With St. Patrick's Day approaching, let's start getting into the spirit! Join us for an evening of beautiful Celtic music at Quad City Arts Presents Grosse Isle. Experience the rich culture and lively sounds of Ireland, right here in the Quad Cities! Join us for a full live performance, offering a captivating blend of rhythms and melodies celebrating their dual heritage, Irish and Que´be´cois.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date and Time: Saturday, March 23, at 7 p.m.
Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the performance begins at 7:00 pm.
A cash bar will be available.
- Skylark Studios
4401 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201
- Ticket Price: $20
- Please Pre-purchase Your Tickets Online, (Limited capacity)
The traditional music trio Grosse Isle was born out of the “absolutely magical” collaboration between three exceptional musicians from Quebec and Ireland (The Irish Music Magazine). Together, Sophie Lavoie du Lac-St-Jean (fiddle, piano, vocal), Andre´ Marchand the legendary (guitar, vocal), and Fiachra O’Regan, Irish champion (uilleann pipes, whistle, banjo) shine with their rich and enveloping music. The band name refers to the story of the mass arrival of the Irish in the 19th century, on Grosse Isle in the St. Lawrence River, as they fled the Great Famine. It is a striking encounter between two peoples and two cultures. Fusing Irish and Que´be´cois repertoire with original compositions, Grosse Isle presents pieces from the album The Bonesetter as well as many surprises on stage! The harmonious blend of the two cultures, the authenticity and the immense talent of the artists give a sublime result! From laments to more rhythmic songs, the performance is varied and showcases the 1001 colors of the band.
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