A Celtic Evening
Featuring
Greater Midwest Pipe Band,
Blackthorn,
and
Motor City Irish Dancers
Greater Midwest Pipe Band,
Blackthorn,
and
Motor City Irish Dancers
Our ARTISTS
Greater Midwest Pipe Band
The Greater Midwest Pipe Band was established in 2013 having its first competitive season in 2014. Since its founding the band has striven to develop a strong competitive presence at the Grade II level. The band was founded under the intentions to develop an organization that was centrally located in the Midwestern United States. With many of its initial members coming from either Detroit or Chicago, it was decided that the band should be located somewhere in South Central, Michigan. Chance has it that Battle Creek, Michigan is nearly dead center between both metropolitan areas. We have been very fortunate to call Battle Creek home. The band rehearses at the Music Center of South Central Michigan. Currently the band has members from all across North America with representation from 7 States and 1 Canadian Province. With our new approach to a high level competitive band, and the use of modern technology, we are able to staff our organization with players from all corners of North America.
The Greater Midwest Pipe Band was established in 2013 having its first competitive season in 2014. Since its founding the band has striven to develop a strong competitive presence at the Grade II level. The band was founded under the intentions to develop an organization that was centrally located in the Midwestern United States. With many of its initial members coming from either Detroit or Chicago, it was decided that the band should be located somewhere in South Central, Michigan. Chance has it that Battle Creek, Michigan is nearly dead center between both metropolitan areas. We have been very fortunate to call Battle Creek home. The band rehearses at the Music Center of South Central Michigan. Currently the band has members from all across North America with representation from 7 States and 1 Canadian Province. With our new approach to a high level competitive band, and the use of modern technology, we are able to staff our organization with players from all corners of North America.
Blackthorn
Blackthorn has played throughout the Great Lakes region since 1984 and are celebrating their 40th anniversary this year. Based in Detroit, they can be found regularly at O’Mara’s Pub and Restaurant in Berkley. Other venues include concert halls, universities and festivals, including main stage appearances at the prestigious Michigan Irish Festival and world renowned Milwaukee Irish Fest.
Metro Detroiters fondly remember Blackthorn’s annual appearances on J. P. McCarthy’s St. Patrick’s Day show on WJR radio in the 1980s and 1990s, and later with Paul W. Smith. They have released seven CDs, and have performed with guest musicians such as members of the Michigan Opera Theater and the Motor City Brass Band. In 2010, Blackthorn was voted “Best Folk Band/Artist” by the readers of The Detroit Metro Times. In 2018 the band was inducted into the Michigan Irish American Hall of Fame.
Blackthorn has played throughout the Great Lakes region since 1984 and are celebrating their 40th anniversary this year. Based in Detroit, they can be found regularly at O’Mara’s Pub and Restaurant in Berkley. Other venues include concert halls, universities and festivals, including main stage appearances at the prestigious Michigan Irish Festival and world renowned Milwaukee Irish Fest.
Metro Detroiters fondly remember Blackthorn’s annual appearances on J. P. McCarthy’s St. Patrick’s Day show on WJR radio in the 1980s and 1990s, and later with Paul W. Smith. They have released seven CDs, and have performed with guest musicians such as members of the Michigan Opera Theater and the Motor City Brass Band. In 2010, Blackthorn was voted “Best Folk Band/Artist” by the readers of The Detroit Metro Times. In 2018 the band was inducted into the Michigan Irish American Hall of Fame.
Motor City Irish Dance
Motor City Irish Dance is the only non-competitive Irish dance school in Southeast Michigan. In our classes, students of all ages learn to enjoy Irish dance and connect with its rich cultural heritage in a fun, no-pressure environment. We also have a performance company that showcases Irish dance and music in full-length stage shows, local community events, and private performances throughout the year.
Motor City Irish Dance is the only non-competitive Irish dance school in Southeast Michigan. In our classes, students of all ages learn to enjoy Irish dance and connect with its rich cultural heritage in a fun, no-pressure environment. We also have a performance company that showcases Irish dance and music in full-length stage shows, local community events, and private performances throughout the year.
tHE sHOW
First Half
Greater Midwest Pipe Band
and
Motor City Irish Dancers
Greater Midwest Pipe Band
and
Motor City Irish Dancers
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Gathering 4/4 Marches
Caber Feidh, Andrew Warnock 6/8 Marches Ellenorr, Jean Mauchline, PM Donald MacLean of Lewis March, Strathspey and Reel Lord Alexander Kennedy, The Bob of Fettercairn, MacAllister’s Dirk John MacDonald of Glencoe, John Roy Stewart, Major Manson Evolution Hornpipes Joined by Motor City Irish Dancers performing Rounds of Rhythm Sandy's New Chanter, KC Connection, Little Hands Traditional 3/4 Marches Farewell to Nigg, MacGregor of Rora, Dark Lowers the Night Slow Air and Jigs Joined by Motor City Irish Dancers performing Misneach In Peril on the Sea, The Spice of Life, Steve Byrne's Jig Motor City Irish Dancers Camelot Treble Reel Jillian's Jig Get Reel Inspiration Hornpipes Calum Campbell's Caprice, Walking the Plank Traditional 4/4 Marches Scotland the Brave, The Rowan Tree, Wings The Ascent and Descent of Ben More Medley Steve Biggs of Wellington, Duncan the Gauger, Poyntzfield, Doctor Kenneth Noisewater, Calum Campbell of Benbecula, London Lasses, The Ascent and Descent of Ben More |
Intermission
Second Half
Blackthorn
Selections of Irish classics performed by the masters themselves
Blackthorn
Selections of Irish classics performed by the masters themselves
Supporters and Thanks
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We would like to thank our sponsors and donors for this event!
Sponsors The Music Center of South Central Michigan AT Percussion Hardcase Donors Ann Arbor Art Center Ashka Spa Belle Tire Byron Voorheis Cardwell Florist Keller & Stein - Florist Kimberly Sievewright Malcolm MacLean Michigan Fire House Museum National Museum of the Great Lakes Oasis Hot Tubs-Ann Arbor Royal Oak Golf Center Spins Bowl Canton (Canton Super Bowl) Susan Thomson Texas Roadhouse- Westland Trader Joe's- Livonia United Shore Professional Baseball League We would like to thank you! Thank you for coming to be a part of this evening with us. Your presence has played a huge role in making this year and upcoming season a possibility for the Greater Midwest Pipe Band. In particular, you are a significant contributor to making a trip to the World Pipe Band Championship possible. This trip is extremely costly for the individuals and the band as a whole, and your support is beyond appreciated. If you wish to continue to help support the Greater Midwest Pipe Band beyond this evening. Please consider becoming one of our donors through the link below, or visit the Support Us! page on our website. |