August 20 & 21, 2011
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Adults: $16. Kids 12 & under admitted free. Gates open at 11am on Saturday, 9am on Sunday
Featuring fantastic entertainment from the Emerald Isles, plus world-class Irish-American bands and dancers. Dozens of authentic Irish vendors, traditional foods, and plenty of beverages.
Sunday features a Bagpipe Competition, followed by the spectacular Mass March as hundreds of pipers and drummers march down the mountain in unison. After the Mass March, the entire procession will play as one at the base of the mountain - it's a spine-tingling sight that is not to be missed. Please note that pets are not permitted on the festival grounds.
Kids' Tent featuring:
- Andrew Simmons Wildlife Show
- Melody "Whoopsy Daisy" Newcombe
- Mike the Juggler
- and More
2011 Entertainment (click here for schedule):
Shilelagh Law - www.halfthebottle.com (Saturday night only)
New York and Irish music have a long and storied history together, a collision of two cultures that results in bedlam, beauty, and a lot in between. Shilelagh Law embodies all that is New York Irish Music: old songs, new songs, jigs, reels, dancing, weeping, lots of laughter, plenty of drinks, and the inevitable visit to the local diner at 5 a.m.By interpreting traditional Irish Music through a filter of urban grittiness, Shilelagh Law helps to define the Irish-American experience that is such a big part of New York town.
BEAUTIFUL DAY - www.beautifulday-u2tribute.com (Sunday night only)
Beautiful Day is simply an incredible live tribute to U2. Formed by two tribute band veterans - Michael Schmidt (Bono) and Matt Dooley (The Edge), Beautiful Day is dedicated to offering U2 fans the opportunity to experience a live show that recreates the magic that is a U2 concert. From the unique and haunting sound of Edge’s heavily effected guitar, to the thought provoking, intense and passionate approach of Bono’s vocals and stage act, a Beautiful Day performance will have you on your feet and inspired from beginning to end. A typical Beautiful Day concert will have the fans singing to hits such as Magnificent, With or Without You, Where the Streets Have No Name, One and of course the bands name sake, Beautiful Day along with those fan favorite’s like Gloria, Electric Co. and Bad. All recreated with stunning accuracy and attention to detail unlike any other U2 tribute band currently on the scene. From “Boy” to “How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb” and through the new U2 release “No Line on the Horizon”, Beautiful Day sets the highest standard that all tribute bands seek to attain – perfection! The addition of a light and multi media show complete with video walls and all the trappings of a U2 extravaganza makes a Beautiful Day show one that you just have to see to believe.
Four Celtic Voices - www.fourcelticvoices.com
Four kindred spirits, Celeste Ray, Erin Hill, Carol Crittenden and Maria Johnson have joined forces to create a vibrant, vivacious and fresh Celtic Voices group for the enjoyment of their many fans throughout the East Coast region. Celeste and Carol performed the folk festival circuit together when Ray first moved to New York City in 2002. Although feeling completely at home with their considerable creativity as individual artists, Celeste, Erin, Carol and Maria are pleased to announce they are now creating an even greater impact on audiences as a dynamic and mesmerizing performance team.
Tartan Terrors - www.tartanterrors.com
Taking the Celtic scene by storm, the Tartan Terrors, North America's premiere Celtic Event, features the best in music, comedy and dance. Bolstered by the blistering piping of a Two Time World Champion Bagpiper, the driving tones of drums from around the world, and a guitar played unlike any you've ever heard, standing room only audiences understand why Dig This Magazine declares "(The Terrors) one act to keep an eye on!" Combine this musical prowess with championship calibre Highland Dancers and intentionally recognized comedic performers and this Celtic Group goes beyond the ordinary. Member of the Tartan Terrors have performed on 4 different continents; in some of the most prestigious Festivals, Highland Games and Theatres of North America; for President Clinton; Queen Elizabeth II; and Good Morning America. They're even streaming for on-demand listening in multiple international podcasts including a coveted spot on Pulse of the Planet in Spain! Join the phenomenon of the Tartan Terrors and see why Celtic Beat Magazine hails them as "the heirs apparent to the [Celtic] mayhem."
Burning Bridget Cleary - www.burningbridgetcleary.com
Burning Bridget Cleary took form on St. Patty's day of '06 when Genevieve Gillespie joined forces with the father-daughter duo, Lou and Rose Baldino. The combination sparks a blaze of Celtic sound that is perceived way beyond the sum of its parts! The girls front the band with their fiery fiddles, bringing a lively flair of youthful intensity and exuberance to traditional tunes. Lou‘s guitar bestows the dynamic rhythm and bass end, tastefully embellished with distinctive chording. Canadian native, Peter Trezzi, completes this compelling combination with the beat of the African djembe.
Weaving in some choice vocal numbers and building the energy with some spirited stepdancing, Burning Bridget Cleary has wowed packed audiences at the Scottish-Irish Fest in Green Lane (2006 and 2007), the Celtic Classic (2006, 2007, 2009, 2010), the 2007 Celtic Winter Classic, the Mayfair Festival of the Arts (2008, 2009, 2010), the Spring Gulch Folk Festival (2008), the Shawnee Mountain Celtic Fest (2008), The Philadelphia Folk Festival (2009), and the Tin Angel (2009), and many more popular venues. Rose and Genna met seven years ago at Granny McCarthy’s Irish music sessions in Bethlehem PA- both have been first-place trophy winners in the Celtic Classic fiddle competitions. Their debut CD, Catharsis, was released in September, 2006. Their second production, "Everything is Alright", was released in November 2008, and won "2009 Album of the Year" on Boston-based CelticRadio.net. Their third CD is scheduled for a March 2011 release.
Andy Cooney - www.andycooney.com - (Sunday Only)
Andy Cooney has taken the Irish-American music scene by storm. Andy Cooney was christened by The New York Times as "Irish America's Favorite Son". With his outstanding voice and dynamic stage presence makes him a favorite with audiences as he renders songs ranging from all-time favorites like "Galway Bay" and "Danny Boy" to his hit records "The Irish Wedding Song", "Boston Rose" and "Daughter of Mine". Andy's talent and versatility provide the ability to deliver a song directly to the hearts of his listeners.
Mother Grove - www.kiltrock.net
Mother Grove will get you up and dancing jig after jig with their unique blend of well crafted original rock music and rousing rocked up traditional songs. But nestled between the hard hitting bagpipes, drums, bass and guitar and the sweet, rocking fiddle, penny whistle and mandolin are creative original rock songs, with lyrics that will leave you singing along, brushing back a tear or even scratching your head.
Mother Grove has built a reputation for their professionalism over the years. Pub owners, festival directors and sound techs have all heralded them as being “the most easy going band on the circuit”. While many bands might disappear after a show, you’ll find Mother Grove milling about, chatting with fans and having as much (or more!) fun as the crowd. If you’re into rocking Celtic music, upbeat traditional, or clever and well written pop songs, you’ll find it here, for there’s truly something for everyone with Mother Grove.
BARLEYJUICE - www.barleyjuice.com
With five studio albums and a double CD collection to date, these five kilted yanks are currently one of the most beloved celtic rock bands in the USA. Kyf Brewer's signature whiskey-soaked vocals perfectly trademark the group's quick-witted and catchy originals, and partner Keith "Swanny" Swanson is no slouch, lithely covering additional lead vocals, guitar, mandolin, whistle, bouzouki, and bagpipes. Both originally piped in the Loch Rannoch Pipe Band, and performed in Edinburgh's Millennium March for Prince Charles. While Swanson was once a member of New York's legendary Flailin' Shilaleghs, Kyf's been a pro performer since his first band, The Ravyns, produced the hit "Raised on the Radio" for the film Fast Times At Ridgemont High, and his lead vocals and writing skills soon after earned Company of Wolves high accolades for their eponymous Mercury/Polygram debut.
Backing Brewer & Swanson are a mad trio: captivating fiddler Shelley Weiss, whose training swings from classical to bluegrass within the most authentic jigs & hornpipes; drummer Gregor Schroeder, a powerhouse of driving decadence; and hopping bassist Eric Worthington, musical snake-charmer of the deep and dulcet.
The ayes have it - Barleyjuice is a grand group of talented tunesmiths and prodigious performers, and the absolute best time you can have at a concert without removing your kilt.
Mythica - www.mythicamusic.com
Armed with an arsenal of instruments, Mythica takes listeners on a sonic rollercoaster ride. Influenced by traditional and contemporary Celtic and World music, and by rock artists like Paul Simon, Led Zeppelin, and Tori Amos, Mythica writes songs that are inventive but accessible, fresh yet familiar. Mythica uses the hurdy gurdy, mandolin, woodwinds, bodhran and fiddle, as well as non-traditional instruments like the electric guitar, bass and drum kit to produce a musical melting pot tied together with powerful vocals, addictive melodies, and provocative lyrics.
Mythica's popularity is due in part to their songwriting ingenuity. Self-dubbed "Celtic fusionists," the members of Mythica are in their element while fusing Celtic with genres like Breton, funk, and chicha (South American surf rock).
All the members of Mythica come from very diverse musical and ethnic backgrounds, and we like to explore them through our music," says lead singer Melissa Cox. "There is always a strong Celtic undercurrent that runs through our songs...sometimes that current carries us to other musical lands. In a world that is becoming increasingly diverse and multi-racial, it's only natural music would evolve along with that. Photo courtesy Nicole Ferrara.
Moonshiners - www.themoonshinersband.com
The Moonshiners are an Irish American band playing the very best of Irish songs and instrumental as well as American Rock and Roll.
Our debut CD "The Boys and Girls in Blue" features original songs such as “The Boys and Girls in Blue” – this song has become very popular with Law enforcement men and women across the country. The song's video has 100,000 hits on Youtube. Other originals include “Talk to Rory” and “Potatoes” as well as traditional Irish songs such as “Brennan on the Moor” and “Sally Garden”. The band performs live shows throughout the year in the tri-state area at several Irish festivals, Pubs and NYPD Emerald Society and AOH-sponsored events. The Moonshiners were recently featured live on WFUV 90.7 FM . The band consists of Tommy O'Callaghan (vocals), Joe O'Brien (keys), Bobby Moller (drums), Patsy Lonzello (bass), Frank Banafato (guitar) and Tommy Burns (accordion and guitar).
Cray and Dempsey - www.crayanddempsey.com
“They’re Irish and They’re Rockin’
Cray and Dempsey are an exciting duo that will entertain you with their great music, funny jokes and sing along’s. They have appeared in many major festival and night clubs around the northeast that have made them a must see show. Be sure to catch this great act appearing for the first time at The Hunter Mountain Irish Festival.
Triskele - http://triskele.dcdworld.com/
Triskele, or triple spiral, is a pre-celtic symbol found on a number of Irish Megalithic and Neolithic sites, most notably inside the Newgrange passage tomb, on the entrance stone, and on some of the curbstones surrounding the mound. The three spirals reflect earth, sea, and sky or body, mind, and spirit.
Triskele the band, was born at Albany Medical Center in the winter of 2009. Noeleen Whelan, a Dublin-born native, found co-worker Sharon Wheeler, a native of the Capital District, and this all female Celtic group was formed! Both lovers of the traditional and Gaelic music, Wheeler is a registered music therapist and multi-instrumentalist. Whelan plays guitar and bodhran. Their unique vocal harmonies and passion for helping others and sharp wit make them a unique blend o' sweet and saucy! Christine Whelan-Taylor on bass and Jennifer Kiliniski on flute, vocals and percussion added another dynamic to our their sound!
Triskele have a passion to revive the gaelic language in song. Noeleen hailing from Dublin grew up speaking gaelic. Triskele also makes it their mission in life to tithe a portion of their sales profits to a different charity each month.
Ed Ryan - www.ed-ryan.com
Ed Ryan makes the kind of music that you never get tired of listening to. The Long Island singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist has been described as "an unusual blend of unbridled cynic and hopeless romantic" and is a man whose powerful voice and sharp wit have made him a popular favorite in and out of the music scene.
Starting his public career at such venues as New York's legendary Folk City, Ed Ryan was singled out as a "strong songwriter with an even stronger voice." By the time his band Ed Ryan & The Underdogs was handpicked to tour the country as the support act for then teen-queen Debbie Gibson, Ed had been hailed by one critic as "possibly the best songwriter on Long Island today." His next band, the hard-edged Wide Awake, released two successful CDs and was crowned first place winner of both the Long Island Music Festival in 1994 and the WBAB HomeGrown Competition in 1995. The new millennium found Ed Ryan at the helm of yet another successful band, the acoustic-based Rhino Caravan, who released 2 more well-received CDs before parting ways.
Emerald Dawn - website
Emerald Dawn is an acoustic Irish band based in Albany, NY. Consisting of Bob Lord on guitar & vocals, Dawn Lenahan on mandolin & vocals and Marnen Laibow-Koser on fiddle and viola, they are very active on the Capital District music scene and were selected to play at last year’s Irish2000 festival in Ballston Spa, NY. As well as this Summer’s Great American Irish Festival in Utica, NY in July and the Schenectady AOH Celtic Faire in June. Playing both Irish and non-Irish venues, the group plays a broad range of traditional and contemporary tunes, all with their own distinctive touch of tight harmonies. Their extensive playlist and ability to get the audience involved is quickly making Emerald Dawn a favorite on the local music scene.
Music at the Summit with Shay Mac - www.shaymac.com
Shay Mac was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. Shay was lead singer with the very popular “Rafferty” before embarking on his solo career and performing on the cabaret scene in Dublin city. Shay has been performing in the Tri-State area, on Irish Cruises, as well as in Chicago and Boston. Shay’s repertoire includes a mixture of Irish ballads, country, rock/pop and middle-of-the-road songs. Shay's 2006 CD entitled “Rolling On”, was quite successful. Shay has appeared on the popular Yonkers TV show, Emerald Focus on a few occasions. Shay has also appeared, on RTE's (Radio Television Eireann) Late Late Show.
Also...
- Amerscot Highland Pipe and Drum
- Donnie Golden Dancers
- Darrah Carr Dance Troupe
Vendors
Hunter One:
- 1000 Oaks Barrel Co. – Cigars & homebrew kits
- American Irish Luck – Irish themed clothing
- Anique Designs – Fine artisan jewelry
- Arts Hand Made – Handmade crafts
- Bath Fitter – Bath remodel display
- Celtic Attitudes – Celtic Clothing
- Celtic Heritage Productions – CD’s & Instruments
- Cooler Gadgets – Various Beverage Gadgets
- Denneny Sporting Goods – Irish Apparel
- Eire’s Irish Gifts – Kilts, capes and other apparel
- Fireball Designs – Airbrush Tattoos
- Four Winds – Jewelry & personal accessories
- Frame it in Skis – Gifts made from recycled skis
- Gavin’s Irish Country Inn – Irish Soda Bread
- Gerry Scanlon & Sons – Irish clothing
- Highwinds Farm – Herbs & Teas
- Infamous Welsh Cookie Co. – Welsh Cookies
- Irish Tea Shirt Tarce
- Lords of the Seas – Celtic framed verse and other Celtic gifts
- Pearlstone Jewelry
- Philosophers Stone – jewelry, swards and daggers
- RoseCrag – History of Family Names
- Shamrock Apparel – Clothing
- Silver Magic – Sterling silver jewelry
- Sun Flower Trading Co. – Hats
- Sunny Hill Crafts – Grapevine items and signs
- Susan Gallagher Jewelrysmith – Silver & Gold jewelry
Slope side:
- Climb Time – Climbing wall
- Mountain T’s – Festival T’s
- Rip’s Wild Mountain Honey – Honey
- The Catskill Mountain Country Store – Donuts & Fudge
Colonel’s Hall:
- Ambrosian Cookery – Cutlery, cookware and aprons
- Audrey’s Art – Scarves, bags and hats
- Barbara’s World – Magnetic Jewelry
- Blue Heron Acres – American Wagyu Beef
- Celtic Craft – Celtic jewelry
- Classic Irish Imports – Rugby’s, sweaters and other clothing
- Colleens’ Celtic Cove – jewelry, tees and gifts
- Edelweiss Soap Co. – Handmade goats milk soap
- Enchanted Décor – Jewelry, pottery and alpaca clothing
- Eugenia’s Irish Gems – Wooden plaques & slates and other Irish gifts
- European Craft Store – European Gifts
- Fattbob’s Jerky Hut – USDA Jerky
- Highland Ltd – Irish & Scottish gifts
- Ireland on the Road – Irish Rugby shirts
- J&S Sales – Ladies Apparel
- Just Peachy Jewels – Wood crafted figurines and jewelry
- Lennon’s Irish Shop – Irish clothing
- Quality Irish Imports – Irish sweaters, throws and scarves
- Scottish Wolf – Celtic gifts
- The Gift Horse – Hand painted slates
- The Silver Jewel – Pearls, beads and jewelry
- Tina Accardi Designs – Handcrafted jewelry
- WeGotIrish.com – Irish gifts & clothing
- Wildflowers & Bugs Studio – custom signs
Food Vendors:
- A Couple of Nuts – fresh roasted nuts
- All American Concession – Pizza, Stromboli and Cotton Candy
- Jamaican Cuisine
- Catskill Mountain Catering – Wings & wraps
- Everything About Crepes – Sweet & savory crepes
- DnD Funnel Cake
- Harvest Moon Kettle Corn
- Have An Ice Day – Italian Ice
- Shish Kabob Hut – Gyros and Kabobs
- S&S Enterprises – Karl Ehmer Sausage, baked potatoes, potato pancakes, sausage & peppers & London broil
- Texas Tornado Chips – Tornado chips, curly fries and Nachos
Vendor Information: Craft/Commercial | Food
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