Celtic Landscapes with Grand Rapids Symphony and Eileen Ivers

Mar 16, 2024 · DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapids, MI DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapids, MI

Mar 16

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Grand Rapids Symphony

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The Grand Rapids Symphony, founded in 1930 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a leading regional orchestra. It is known for its musical excellence, diverse programming spanning classical to contemporary, and extensive community engagement. The symphony earned a Grammy nomination for "Invention and Alchemy" in 2006. It also collaborates with Opera Grand Rapids and the Grand Rapids Ballet.

Eileen Ivers

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American-born fiddler Eileen Ivers, known for transforming Irish fiddling into an acclaimed art, is a nine-time All-Ireland champion. A member of groups like Cherish the Ladies and Green Fields of America, she collaborated with Hall & Oates, Sting, and appeared in Riverdance. Her albums "Wild Blue" and "Crossing the Bridge" highlight her innovativeness. Ivers has worked on film soundtracks like "Gangs of New York" and led Immigrant Soul, merging traditional music with new influences. She has performed with major orchestras and released "Beyond the Bog Road" and "Scatter the Light."