Andy Irvine returns to the Centre on Saturday Nov. 16th @ 8pm.   Tickets €20.

Booking on 051 391656.

ANDY IRVINE is one of the great Irish singers, his voice one of a handful of truly great ones that gets to the very soul of Ireland. He has been hailed as “a tradition in himself”.

Musician, singer, songwriter, Andy has maintained his highly individual performing skills throughout his over 50-year career.

Andy has been at the helm of legendary bands like Sweeney’s Men in the mid 60s, to the enormous success of Planxty in the 70s, and then Patrick Street, Mozaik, LAPD and recently Usher’s Island. Andy has been a world music pioneer and an icon for traditional music and musicians.

As a soloist, Andy fills the role of the archetypal troubadour with a show and a travelling lifestyle that reflect his lifelong influence, Woody Guthrie. To quote the Irish Times, “Often copied, never equalled”, his repertoire consists of Irish traditional songs, dexterous Balkan dance tunes and a compelling cannon of his own self-penned songs.

Luka Bloom plays at the Centre on Friday Nov. 29th @ 8pm.  Tickets €20

Luka Bloom is one of Ireland’s most respected contemporary folk artists. Having produced over 20 albums since the 1970s, he continues to push the boundaries of what his music can do.  In the build up to the 30th anniversary since the release of ‘Riverside’, Luka looks forward to revisiting his seminal album along with many other favourites from his vast catalogue.
“The very embodiment of the folk singer, Luka Bloom has that deep sense of social justice with an uncanny ability to distil contemporary life into the pithiest and most alluring combinations of lyrics and melody lines. His voice is still as open and honest as it was over 30 years ago, and his guitar finds chord combinations that are all his own. Passion, playfulness and pause for thought: a hearty combination in any gig.” Siobhan Long, Irish Times.

Joey Whelan returns by popular demand to the Coastguard Cultural Centre.

Joey Whelan in Concert

Friday 4th October @ 8pm

Tickets €10    Booking 051 391696

Joey Whelan is set to bring a touch of Spanish class to the Coastguard Cultural Centre as he delights with his virtuoso musicianship.

Joey Whelan is a classical guitarist specialising in Spanish guitar music. For this solo concert Joey will perform music from his highly acclaimed album ‘The Spanish Guitar’ as well as the music of Enrique Granados and Astor Piazzolla which will feature on his forthcoming album. For more details go to: http://www.joeywhelan.com/

Greenshine, a family trio comprising Noel Shine, Mary Greene and their daughter Ellie, make a welcome return on Friday September 13th @ 8pm.   Tickets €15.

Their material straddles the boundaries of contemporary, folk and roots and includes many self-penned songs. Their fast picking and close harmonies are a treat to the ear.

“This is a gorgeous album ~ the Sound of a Family immersed in music, tight in harmony, in love with song. Shine on Greenshine.” –  Christy Moore

GREENSHINE’S THIRD ALBUM ‘FAMILY’
In the run up to the release of their third album ‘FAMILY’, the trio released two singles from the collection – Dandelion Seed and The Good Is Gone.
Dandelion Seed saw Greenshine’s star rise even further with the song being retained on the RTE Radio 1 Recommends list for 4 weeks and at the No.1 spot on the stations Airplay Chart for over a month. The band performed the song and were interviewed live by Sean O Rourke on the Today Show. Their follow up single The Good is Gone emulated the success of previous singles for the band enjoying the top spot on the Airplay Chart for several weeks. June 2019 sees the release of ‘FAMILY’.

“I recommend this gorgeous cd. I loved it instantly and have been listening to it constantly. I love the choice of songs and most of all Mary and Noel’s own songs ~ really beautiful voices and effortless singing. Lovely and refreshing.” – Sharon Shannon

The wonderfully colourful work of John Carey can be

seen in our open arts space (porch).

Mori is a Cork based artist, working in paint, woodcraft, graphic design. illustration & print, whose work can currently be seen in our cafe.

This collection comprises largely of prints & carved works.

“Making Waves”, an exhibition by Lillian O’Sullivan is currently showing in our main gallery (upstairs)

Lillian, a native of Tramore, grew up across the road from the beach and this is where
she got her first love of the sea. Her love for her native Tramore and surroundings, is reflected in her work. Lillian hopes that her paintings speaks to others about the beauty andstrength in the Sea.

As an Artist Lillian works hard to develop paintings that speak both to her and to others about the beauty that lies within the Sea.

Lillian’s Artistic flair developed more when she started work in Waterpark College, Lillian worked closely with Brid Ní Chionnfhalaoidh, who encouraged her to start painting again.

“Art remains as a strong contender of how we share our thoughts and ideas. art has survived the tidal wave of information, and remains an unpredictable source of imagination.”

Waterford based group ‘Strange Fruit’ return to the Coastguard Cultural Centre on Friday 9th August.

Featuring the stunning vocals of lead singer Bobbie Carey , the band also includes: Suzanne Rowe (piano & accordion), Paul Grant (guitar & banjo), Gerry Madden (mandolin) and Ritchie McDonald (bass).

Bobbie Carey
Bobbie is originally from Rhode Island, USA. She received classical voice training at Indiana University then State University of New York and also studied voice with Guy Wade. While living in New York she was lead singer with various popular line ups and toured world wide. She formed the female trio The Righteous Sisters which toured the U.S. extensively and was lead vocalist with The Overtones. In London she was lead singer with Da Da, an original pop/funk band. Also in London she sang jazz standards with the late Alan Clare (who worked with Frank Sinatra, Liza Minelli, Judy Garland and Tony Bennett among others). Bobbie has appeared extensively and is much sought after as a session vocalist for studio recording. Her vocal style is mainly soul, blues, R&B with a touch of folk thrown in. Bobbie moved to Ireland in 2001 and has since built up a loyal following for her distinctive singing style. Performing solo or with a variety of combos, Bobbie appears regularly at weddings, festivals, clubs, bars and special events throughout Ireland and is much in demand as a session  vocalist.

Suzanne Rowe
Suzanne  is also  highly regarded throughout Ireland and further afield for her accomplished Accordian and Keyboard playing.  Suzanne  has also  played with numerous respected and successful artists such as   Louise Morrissey and Kathy Durkin over the years . In 2000 she launched her debut album Mysters Tour to great acclaim. She also has recently released a new EP “Dream On” which features a broad spectrum from traditional to world folk music.

Paul Grant
Paul is highly regarded throughout Ireland and further afield for his accomplished musicianship and is a sought after guitar player who has played with numerous respected and successful artists like Tom Paxton and Donovan. For more than twenty years Paul has also toured internationally and throughout Ireland as well as producing and playing on albums with the late Liam Clancy , the last of the great troubadours.

Richie McDonald
Mention bass player Richie McDonald’s name and immediately people associate it with all that’s good in music. Richie has been the founding member and leading light of many of the top bands to come out of the south of Ireland.
From pop/rock bands, such as Waves, soul band, Soul Reason, trad with Spoirog and others in between, Richie’s innovative and interpretative bass playing has consistently knitted the music together to produce first rate sounds.

Gerry Madden
Mandolin player Gerry Madden is one of Ireland’s quality musicians, a man much in demand whether he’s pickin’ bluegrass or Irish traditional tunes.
Gerry’s love and understanding of music can be heard in the vitality of his playing, no matter if it’s around the fire with friends on a winter’s night, or on stage at a major festival. Regularly invited to guest on recordings, his playing has enhanced many’s the tune and song.

Saturday July 6th @8pm  Tickets €20

KIERAN GOSS AND ANNIE KINSELLA 
‘HOME FOR THE SUMMER’ –
IRELAND TOUR 2019

Currently our main gallery hosts the work of three locally based artists.

“We Are All So Different”  by Janet  Sibley.

“The Wonky World”  by Anna Healy.

“I Loves Me City”  by Lisa Keane.