Catherine O'Connell

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Greetings from wintry Chicago!

I hope this finds you warm and snug and enjoying the calm before the storm that is the High Holy Days!

There are lots of things going on in the next few months.

First of all, on February 19th at 3:00PM, Kathleen, Jimmy and I return to the beautiful Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus for a concert.

The show is part of the parish concert series and is free, though they do pass a free-will offering basket towards the end of the afternoon.

The band thought we would focus on 'songs we learned on the way to your special events;' truly some of the best song suggestions have been from all of you. So, if you entrusted us with a special song, why not join us? Let us know what you would like to hear, as always, we are in need of direction!

Secondly, Sunday, Feb. 26, 7:30PM; Kathleen Keane has put together an extravaganza! The Keane Machine debuts as the first in the IAHC local artist series at the Heritage Center. The Keane Machine is a collaborative effort between musicians, singers and dancers from Irish, Gypsy Jazz, Classical and Flamenco backgrounds. It is an experience guaranteed to lift your spirits and fill your hearts with joy. I'm on the bill along with loads of others; for tickets and more information go to www.irish-american.org.

Thirdly, Siamsa n naGael is Monday, March 12th, at Symphony Center in Chicago.

This year we will share the stories of Daniel O'Connell and Frederick Douglass, through music and narration, Martin Sheen is scheduled to narrate, he did such a beautiful job last year. Also singing this year is Rod Dixon, whose voice makes me weep, it is so touching. The Old St. Pat's Choir, myself and a few others will also be singing; the Metropolis Symphony, step dancers and bagpipes round out the evening. For more info go to: www.cso.org

Finally, for the first time I can remember, I will be out of town on St. Patrick's Day, Saturday, March 17th! I have been invited to be soloist with the Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra and choruses in Appleton, WI as they perform two Shaun Davies pieces. It is an honor to be part of this wonderful celebration of "Special Olympics Suite" and "The Pilgrim". For tickets and more information, please go to www.foxvalleysymphony.com

Finally I wish you all a happy, healthy winter and safe travels,

Catherine

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