Cherish the Ladies

Cherish the Ladies, one of the world’s most acclaimed Irish music ensembles, has captivated audiences for 39 years with their vibrant blend of traditional music, enchanting vocals, and spirited step dancing. Formed in New York City in 1985 to celebrate the rise of women in Irish music, this Grammy-nominated group has performed globally, including at the White House and the Olympics, and recorded 18 acclaimed albums along with the Emmy Award-winning PBS programme An Irish Homecoming.

Led by Joanie Madden, a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow, the group features Mirella Murray (accordion), Mary Coogan (guitar), Nollaig Casey (fiddle), Kathleen Boyle (piano), Liz and Yvonne Kane (fiddle), Kate Purcell (vocals, guitar), and world champion step dancers like Nathan Pilatzke. Their music is described by the New York Times as “passionate, tender, and rambunctious,” and praised by the Washington Post for its “astonishing array of virtuosity.”

Named BBC’s Best Musical Group of the Year and Top North American Celtic Group at the Irish Music Awards, Cherish the Ladies has collaborated with The Boston Pops Symphony, Vince Gill, and Pete Seeger. Their enduring success is due to their virtuoso instrumentals, beautiful vocals, and stunning step dancing, all presented with exceptional talent and humour.

Free shuttle bus Departs Clifden Library at 7:15 pm.

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