Irish In America

with Mary King, Cathy Clasper-Torch and Ed Sweeney

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Come join us for a musical journey celebrating the ‘Irish in America‘. Irish immigrants captured the heart of the nation with their mix of Irish jigs, ballads, folk songs, storytelling and humor. Their music was influenced from their travels throughout New England, the Midwest, Appalachia and the West. Their Celtic traditions were infused with new styles and instruments creating a new voice to their culture, along with the old. Get your green on, warm up your voices and enjoy the warmth, spirit and hilarity of the ‘Irish in America’. (Mary King often teaches a beginning Irish jig before the start of each program).

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  • They captured the hearts of the audience...

    I had the privilege of booking Mary King, Cathy Clasper-Torch and Ed Sweeney for a presentation of "The Irish in America" at the Willett Library, which was a perfect family-friendly community event. They captured the hearts of the audience with a mix of Irish jigs, ballads, folk songs, story telling, and jokes. Everyone enjoyed the beautiful Celtic harp, dulcimer, fiddle, banjo, and assorted percussion instruments. Mary, Cathy, and Ed are very friendly, professional, and easy to work with, too. I highly recommend them!

    Heather
    Willett Library

  • The Irish in America Concert on the patio at Rochambeau Library was amazing!

    The Irish in America Concert on the patio at Rochambeau Library was amazing! The audience of over 45 people were delighted with the stories and music shared by Mary, Cathy and Ed. This group knows how to create an easy and warm atmosphere that is both engaging and fun! 

    Aimee Fontaine
    Systems Coordinator Administration
    Rochambeau Public library, Providence, R.I.

  • We had audience members of all ages who enjoyed themselves

    The Willett Free Library and the North Kingstown Arts Council were thrilled to host the Irish in America program in August. It was a highlight of our summer season! The program was interesting, informative, upbeat, and most of all, fun! We had audience members of all ages who enjoyed themselves, and people are still talking about how wonderful the program was weeks later. Thank you for bringing your talent and energy to Saunderstown!

    Jennifer Shaker
    Library Director
    Willett Free Library
Mary King teaches a beginning Irish jig before each program and the dancers join the performance! Fun for all!

Mary on a Podcast!

Hear Rhode Island Celtic harpist Mary King play the traditional Irish tunes she grew up with. Learn about her family in Ireland, and find out about the musicians she’s worked with and known.
Hear Rhode Island Celtic harpist Mary King play the traditional Irish tunes she grew up with. Learn about her family in Ireland, and find out about the musicians she’s worked with and known.