Eileen Ivers and A Joyful Christmas!
I will confess that there are not words to describe how excited we are to have Eileen bring her band and her fabulous Christmas show to Fort Worth for the first time! If you know of Eileen then you know already that you are in for a huge treat. If you don't know, then you by all means need to come and find out! Please note that advance tickets are a great idea, tickets will be $35 at the door.
It's the most wonderful time of the year ...
... and for years Eileen and the band have been celebrating the glorious story of Christmas, thoughtfully, uniquely and with pure unbridled joy! Eileen’s Irish and American roots shine throughout the evening’s beautiful mix of traditional, story-filled, age-old Wren Day songs, poems, and of course, foot stomping and hollerin’ roots music. Eileen and the ensemble’s plethora of instruments and voices weave throughout the evening, coupled with Ivers’ signature warmth, inviting listeners in for a tuneful, soulful celebration capturing the true spirit and joy of the season.
This is such a rare chance to see Eileen and her band in such an intimate, wonderful setting! Her music will soar in this room and being a part of it will create such amazing moments and memories. This is not to be missed!
From Kevin Rolfe, The Utah Concert Review: The show was filled with amazing music, medleys, and poetry. Eileen Ivers is clearly a talented musician, but also a great storyteller. I enjoyed hearing the background of the music. It was totally interesting to me and clearly to the rest of the audience. As I looked around I could see people’s eyes were locked on Ivers and her words.
A huge highlight for me was a segment in the show when Eileen Ivers was on stage alone, just her and her fiddle. She shared with us the amazing things a fiddle can do when plugged in. She created an entire song using a looping pedal …she created a beat, a bass line, a melody, and harmonies. It filled the room. Again, I looked around The Noorda and saw eyes wide open. It was really impressive and the ovation was so full of joy.
Each member of Ivers’ band was extremely talented. They all played a variety of instruments and had such a rapport with one another, they were so fun to watch. I think they could give a masterclass on not only this style of music but on playing together in a band so cohesively.
The New York Times called Eileen Ivers the “Jimmy Hendrix of the violin”. I get what they’re saying. She’s an incredibly innovative talent on what is one of our most ancient instruments. I heard the violin do things I had never heard before. It was a most impressive night.
There will be a full bar for your enjoyment. This event is made possible in part by our partners the Southwest Celtic Music Association and the Traditional Irish Music Education Society. We thank them both.
