The Mícheál Ó Domhnaill Branch of Oregon
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January 2020
CCE IRISH SATURDAYS
Every 4th Saturday we will be offering up a buffet of music, song and dance… and don’t forget the potluck! We hope to offer a little bit of everything – or at least a lot of things – in order to be as inclusive and inspiring as possible. Come as you will, early or later. $10 per person covers any and all of these exciting activities. For January, here's our schedule and list of offerings. 4-5pm — Fionn Seisiún Tune…
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YOUTH SESSION
Our monthly Youth Session is held every second Sunday from 12-1:30PM in the Commons Room of the Northwest Hostel.
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CCE Irish Saturday continues in February! Foinn Seisiún Tune Learning 4-5pm (upstairs) Learn two or three tunes by ear, selected from the CCE Foinn Seisiún books and presented by one of our local, accomplished session players. Irish Gaelic Conversation 4-6pm (small room off the lobby) This is an opportunity to improve your Irish Gaelic, or just sit back and let the syllables flow over you! Unguided conversation practice in Gaelic for all levels. Introductory phrase handouts provided for those who don’t know…
Find out more »March 2020
YOUTH SESSION
Our monthly Youth Session is held every second Sunday from 12-1:30PM in the Commons Room of the Northwest Hostel.
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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED IN EFFORTS TO HELP CONTAIN THE spread of the Covid-19 virus in our community.
Find out more »April 2020
YOUTH SESSION *CANCELLED*
CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 Our monthly Youth Session is held every second Sunday from 12-1:30PM in the Commons Room of the Northwest Hostel.
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Comhaltas North American Convention 2020 *CANCELLED*
Convention CANCELLED In light of the recent mandates to enhance social distancing in the Bay Area to help prevent spread of the COVID-19 virus, we deeply regret that it is necessary to cancel the Convention.
Find out more »SPLENDID ISOLATION
our VERY FIRST ONLINE musician's showcase! CLICK FOR MORE DETAILS
Find out more »May 2020
YOUTH SESSION
Our monthly Youth Session is held every second Sunday from 12-1:30PM in the Commons Room of the Northwest Hostel.
Find out more »MIDWEST FLEADH
The Midwest Fleadh Cheoil is a the main regional traditional Irish music competition hosted annually by a Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann branched that is based in the Midwest. In 2020, the fleadh will be hosted by the Murphy Roche Irish Music Club at the Crown Plaza hotel in Northbrook (suburb of Chicago) in Illinois from May 15-17. MORE INFO HERE
Find out more »For The Love Of The Tune
In remembrance of Carol Spellman, CCE Oregon presents a free viewing of her documentary video, For The Love Of The Tune, a tribute to female musicians who have contributed significantly to Ireland's musical heritage, often without credit or recognition. Video features such notable musicians as Maire Breatnach, Lucy Farr, Julie Langan, Siobhan Peoples, Kitty Hayes, Julia Clifford, Kevin Burke, Dr. Gearoid O hAllmhurain, Kitty Sheain Cunningham and many others. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO WATCH VIDEO
Find out more »December 2020
The Bothy Boy
‘The Bothy Boy’, a documentary that details the life and musical career of our branch’s namesake– Mícheál Ó Domhnaill. Mícheál was a gifted guitarist, singer, composer, arranger, producer, and member of one of the most influential Irish traditional music groups of all time– The Bothy Band. He joined our Portland community in the early 1980s and became a major contributor to our burgeoning Irish music scene. The film will be available for viewing on our website from Dec 26th - Jan…
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Slow Session with John Whelan
“Taking Time” slow session with John Whelan on Zoom. The session is FREE and every Wednesday, starting at 4pm PST for 2 hours. To join or for more info, visit John's session page.
Find out more »February 2021
Slow Session with John Whelan
“Taking Time” slow session with John Whelan on Zoom. The session is FREE and every Wednesday, starting at 4pm PST for 2 hours. To join or for more info, visit John's session page.
Find out more »Slow Session with John Whelan
“Taking Time” slow session with John Whelan on Zoom. The session is FREE and every Wednesday, starting at 4pm PST for 2 hours. To join or for more info, visit John's session page.
Find out more »Slow Session with John Whelan
“Taking Time” slow session with John Whelan on Zoom. The session is FREE and every Wednesday, starting at 4pm PST for 2 hours. To join or for more info, visit John's session page.
Find out more »Slow Session with John Whelan
“Taking Time” slow session with John Whelan on Zoom. The session is FREE and every Wednesday, starting at 4pm PST for 2 hours. To join or for more info, visit John's session page.
Find out more »March 2021
Ceiliúradh: A St. Patrick’s Day Concert & Raffle Fundraiser
Live Stream Concert of Traditional Irish Song, Music, Poetry and Dance! Tune in to T.C. O'Leary's FB Page 3/11 at 7pm for a great kick-off to Saint Patrick's Day! WATCH HERE
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