin Sherwood on fiddle and bass and Francie Starlite on piano. Kristin is classically trained since four and is a virtuoso on violin and a master of Scottish tunes, and her playing is fast upbeat high energy. Francie is a New York trained musician classically educated at NYU and has played with countless world famous entertainers and a wild gal on piano. More info call 303-588-2963, or email linda.l.green1@gmail.com.
Tuesday May 5th - Hamish Burgess had a Bealltainn Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
The great wheel of the year turns again on the evening of April 30th, with ancient Celtic festival of Beltaine, dedicated to the Sun God Bel, ‘the bright and shining one’. The ancient festival has become May Day in modern times, with it’s fertility dance around the Maypole.
'BEL' © Hamish Burgess 2013
More details on the artwork on our Gallery page
The show is online Tuesdays - local time for the summer 12-2am (Hawaii), and mainland 3-5am US/Canada West coast, 4-6am Mountain time, 5-7am Central time, 6-8am Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 7-9am, Newfoundland 7.30-9.30am, and 11am - 1pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 12-2pm. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday May 3rd - Hamish Burgess had a Bealltainn Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com, with exclusive interview and tracks from The Fire's new CD, and songs and traditions of the ancient Celtic festival dedicated to the Sun God Bel, ‘the bright and shining one’. The old Celtic name for May Day is Bealltainn, or Bealtaine in Irish, and now Beltane, meaning ‘bright fire’, and heralding the coming of Summer, with the great wheel of the year turning again on the evening of April 30th.
April 30th/May 1st - BEALLTAINN GREETINGS TO ALL !
The great wheel of the year turns again on the evening of April 30th, with ancient Celtic festival of Beltaine, dedicated to the Sun God Bel, ‘the bright and shining one’. He was prayed to at times of sickness, for the healing power of the sun. In various Celtic cultures the god of fertility, healing, music, hunting and even death, he was associated with therapy, prophecy and healing springs.
“BELTAINE” © Hamish Burgess 2011
More details on the artwork above on our Gallery page
Original Celtic and folk art by Hamish Burgess, a piece for the cover of The Celtic Connection newspaper in Vancouver BC and Seattle, the May ‘13 issue.
This seasonal feast marks the end of the dark half of the year, and is about honouring life, and the coming of Summer. The Sun God is released from the captivity of Winter, and returns to visit the Earth Goddess, with a time of joyous celebrating.
The ancient festival has become May Day in modern times, with it’s fertility dance around the Maypole.
Tuesday April 28th - Hamish Burgess had an ANZAC Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. A special tribute to the ANZACs (Australia & New Zealand Armoured Corps) in honour of those who fell at Gallipoli 100 years ago on April 25th 1915. With many Eric Bogle compositions, then songs about Australia and New Zealand, from local bands, and Scots, Irish & Cornish singers.
Sunday April 26th - over on Oahu, there was a IRISH SESSION & CEILI DANCING at Jefferson Hall lanai at the University of Hawaii at Manoa 2:00-4:00pm. Now a monthly tradition.
Musicians - open call for anyone who might be interested in participating in session-style playing. - please contact Clark Ratliffe at Celtic Waves 808-386-5645 or celticwaves@gmail.com.
All Hawaii Irish Dance dancers, friends, family members, and newcomers are invited to the casual ceili - please wear comfortable shoes that will stay on your feet as you dance - dances will be taught. Contact Nicole Wilder at Hawaii Irish Dance 540-850-0745.
Thursday March 26th until April 26th - over on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held KA‘IULANI at the Kumu Kahua Theatre, 46 Merchant St, Honolulu at 8pm. An original production returning to the theatre after 28 years!
A play about Hawaiian Princess Ka'iulani (October 16, 1875 – March 6, 1899) - half Hawaiian (her mother being Princess, Miriam Likelike) and half Scottish (her father was entrepreneur, Archibald Cleghorn, last Royal Governor of O'ahu). She was heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Hawaii at the time of the illegal overthrow of the monarchy.
Princess Ka'iulani Cleghorn of Hawaii
The play is a poetic rendering of the life of Hawaii’s half Hawaiian, half Scottish princess. "Ka‘iulani" is a historical-musical-psychological drama complete with a Greek/Hawaiian chorus and a Hawaiian chanter. The play, which portrays the princess during three different phases of her life, originally premiered at Kumu Kahua Theatre in 1987. "Within the short life of Princess Ka‘iulani is contained the sad, shameful story of the downfall of the Hawaiian Kingdom. She was sent to Europe to receive an education befitting her royalty, but during her absence the monarchy was abrogated and she returned to Hawai‘i a figurehead rather than a queen." More details at www.kumukahua.org
Sunday April 26th - Hamish Burgess had an ANZAC Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. A special tribute to the ANZACs (Australia & New Zealand Armoured Corps) in honour of those who fell at Gallipoli 100 years ago on April 25th 1915. With many Eric Bogle compositions, then songs about Australia and New Zealand, from local bands, and Scots, Irish & Cornish singers.
Tuesday April 21st - Hamish Burgess played New and old Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday April 19th - Hamish Burgess had New Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. There was also a tribute to the Scottish naturalist, early preservationist, and founder of the Sierra Club, John Muir, with interview from Scottish songwriter Brian McNeill, who wrote 'Muir And The Master Builder'. As well as a world exclusive of two new unreleased songs from Celtic Fusion Illusion, Celtic rockers from Alberta, Canada.
Irish Music Meeting in the Celtic Room of O'Toole's Pub (see below)
Photo courtesy of the Friends of St.Patrick
Saturday April 18th - The Friends of St.Patrick held an Irish Music Meeting at 3:30pm in the Celtic Room of O'Toole's. Clark Ratliffe, flute player for Celtic Waves ran the meeting and of course there were some tunes and songs. What better way to present the subject of Irish music than to have a session. More info: Clark Ratliffe for Celtic Waves 808-386-5645, or Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com or 808-223-3997.
April 15th-19th - Irish Celtic rock band the Humble Hooligans played at Hawaii's Irish Pubs.
The punk rock/traditional Irish band hit Honolulu again in April for five shows!
Wed 4/15 - O'Toole's
Thur 4/16 - Kelley O'Neil's
Fri 4/17 - O'Toole's
Sat 4/18 - Kelley O'Neil's
Sun 4/19 - Irish Rose Saloon
The Humble Hooligans from California started unassumingly back in 2004 as a four piece with a dream to make Irish music in their style.
They have played with as many as seven members and as few as two, but the one thing that never changed is their love of performing Irish music in front of a live crowd and a passion for all things good Craic! So whether you expect to hear traditional jigs and reels (which you will), the latest in contemporary Irish music (Flogging Molly, Dropkick Murphy’s, among others) or just a crazy cover song done up in pub rock regalia, the Humble Hooligans are the band to see.
Come say hello the next time you’re out, share a pint, or a laugh and enjoy the music! www.humblehooligans.com
Tuesday April 14th - Hamish Burgess had an Easter special, with traditions of the time of year, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Also a section on the Hawaiian Scottish Festival, with songs about the Scots in Hawaii, and performers at this year's Highland Games (April 11th-12th at Ala Moana Beach Park McCoy Pavilion).
Sunday April 12th - Hamish Burgess had a World Exclusive from Irish singer Ian Millar on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. There were unrelaeased tracks & interview from Ian Millar on his new album "Take Me Home", and interview & tunes from Wilcil McDowell's new album "Music in the Glens". As well as a look at the solo careers of other players in The Irish Rovers, with interview by George Millar, and words and tracks from Sean O'Driscoll, Gerry O'Connor, and Geoff Kelly of Spirit of the West & The Paperboys.
Sunday April 12th - over on Oahu there was a house concert by Melissa Cox & Matt of the band Mythica in Honolulu at 6:30pm, at 5204 Makalena St. Honolulu, HI 96821. Potluck & BYOB - bring something yummy! Music by Melissa & Matt of Mythica, and Lucie Lynch, Michael Tanenbaum and Nick Gertsson of the band Lucie & The Perfect Wave with special guest Tina VioLina. A night of music, dancing, good food, and great company!! Come by after the Hawaiian Scottish Festival to prolong the festivities! They'll be doing a pass the hat kalabash for the musicians, so bring a donation to show them some love. If you're a musician, bring your acoustic instrument for a jam!
Sat/Sun April 11/12th - Hawaiian Scottish Festival & Highland Games at Ala Moana Beach Park McCoy Pavilion, 10am to 6pm. $1.00 entry fee.
Local long-established Oahu pipeband The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii started the ceremonies. On the main stage there was piping from champion Jori Chisholm, traditional Celtic music from local fiddler Lisa Gomes, Maui's Asher Family (piping and singing), and local bands Doolin Rakes and Whiskey Starship. Great music from visitors David Brewer & Rebeccca Lomnicky piper and fiddle duo, and also Melissa Cox & Matt Smith from Mythica. There will be traditional Scottish dancing from the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii, and of course the Athletic & Highland Dancing Competitions with visiting athletes and Highland Dancers from around the world.
Highland Dancers on the beach at Ala Moana
Photo courtesy of Margaret MacInnes
Maui Celtic unfortunately did NOT have a booth there this year, and apologies to our friends in Honolulu, and we hope to see you next year. But you can still get our fine Scottish imports, classic Maui Celtic logo wear, plaid items - Hawaii Tartan sashes, shawls, and head wraps (do-rags), at our Online Store.
You can get your fix of Celtic CDs from Rampant Lion Celtic Traders. In the Clan tent you can find out more about your family history, and visit the The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii, and the The Friends of St.Patrick booths. The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii will have a booth with tea and great scones, and even haggis !
Running all weekend are the men's and women's Highland Games heavy athletics competition, with braw-looking kilted strong lads and lassies - featuring tossing the caber, throwing the light and heavy hammers, putting the stone, and throwing the weight for height.
More info on the annual event from The Hawaiian Scottish Association at www.scotshawaii.org.
Saturday April 11th - on Oahu, piper and fiddler David Brewer and Rebecca Lomnicky played at Anna O'Briens (2440 S Beretania St, Honolulu, Hawaii 96826) at 8:30pm. Doors at 8:30 pm, show at 9 pm. irishpubshawaii.com/irishmusic/. The Weekend of the Honolulu Scottish Festival catch this fantastic Scottish Bagpiper and Fiddler duo at Live Anna O’Brien’s Club!
David Brewer is a founding member of the popular west coast Celtic band Molly's Revenge, in California, and has performed nationally and internationally. A Scottish descendant and native of Oregon, David discovered traditional music on public radio at the age of 11. He soon traveled to Scotland to study with master teachers, and has toured nationally with Tomaseen Foley’s Celtic Christmas Show as the featured uilleann piper, and was piper for a west coast tour with Scottish super-group The Old Blind Dogs, was a special guest of the six-time Grammy winning group The Chieftains. David Brewer is unarguably one of the most energetic and charismatic performers of the Scottish pipes in the world today. His pure joy and passion for playing is evident at every show. www.davidbrewermusic.com
Rebecca Lomnicky, originally from Corvallis Oregon, began playing classical violin and piano at age five, discovering Scottish fiddle music only a few years later. In 2005, she won the Junior Division of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Competition, and in 2006 recorded her first CD, The Call, praised by "Dirty Linen" magazine as "technically masterful, and wonderfully melodic."
In 2009, Rebecca won the 20th Annual Glenfiddich International Scottish Fiddle Championship held at Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, Scotland, and she recorded her second CD, 'Inspired', with David Brewer. Rebecca spent half of 2013 living in Edinburgh, Scotland where she played regularly with many local musicians, including members of the Tannahill Weavers, Shooglenifty, and Salsa Celtica. Rebecca is sought after for her technically masterful and passionate playing, her knowledge of Scotland’s history and culture, and the ability to weave these together in lively and exhilarating performance. www.rebeccalomnicky.com
Friday April 10th - The Hawaiian Scottish Association presented their Taste of Scotland Ceilidh at The Willows Restaurant (901 Hausten St. Honolulu), 5-9pm. An early start to give members of the Scottish community and visitors to the Games plenty of good time to socialize. There was Scottish themed food, and wine, beer and the whisky was flowing! Bagpiping from the Celtic Pipes & Drums of Hawaii, and traditional Scottish music from piper and fiddler David Brewer and Rebecca Lomnicky of The Fire. Highland Dancers from all over the world often put on an impromptu show, with piping - the Highland Fling, Sword Dances, strathspeys and reels. More info on this yearly event at www.scotshawaii.org.
Rebecca Lomnicky and David Brewer of The Fire at the Ceilidh
Thursday, April 9th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii presented their Annual Tribute to Princess Ka`iulani. This yearly sunset Tribute to Princess Victoria Kawekiu Lunalilo Kalaninuiahilapalapa Ka'iulani Cleghorn is at 6pm at Mauna ‘Ala, the Royal Mausoleum of Hawaii, in Nuuanu Valley (2261 Nu‘unau Avenue), Honolulu. Princess Ka'iulani (October 16, 1875 – March 6, 1899) was half Hawaiian (her mother being Princess, Miriam Likelike) and half Scottish (her father was entrepreneur, Archibald Cleghorn, last Royal Governor of O'ahu). She was heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Hawaii at the time of the illegal overthrow of the monarchy.
The Highland Dancers from The Margaret Rose School of Dance, often travel from Helensborough, Scotland. Members of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii dance 'The Pikake Lei', written by Bruce McEwan, in honour of Princess Ka'iulani. More details on this annual memorial from The Caledonian Society of Hawaii - Susan MacKinnon at 591-9398, or email susanmack1@mac.com.
Tuesday April 7th - Hamish Burgess had an Irish music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs and traditions about the patron saint of Ireland, from Irish artists and also songs about Ireland on the national day of ancient Eriu.
The show is online Tuesdays - local time for the summer 12-2am (Hawaii), and mainland 3-5am US/Canada West coast, 4-6am Mountain time, 5-7am Central time, 6-8am Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 7-9am, Newfoundland 7.30-9.30am, and 11am - 1pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 12-2pm. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Monday April 6th - was National Tartan Day in North America. Tartan is commonly known as 'plaid' in America.
We hope you all joined us in wearing an item of tartan material that day to remember our heritage. The contribution of the immigrant Scots upon North America is considerable and throughout Canada
and America Scots and their descendants have taken the anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath (1320) as their national date to celebrate their Scottish roots.
The full story of the Hawaii Tartan, created by Douglas Herring on Oahu in September 1997, can be read on our Hawaii Tartan page. As well as the previously available made-to-measure Scottish wool Kilts, it is now available in a lightweight blend in Sashes, Shawls, Fly Plaids, Head Wraps, and Sport Kilts - you can find these items in our "Online Store".
National Tartan Day in Hawaii - folks celebrated National Tartan Day in Hawaii at the Hawaii State Capital in Honolulu, at 3:30pm - 4:30pm. Members of all Celtic organizations in Hawaii were invited to join Brenda K. Reichel, as President of the Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii, to proudly wear their tartans that day. Folks did just that, by wearing kilts and playing the bagpipes at the Hawaii State Capital, in front of the Father Damian Statute.
Sunday April 5th - Hamish Burgess had an Easter special, with traditions of the time of year, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Also a section on the Hawaiian Scottish Festival, with songs about the Scots in Hawaii, and performers at this year's Highland Games (April 11th-12th at Ala Moana Beach Park McCoy Pavilion).
Saturday April 4th - over on Oahu, Melissa Cox & Matt of the band Mythica was at North Shore Country Market in Haleiwa (59 Kamehameha Hwy Haleiwa, HI 96712) at 11:00am. "Come on down for some food and fun at the North Shore Country Market on the grounds of Sunset Beach Elementary School in Haleiwa. I will be performing acoustically. Free to come, tips appreciated for the performers. I will also be doing some hula hooping, so come on by and try!"
Saturday April 4th - Celtic Harpist and Storyteller Patrick Ball performed at 7:30pm in the Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawaii at Manoa in Honolulu (Hawaii 96826). Info 808-956-8246.
Patrick Ball returned to Hawaii with his latest combination of Celtic stories and sounds from his Maplewood harp. Patrick is considered one of the premier Celtic harp players and storytellers in the world. The crystalline, bell-like resonance of the legendary harp is guaranteed to take the listener into the deepest realms of the imagination. www.patrickball.com
Photo by Jon Michael Riley courtesy Patrick Ball
“Through the voice of his Celtic harp, the lilt of his penny whistle, and the brogues of a pubful of characters, contemporary bard Patrick Ball casts a spell ... weaving a pageant out of scraps of stories, researched history, and the raucous dark humor of the Irish.” ~ The Voice, Sonoma County, CA.
Thursday April 2nd - around the island Maui folks heard the sounds of Celtic Harp and Story with Patrick Ball at Maui Public Libraries. Patrick performed at Makawao Library (Tel. 573-8785) at 10am, Kihei Library (Tel. 875-6833) at 3pm, and Wailuku Library (Tel. 243-5766) at 6.30pm. For more information, contact a hosting library.
Patrick Ball returned to Hawaii with his latest combination of Celtic stories and sounds from his Maplewood harp. Patrick is considered one of the premier Celtic harp players and storytellers in the world. The crystalline, bell-like resonance of the legendary harp is guaranteed to take the listener into the deepest realms of the imagination. Patrick tours extensively throughout the United States and Canada, entertaining audiences of all ages. He has recorded nine instrumental and three spoken word albums which have sold well over one-half million copies and earned national awards in both the music and spoken word categories. www.patrickball.com
This 45-minute program was suitable for ages 5 and older. A production of the University of Hawaii at Manoa Outreach College’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program with additional funding provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, and the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Wednesday April 1st - over on Lanai, folks had a rare treat of Celtic Harp and Story with Patrick Ball at Lanai Public & School Library at 1:30 p.m. More details tel. 808-565-7920
Tuesday March 31st - Hamish Burgess had a Celtic Tour of North America on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs and traditions about the patron saint of Ireland, from Irish artists and also songs about Ireland on the national day of ancient Eriu.
Sunday March 30th - Hamish Burgess played Celtic music from all over, on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com.
Saturday March 29th - The Friends of St.Patrick and The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held their Kilted Classic Golf Tournament at Pearl Country Club - a fun day of superb golf, food, beverages, and prizes! Registration began at 10:00am, the putting contest begins at 11:00am, and the first tee times begin around 11:30-11:45am. The tournament format will be individual scores using the Peoria scoring system. They will provide a continental breakfast, box lunch, and a dinner buffet, and complimentary beverages also included.
In addition to the putting contest (for a chance to win $5000.00), there will be four closest-to-the-pin contests and a long drive contest. There will also be four hole-in-one prizes (including the Grand Prize, which is a trip for two golfers/two guests to Scotland with rounds of golf at St Andrews), raffle prizes, and a silent auction. And, of course, there will be a prize for the best kilted golfer!
Tournament entry is $170 for individuals or $660 if you sign up a foursome (a savings of $5 per person).
The entry includes all of the above plus green fee, golf cart, tournament shirt, and a tournament gift bag. The deadline for entry is March 20, 2015. To pay via check, please contact The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii, c/o Kelly Griffith, 66 Queen St #2703, Honolulu, HI 96813. To pay via credit card, please visit http://fosphawaii.ning.com/events. For any questions on the tournament, please email Kelly Griffith at kiltedclassic@icloud.com. Please let him know if you or someone you know would like to help provide tournament sponsorship, donate tournament prizes or items for our silent auction, and/or volunteer to help work the event.
Friday March 27th - The Hawaiian Scottish Association presented their Grand Scotch Tour at The Willows Restaurant (901 Hausten St. Honolulu), 5.30-8.30pm. Featuring an impressive selection of Scotch Whisky and heavy Pupus. Tickets $75 advance/$85 at the door. Reservations Willows 808-952-9200. More info on this yearly event at www.scotshawaii.org.
Sunday March 22nd - over on Oahu, there was a IRISH SESSION & CEILI DANCING at Jefferson Hall lanai at the University of Hawaii at Manoa 2:00-4:00pm. They had a great time and this is developing into a nice tradition.
Musicians - open call for anyone who might be interested in participating in session-style playing. - please contact Clark Ratliffe at Celtic Waves 808-386-5645 or celticwaves@gmail.com.
All Hawaii Irish Dance dancers, friends, family members, and newcomers are invited to the casual ceili - please wear comfortable shoes that will stay on your feet as you dance - dances will be taught. Contact Nicole Wilder at Hawaii Irish Dance 540-850-0745.
Tuesday March 17th - Hamish Burgess had a St.Patrick's Day Irish music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs and traditions about the patron saint of Ireland, from Irish artists and also songs about Ireland on the national day of ancient Eriu.
Tuesday March 17th - was ST.PATRICK'S DAY ON MAUI !!
SOUTH MAUI had the biggest bash starting at noon with the annual St. Paddy's Day Party at Mulligan's on the Blue in Wailea. The craic was mighty at our local Irish Pub!
Poster courtesy Mulligans
The fun started with The Rambling Rovers at noon, featuring Dubhan Clark on the bodhran and whistles, and fiddlers Rona Landrigan and Kristin Sherwood, and Peter Della Croce on the guitar. They were later joined by Roger McKinley on the Scottish smallpipes and whistle. Then house band The Celtic Tigers rocked the early evening, followed by Fish Tank, and finally The Willie K Band to close the night. There was a Best Hat contest, Best Leprechaun contest, and much more! Call 874-1131 for more details, or visit www.mulligansontheblue.com.
WEST MAUI festivities were happening at Fleetwood's on Front St. in Lahaina. Starting with Mad Bagpiper Roger McKinley on the rooftop with his sunset ceremony, then lots of piping throughout the night from the Isle of Maui Pipe Band, playing several times on the rooftop, in the main restaurant, and outside on the street. Later there was music from Kona Storm with a highlight being the Mad Bagpiper himself, Roger McKinley, playing 'Shipping Up To Boston' with the band.
Poster courtesy Fleetwoods on Front Street
Roger McKinley also rocked the Lahaina Yacht Club with his bagpipes when he joined the band Fred's Garage for a few classic rock songs.
CENTRAL MAUI had local Maui group Upcountry Celtic playing at the Kahului Ale House.
Sunday March 17th - was ST.PATRICK'S DAY ON OAHU !!
The Friends of St.Patrick held their annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade through Waikiki. Free to participate. Irish bloodline not required--everyone is Irish on St. Paddy's Day! Meet on Kalakaua by Fort DeRussy (just before Saratoga Rd) by 11:00am. Step-off is at NOON sharp. Wear green and/or kilts, comfortable shoes, hat, & sunblock. The route is approximately one mile. For those who would like to participate but can't walk it, Parade Chairman Nelson Lampert (kerlampert@aol.com) is organizing rides in participating convertibles. You may bring candy, beads, etc. to hand out to the crowd if you wish (no throwing of objects to the crowd).
No alcohol. No need to RSVP. Just show up if you can. Bring friends/family--the parade is a family-friendly event. Afterparty at Kelley O'Neil's, then Murphy's Street Party Downtown in the evening. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
St.Patrick's Day Parade in Honolulu, Hawaii 2015
Photo courtesy Reed Gillmor Bowman
Meanwhile downtown.....the annual Honolulu St. Patrick's Day Block Party was getting going - the biggest Hawaii Irish bash and the last place on the planet (this side of the dateline) to celebrate St.Patrick's Day ! Every year Murphy's Bar and Grill sponsors a FREE all afternoon/evening block party in downtown Honolulu's Irish Corner at Nuuanu Avenue and Merchant Street - www.gomurphys.com. Always a blast the block party starts around 5:30pm when the Streets are closed on Nuuanu, Merchant and Marin Lanes. Live music includes the Doolin Rakes and Elephant on the streets. Libations are by Guinness, Harp, Killlian’s, Coors Light, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Pabst Blue Ribbon, Coors Light, Jamesons and Barefoot Wines. Live Music, great food, clothing and fun pervades the streets. There is a full day of Irish Music at O’Toole’s “the Party within the Party”, starting at 1pm with the Kaimana Ceili Band, followed at 4pm by Kieran Murphy and topped off with Honolulu’s own Doolin Rakes. The Street party should run until 11pm.
All week visiting troubador Kieran Murphy from New York, was playing at all the Irish music pubs, with traditional songs and his own originals.
Kieran Murphy in Honolulu (right)
O’Toole’s Irish Pub, Kelley O’Neil’s and the Irish Rose Saloon had Irish music throughout the week of St Patrick’s featuring: visiting artists Kieran Murphy, and Jayder Kalk & the Church of Cash. Local artists Kaimana Ceili, Celtic Waves, Whiskey Starship, Doolin Rakes, and Hooligan's Harp.
Full calendar at http://www.irishpubhawaii.com/
Sunday March 15th - Hamish Burgess had a St.Patrick's Day Irish music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs and traditions about the patron saint of Ireland, from Irish artists and also songs about Ireland on the national day of ancient Eriu.
The show is online - local time for the summer 10am-12pm (Hawaii), and mainland 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 5-7pm, Newfoundland 5.30-7.30pm, and 9-11pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 10pm-12am. Chat live with Hamish during the show on Facebook - be a friend at Hamish Douglas Burgess, or be a fan of The Maui Celtic Show. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers. The show repeats on Monday's 10am-12pm EST, and Fridays 12-2pm EST on Blues & Roots Radio.
Saturday March 14th - Maui's Mad Bagpiper Roger McKinley got folks in St.Patrick's Day mood at the Royal Lahaina Golf Club, and joined the band Fred's Garage for a few classic rock songs to entertain the Rotary Club.
Saturday March 14th - Big Island folks saw the 2nd Annual St. Patricks Day Parade in Hilo, Hawaii. Building on the first Parade last year, another successful day was had in Hilo the Saturday before St.Patrick's Day, with marchers from local organizations, pipers, and The Whirlyjigs, dancers from the Nash Irish Dance School, sporting Hawaii Tartan supplied by Maui Celtic.
St.Patrick's Day Parade in Hilo, Hawaii 2015
Photo courtesy Sean O'Phelan
Sean Ryan O Phelan is organizer of the St.Patrick's Parade on the Big Island. He is looking for volunteers and participants as well as donations to help cover the cost of putting on the next parade (paying for traffic control, PSA's and other media advertising as well as supplies, etc). Show your support by adding ideas and suggestions and offering some time up to help with organization. His dream is to have everyone on the Big Island participate in this important and exciting event. He needs people and talents of all different types to be a part of this. 20% of the money they raise for the parade, goes directly to the Special Olympics Red Waves in Hilo HI. Please contact Sean at 808-854-3443 or email ophelansean@gmail.com.
Saturday March 14th - over on Oahu, Celtic Waves kicked off St.Patrick's week at Wards Rafters 7:30–9:30pm. A big house party at 3810 Maunaloa Ave. (between 15th and 16th), up the stairs to the rafters. The craic was mighty near Diamond Head that night.
Saturday March 14th - also on Oahu, The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held their Annual Meeting at St.Andrew's Cathedral in the Van Holt room at 10.30am. More info Cesci Wang at saintandrewsociety@hawaii.rr.com, or call 808-381-7216.
Sunday March 8th - Hamish Burgess had a St.Piran's Day Cornish Celtic music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming worldwide on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com.
Songs from Cornish artists and songs about Cornwall on the national day of ancient Kernow.
Saturday March 7th - The Friends of St.Patrick held their Annual Emerald Ball at the Manoa Grand Ballroom Japanese Cultural Center (2424 S.Beretania, Honolulu), starting at 5pm. There were cocktails, pupus, dinner, a silent auction and raffle, and Irish/Celtic music. This non-formal ball is the key gathering of the Irish Community in Hawaii every year. The dinner event encouraged Celtic Dress, or Aloha attire, and the opportunity to dress up.
The Friends of St.Patrick annual Emerald Ball
The Evening Program began with FOSP Board Introductions, led in by the Celtic Pipes & Drums of Hawaii. Then toasts, a blessing, and dinner, accompanied by Irish harpist Helen Loftus.
MC James McCarthy directed the evening, with entertainment provided by himself, the Celtic Waves, Helen Loftus, Hawaii Irish Dance, and the Celtic Pipes & Drums of Hawaii. A great night of entertainment, dinner and friends, and the Society presenting their first lady Irish Person of the Year Award to Lisa Gomes.
Lisa Gomes - Irish Person of the Year
For more info on the yearly event, please visit http://fosphawaii.ning.com/events, and click on the Emerald Ball image. For Reservations, call Mr. Bill Comerford, 808-223-3997.
Sunday March 1st - Hamish Burgess had a St.David's Day Welsh Celtic music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com.
Songs from Welsh artists and songs about Wales on the national day of ancient Cymru.
Saturday Feb 28th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held an Hawaiian-Scottish Recipe Contest & 2014 SERG Report from 5:30-9pm at St.Clement’s Parish Hall, 1515 Wilder Ave., Honolulu. Includes catered meal. Colleen Patton will report on her SERG experience in Scotland in the summer of 2014.
"As you prepare your holiday foods this year and remember your grandmother’s holiday food specialties, brainstorm about what ingredients you might combine if you made an entry for our Hawaiian-Scottish (local) Recipe Contest. Would you put haggis into Loco Moco? What tropical fruits might make a yummy Trifle or Dundee cake? Would Okinawan sweet potatoes mash into Stovies or Clapshot? When your creative brain starts producing ideas, and you start turning pages in your cookbooks, then experiment. Have fun actually trying out some possibilities. You might come up with something absolutely great! Or at least you may create something to get a chuckle over. Either result could become a winning contest entry. The recipe contest in February is open to every member, so give it a try and play with food creativity." Hawaiian-Scottish Recipe Contest Rules:
1. Create an original mixed Hawaiian---Scottish (local) recipe by using one or more local ingredients in a Scottish recipe or one or more typically Scottish ingredients in a local recipe.
2. Contest open to Society members and persons sponsored by a Society member. Each person may enter up to 2 recipes. Each entrant will receive a thank you prize.
3. Recipes will be judged in one of 4 categories: Pupu or Snack Food; Soups; Main Dishes; Desserts or Sweets. One winner in each category will receive a choice of a Scottish cookbook or a bottle of Scotch whisky.
4. Original Hawaiian-Scottish fusion recipes are to be submitted in written form (electronically or in hard copy) by Feb. 16, 2015, along with a completed entry form. Devisors will bring a prepared dish made from the recipe to the contest on Feb 28.
5. Judges will not see the names of the devisors before or during the judging. Judging will be based on criteria such as originality and creativity, successful blending of flavors, and ease of reproduction of the dish for home cooks or others in Hawaii. Decisions of the judges are final.
6. Devisors will agree to allow The Caledonian Society to make future use of any recipe submitted including possible publication in a Society collection of Hawaiian-Scottish recipes if selected.
Sunday Feb 22nd - Hamish Burgess had a new Celtic muisc on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Interviews and songs from Nuala Kennedy & Eamon O'Leary, who recently played in Honolulu. Also interview and tracks from bagpipe rockers Celtic Fusion Illusion from Edmonton, Alberta Canada, who Hamish met on his travels with underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Saturday Feb 21st - The Friends of St.Patrick held an Irish Humour Meeting at 3:30pm at the Celtic Room of O'Toole's. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday Feb 17th - Hamish Burgess broadcast a Vancouver BC Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. this week with Celtic music from Vancouver, BC, and a feature on the Cape Breton band Coig, who he interviewed at the Rogue Folk Club in Vancouver in 2014.
The show is online Tuesdays - local time for the winter 1-3am (Hawaii), and mainland 3-5am US/Canada West coast, 4-6am Mountain time, 5-7am Central time, 6-8am Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 7-9am, Newfoundland 7.30-9.30am, and 11am - 1pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 12-2pm. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday Feb 15th - Hamish Burgess had a Valentines pt.2 and an Irish Rovers '50 Years' special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Interview and songs with George Millar, founder of the legendary The Irish Rovers, from the triple CD "The Irish Rovers - 50 Years" anthology. Also a few more songs and tunes from Valentines Day.
The show will be online - local time for the winter 11am-1pm (Hawaii), and mainland 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 5-7pm, Newfoundland 5.30-7.30pm, and 9-11pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 10pm-12am. Chat live with Hamish during the show on Facebook - be a friend at Hamish Douglas Burgess, or be a fan of The Maui Celtic Show. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers. The show repeats on Monday's 10am-12pm EST, and Fridays 12-2pm EST on Blues & Roots Radio.
Saturday February 14th - Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O’Leary were giving Music Workshops in Flute, Guitar and Irish Songs. Cost is $30 per class.
Guitar: Eamon O’Leary (Intermediate & above) at the Coffee Line Café at Atherton YMCA on University Ave. 12:00 Noon to 1:15PM
Irish Flute: Nuala Kennedy (Intermediate & above) location TBA. 12:00 Noon to 1:15 PM
Irish Songs -Voice (All levels): (Nuala and Eamon) at Coffee Line Café at Atherton YMCA on University Ave. 1:30-2:45PM.
Please email Abby at abigail@flex.com beginning February 1st to pre-register & reserve a space. Please send a message with your full name, a contact telephone number, and which class(es) you will attend. Classes are taught by ear, so please bring a recording device if you have one, and pen and paper!
Friday February 13th - over on Oahu, top Irish trad musicians Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O'Leary played upstairs at Anna O'Brien's in Honolulu. Vocalist Nuala, also a whistle and flute player brings her wonderful versions of Irish music with vocalist and guitar player Eamon O'Leary to Honolulu for one night only. Tickets available at the door - $15.00 general public / $12.00 for members of The Friends of St.Patrick, Students and Military. They are also available at Anna O'Brien's, Irish Rose Saloon, Kelley O'Neil's and O'Toole's. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O' Leary - Long time friends and musical collaborators, these Irish singers have toured together in the United States both in duo and as part of 'The Alt', a new trio alongside guitarist John Doyle. Both highly respected members of the traditional music community, they are noted for their instrumental skills as well as their diverse repertoire of traditional and contemporary songs. Known for their relaxed stage presence and understated virtuosity, they present a timeless selection of songs and instrumental pieces featuring flute, whistles, bouzouki, guitar and vocal harmonies.
Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O' Leary
Nuala Kennedy (flutes, whistles, vocals) - this traditional singer, flute player, tunesmith and songwriter grew up playing music in Dundalk, Ireland and later moved to Edinburgh, Scotland. The combination of the best of two cultures, Scotland and Ireland, is what has made Nuala the artist she is today. In 2011 Nuala completed a Masters Degree in Composition and Performance and the result was an even deeper understanding of, and commitment to traditional music, which is evident in the powerful performances she gives, wherever she is on tour.
Nuala released her third solo record 'Noble Stranger' (Compass Records) in 2012 to critical acclaim. The Nuala Kennedy Band were nominees in the 2013 BBC Alba Scottish Traditional Folk Awards. www.nualakennedy.com
Eamon O' Leary (guitar, bouzouki, vocals) - while growing up in Dublin, Eamon developed an interest in Irish music through his friendship with Emer, Breda and John Mayock, a noted family of Irish traditional musicians from Co. Mayo. His first instrument was the guitar, which he started playing while in his teens. When he moved to New York City in 1991, he met guitarist John Doyle, fiddle player Patrick Ourceau and other New York based musicians, and has since become a fixture in the city's thriving Irish music scene. Eamon is a highly respected accompanist as well as a talented singer-songwriter and interpreter of traditional Irish song. www.eamonoleary.com
Sunday Feb 8th - Mulligans on the Blue held their annual Robbie Burns Night 6pm to 9pm with traditional Irish band Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfetones at 7pm.
The festivities started at 6pm. Burns history and poems from Prakash McKay and Cameron Keys, and the Mad Bagpiper Roger McKinley will be the ceremoniously piping in the Haggis ! Whisky toasts and then Celtic music. Enjoy a great mix of traditional songs, tunes and storytelling with top Irish traditional band Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfetones, who play some Scottish songs too! For reservations call 874-1131, or contact www.mulligansontheblue.com.
Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones
Nominated in 2009 as Ireland's Best Traditional Irish Folk Group, touring over 400 concerts in 2010 and 2011, throughout 10 different countries, Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfe Tones are known throughout the world for their quality musical presentation of Irish Patriotic Songs & Traditional Irish Music with top class fiery introductions from their lead singer, song writer and storyteller, Derek Warfield. He enjoyed success for some 40 years with the Wolfe Tones, before heading on the road with his current band - he is now joined on stage by some of the finest Irish musicians and singers from a younger generation. www.derekwarfield.com
Derek Warfield, and Damaris Woods of the Young Wolfe Tones
Damaris Woods plays the tenor Banjo, hails from Co. Meath, and is one of the finest musicians and teachers in Ireland. Talented Singer-guitarist Peadar Hickey hails from Dublin and has been playing traditional Irish Music in New York City. The lineup is completed by the appearance of the Irish American member of the band Dan Lowery, who hails from Co. Dallas in Texas ! Dan is a multi- talented Flute and Tin-Whistle Player, guitarist/ singer and vocalist who hails from a family rich in musical tradition, song and sport and Dan's family hail from Co. Cork. www.theyoungwolfetones.com.
Sunday Feb 8th - Hamish Burgess had a Valentines Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs, tunes and traditions of St.Valentine, the patron saint of lovers. Not all slow love songs - some of these rocked Celtic style!
Friday Feb 6th - top Irish band Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfetones played an all-ages dinner show 6pm to 9pm at Mulligans on the Blue in Wailea. Folks heard a great mix of traditional Irish songs, tunes and storytelling !
Nominated in 2009 as Ireland's Best Traditional Irish Folk Group, touring over 400 concerts in 2010 and 2011, throughout 10 different countries, Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfe Tones are known throughout the world for their quality musical presentation of Irish Patriotic Songs & Traditional Irish Music with top class fiery introductions from their lead singer, song writer and storyteller, Derek Warfield. He enjoyed success for some 40 years with the Wolfe Tones, before heading on the road with his current band - he is now joined on stage by some of the finest Irish musicians and singers from a younger generation. www.derekwarfield.com
Derek Warfield, and Damaris Woods of the Young Wolfe Tones
Damaris Woods plays the tenor Banjo, hails from Co. Meath, and is one of the finest musicians and teachers in Ireland. Talented Singer-guitarist Peadar Hickey hails from Dublin and has been playing traditional Irish Music in New York City. The lineup is completed by the appearance of the newest member of the band Dan O'Sullivan, who hails from Dublin ! Dan is a multi- talented Flute and Whistle Player, and Uileann piper who hails from a family rich in musical tradition, song and sport and Dan's family hail from Co. Cork. www.theyoungwolfetones.com.
Friday Feb 6th - saw Celtic duo Magical Strings In Concert at Makawao Union Church at 7pm.
Folks traveled with Magical Strings, Pam & Philip Boulding, to experience the Magic of Ireland in music and verse. With Celtic harps, hammered dulcimers, concertina, accordion and whistles, the duo shared their new compositions and stories inspired by their journeys to Ireland and beyond.
Saturday Feb 7th - Philip Boulding also hosted a harp workshop 10am-noon, "From Ireland to Slack Key". Beginners and advanced players journeyed from haunting Irish airs and dance tunes with ornamentation to Hawaiian slack key style for harp! For workshop information email philtheharper@gmail.com.
Philip and Pam Boulding founded Magical Strings in 1978, beginning their tradition of family Celtic Yuletide concerts with their five children. They have performed throughout the United States, Canada, Ireland and Japan, toured and recorded with Dan Fogelberg, appeared on Garrison Keillor’s “A Prairie Home Companion,” and recorded over 20 albums on four labels. They are celebrating 36 years with their newest release, "Longing for Ireland", a soulful journey from the enchantment of Ireland's landscape to the haunting spaces above the sea.
Pam & Philip Boulding of Magical Strings in Napili
Over 30 years ago, Philip became inspired by the music of Keola Beamer, and proceeded to develop a style of slack-key music for the Celtic harp, which later developed into a collaboration with Keola on their recording “Islands Calling.” Philip and Pam also design and build Celtic harps, run the School of Magical Strings, and host the Magic Hill Summer Harp Camp and Summer Fairy School on their beautiful 5-acre home in the Northwest overlooking the Puget Sound.
Tuesday Feb 3rd - Hamish Burgess broadcast an Imbolc Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show this week on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs and traditions of the ancient Celtic festival of IMBOLC (see below).
The show is online Tuesdays - local time for the winter 1-3am (Hawaii), and mainland 3-5am US/Canada West coast, 4-6pm Mountain time, 5-7am Central time, 6-8am Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 7-9am, Newfoundland 7.30-9.30am, and 11am - 1pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 12-2pm. Chat with Hamish (if he's up!) during the show on Facebook at The Maui Celtic Show page. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Monday Feb 2nd - over on Oahu, fresh from Honolulu gigs, top Irish band Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfetones had a meet and greet at 6.00pm in the Celtic Room at O'Toole's Irish Pub (902 Nuuanu Ave) for members of The Friends of St.Patrick and friends. They hosted a chat, some craic and a beer or two!!!! More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Sunday Feb 1st - Hamish Burgess had an Imbolc Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs and traditions of the ancient Celtic festival of IMBOLC, which is on the eve of February 1st, marking the beginning of Spring, associated with the goddess Brighid, Brigit, or Bride, divinity of healing and childbirth, smithcraft and the hearth. Brighid is an important link between the Old Ways and the Celtic Christian church, and the hearth tradition continued in the form of St. Brigit of Kildare, who founded a monastery there, where a sacred flame, tended by nuns, burnt continuously from the 5th century until the Reformation, hundreds of years later. In Ireland, her tradition continues at Imbolc time to this day, with woven wicker-work crosses, "Brigit's Crosses", being hung by doorways.
“IMBOLC” © Hamish Burgess 2011
The show will be online - local time for the winter 11am-1pm (Hawaii), and mainland 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 5-7pm, Newfoundland 5.30-7.30pm, and 9-11pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 10pm-12am. Chat live with Hamish during the show on Facebook - be a friend at Hamish Douglas Burgess, or be a fan of The Maui Celtic Show. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers. The show repeats on Monday's 10am-12pm EST, and Fridays 12-2pm EST on Blues & Roots Radio.
Saturday Jan
31st - top Irish band Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfetones played at 8pm at The Irish Rose Saloon in Honolulu. A great mix of traditional Irish songs, tunes and storytelling !
Derek Warfield, and Damaris Woods of the Young Wolfe Tones
Nominated in 2009 as Ireland's Best Traditional Irish Folk Group, touring over 400 concerts in 2010 and 2011, throughout 10 different countries, Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfe Tones are known throughout the world for their quality musical presentation of Irish Patriotic Songs & Traditional Irish Music with top class fiery introductions from their lead singer, song writer and storyteller, Derek Warfield. He enjoyed success for some 40 years with the Wolfe Tones, before heading on the road with his current band - he is now joined on stage by some of the finest Irish musicians and singers from a younger generation. www.derekwarfield.com
Damaris Woods plays the tenor Banjo, hails from Co. Meath, and is one of the finest musicians and teachers in Ireland. Talented Singer-guitarist Peadar Hickey hails from Dublin and has been playing traditional Irish Music in New York City. The lineup is completed by the appearance of the Irish American member of the band Dan Lowery, who hails from Co. Dallas in Texas ! Dan is a multi- talented Flute and Tin-Whistle Player, guitarist/ singer and vocalist who hails from a family rich in musical tradition, song and sport and Dan's family hail from Co. Cork. www.theyoungwolfetones.com. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Friday Jan 30th - top Irish band Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfetones played at Anna O'Brien's in Honolulu. Band info above. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday Jan 27th - no Maui Celtic Radio Show this week on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, as they were streaming live coverage of Scotland's premier winter music festival Celtic Connections, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Held at venues around Glasgow featuring Celtic acts and the best new talent - more than 200 events over 18 days. The world's biggest and most famous Celtic music festival, with artists from many Celtic nations - www.celticconnections.com.
Sunday January 25th - was ROBERT BURNS NIGHT ON MAUI. Local folks joined Scots worldwide by celebrating the famous Scottish poet's 256th birthday !
Maui Celtic's 11th annual Robert Burns Night was again this year at Fleetwood's on Front St. in the dining room of Mick Fleetwood's (of Fleetwood Mac fame) restaurant in Lahaina, West Maui. Roger McKinley was bagpiping at sunset on the rooftop bar, before joining MC Hamish Burgess who introduced the evening, starting with the Isle of Maui Pipe Band who played a great set - their youngest member is 11 years old ! - www.isleofmauipipeband.com.
Scottish history professor Dr.Dubhan Clark, from the University of Hawaii and Glasgow University, gave a talk on Robert Burns. Then came the 'Selkirk Grace' followed by the ceremonious piping in the Haggis by Roger McKinley with Burns anthem 'A Man's A Man For A' That', in procession with the honorable Whisky Bearer Dr.Dubhan Clark, and the Traditional Haggis Bearer, Fleetwood's own Chef. The 'Address to the Haggis' was nicelty read by visiting Scotsman Sandy, followed by the first toast 'To The Haggis'!
Roger McKinley piping in the Haggis at Fleetwoods 2013
Whisky buffs had a treat toasting, with Roger McKinley explaining the nuances of the special flight of 7 high quality scotch drams, different for each toast. After traditional Scottish music from fiddlers Rona Landrigan and Kristin Sherwood, with Dubhan Clark on the bodhran, the toasts continued - 'To Scotland', 'To Hawaii', and 'To Fleetwood's on Front St.', then the essential 'To the Immortal Memory of Robert Burns', introduced by MC Hamish. A highlight was 13 yr old piper Innes Asher piping for his younger sister Iona Asher, who perfomed a great Highland Fling. Then Marianne Asher sang a Gaelic duet with daughter Iona. Before it was too late for the wee ones, Marianne led the party in singing the Burns classic 'Auld Lang Syne', with Hamish encouraging the traditional swinging of joined hands with crossed arms for the whole room! For the last two toasts of the evening, audience member Kingsley then read the 'Address to the Lassies', and Dr.Clark's daughter Chelsea McInnis read the 'Response to the Lassies'. Then came more traditional music with the Burns Night Session with fiddlers Rona and Kristin Sherwood, with Dubhan on the bodhran, and Roger McKinley on the Scottish smallpipes.
A night of Kilts, piping, Highland dancing, and local Celtic music all served up with the regular great food at Fleetwood's, or the Burns Night special of Haggis, neeps & tatties - the craic was mighty!
Thanks to Roger McKinley for organizing the third Burns Night at Fleetwoods, to the musicians for their great music, and to the chef for the fine-looking haggis! More on Fleetwoods online at Fleetwood's on Front St., located at 744 Front Street, Lahaina, 96761. Tel: 808-669-MICK(6425).
Sunday January 25th - on Oahu there was the Inaugural Meeting of the new Celtic Book Club from 4-6pm in the Celtic Room behind O'Toole's Irish Pub in Downtown Honolulu (902 Nuuanu Ave). More info 808-721-6650.
Sunday Jan 25th - Hamish Burgess had a Robert Burns Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Hamish played Robert Burns compositions set to great Celtic music, and talked about Scotland's famous poet who's birthday is on January 25th. He featured interviews from Burns performers Jim Malcolm, Ed Miller, and Eddi Reader, amongst the host of other traditional singers.
The show will be online - local time for the winter 11am-1pm (Hawaii), and mainland 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 5-7pm, Newfoundland 5.30-7.30pm, and 9-11pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 10pm-12am. Chat live with Hamish during the show on Facebook - be a friend at Hamish Douglas Burgess, or be a fan of The Maui Celtic Show. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers. The show repeats on Monday's 10am-12pm EST, and Fridays 12-2pm EST on Blues & Roots Radio.
Saturday January 24th - on Oahu The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held their annual Robert Burns Night : Rabbie, Tam and Cutty Sark at the Oahu Country Club at 5:00pm. Folks put on their best Highland attire and entered the spooky world of Tam O’Shanter!
The Oahu Country Club transformed into a Scottish castle with the The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii entering from 'the moors of Scotland'. A theatrical rendering of the epic poem 'Tam O’Shanter' (1791) was performed, the poetic music of Burns sung, and traditional dances by Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii. The Evening started with the cocktail hour at 5:00pm this year. The quality of the food & the Club itself, the Committee’s creative entertainment efforts, and of course the camaraderie of all the guests, made this a memorable evening. More info call Susan MacKinnon at 808-591-9398.
'This truth fand honest Tam o' Shanter,
As he frae Ayr ae night did canter,
(Auld Ayr, wham ne'er a town surpasses
For honest men and bonie lasses.)
She prophesied that late or soon,
Thou could be found deep drown'd in Doon;
Or catch'd wi' warlocks in the mirk,
By Alloway's auld haunted kirk.' – Robert Burns
Wednesday January 21st - on Oahu there was a Whiskey Tasting at Anna O'Brien's in Honolulu at 6:30pm. It started at 6:30 promptly as there was a Comedy Show following at 8:00pm. Featured Whiskies: Irish - Redbreast 12 & Green Spot Single Pot Still. Scotch - Glenlivet 15 & Abelour 12. North American - Lot 40 Canadian Rye & Pike Creek Canadian. For more info email whiskey@irishpubhawaii.com or call 808-521-4712.
Tuesday Jan 20th - no Maui Celtic Radio Show this week on Celtic Music Radio 95FM Glasgow, Scotland, as they were streaming live coverage of Scotland's premier winter music festival Celtic Connections, at www.celticmusicradio.net. Held at venues around Glasgow featuring Celtic acts and the best new talent - more than 200 events over 18 days. The world's biggest and most famous Celtic music festival, with artists from many Celtic nations - www.celticconnections.com.
Sunday January 18th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held a Preview of their 50th Anniversary Year, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Hokua Condominium’s Ocean Terrace (1288 Ala Moana Blvd). Folks learnt about the rules and categories for the “Hawaiian Scottish Recipe Contest” and thumbed through Scottish recipe books. They also previewed the 50th Anniversary T-shirt logo and pre-ordered shirts. Lillian Cunningham was available to teach how to make rosettes on sashes for the Burns Dinner. Folks enjoyed a Drambuie (or two), and soup was be provided at no charge! More info please email Susan at - susanmack1@mac.com, or call 808-591-9398.
Sunday Jan 18th - Hamish Burgess had a second Kiwi Celtic Music Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. This week with Celtic music from New Zealand, collected on his recent trip there with show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Saturday January 17th - The Friends of St.Patrick held a Ceade Mile Failte (100,000 Welcomes) Meeting at 3:30pm at the Celtic Room of O'Toole's, to honor and recognize newly acquired members from the past year, as well Lifetime Members.
That was followed at
7:30pm by a Guinness Toast and Irish Joke Contest at O'Toole's. (Every third Saturday through February). There was a new format this time - a Joke and Toast Contest. Compete in either or both, all contestants eligible for the Toast Contest in March, where they give away a Trip to Las Vegas. Tell a joke or give a toast whatever strikes your fancy! More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday Jan 13th - our very own Hamish had all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, broadcasting across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net.
The show is online Tuesdays - local time for the winter 1-3am (Hawaii), and mainland 3-5am US/Canada West coast, 4-6pm Mountain time, 5-7am Central time, 6-8am Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 7-9am, Newfoundland 7.30-9.30am, and 11am - 1pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 12-2pm. Chat with Hamish (if he's up!) during the show on Facebook at The Maui Celtic Show page. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday Jan 11th - Hamish Burgess had all new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com.
Saturday January 10th - on Oahu there was a HAWAII IRISH DANCE Ceili & Dinner with music by Celtic Waves and Whiskey Starship at Anna O'Brien's Pub (2440 S. Beretania St, Honolulu) 3-8pm. Starting the new year off right with dancing, great music, and tasty food at the Ceili !
Hawaii Irish Dance: "At our ceili event, each dance is taught to participants, and then instructions called out as the dance is performed. If you would like to learn footwork or try some ceili dancing before this event, please consider joining us for our beginner classes. However, this is absolutely not required and everyone will be invited to dance our events, regardless of experience."
Buffet-style dinner was around 5pm, and the bar was open for drinks throughout the evening. www.hawaiiirishdance.com. More info email hawaii.irishdance@gmail.com.
Tuesday Jan 6th - our very own Hamish had a Nollaig na mBan/Women's Christmas feature, as well as a World Exclusive on new duo Can Cala on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, broadcasting across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. Songs and traditions of the little-known holiday on Jan 6th in Ireland. Also interview and 2 unreleased tracks from Gaelic singing duo Can Cala from Vancouver BC, as well as other new and older Celtic music.
Sunday Jan 4th - Hamish Burgess had a Nollaig na mBan/Women's Christmas feature, as well as a World Exclusive on new duo Can Cala on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs and traditions of the little-known holiday on Jan 6th in Ireland. Also interview and 2 unreleased tracks from Gaelic singing duo Can Cala from Vancouver BC, as well as other new and older Celtic music.
2014
Tuesday Dec 30th 2014 - our very own Hamish had a Boxing Day/St.Stephen's or Wren Day/Hogmanay or New Year Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, broadcasting across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with Songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
Sunday Dec 28th - Hamish Burgess had a Boxing Day/St.Stephen's or Wren Day/Hogmanay or New Year Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. More songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
Saturday December 27th - over on Oahu, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held a Pre-Hogmanay Ceilidh , hosted by Elspeth Kerr from 4-7pm in the spacious and beautiful Penthouse at 1001 Wilder Ave., Honolulu. Festivities began at 4pm with games and puzzles and continued with entertainment by attendees. There was a light catered supper. Call Jeannie Ferrier at 808-593-0966 for more information.
Thursday December 25th - Hamish and Jennifer at Maui Celtic wish you all a happy and safe holiday season. Cheers !
Hawaiian - MELE KALIKIMAKA ME KA HAUOLI MAKAHIKI HOU
Scots Gaelic - Nollaig Chridheil agus Bliadhna Mhath Ur
Irish - Nollaig Shona agus Bliain Nua Mhaith
Manx - Nollick Ghennal as Blein Vie Noa
Welsh - Nadolig LLawen a Blwyddyn Newydd Dda
Cornish - Nadelik Looan na Blydhen Nowydh Da
Breton - Nedeleg Laouen na Bloav Ezh Mat
Galician - Bon Nadal e Bo Ani Novo
Asturian - Feliz Nadal y prósperu Añu Nuevu
Tuesday Dec 23rd - our very own Hamish had a Winter Solstice/Yuletide/Christmas Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, broadcasting across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with Songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
Sunday Dec 21st - Hamish Burgess had a Winter Solstice/Yuletide/Christmas Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. More songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
Friday December 19th - over on Oahu, the The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii Holiday Pub Crawl started at 6pm at Murphy's, downtown Honolulu, and ending at O'Tooles. Free event, pay-as-you-go, with Kilts encouraged. Great craic and holiday spirits!
Tuesday Dec 16th - our very own Hamish had a Yuletide/Christmas Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, broadcasting across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with Songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
Sunday December 14th - on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick and The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii had a Combined Christmas Party from 4-8pm at Fergusons Pub (729 Bishop Street, Honolulu). Membership not required and everyone was welcome! The first drink was on the FOSP!! Folks brought dishes to share, and unwrapped toys for a children which were donated to Kapiolani Women and Children's hospital. Kilts/Celtic attire were the order of the evening. And there was caroling! The evening was well attended with about 80 in attendance, and they gathered about 100 toys for the children at Kapiolani Children's Hospital. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Sunday Dec 14th - Hamish Burgess had a Yuletide/Christmas Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. Songs, tunes and traditions of the Winter Season.
Saturday December 13th - over on Oahu, the The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii marched in the Manoa Christmas Parade in Honolulu from 5-7 pm. The event was expected to have 1,100 marchers, 12 vehicles, & 5 bands. It started at Noelani School., to Woodlawn Dr, to Kolowalu St., to East Manoa Rd., to Lowrey Ave., to Manoa Rd., to Manoa Park finish.
Tuesday Dec 9th - our very own Hamish had a Kiwi Celtic Music Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, broadcasting across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with Celtic music from New Zealand, collected on his recent trip there with show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday Dec 7th - Hamish Burgess had new Celtic music on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com.
Saturday Dec 6th - over on Oahu, the The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii played in the Honolulu City Lights Parade. There were food booths, keiki rides and souvenir booths open on the Honolulu Hale (City Hall) grounds, with the Tree Lighting Ceremony by Mayor Kirk Caldwell kicking off the illumination of lights on trees and buildings from the Civic Center to Downtown to Chinatown. The Electric Light Parade started at Aala Park and proceeded down King Street. Santa disembarked the last float in the parade and went to the red brick Mission Memorial Auditorium for free picture taking until 9 pm.
Wedesday Dec 3rd - on Oahu, the The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii played at sunset at the Hale Koa in Waikiki.
Tuesday Dec 2nd - Hamish had a St.Andrew's Day Special special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, broadcasting across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with Scottish Celtic music, and traditions of Scotland's patron saint, celebrated all over the world on Scotland's national holiday.
Sunday Nov 30th - HAPPY ST.ANDREW'S DAY !
Hamish Burgess had a St.Andrew's Day Special special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. This week with Scottish Celtic music, and traditions of Scotland's patron saint, celebrated all over the world on Scotland's national holiday. There were interview clips from Scotland's top folk and Celtic singers.
Saturday November 29th - on Oahu, The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held its annual Kirkin of the Tartans & New Member Investiture at 5:30 pm in St. Andrew's Cathedral, 229 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu. Folks could wear their kilt or bring a swatch of tartan to have it blessed. A complimentary dinner followed the service in the Von Holt Room, then investiture of new members, during which they received their Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii Orders and Sash.
There was also Scottish dancing, raffle, door prizes, & the whisky was flowing! More info at www.saintandrewsocietyofhawaii.com or call/text Nancy (808) 371-0819.
Saturday November 29th - on south-east Oahu, The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii played in the Hawaii Kai Christmas Parade. There were around 1,000 marchers, 25 vehicles, & 3 bands. The parade started at 10a.m. at Kamiloiki Park proceeding to Lunalilo Home Road, and ending at the Koko Marina Shopping Center at around 11:30 a.m.
Wedesday Nov 26th - over on Oahu, the The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii played for an hour at the Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki.
Tuesday Nov 25th - our very own Hamish had a special on Eithne Ní Uallacháin's new CD ‘Bilingua’ on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, broadcasting across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with first hour exclusive interview from Gerry O'Connor, great fiddler and the late singer's husband and musical partner. Also second hour new Celtic music.
Sunday Nov 23rd - a holiday performance of Harps and Horns & Harmonies played at 3pm in the Castle Theater of the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului. The Maui Festival of Harps, Maui Community Band and Maui Madrigals are joining together again to present a spectacular pre-holiday season show this year. There will be music, dancing, and solo performances by Irene Ryding, Ginny Morgan, Alfred Wolf, Elaine Olson, Bobbie Jo Curley, and Lily Swan.
Sunday Nov 23rd - on Oahu, there was a Celtic music session at UH's Jefferson Hall lanai, from 2pm – 4pm or so - some tunes, a song or two, and dancers from Hawaii Irish Dance. This has been a fun and growing session. More info call Clark Ratliffe at 808-386-5645.
Sunday Nov 23rd - Hamish Burgess had a special on Eithne Ní Uallacháin's new CD ‘Bilingua’ on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. This week with first hour exclusive interview from Gerry O'Connor, great fiddler and the late singer's husband and musical partner. Also second hour new Celtic music.
Saturday Nov 22nd - over on Oahu, local traditional band Celtic Waves played a concert at Wards (3810 Maunaloa Ave between 15th and 16th) in Honolulu, from 7:30–9:30pm. This was a tribute to the late Jackie Ward.
Saturday Nov 22nd - The Friends of St.Patrick held a Celtic Uprising Pub Crawl at 5-6pm starting at Murphy's, continuing to Ferguson's 6-7:30pm, JJ Dolan’s 7:30-8:30pm, and 8:30pm onwards in O’Toole’s Celtic Room (Celtic Room will be non-smoking for this event). Proceeds will go to the FOSP Scholarship Fund.
Wednesday Nov 19th - The Friends of St.Patrick held a Whiskey Tasting at O'Toole's Celtic Room at 6:30pm. The Intended Line up: Irish - Powers and Redbreast. Scotch - Abelour 16 and Glenlivet. Canadian - Lot 40 and Pike Creek. Public $25.00. More onfo at whiskey@irishpubhawaii.com or call 521-4712.
Tuesday Nov 18th - our very own Hamish had a Vancouver Celtic Music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show, broadcasting across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net.
Sunday Nov 16th - Hamish Burgess had Kiwi Celtic Music special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com, this week with Celtic music from Aotearoa or New Zealand that he collected from his recent trip there with show underwiters The Irish Rovers.
The weekly show is online - local time for the winter 11am-1pm (Hawaii), and mainland 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 5-7pm, Newfoundland 5.30-7.30pm, and 9-11pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 10pm-12am. Chat live with Hamish during the show on Facebook - be a friend at Hamish Douglas Burgess, or be a fan of The Maui Celtic Show. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers. The show repeats on Monday's 10am-12pm EST, and Fridays 12-2pm EST on Blues & Roots Radio.
Saturday Nov 15th - The Friends of St.Patrick held their Monthly Meeting - this month on Genealogy & History, at O'Toole's Celtic Room at 3:30pm. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday Nov 11th - Hamish Burgess broadcast a Remembrance Day/Veterans Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming worldwide at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week featured Celtic music and songs about soldiers, sailors and airmen from all over the world, in honour of all military veterans, and current serving personnel, here and in the Old Countries. Back in the old countries Remembrance Day is also called Poppy Day, and folks wear paper poppies pinned to their lapels.
Poppy field in Europe
Sunday Nov 9th - Hamish Burgess had a Remembrance Day/Veterans Day Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com. This week featured Celtic music and songs about soldiers, sailors and airmen from all over the world, honouring their sacrifice so we can live in a safe place.
Tuesday Nov 4th - our very own Hamish's Maui Celtic Radio Show broadcast across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. this week with a Samhain/Halloween Special. 2 hours of songs and tunes about the ancient Celtic New Year, called Samhain. Now known as Halloween.
Sunday Nov 2nd - our Hamish Burgess was back with the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com, this week with new Celtic music from all over the world.
Saturday Nov 1st - over on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick held a Guinness Toast / Irish Joke Contest at O'Toole's Pub, on Nuuanu, downtown Honolulu at 7:30pm. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Friday October 31st - SAMHAIN GREETINGS TO ALL !
The ancient Celtic
New Year starts on the evening of October 31st, SAMHAIN (pronounced 'sha-ven' or 'sow-en'
depending where you were), the Celtic Feast of the Dead, or the feast to the dying
sun, marking the beginning of Winter. In today's world it is called HALLOWEEN. The Christian church called the festival 'The Feast of all Saints', on 'All Saints' Eve'
or 'All Hallows' Eve', hence the term "Hallowe'en".
The goddess Bride or Brigit, ended her ruling season, and her straw crosses were put
up to proect family and livestock. In Scotland, Cailleach Bheur, goddess of winter,
began her reign.
'SAMHAIN' © Hamish Burgess 2010
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Tuesday Oct 28th - our very own Hamish with the Maui Celtic Radio Show broadcast across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net, this week with a Celebration of pre-Columbian Celtic Explorers to the New World - a Columbus Day Special. 2 hours of songs and tunes about the real story of European visitors to the Americas - Scottish knights, Welsh princes, the VIkings, and of course St.Brendan.
Sunday Oct 26th - Hamish Burgess had a Samhain/Halloween Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio at www.bluesandrootsradio.com, this week with 2 hours of songs and tunes about the ancient Celtic New Year, called Samhain. Now known as Halloween.
Saturday October 25th - iconic band The Irish Rovers played for the first time on Big Island, on their FAREWELL TO ROVIN’ TOUR, in the Palace Theater in Hilo.
Friday October 24th - iconic band The Irish Rovers played for the first time on Maui, on their FAREWELL TO ROVIN’ TOUR, in the Castle Theater of the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului. It was an epic night of Irish music and craic !
“These international ambassadors of Irish music have maintained their timeless ability to deliver a rollicking, rousing performance of good cheer. Their songs have become anthems of revelry and joy amount generation after generation of fans.” (Belfast Telegraph)
The band’s new CD, with artwork by our very own Hamish Burgess, “The Irish Rovers, 50 Years” is being released at concerts for this farewell tour.
'THE LIFE OF THE ROVER' © Hamish Burgess 2013
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With a career spanning 50 years and three generations of music lovers, THE IRISH ROVERS are giving their fans one final chance to say goodbye.
“The crowd was in the palm of their hands as The Irish Rovers delivered flawless music that...featured songs recognizable to the die-hard fan (yet also the perfect introduction to the new-comers)... the evening had it all.” (Taron Cochrane)
A Lazar Bear Production.
The Irish Rovers also support Celtic music bands around the world by underwriting the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming weekly worldwide on the internet on Blues & Roots Radio in Canada, and on Celtic Music Radio 95FM across Glasgow, Scotland.
Sunday Oct 19th and Tuesday Oct 21st - Hamish was back with the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming Sunday (and repeat Monday and Friday) on Blues & Roots Radio, and Tuesday across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with a Princess Ka'iulani birthday special, with songs and tunes about Hawaii, Princess Victoria Ka'iulani Cleghorn, Scots abroad and island themes. Princess Ka'iulani was a child of dual heritage, her mother being the Hawaiian Princess Miriam Likelike, and her father, the Scottish entrepreneur, Archibald Cleghorn. This remarkable child of two races was educated in Hawai'i and the British Isles and was heir to the Hawaiian throne at the time of annexation.
At the young age of seventeen, the young princess fought courageously for her country in its hour of need. Ka'iulani was also instrumental in changing the world's prejudiced view of the Hawaiian people.
Saturday, Oct 18th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held GREAT SCOT! David Douglas: History & Mystery in Hawaii. "The Society will co-sponsor a rare event with the Mission Houses Museum in Downtown Honolulu, to portray and learn about David Douglas, a famous historical Scottish naturalist (1799-1834), who died mysteriously in Hawaii. Was he murdered? If so, by whom and why? The mystery remains. This event, a variation on he Mission Houses' popular Pupu Theatre, begins at 4.30pm with the free public showing in the Mission Memorial Auditorium, of a recently completed film, "Finding David Douglas". The film maker, Gordon Mason, whose home is in England, will also talk about the film in person. After the film, the rest of the event requires reservations and a ticket, expected to cost $40 per person, to defray the expenses of creating this experience. Paid attendees will be divided into three groups and move backto the Mission Houses and Kawaiahao Churchyard where we will visit three stations. At one an actor will portray David Douglas himself. At another station we will learn about 19th century autopsies and at the third about botanical discoveries, the study that made Douglas famous. Finally the evening will end with heavy pupus at the Mission Houses and a general discussion with the people who made the previous presentations. Only 75 tickets will be available for this amazing evening, and they will be offered soon. Reservations Must be made and paid for directly from the Mission Houses, online from their website, www.missionhouses.org or by phone 808-447-3910. Please be sure to identify yourself as a Caledonian Society member".
Sunday Oct 12th - Hamish was back with the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio, this week with a Celebration of pre-Columbian Celtic Explorers to the New World - a Columbus Day Special. 2 hours of songs and tunes about the real story of European visitors to the Americas - Scottish knights, Welsh princes, the VIkings, and of course St.Brendan.
Sunday Oct 5th - Hamish Burgess was back with the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio, this week with a Celtic Tour of North America. 2 hours of songs and tunes from Canada and America.
Saturday October 4th - over on the Big Island, The Whirlijigs (Nash Irish Dance) performed at the World Peace Festival on Coconut Island in Hilo. The step dancers and fiddlers performed from 10:20-11:00 AM with lively dances and music. Some folks stayed for the other entertainment at the park as the festival continued until 3 PM.
Thursday October 2nd - the Isle of Maui Pipe Band marched again in this year's Maui County Fair Parade to kick off the fair ! The parade began in Kahului at 4:30p and lasted approximately 2 hours, with over 5000 marchers and 60 entries. More info www.mauifair.com. Pipe Band schedule at www.isleofmauipipeband.com.
Tuesday Sept 30th - our very own Hamish with the Maui Celtic Radio Show broadcast across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with new and old Celtic music from around the world.
Sunday Sept 28th - our Hamish Burgess was back with the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio, this week with a Celtic Tour of North America. 2 hours of songs and tunes from Canada and America.
Saturday, Sept 27th - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held a Scottish Pub Food evening, at 5:00pm at Calvary Episcopal Church (45-435 Aumoku St.) in Kaneohe. "So say you are in Scotland and need a hearty, reasonably priced meal and something to drink. Where do you go? Well, a pub, of course! Three of our Caledonian cooks have a plan to emulate a pub meal for the rest of us on Saturday, September 27th, at 5pm at Calvary Episcopal Church, conveniently located near Windward City Shopping Center in Kaneohe. Bruce McEwan, Susan MacKinnon, and Ching Duncan will each demonstrate how to make a dish that might be served in a Scottish pub. At the end of the demonstrations their meal will be served up for all of us. We hope to have a supply of Scotch ale to help wash down the food. The meal price of $12, payable at the door, will include one beer. This pub is family friendly, so a youth price (age 5-17), including non-alcoholic drinks, is $8. Our cooks need to know in advance how many people to prepare for, so please phone Jeannie Ferrier at 593-0966 to reserve your spot."
Wednesday, Sept 24th - there was an Irish Whiskey Tasting at O'Toole's Celtic Room, Downtown Honolulu, at 6:30pm. The line up was from Beam Suntory featuring All Irish products from Kilbeggan and Cooley Distilleries. Customary Pupus will be provided. Benefit for The Friends of St.Patrick. The Intended Line up: Kilbeggan, Two Gingers, Greenore, Tyrconnell, Tyrconnell Casked (Either Port / Madeira / Sherry), and Connemara. Club members $20.00 / General Public $25.00. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Tuesday Sept 23rd - our very own Hamish with the Maui Celtic Radio Show broadcast across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with a Scottish Music Special. A full 2 hours of Scottish songs and tunes in honour of Sept 18th's historic event - The Referendum on Scottish Independence.
Sunday Sept 21st - Hamish Burgess was back with the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio, this week with a Scottish Music Special. A full 2 hours of Scottish songs and tunes in honour of Sept 18th's historic event - The Referendum on Scottish Independence.
Saturday, Sept 20th - The Friends of St.Patrick held a meeting and an Irish Documentary Movie at 3.30pm in the Celtic Room behind O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu. Terry Sue Satta provided the pupus and a movie featuring the Book of Kells.
"Welcome to the gospel according to Scottish documentary maker Murray Grigor. For The Book of Kells is an almost prayerful examination of the ornate relic that's considered the greatest Irish manuscript to survive the Middle Ages. Created in the 8th century and currently housed in the Trinity College library in Dublin, The Book of Kells is examined in a mix of the mystical and intellectual by this production that combines dramatic readings, close-ups of the exquisite pages hand-painted by monks, and plenty of interviews with reserved experts (historians, professors, a curator, an archeologist).
The great gospel of Colum Cille was described in 1006 as the chief treasure of the western world. Nearly a thousand years later, it still remains one of the greatest achievements of Western art. For centuries, the few who were privileged to see the intricate beauty of its designs called it "the work of angels." This fascinating program conveys for the first time on screen the greatest glory of Irish art through the use of high-definition film. The Book of Kells tells the story of this magnificent masterpiece. Created on the windy Hebridean island of Iona thirteen centuries ago, it now rests in the Trinity College library in Dublin.
Funded by Radio Telefis Eireann, The Irish Film Board, The Gaelic Broadcasting Committee, and The Delmas Foundation, and with the support of investment incentives for the Irish Film Industry provided by the Government of Ireland. Music by Michael McGlynn and performed by Anuna."
Tuesday Sept 16th - our very own Hamish with the Maui Celtic Radio Show broadcast across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with new and old Celtic music from around the world.
The show will be online Tuesday's - local time for the summer 12-2am (Hawaii), and mainland 3-5am US/Canada West coast, 4-6pm Mountain time, 5-7am Central time, 6-8am Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 7-9am, Newfoundland 7.30-9.30am, and 11am - 1pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 12-2pm. Chat with Hamish (if he's up!) during the show on Facebook at The Maui Celtic Show page. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday Sept 14th - Hamish Burgess had A Tour of the Celtic Lands on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio, this week with Celtic music from Galicia & Asturias, Brittany, Cornwall, Wales, the Isle of Man, Ireland and Scotland.
Saturday, Sept 13th - The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii and The Friends of St.Patrick held their annual SASH/FOSP Makani Catamaran Sunset Celtic Cruise at 5:00PM leaving from Kewalo Basin Boat Harbor Slip #1 (Ala Moana & Ward). The 2 hour sunset sail was from 5:30-7:30, with full dinner & 2 drinks per guest. More info on the yearly waterbound craic available from Nancy Smiley (808) 371-0819. After the cruise, they continued the party at Ferguson's Irish Pub on Bishop Street, then headed to O'Toole's to hear the Doolin Rakes play at 9pm.
Tuesday Sept 9th - our very own Hamish with the Maui Celtic Radio Show broadcast a Labor Day Weekend Special, across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. Featuring songs about the trades and working, with a tribute to workers hero and Irish patriot James Connolly.
The show will be online Tuesday's - local time for the summer 12-2am (Hawaii), and mainland 3-5am US/Canada West coast, 4-6pm Mountain time, 5-7am Central time, 6-8am Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 7-9am, Newfoundland 7.30-9.30am, and 11am - 1pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 12-2pm. Chat with Hamish (if he's up!) during the show on Facebook at The Maui Celtic Show page. Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday Sept 7th - Hamish Burgess was back with the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio, this week with new and old Celtic music from around the world.
Tuesday Sept 2nd - our very own Hamish with the Maui Celtic Radio Show broadcast across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week with music from his recent travels in Europe. He featured music from Hawaii, Scotland, Cornwall and Ireland and Canada. The Cornish section had an interview with Jon Cleave from Port Isaac's Fishermen's Friends. And interview with George Millar of The Irish Rovers, with the announcement of the iconic band playing at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Maui on October 24th.
Sunday August 31st - Hamish Burgess had a Labor Day Weekend Special on the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio. Featuring songs about the trades and working, with a tribute to workers hero and Irish patriot James Connolly.
Saturday August 30th - over on Oahu, there was a MUSIC SESSION & CEILI DANCING at Jefferson Hall lanai at the University of Hawaii at Manoa 2:00-4:00pm. They had a great time and hope this develops into a nice tradition.
Musicians - open call for anyone who might be interested in participating in session-style playing. - please contact Clark Ratliffe at Celtic Waves 808-386-5645 or celticwaves@gmail.com.
All Hawaii Irish Dance dancers, friends, family members, and newcomers are invited to the casual ceili - please wear comfortable shoes that will stay on your feet as you dance - dances will be taught. Contact Nicole Wilder at Hawaii Irish Dance 540-850-0745.
Saturday August 30th - there was a Man Cave Swap Meet run by the Irish pub Anna O'Brien's. In the back lot 12-5pm. Their 1st ever "empty the back of the house" Swap meet. Neons, Mirrors, Glassware, Bar items........you name it they probably had it there. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Sunday August 24th - Hamish Burgess hosted the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio, this week with Celtic music from Vancouver, BC, and a feature on the Cape Breton band Coig, who he interviewed at the Rogue Folk Club in Vancouver.
Tuesday August 19th - our very own Hamish with the Maui Celtic Radio Show broadcast across Glasgow, Scotland, on Celtic Music Radio 95FM, from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week was a Lughnasadh Special, with stories, traditions, and songs about the ancient Celtic festival that started on the evening of July 31st.
Sunday August 17th - Hamish Burgess was hosting the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio, this week with Celtic music from Vancouver, BC, featuring interviews with local bands Mad Pudding and the Paperboys, who both played at the Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver.
Tuesday August 12th - our very own Hamish Burgess debuted the Maui Celtic Radio Show on Celtic Music Radio 95FM across Glasgow, Scotland from 11am-1pm GMT, streaming at www.celticmusicradio.net. This week was a Bannockburn Live Special, featuring the artists who performed at the 700th anniversary of the famous Battle of Bannockburn, a turning point in Scottish history.
Sunday August 10th - Hamish Burgess was hosting the Maui Celtic Radio Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio, this week with new and old Celtic music from all over the world.
Sunday July 27th - Hamish Burgess had a Lughnasadh Special on the Maui Celtic Show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio, with stories, traditions, and songs about the ancient Celtic festival that started on the evening of July 31st.
Sunday July 20th - Hamish was back with the Maui Celtic Show on Blues & Roots Radio, with music from his recent travels in Europe. He featured music from Hawaii, Scotland, Cornwall and Ireland and Canada. The Cornish section had an interview with Jon Cleave from Port Isaac's Fishermen's Friends. And interview with George Millar of The Irish Rovers, with the announcement of the iconic band playing at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Maui on October 24th.
Sunday July 20th - over on Oahu, there was a MUSIC SESSION & CEILI DANCING at Jefferson Hall lanai at the University of Hawaii at Manoa 2:00-4:00pm. They had a great time and hope this develops into a nice tradition.
Musicians - open call for anyone who might be interested in participating in session-style playing. - please contact Clark Ratliffe at Celtic Waves 808-386-5645 or celticwaves@gmail.com.
All Hawaii Irish Dance dancers, friends, family members, and newcomers are invited to the casual ceili - please wear comfortable shoes that will stay on your feet as you dance - dances will be taught. Contact Nicole Wilder at Hawaii Irish Dance 540-850-0745.
Sunday July 13th - the Maui Celtic Show was back on air after Hamish's travels in Europe ! Hamish Burgess presented his first show streaming on Blues & Roots Radio. It was a Bannockburn Live Special, featuring the artists who performed at the 700th anniversary of the famous Battle of Bannockburn, a turning point in Scottish history. There was music about the battle, and two of the main Scottish warriors, King Robert the Bruce and Sir James Douglas, The Black Douglas. Hamish had interviews from Dougie MacLean, Julie Fowlis, Rura, Ross Ainslie & Jarlath Henderson, The Treacherous Orchestra, and Ronnie Brown of The Corries.
Saturday July 5th - Isle of Maui Pipe Band marched again in this year's Makawao Paniolo 4th of July Parade at 9:00am on Makawao Ave. This year the band was joined by Mark Knox, an excellent piper representing the Big Island from Hilo who has recently joined the band. Also, all members greatly looked forward to the return of their former Drum Sergeant, Peter Della Croce, who will be back on-island just in time for the parade ! Fingers crossed they will also be joined by their Oahu contingency, Mark Reed, a talented piper from the north shore. They were working to unite pipers and drummers from 3 Hawaiian islands for this year's paniolo parade.
More info email PM Allison Jackson at JacksonMaui@gmail.com
Friday July 4th - The Friends of St.Patrick held their Kailua 4th July Parade and picnic in Kailua, Windward Oahu. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Friday June 13th - The Friends of St.Patrick held their Finnegans Wake & Bloomsday Celebration. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Friday June 6th - Isle of Maui Pipe Band was part of the Wailuku First Friday event around 6:00pm. Folks joined the band downtown for the monthly festivities of fun local music and food. For more info www.mauifridays.com/wailuku/
Saturday May 31st - The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii held their annual Celtic Pub Crawl in Honolulu. Starting at 4:30pm in Murphy's Back Room on Nuuanu for drinks & pupus. Then, while accompanied by bagpipes, marched down to Ferguson's Irish Pub on Bishop Street, then JJ Dolan's on Bethel Street for drinks & pizza. The Partybus will then picked folks up at JJ's & drive folks around while partaking in a few wee drams & fellowship, before hitting the dance floor to boogie in Waikiki, then will drop folks off at O'Toole's on Nu'uanu Street.
Kilt wear was order of the day, but also boas, & party hats were appropriate. Over 21 yearly event - more info call Nancy Smiley (808) 371-0819.
April 3rd to May 20th - The Celtic Art of Hamish Burgess exhibition was on display at Hawaiian Village Coffee in the Kahana Gateway Center (4405 Honoapiilani Hwy, #207) in West Maui. Opening hours 6am-6pm (Sundays 5pm). Hamish's Celtic original art and giclees - all available for purchase. He was around for a chat with about his art, and popped round to the coffee shop to see folks. See the artwork on our Gallery page. Mahalo to David Maran, owner of Hawaiian Village Coffee, for supporting local artists.
There was an artist's reception Saturday April 19th from 6-8pm with a Celtic Music Session - with special guest Irish singer Michael Black - the craic was mighty !
Hamish Burgess with his Celtic art at Hawaiian Village Coffee, Kahana
The centerpiece of the show was "The Life of the Rover", Hamish's recent album cover for The Irish Rovers 50th anniversary triple CD (see below). All Artwork © Hamish Burgess 2014
Sunday May 18th - our own Hamish was piping at a benefit for the American Heart Association of Hawaii's Stroke Awareness Month in Lahaina, at the United Methodist Church. The musical evening started with Hamish Burgess on the Great Highland Bagpipes, with stories about the Hawaii Tartan he was wearing, and Scottish connections in Hawaii. The came the Lahaina Ukulele group, with songs and nice hula dancing from....... Next onstage was Kristine Snyder, beautiful harp music ranging from classical, to contemporary and Hawaiian. Finally was Pastor Paul Tangonan, with his own inspring story of his 10 month recovery from a stroke, with original songs and his guitar. Mahalo to all the folks who came and supported the American Heart Association of Hawaii.
Saturday May 17th - on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick held their Irish History & Language Meeting in the Celtic Room of O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu. Terry Sue (O'Reilly) Satta was talking about the history of Ireland. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, 808-223-3997.
Thursday May 15th - over on Oahu there was a Jameson Whiskey Tasting at O'Toole's Celtic Room (behind O'Tooles Pub, Nuuanu, downtown Honolulu) at 7:00pm. Brand ambassador Natalie Garcia Bourke from Jameson's was there to present a nice selection from their portfolio. Featured Whiskies: Paddy's, Paddy's Devil's Apple, Power's John Lane, Jameson's Gold Reserve, Redbreast 12, and introducing (new to the Islands) Jameson's Black Barrel Reserve. Pupus of the better kind and a nice evening was had by all, over some fine whiskies.
Saturday May 10th - over on Oahu, there was a MUSIC SESSION & CEILI DANCING at Jefferson Hall lanai at the University of Hawaii at Manoa 2:00-4:00pm. They are trying out new places to hopefully keep musicians and dancers out of the wind and weather.
Musicians - open call for anyone who might be interested in participating in session-style playing. - please contact Clark Ratliffe at Celtic Waves 808.386.5645 or celticwaves@gmail.com.
All Hawaii Irish Dance dancers, friends, family members, and newcomers are invited to the casual ceili - please wear comfortable shoes that will stay on your feet as you dance - dances will be taught. Contact Nicole Wilder at Hawaii Irish Dance 540.850.0745
Saturday May 10th - Isle of Maui Pipe Band opened the gates for the Seabury Hall Craft Fair at 9:00am. They also played a full set at 10:30am and were joined by side drummer Neil McFarlane of the Regimental Pipes and Drums of the RCMP from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The band welcomes pipers and drummers from around the globe to practice and perform with them while visiting Maui. The band has been a part of the Seabury Fair for the past 5 years, and looks forward to bringing their music to upcountry Maui again next year.
For more info www.seaburyhall.org/page.cfm?p=981
Sunday April 20th - over on Oahu, Hawaii Irish Dance school held a “Ceili in the Park”, 3pm at the Kapiolani Park bandstand. A regular (every couple of weeks) event that involves Irish dancers and musicians getting together for informal ceili dancing and Irish music session. Nicole Wilder has formed a new Irish dance school, and is looking to have these informal dances in the park with live music. Fast session and dancing. More info Clark Ratliffe for Celtic Waves 808-386-5645.
Saturday April 19th - The Celtic Art of Hamish Burgess had an Artists Reception with a Celtic Music Session from 6-8pm - with special guest Irish singer Michael Black - the craic was mighty !
Hamish Burgess with his Celtic art at Hawaiian Village Coffee, Kahana
The centerpiece of the show is "The Life of the Rover", his recent album cover for The Irish Rovers 50th anniversary triple CD. All Artwork © Hamish Burgess 2014
Saturday April 19th - over on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick held their Irish Music Meeting in the Celtic Room of O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Saturday April 12th - over on Oahu there was an Hawaii Irish Dance Ceili from 3-8pm at Anna O'Brien's in Honolulu, a benefit event to aid the troupe at Hawaii Irish Dance. A Ceili is a group dance similar to Square or Contradancing. They had folks calling the dances and teaching the steps, with no high kicks or formal training needed. Live Irish music was from Celtic Waves and Whiskey Starship. There was even a traditional Irish dinner inclyded in the ticket price ! More info on the troupe at www.hawaiiirishdance.com
Sunday April 6th - Hamish was back hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. With guests Joel & Daniel, they played Celtic music from all over the world, which Hamish had collected traveling with show underwriters The Irish Rovers, on their US tour.
...starting July 13th - the Maui Celtic Show will be back after Hamish's travels in Europe. Thank to all listeners for your support & patience with time away from the airwaves. Hamish wil be back streaming the show weekly on Blues & Roots Radio starting Sunday July 13th.
The show will be online - local time for the summer 10-12 am (Hawaii), and mainland 1-3pm US/Canada West coast, 2-4pm Mountain time, 3-5pm Central time, 4-6pm Eastern Standard Time, Canadian Maritimes 5-7pm, Newfoundland 5.30-7.30pm, and 9-11pm in Ireland and the UK, Europe 10pm-12am. Chat live with Hamish during the show on Facebook - be a friend at Hamish Douglas Burgess, or be a fan of The Maui Celtic Show.
Many thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday April 6th - was National Tartan Day in North America, very fitting this year as it fell on the Sunday of the Hawaiian Scottish Festival & Highland Games in Honolulu (see below). Tartan is commonly known as 'plaid' in America. We hope you all join us in wearing an item of tartan material that day to remember our heritage. The contribution of the immigrant Scots upon North America is considerable and throughout Canada and America Scots and their descendants have taken the anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath (1320) as their national date to celebrate their Scottish roots.
Hamish Burgess of Maui Celtic with Doug Herring, Hawaii Tartan designer,
on Tartan Day at the Hawaiian Scottish Festival in Waikiki 2012
The full story of the Hawaii Tartan, created by Douglas Herring on Oahu in September 1997, can be read on our Hawaii Tartan page. As well as the previously available made-to-measure Scottish wool Kilts, it is now available in a lightweight blend in Sashes, Shawls, Fly Plaids, Head Wraps, and Sport Kilts - you can find these items in our "Online Store".
Sat-Sun April 5th-6th - the Scottish event of the year in the Hawaiian Islands took place on Oahu. The Hawaiian Scottish Association presented their 33rd Annual Hawaiian Scottish Festival & Highland Games at a new venue this year, the McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park, Honolulu. Noon both days saw the Parade of the Color Guard, Pipe Bands and the Scottish Clans, leading to the Opening Ceremonies.
There were Pipe Bands, traditional Celtic music from local bands and visitors, singer Melissa Cox on her fourth visit to the islands, and Highland Dance competitions, and of course Highland Games.
Maui Celtic unfortunately did NOT have a booth this year, as Hamish & Jennifer were away touring with The Irish Rovers on the mainland. Apologies to our regular customers. We looking forward to seeing our Oahu friends next year. Thanks for supporting your only local Celtic business. You can still stock up on our goods at the 'MAUI CELTIC ONLINE STORE' - fine Scottish imports, classic Maui Celtic logo wear (with the cool Celtic knot Island Map shirts), plaid items - Hawaii Tartan sashes, shawls, and head wraps (do-rags), and lots more......
There was the usual great selection of Celtic CDs from Rampant Lion Celtic Traders. Nearby was the Clan tent, where you could find out more about your family history, and visit the The Saint Andrew Society of Hawaii, The Caledonian Society of Hawaii, and The Friends of St.Patrick booths. There will be the usual food booths - tasty local fare, and fish & chips, and the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii booth with tea and great scones, and even haggis ! A children’s tent has entertainment specifically geared for the younger set, normally a bouncy castle, and mini-golf games.
More info on the annual event from The Hawaiian Scottish Association - Chieftain Dan Peddie at 808-626-3559 and at www.scotshawaii.org.
Friday April 4th - The Hawaiian Scottish Association presented their Taste of Scotland Ceilidh - 5.30-8.30pm at the McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park. An early start gave members of the Scottish community and visitors to the Games plenty of good time to socialize. There was Scottish themed food, and wine, beer and whisky flowing ! Bagpiping from the Celtic Pipes & Drums of Hawaii, and traditional Scottish music. Highland Dancers from all over the world often put on an impromptu show, with piping from Mark Elliot - the Highland Fling, Sword Dances, strathspeys and reels. More info on this yearly event at www.scotshawaii.org.
Thursday April 3rd - The Caledonian Society of Hawaii presented their yearly sunset Tribute to Princess Victoria Kawekiu Lunalilo Kalaninuiahilapalapa Ka'iulani Cleghorn at 6pm at Mauna ‘Ala, the Royal Mausoleum of Hawaii, in Nuuanu Valley (2261 Nu‘unau Avenue), Honolulu. Princess Ka'iulani (October 16, 1875 – March 6, 1899) was half Hawaiian (her mother being Princess, Miriam Likelike) and half Scottish (her father was entrepreneur, Archibald Cleghorn, last Royal Governor of O'ahu). She was heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Hawaii at the time of the illegal overthrow of the monarchy. The Highland Dancers from The Margaret Rose School of Dance, traveled from Helensborough, Scotland. Members of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society of Hawaii danced 'The Pikake Lei', written by Bruce McEwan, in honour of Princess Ka'iulani. More details on this annual memorial from The Caledonian Society of Hawaii - Susan MacKinnon at 591-9398, or email susanmack1@mac.com.
Sunday March 30th - Joel & Daniel were hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. They played Celtic music from all over the world, standing in while Hamish was traveling with show underwriters The Irish Rovers, on their US tour, this week in Toronto, Ontario.
Friday March 28th - The Hawaiian Scottish Association presented their Grand Scotch Tour at The Willows Restaurant (901 Hausten St. Honolulu), 5.30-8.30pm. $75 presale, $85 at the door (groups of 6 or more, $5 discount per person). Reservations Willows 808-952-9200. More info on this yearly event at www.scotshawaii.org.
Sunday March 23rd - Joel Agnew was hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. He played Celtic music from all over the world, standing in while Hamish was traveling with show underwriters The Irish Rovers, on their US tour, this week in the US Mainland North-east.
Sunday March 23rd - over on Oahu great Irish traditional music group Danú (see below) played at 4pm at the Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawaii, Manoa, Honolulu, HI. For info please call 808-956-8246 or see www.hawaii.edu/uhmmusic/events/2014/2014-03.htm#Danu
Saturday March 22nd - over on the Big Ilsand, great Irish traditional music group Danú (see below) played at the Kahilu Theatre, Kamuela, HI. 8-10pm. For info please call 808-885-6868 or see www.kahilutheatre.org
Friday March 21st - over on Big Island of Hawaii, great Irish traditional music group Danú (see below) played at the Hilo Performing Arts Center, University of Hawaii, Hilo. 7:30 - 9:30pm. More info on the band at www.danu.net.
Thursday March 20th - great Irish traditional music group Danú played for the first time on Maui, at 7.30-9.30pm in the Castle Theater of the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului.
Danú played at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in March
photo by Colm Henry, courtesy of Danu
Hailing from County Waterford, Danú (named after the Celtic moon goddess) is one of the leading traditional Irish ensembles of today, featuring virtuosi players on flute, tin whistle, fiddle, button accordion, bouzouki, and vocals in both Gaelic and English. Danú has gathered dozens of awards and hundreds of 5-star reviews, for their nine critically-acclaimed recordings and performances on over a thousand stages around the globe. “A vibrant mix of virtuosity, energy and empathy, says The Washington Post with “fierce fiddle reels to pensive ballads.” (The New York Times).
More info on the band at www.danu.net
March 17th-April 5th - international touring Celtic fusion singer Melissa Cox was back for her fourth annual Oahu tour. The songwriter and lead singer of the band Mythica, played:
Mon March 17th - Kelly O’Neil’s Irish Pub in Waikiki, for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade After-Party, joined by Oahu’s critically acclaimed Celtic slack key guitarist Michael Tanenbaum.
Fri March 21st - 10pm at the Hard Rock Café in Waikiki, joined again by Oahu’s critically acclaimed Celtic slack key guitarist Michael Tanenbaum.
Sat March 22 and 29th - 11am at the 20th anniversary celebrations of the North Shore Country Market in Haleiwa, on the grounds of Sunset Beach Elementary School.
Sat March 29th - 7 p.m. at Calvary by the Sea Lutheran Church Benefit Concert, Honolulu.
Sat/Sun April 5 & 6th - at the Hawaiian Scottish Festival this year at Ala Moana Park.
Cox tours extensively across the continental U.S. and New Zealand. Her latest studio album Harmonious Maladies features Cox’s original song “Maluaka Beach,” an ode to Hawaii that she wrote on her first trip to the islands in 2007. www.MelissaCoxMusic.net
Monday March 17th - ST.PATRICK'S DAY ON MAUI !!
SOUTH MAUI had the biggest bash - the annual St. Paddy's Day Party at Mulligan's on the Blue in Wailea, starting at 9am with an Irish Breakfast. Then music from The Polka Paddies, a 16 piece Irish Dance and Music Troupe from Dublin, 12-3pm. House band The Celtic Tigers followed 4-7pm, and The Willie K Band 8pm onwards ! There was a Best Hat Contest, and Best Leprechaun Contest. Call 874-1131 for more details, or visit www.mulligansontheblue.com.
WEST MAUI festivities happened at Fleetwood's on Front St. in Lahaina. There was bagpiping at Fleetwood's from the Mad Bagpiper Roger McKinley, and the Isle of Maui Pipe Band played at 6pm and 8pm. The Haiku Hillbillys headlined the evening. More details from Fleetwoods.
CENTRAL MAUI - local trad band Upcountry Celtic celebrated St. Patrick's Day at the Ale House in Kahului, from 6:15 - 9:15pm.
Monday March 17th - ST.PATRICK'S DAY ON OAHU !!
The Friends of St.Patrick held their 47th Annual St.Patrick's Day Parade at 12 noon on Kalakaua Ave in Waikiki. Starting at Fort De Russy and ending by Kapiolani Park Bandstand. Post parade party with Celtic Waves, then Melissa Cox was at Kelley O'Neil's Pub on Lewers, Waikiki. More info from Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Meanwhile downtown.....was the annual Honolulu St. Patrick's Day Block Party - the biggest Hawaii Irish bash and the last place on the planet (this side of the dateline) to celebrate St.Patrick's Day ! Every year Murphy's Bar and Grill sponsors a FREE all afternoon/evening block party in downtown Honolulu's Irish Corner at Nuuanu Avenue and Merchant Street - www.gomurphys.com. Always a blast the block party started around 5:30pm when the Streets were closed on Nuuanu, Merchant and Marin Lanes. Live music included the Doolin Rakes on the streets. Libations by Guinness, Harp, Killlian’s, Coors Light, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Pabst Blue Ribbon, Coors Light, Jamesons and Barefoot Wines. Live Music, great food, clothing and fun pervaded the streets. There was a full day of Irish Music at O’Toole’s “the Party within the Party”, starting at 1pm with fiddler Audrey Knuth, followed at 4pm by Kieran Murphy and topped off at 9pm with Honolulu’s own Doolin Rakes. The Street party ran until 10pm.
In Waikiki Kelley O’Neil’s had Celtic Waves 1-4pm, then Melissa Cox 5-8pm.
Anna O’Brien’s near the Universityl had Kaimana Ceili playing 2-6pm, Audrey Knuth 6-9pm, Melissa Cox from 9.30pm-1am.
Irish Rose Saloon in Waikiki had Hooligan's Harp from 8pm-1am.
O’Toole’s Irish Pub, Kelley O’Neil’s, Anna O’Brien’s and the Irish Rose Saloon had Irish music throughout the week of St Patrick’s featuring:
Visiting artists; Kieran Murphy from New York, and Melissa Cox from Colorado.
Local artists; Audrey Knuth, Kaimana Ceili, Celtic Waves, Doolin Rakes, and The B-Side, Hooligan's Harp. Full calendar at http://www.irishpubhawaii.com/
Sunday March 16th - Daniel and Joel were hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. They played Celtic music from all over the world, standing in while Hamish is traveling with show underwriters The Irish Rovers, on their US tour, this week in the US Mainland North-east. They also had some interview with Hamish and great Irish traditional music group Danú playing for the first time on Maui on March 20th at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului.
Wednesday March 12th - local band Upcountry Celtic were playing in the evening at Makawao Library, Upcountry Maui.
Wednesday March 12th -on Oahu, the Guinness Toast Finals were held at 7.30pm at O'Toole's Pub, Honolulu. Folks heard finalists compete to win a trip to Las Vegas ! More info from Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Saturday March 15th - saw the 1st Annual St. Patricks Day Parade in Hilo, Hawaii.
Sean Ryan O Phelan organized the first St.Patrick?s Parade on the Big Island, with Maui bagpiper PM Allison Jackson. For next year, he is looking for volunteers and participants as well as donations to help cover the cost of putting on the parade (paying for traffic control, PSA's and other media advertising as well as supplies, etc). Show your support also by adding ideas and suggestions and also by offering some time up to help with organization. His dream is to have everyone on the Big Island participate in this important and exciting event. He needs people and talents of all different types to be a part of this, after all, EVERYONE IS IRISH on St Patrick's Day!! Mahalo says Sean. Please contact Sean at 808-854-3443 or email ophelansean@gmail.com.
March 10th-17th - over on Oahu, was the return of wandering Irish minstrel Kieran Murphy, back from New York to play traditional Irish music (and some of his originals) in Honolulu pubs. The hard-working young singer is a feature here in Hawaii at this time of year, taking a break from the chilly north-east to entertain our local Irish crowd.
Kieran Murphy is a singer and songwriter whose music ranges from traditional folk to contemporary originals and even electronica ! He is New York born, but with a heritage deeply rooted in the culture of New England and the mysticism of his Irish ancestors. Check out his award winning website at www.kieranmurphymusic.com.
Mon March 10th - 9pm at O'Toole's, Honolulu
Wed March 12th - 9pm at O'Toole's, Honolulu
Thurs March 13th - 5-8pm Kelley O’Neil’s, Waikiki
Fri March 14th - 5-8pm Kelley O’Neil’s, Waikiki
Sat March 15th - 5-8pm Kelley O’Neil’s, Waikiki
Mon March 17th - 4-8pm at O'Toole's, Honolulu
right - Kieran Murphy from NY, in Honolulu
Sunday March 9th - Daniel and Joel were back hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. They played Celtic music from all over the world, standing in while Hamish is traveling with show underwriters The Irish Rovers, on their US tour, this week in Ohio, NY, NJ and PA. They played some interview with Hamish and great Irish traditional music group Danú playing for the first time on Maui on March 20th at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului. Tickets: 808-242-SHOW or www.mauiarts.org.
Saturday March 8th - over on Oahu, The Friends of St.Patrick held their Annual Emerald Ball at 5pm at the Grand Manoa Ballroom at the Japanese Cultural Center (2454 S.Beretania St) in Honolulu. Silent auction, dinner, honoring of Irishman of the Year Chuck Wall, with Celtic harp by Helen Loftus, trad music from Celtic Waves, bagpiping from The Celtic Pipes & Drums of Hawaii and Irish songs from New York Irish troubador Kieran Murphy. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Sunday March 2nd - local traditional band Upcountry Celtic were playing in West Maui for the Whale and Ocean Arts Festival at the Banyan Tree in Lahaina, 11 am to 12 noon.
Sunday March 2nd - Daniel Vicars was hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. He played Celtic music from all over the world, standing in while Hamish is traveling with show underwriters The Irish Rovers, on their US tour, this week in Michigan.
Sunday February 23rd - Joel Agnew was hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. He played Celtic music from all over the world, standing in while Hamish is traveling with show underwriters The Irish Rovers, on their US tour, this week in Illinois, and heading to some great Celtic music sessions around Chicago.
Saturday February 22nd - over on Oahu The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held a Book/Movie Discussion at the Manoa Public Library at 6pm. Beforehand, folks read the classic book The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie by Muriel Spark, and now saw the film starring Maggie Smith. Folks brought their sack dinner for 6pm, watched the movie at 6.30, and then joined in a wee discussion at 8.30pm.
Saturday February 22nd - over in Honolulu The Friends of St.Patrick had fun with some Hooliganism at Anna O'Brien's. Two great Irish Bands in one great show - Humble Hooligans and Hooligan's Harp. 9pm-1am. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
February 20/21/22/23rd 2014 - the Isle of Maui Pipe Band presented their 10th Jack Lee Piping Workshop. 9am to 4 pm daily, held at the Makawao Union Church between Paia and Makawao, Upcountry Maui. The workshop was held in the Church Meeting Hall and Sanctuary areas.
Jack Lee 10th Maui Piping Workshop
An action packed four day workshop with the opportunity to attend a very fun Maui piping gig ! The workshop attendees were invited to join Jack Lee and the Isle of Maui Pipe Band for the Makawao Town 3rd Friday Party on Friday, Feb 21st (for more information on that monthly event: www.mauifridays.com/makawao/). For more details contact Pipe Major Allison Jackson of the Isle of Maui Pipe Band at jacksonmaui@gmail.com.
Sunday February 16th - Joel Agnew was hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. He played Celtic music from all over the world, standing in while Hamish is traveling with show underwriters The Irish Rovers, on their US tour, this week in Florida.
Saturday February 15th - The Friends of St.Patrick will held their Irish Humour Meeting at 3.30pm in the Celtic Room of O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Sundays Feb 2nd & 9th - Daniel and Joel were hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. They played Celtic music from all over the world, standing in while Hamish is traveling with show underwriters The Irish Rovers, on their US tour, this week in California.
Saturday February 1st - saw visiting Celtic duo Magical Strings In Concert at Irene’s, 4525 Une Place, Haiku at 7:30 pm. For more information call 808-878-6958.
Folks traveled with Magical Strings, Pam & Philip Boulding, to experience the Magic of Ireland in music and verse. With Celtic harps, hammered dulcimers, concertina, accordion and whistles, the duo shared their new compositions and stories inspired by their journeys to Ireland and beyond. Before the concert from 5 to 6:30pm, Philip Boulding hosted a harp circle, an informal kind of workshop with some teaching - it was free and open to the public.
Philip and Pam Boulding founded Magical Strings in 1978, beginning their tradition of family Celtic Yuletide concerts with their five children. They have performed throughout the United States, Canada, Ireland and Japan, toured and recorded with Dan Fogelberg, appeared on Garrison Keillor’s “A Prairie Home Companion,” and recorded 18 albums on four labels.
Pam & Philip Boulding of Magical Strings in Napili
Over 30 years ago, Philip became inspired by the music of Keola Beamer, and proceeded to develop a style of slack-key music for the Celtic harp, which later developed into a collaboration with Keola on their recording “Islands Calling.” Philip and Pam also design and build Celtic harps, run the School of Magical Strings, and host the Magic Hill Summer Harp Camp and Summer Fairy School on their beautiful 5-acre home in the Northwest overlooking the Puget Sound.
Also ask about the Celtic Music Cruise to Alaska with Magical Strings and Golden Bough on June 21-28, 2014. For more details, please visit www.magicalstrings.com, call (253) 857-3716, or email info@magicalstrings.com.
Saturday Feb 1st - the West Kauai Rotary Club held their annual Robert Burns Supper, this year at Wranglers Steakhouse in Waimea, West Kauai. The Robert Burns Dinner is one of the most anticipated events of the West Kauai calendar. A celebration of the life and times of Robert Burns, with bagpipes and kilts galore, and even some highland dancing. Tickets were $80 per person. Please contact Wranglers (9852 Kaumualii Hwy, Waimea, HI 96796) at 808-338-1218, or Mr Dave Walker at 808-652-0616.
5pm pupus with no-host cocktails, and Silent Auction - accepting cash and any other donations. All proceeds go to vocational scholarships given out to West Kauai HS graduates. 5.45pm The Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii, 6.10pm call to dinner, remarks from the Mayor of Kauai Bernard Carvalho, then the "Address to the Haggis" and Selkirk Grace. Bagpiping from world class piper Jori Chisholm.
Kauai Robert Burns Supper 2014
Friday Jan 31st - the West Kauai Rotary Club presented a free Bagpipe Concert at 5pm at the Captain Cook Statue in Waimea. The short concert featured Jori Chisholm and the Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii. Captain Cook’s father was a Scotsman who left his country to reside in Yorkshire, England. More details please call (808) 639-2061 or visit www.rotarywestkauai.org.
Kauai Robert Burns Supper last year 2013
Photo courtesy of West Kauai Rotary Club
Monday January 27th - over on the Big Island of Hawaii, Great Scots! in Hawai`i was at the Lyman Museum and Mission House (276 Haili Street, Hilo, Hawaii 96720) in Hilo. This evening, folks helped celebrate Robert Burns Day (January 25th) as Big Island historian Boyd D. Bond introduced some of the leading lights of the Scottish diaspora to Hawai`i.
The men and women of Scotland found their way to the Hawaiian Kingdom beginning in the early 19th century, as sailors and talented beachcombers became attached to the chiefly families of different islands. A second wave of Scots from the late 1870s through World War I brought many folk who would play important roles in the economic, political, and, of course, technological development of Hawai`i. So dominant were the Scottish managers in the sugar plantations of Kohala and the east coast of the Big Island that the latter would come to be known as the “Scotch Coast.” Hawaiian King David Kal?kaua visited Scotland during his round-the-world travels, and his niece and heir, the beautiful Princess Ka`iulani, was half Scottish. A third wave from the 1920s through Statehood brought many family members of the second wave from the “auld country” — and through all three periods, visiting artists, writers, and naturalists of Scottish origin also left their mark on the Islands, as indeed Hawai`i would transform them.
Sunday Jan 26th - Daniel and Joel were hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. They played Celtic music from all over the world, standing in while Hamish is traveling with show underwriters The Irish Rovers, on their US tour, this week in California.
Saturday January 25th - was ROBERT BURNS NIGHT ON MAUI. Local folks joined Scots worldwide by celebrating the famous Scottish poet's 255th birthday !
Maui Celtic's 10th annual Robert Burns Night was held again at Fleetwood's on Front St., this year on the rooftop bar of Mick Fleetwood's (of Fleetwood Mac fame) restaurant in Lahaina, West Maui. Roger McKinley was bagpiping, and MC for the no-cover evening, which started at 6.30pm with folks sitting down for dinner, in time for the 7pm ceremonious piping in the Haggis, in procession with the honorable Whisky Bearer, and the Traditional Haggis Bearer.
Roger McKinley piping in the Haggis at Fleetwoods in 2013
Whisky buffs had a treat with a special on a flight of 7 high quality scotch drams for the toasts. Lots of Burns poetry, bagpiping from members of the Isle of Maui Pipe Band, local Celtic music and good craic, served up with the regular dinner menu, or the Burns Night special of Haggis, neeps & tatties. Reservations call 808-669-MICK(6425) - Fleetwood's on Front St. is located at 744 Front Street, Lahaina, West Maui.
January 25th 2014 -The Caledonian Society of Hawaii held their annual Robert Burns dinner "The Lassies Remember Robbie", at the Oahu Country Club (150 Country Club Road, off Pali Hwy). 5.30pm No host cocktails. 6.15pm Call to Dinner. Highland or evening attire.
This year they featured the women in the young Bards life, and ladies will take major parts in the evenings program. The final toast "To the Immortal Memory of Robert Burns" featured specific 18th century women in a special dramatic presentation "The Lassies Remember Robbie".
Bagpipes, fiddle and vocal music, Scottish dancing and Haggis !
The Celtic Pipes & Drums of Hawaii at the Robert Burns dinner
Robert Burns dinner "The Lassies Remember Robbie"
Robert Burns dinner Scot of the Year
Above photos courtesy of The Caledonian Society of Hawaii
The Robert Burns Dinner is one of the most anticipated events of the Caledonian Society calendar. More members come out for this event than for any other during the year, and more guests than at any other time.
The Caledonian Society is a non-profit organization and as such do not charge more than the costs
for any event. More details please email Brian Richardson at Richards@hawaii.edu
January 25th 2014 - over on Oahu, legendary Irish singer Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfe Tones played at Anna O'Brien's from 8pm to 11pm. James McCarthy opening and the Doolin Rakes following. The night was a fundraiser for the Friends of St. Patrick to support their Saint Patrick's Day Parade, and folks enjoyed great Irish music direct from Ireland. More details from Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones
Nominated in 2009 as Ireland's Best Traditional Irish Folk Group, touring over 400 concerts in 2010 and 2011, throughout 10 different countries, Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfe Tones are known throughout the world for their quality musical presentation of Irish Patriotic Songs & Traditional Irish Music with top class fiery introductions from their lead singer, song writer and storyteller, Derek Warfield. He enjoyed success for some 40 years with the Wolfe Tones, before heading on the road with his current band - he is now joined on stage by some of the finest Irish musicians and singers from a younger generation.
Damaris Woods plays the tenor Banjo, hails from Co. Meath, and is one of the finest musicians and teachers in Ireland. Talented Singer-guitarist Alan Murray hails from Glasgow in Scotland and his love for the Glasgow Celtic Football team means that he is no stranger to Irish Traditional Music and Irish Patriotic Songs. The lineup is completed by the appearance of the youngest member of the band Dan Lowery who hails from Co. Dallas in Texas ! Dan is a multi- talented Flute and Tin-Whistle Player, guitarist/ singer and vocalist who hails from a family rich in musical tradition, song and sport and Dan's family hail from Co. Cork.
www.derekwarfield.com
www.theyoungwolfetones.com
January 24th - on Oahu, legendary Irish singer Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfe Tones played at the Irish Rose in Waikiki. Local band Hooligan's Harp followed. Strictly 21 and over. Tickets are $20 General Admission and $15 for members of the Friends of St. Patrick. Support the Saint Patrick's Day Parade fundraiser, and enjoy great Irish music direct from Ireland. More details from Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Sunday January 19th - Hamish was hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. He had interview with Dónal Clancy about his career, and new album "Songs of a Roving Blade". The son of the late legendary singer Liam Clancy, Dónal is a founding member of traditional Irish band Danú, and was one of the trio Clancy O?Connell & Clancy, with his father Liam, and cousin Robbie O?Connell. With a fantastic solo album of Celtic guitar tracks ?Close To Home?, then a couple of songs on the Tin Sandwich Band album, he has followed the family tradition with a whole new album of mainly popular Irish folk songs, and a few unusual ones. www.donalclancy.com
Dónal Clancy from Ring, Co.Waterford (courtesy Dónal)
Hamish also played some Robert Burns compositions set to great Celtic music, as the Scottish poet's birthday is on January 25th.
Not to mention another WORLD EXCLUSIVE from the Irish Rovers upcoming album "The Irish Rovers 50 Years". He also played new Celtic music from all over the world. Thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers. Special guest in the studio was Joel Agnew.
Friday January 17th & Sunday 19th - legendary Irish singer Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfe Tones played an all-ages Dinner & Show at Mulligans on the Blue in Wailea. With an Irish dinner & then the show folks enjoyed a great mix of traditional Irish songs, tunes and storytelling !
Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones at Mulligans in '13
Nominated in 2009 as Ireland's Best Traditional Irish Folk Group, touring over 400 concerts in 2010 and 2011, throughout 10 different countries, Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfe Tones are known throughout the world for their quality musical presentation of Irish Patriotic Songs & Traditional Irish Music with top class fiery introductions from their lead singer, song writer and storyteller, Derek Warfield. He enjoyed success for some 40 years with the Wolfe Tones, before heading on the road with his current band - he is now joined on stage by some of the finest Irish musicians and singers from a younger generation. www.derekwarfield.com
Damaris Woods plays the tenor Banjo, hails from Co. Meath, and is one of the finest musicians and teachers in Ireland. Talented Singer-guitarist Peadar Hickey hails from Dublin and has been playing traditional Irish Music in New York City. The lineup is completed by the appearance of the Irish American member of the band Dan Lowery, who hails from Co. Dallas in Texas ! Dan is a multi- talented Flute and Tin-Whistle Player, guitarist/ singer and vocalist who hails from a family rich in musical tradition, song and sport and Dan's family hail from Co. Cork. www.theyoungwolfetones.com
Derek was singing patriotic Irish songs and playing the bodhran, and there were ripping instrumentals from The Young Wolfe Tones, led by Damaris Woods on the banjo.
www.derekwarfield.com . www.theyoungwolfetones.com
Saturday January 18th - The Friends of St.Patrick held their Ceade Mille Failte Meeting (100,000 Welcomes) 3:30pm at the Celtic Room of O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu. Folks met the new members from the past year and honored their lifetime members. They were informed about upcoming events including the Emerald Ball and of course the Saint Patrick's Day Parade. More info Bill Comerford at bill@ejlounge.com, or call 808-223-3997.
Wednesday January 15th - The Friends of St.Patrick held their Monthly Whiskey Tasting 6:30pm at the Celtic Room of O'Toole's Pub, Downtown Honolulu. More info call 808-521-4712 or email whiskey@irishpubhawaii.com.
Sunday January 12th - Hamish had another WORLD EXCLUSIVE from the Irish Rovers on the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. He played tracks from the upcoming album "The Irish Rovers 50 Years", with interview clips from founder George Millar.
He had a live phone interview with legendary Irish singer Derek Warfield, and chatted about the next weekend Maui concerts with the Young Wolfe Tones at Mulligans on the Blue in Wailea. They played tracks from the band's new album "Let Ye All Be Irish Tonight", the latest fine offering in Derek's 50 year musical career.
Derek Warfield, and Damaris Woods of the Young Wolfe Tones at Mulligans
www.derekwarfield.com . www.theyoungwolfetones.com
Hamish also played new Celtic music from all over the world, with guest presenter Joel Agnew. Thanks to show underwriters The Irish Rovers.
Sunday January 5th - Hamish was back hosting the Maui Celtic Show on 'Sunday Solstice' on Mana'o Radio 91.7 FM, Wailuku, Maui. He had a WORLD EXCLUSIVE from the Irish Rovers upcoming album, with interview clips from founder George Millar recorded 2 days before in Kihei on Maui, about the upcoming 50th anniversary 3 disc album from the band "The Irish Rovers 50 Years". He played an original recording from the band's first LP, "Come In", re-released on this collection, a new recording of the traditional song "Patsy Fagan", and a classic old version of "Black Velvet Band" mixed with a new one, so the current band line-up is singing with the original line-up on their signiature song. He aired a brand new song "Raise A Glass To St.Patrick", and the previously released "The Overlanders", back out on the new collection.
He also be played new Celtic music from all over the world, featuring tracks from every Celtic nation to kick off the new year - Scotland, Ireland, the Isle of Man, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany, Galicia, Asturias, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and also America.