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    The Chieftans

    The Chieftans

    Presented by The Hanover Theatre at The Hanover Theatre

    March 9, 2010

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    With a career that spans forty-four years and forty-three albums, The Chieftains are not only Ireland’s premier musical ambassadors but also the most enduring and influential creative force in establishing the international appeal of Celtic music and have also collaborated with many musical legends including Van Morrison and Sting. Six-time Grammy winners and nineteen-time Grammy nominees, The Chieftains continue to maintain an international touring schedule that has brought them before literally millions of fans on every continent. The Chieftains were formed in 1962 by Paddy Moloney, from the ranks of the top folk musicians in Ireland. Paddy brought together musicians such as fiddler Martin Fay, flautist Michael Tubridy, tin whistle virtuoso Seán Potts, and bodhrán player David Fallon. They recorded a supposedly one-off instrumental album but five years later were reunited with some additions - fiddler Seán Keane, and Peader Mercier replacing Fallon. Derek Bell, harpist came on board in 1973. It wasn't until 1975 that The Chieftains began playing together full time and they marked the event with a historic performance in Albert Hall in London.


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        The Hanover Theatre

        Two Southbridge Street
        Worcester, MA 01608

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      • Admission Info

        Tickets: $43.50-$55.50. WOO Card/Student Discounts available. Swipe your WOO card to earn points! Group of 15 or more $5/$4 discount (depending on seat)

        Info Phone: 1-877-571-SHOW (7469)

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        Dates:
        March 9, 2010

        Times:
        7:00 pm

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