Schedule

Sunday, July 11, 2010

The Celtic Junction

3 PM
CD Launch! Ross & MacKenzie in concert, celebrating the release of their duet CD: "Ye Banks and Braes ~ Songs and Music of Robert Burns".
$10 at the door ~ complimentary tea and shortbread by the Twin Cities Scottish Club.
See you there!
836 Prior Ave N.
St. Paul, MN
www.thecelticjunction.com

Saturday, July 10, 2010

Anderson Center

12:30 - 1:30 PM
Summer Celebration of the Arts, 12 - 7pm, Featuring the work of over 80 local, regional, and national artists and writers. Art sales, musical entertainment, food, cash bar, fun for the entire family!
Ross & MacKenzie hold forth from 12:30 - 1:30.
163 Tower View Drive
Red Wing, MN
651-388-2009
www.andersoncenter.org

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Westminster Presbyterian Church

12:30 PM
Willow Brae noon recital (with Harpist Andrea Stern)
at the General Assembly Convention, Westminster Presbyterian Church.
12th St. & Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN
www.ewestminster.org

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Caponi Art Park

10:00 - 10:45 AM
Family program of Irish music and dance, with harpist Andrea Stern (our duo Willow Brae) and dancers.
1220 Diffley Road
Eagan, MN
651-454-9412
www.caponiartpark.org

Thursday, July 1, 2010

West Denmark Lutheran Church Parish Hall

Evening
In concert with Ross Sutter.
Luck, WI

Saturday, June 19, 2010

St. Mane Theater

7:30 PM
In Concert with Gary Rue.
206 Parkway Ave N
Lanesboro, MN
507-467-2446
www.lanesboroarts.org

Saturday, June 19, 2010

Bloomington Farmers Market

10:15 - 11:15 AM
Laura and the Lads with Irish Dancers (Casey and Kelly Pearson) - Global Celebration day at the Bloomington Farmers Market, with other groups performing and special foods available.
Civic Plaza, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd
Bloomington, MN
www.ci.bloomington.mn.us

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Normandale Lake Bandshell

6:30 - 9 PM
Celtic Solstice Celebration, sponsored by Bloomington Parks and Recreation. Ross & MacKenzie will be performing, plus other music, and Irish dancers.
5901 W. 84th St
Bloomington, MN
www.ci.bloomington.mn.us/cityhall/dept/commserv/parkrec/programs/artnpark/blockbusters.htm

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

University Club St. Paul

7:30 - 8:30ish
Bloomsday Celebration ~ An annual event to mark the remarkable life and work of the great Irish Writer James Joyce. (His "Ulysses" takes place in Dublin on June 16th). Featured performers this year are:
Molly Culligan (poet, actor, dancer), Laura MacKenzie (musician) and Donal Heffernan (writer of fiction and poetry, international lawyer, founder of this long-lived Bloomsday celebration).
The University Club bar is open and serves throughout the evening.
A 5:00 (from 5:00 on)dinner is available (not connected to the performance, but irresistible). Reservations: 651-222-1751. Say you are attending the "Poetry Night"
This event is part of the "Readings by Writers" series, presented by "Public Art St. Paul" and St. Paul Poet Laureate Carol Connolly. Free!
420 Summit Ave
St. Paul, MN
651-222-1751
www.universityclubofstpaul.com

Saturday, June 12, 2010

The Celtic Edge

12 - 8 PM
Celtic Edge Festival performances with Gary Rue, at 2:45 and 6:30. "Intro to whistles and flutes" workshop at 5:00. Also featured: Patsy O'Brien, The Langer's Ball, Greenwood Tree, Barra - plus workshops, vendors, food, session. Beautiful venue.
Hobgoblin Music/Stoney End Harps, 920 Hwy 19
Red Wing, MN
www.stoneyend.com/loft.html

Thursday, June 10, 2010

The Three Crows

7:30 PM
In Concert with Gary Rue.
225 N. River St.
Delano, MN
763-972-3399
www.thethreecrows.com

Saturday, May 22, 2010

Minnesota Scottish Fair

Morning/Afternoon
Annual Minnesota Scottish Fair and Highland Games - music, dance, food, vendors, Highland Games, sheepherding demonstrations, loads of culture and more. 9 - 5:30, with a ceilidh from 5:30..Ross and MacKenzie will be performing. Check the website.
Dakota County Fairgrounds
Farmington, MN
952-470-6300
www.mnscottishfair.org

Saturday, May 15, 2010

Kieran's Irish Pub - Titanic Room

7:30 PM
Annual Concert, Great Northern Irish Pipers Club.
Featured artists and special guests. Check their website!
6th St and 1st Ave N.
Minneapolis, MN
www.gnipc.org

Friday, May 14, 2010

Stage North

7:30 PM
In concert with Gary Rue.
123 West Omaha
Washburn, Wisconsin
www.stagenorth.com

Thursday, April 29, 2010 to Sunday, May 2, 2010

Festival of Nations at St. Paul RiverCentre

Daytimes
Solo performances for the annual Festival of Nations.
175 W. Kellogg Blvd
St. Paul, MN
www.festivalofnations.com

Saturday, April 24, 2010

House Concert

8:00 PM
In concert with Dáithí Sproule.
Madison, WI
www.slydogmadtown.blogspot.com/

Friday, April 23, 2010

House Concert

7:30 PM
In concert with Dáithí Sproule.
Oshkosh, WI
920-426-8321

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Park Theatre

2 PM
In concert with Gary Rue.
Hayward, Wisconsin
715-634-4596
www.parktheatreproject.com

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Chestnut Avenue Center for the Arts

7:30 PM
In concert with Gary Rue.
208 S. Chestnut Ave
Marshfield, WI
www.chestnutarts.org

Sunday, March 28, 2010

Calvary Lutheran Church

6:30 PM
In Concert - On Common Ground Coffeehouse Series.
With Gary Rue.
414 Wood St.
Mora, MN
www.calvarymora.org

Sunday, March 21, 2010

North House Folk School

9 AM - 11 AM
Tin Whistle Workshop, for beginning players.
Part of their "Celtic Connections" Traditional music and arts weekend. Great stuff - Check their website! (for more information and registration)
Hwy 61
Grand Marais, MN
www.northhouse.org/

Saturday, March 20, 2010

Pleasant Hill Library

2 PM
"The Magic of Celtic Music" Family program with Andrea Stern, harp (our duo "Willow Brae")
1490 S. Frontage Road
Hastings, MN
651-438-0200
www.co.dakota.mn.us

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Alexandria Area Arts Association

7:30 PM
Laura and the Lads in concert (Laura with Gary Rue, guitar and vocals; Michael Bissonnette, percussion)
Our St. Patrick's Day Celebration concert!
618 Broadway
Alexandria, MN
www.alexandreaareaarts.org

Sunday, March 14, 2010

Landmark Center

12:10 - 1 PM
Weyerhauser Auditorium.
IMDA's "Day of Irish Dance Weyerhauser Concert Series", performing with Gary Rue, guitar and vocals.
75 W. 5th St.
Downtown St. Paul, MN, MN
www.irishmusicanddanceassociation.org

Saturday, March 13, 2010

Hjemkomst Center

12 & 2 PM
A Festival celebrating the Celtic cultures of Brittany, Cornwall, Galicia, Ireland, Isle of Man, Scotland and Wales. Music, dance, exhibits, presentations, food and more. 10 - 4 PM. Performing with Gary Rue (guitar and vocals) and Kelly and Casey Pearson, Irish Stepdancers.
202 1st Ave N.
Moorhead, MN
www.fargoparks.com/se_celticfest.html

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Barron Area Community Center

7:30 PM
Ross & MacKenzie in concert, with Irish stepdancers Casey and Kelly Pearson.
800 Memorial Drive
Barron, Wisconsin
www.thebacc.com

Saturday, March 6, 2010

Paradise Center for the Arts

7:30 PM
In Concert with Andrea Stern, harp - our duo "Willow Brae".
321 Central Ave N.
Faribault, MN
507-332-7372
www.paradisecenterforthearts.org

Friday, March 5, 2010

MacPhail Center for Music

12:15 - 1 PM
Noon time concert with Willow Brae, featuring Andrea Stern - harp, Laura, and Marc Anderson - percussion. Free. "Bach's Lunch" series.
501 2nd St. North
Minneapolis, MN
www.macphail.org

Sunday, February 14, 2010

Landmark Center

2 PM (courtroom)
Scottish Ramble - annual weekend of music, dance, food, crafts, exhibits, presentations and more.
10 - 5 Saturday, 12- 5 Sunday. (two day event)
75 5th St. West
St. Paul, MN
www.scottishramble.org

Sunday, January 31, 2010

Halling Recital Hall, Mankato State University

7:30 PM
Dáithí Sproule & Laura MacKenzie, in concert.
320 Maywood Ave
Mankato, MN
507-389-5549
www.mnsu.edu/music/events

Saturday, January 30, 2010

Twin Cities Scottish Club

(Evening)
Twin Cities Scottish Club annual Burns Supper -
A celebration in song, dance, poetry, music and food, honoring the Scottish Poet Robert Burns (b.Jan 25, 1754; d. 1796). Check the website for details and reservations! (Laura will be performing with Dáithí Sproule and others)
Ramada Mall of America
Bloomington, MN
www.twincitiesscottishclub.org

Saturday, January 23, 2010

Hosmer Library

2 PM
Ross & MacKenzie - in concert with Ross Sutter, performing a program of songs and music associated with the Scottish poet Robert Burns (b. Jan 25, 1754; d. 1796). Free and open to the public.
Hosmer Library World Music Series.
347 E 36th St.
Minneapolis, MN, 55408
612-630-6950
www.hclib.org

Friday, December 11, 2009

Lowry Lab Theater

8 PM
Laura and Gary Rue will be among the guest artists for this fabulous holiday show, from Table Salt Productions - here is their description:
"SPIKED! - A HOLIDAY VARIETY SHOW"
"Join us for a classic Variety Show, in the style of Andy Williams, Sonny & Cher, Carol Burnett and the Dukes of Hazzard! Our five-voice vocal ensemble will thrill you, our nine-member acting company will tickle your funny bone, and our all-star roster of prominent local guest artists will have you talking around the water cooler well into January!"
Advance tickets are recommended.
350 St. Peter St.
St. Paul, MN
tablesaltproductions.com/

Thursday, December 10, 2009

318 Cafe

8 PM
A Yuletide celebration of traditional music, featuring Laura with Gary Rue (guitar & vocals) and Michael Bissonnette (percussion). $11.
Wonderful food and beverages available; cozy venue.
318 Water St.
Excelsior, MN 55331
952-401-7902
three-eighteen.com

Friday, November 13, 2009

Englert Theatre

8 PM
In Concert with Dáithí Sproule.
221 East Washington St.
Iowa City, Iowa
319-688-2653
www.englert.org

Friday, November 6, 2009

Park Theatre

7:30 PM
In Concert with Gary Rue.
Tickets: $12 in advance, $15 at the door.
Hayward, Wisconsin
715-634-4596
www.parktheatreproject.com

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

The Green Room

8 - 10 PM
Laura and the Lads (with Gary Rue and Michael Bissonnette) in concert. The Green Room is a beautiful place (Check out the website, below!) - "New American casual fine dining" - and they now have a monthly concert evening. (with cover charge)
140 W. Main St.
Waconia, MN 55387
952-442-3353
www.thegreenroom-waconia.com

Friday, October 23, 2009

New York Mills Cultural Center

7:30 PM
Ross & MacKenzie in concert (with Ross Sutter)
$12 advance/$15 week of concert.
24 N. Main Ave
New York Mills, MN
218-385-3339
www.kulcher.org

Sunday, October 18, 2009

First Lutheran Church

4 PM
Willow Brae (with harpist Andrea Stern) in concert.
"Music at First" Concert Series.
1555 40th Ave NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
763-788-9653
www.flcch.org

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Oak Center General Store

8 PM
Laura MacKenzie & Gary Rue, with Michael Bissonnette on percussion, in concert, Folk Forum Concert Series, Oak Center General Store. A crossroads general store with a second story hall that has hosted travelling performers from past centuries to the present. A precious, wondrous venue, and Laura's all time favorite spot to perform. Tickets are $15 to $5 (low income), and reservations are suggested!
Lake City, MN
www.oakcentergeneralstore.com/music.tab.html

Saturday, October 3, 2009

Hovland Town Hall

7 PM
In Concert with Dáithí Sproule. At a the Hovland town hall in the midst of an amazing North Shore community, near Grand Marais.
$10/ $5 for 12 and under (at the door).
Hwy 61, by Trinity Lutheran Church
Hovland, MN
218-475-2191

Friday, October 2, 2009

Duluth Congregational Church

7 PM
"A Celtic Harvest Home" In Concert with Dáithí Sproule. Tickets: $15 at the door. A lovely venue for music. "Music on the Rise" Concert Series.
3833 East Superior St.
Duluth, MN
218-525-1911
www.duluthcongregational.org

Saturday, September 19, 2009

The Riverview Cafe & Wine Bar

8 PM
Showcase Concert Series.
In concert with Dáithí Sproule.
Tickets: $13 in advance, $15 at the door.
A wonderful, intimate venue, with great food and beverages. Seating is limited. Come early, or call ahead for advance tickets!
3753 42nd Ave S.
Minneapolis, MN
612-722-7234
www.theriverview.net

Friday, September 18, 2009

Sherburne History Center

5:30 - 8:30 PM
Autumn Lights - annual fundraiser for the Sherburne History Center. Dinner, music by Dáithí Sproule and Laura MacKenzie, Theatrical presentations.
$50 per person.
Becker, Minnesota
763-261-4433
www.sherburnehistorycenter.org

Thursday, September 17, 2009

The Three Crows

7:30 PM
Legends Concert series, with Dáithí Sproule.
Tickets: $20
A beautiful, small venue, with fabulous food.
225 N. River St.
Delano, MN
763-972-3399
www.thethreecrows.com

Sunday, September 13, 2009

St. Paul Bike Classic

9:30 - 11:00 AM
Willow Brae (with Celtic harpist Andrea Stern) performing at the St. Thomas Rest Stop Stage (near Grand and Cretin in St. Paul) for the 15th annual St. Paul Classic Bike Tour.
St. Thomas Rest Stop Stage, Grand & Cretin
St. Paul, MN
www.bikeclassic.org

Saturday, September 12, 2009

First Presbyterian Church

2 PM
In performance with Ross Sutter, at the Scottish Heritage Fair, which runs from 9:30 AM to 6 PM.
Crafts, food, Clan demonstrations, exhibits, performances throughout the day.
1901 Vine St
Hudson, Wisconsin
www.fpchudson.com

Friday, August 21, 2009 to Saturday, August 22, 2009

Houston Co. Fair

Evening/Afternoon
With Ross Sutter and Irish dancers.
Caledonia, MN
www.houstoncofair.com

Sunday, August 9, 2009

Minnesota Irish Fair

3 PM
Workshop Presentation: A Northern Gael - Traditional Music on Wind-Powered Instruments.
At the IMDA Workshop tent, Cultural Area.
Harriet Island
St. Paul, Minnesota
www.irishfair.com

Friday, August 7, 2009 to Saturday, August 8, 2009

Lacrosse Irish Fest

6:30 PM Friday, 11:
Willow Brae performances (with harpist Andrea Stern)
South Side Fest Grounds
Lacrosse, WI
www.irishfestlax.org/

Saturday, July 25, 2009

Oliver Kelley Farm

7 PM
In Concert with Ross Sutter at the Oliver Kelley Farm, a Minnesota Historical Society site.
U.S. Hwy 10
Elk River, Minnesota
www.mnhs.org/places/sites/ohkf/

Friday, July 17, 2009

The Celtic Junction

7:30 PM
Daithi Sproule and Laura MacKenzie in concert, celebrating their new duo CD "The Pinery", New Folk Records. Special guest: Cormac O'Se, accordionist and world class Irish dancer.
$12 at the door. Whoo Hoo!
836 Prior Ave N.
St. Paul, MN
www.thecelticjunction.com

Saturday, July 11, 2009

Saline Celtic Fest

Afternoon
With Daithi Sproule.
Saline, Michigan
www.salineceltic.org

Thursday, July 9, 2009

Phalen Lake Amphitheater

7 PM
Thursday Night Live concert series, sponsored by the East Side Arts Council. Performing with Brian Miller. Outdoors and free!
Phalen Park
St. Paul, MN
www.eastsideartscouncil.org

Saturday, May 30, 2009

Hobgoblin Music

1 PM & 4 PM
Willow Brae (1 PM)and Laura and the Lads (4 PM)at the Celtic Edge Festival, Hobgoblin Music.
Beautiful outdoor stage. (great indoor stage, if weather necessitates).
Workshops, vendors, food.
$18 advance/$20 on site.
12 noon til 8 PM or later!
920 State Highway 19
Red Wing, MN 55066
877-866-3936
www.stoneyend.com

Saturday, May 30, 2009

318 Cafe

8 PM
Laura and the Lads, in concert.
$12 cover. Great food and beverages, comfortable atmosphere. Reservations recommended.
318 Water St.
Excelsior, MN 55331
952-401-7902
three-eighteen.com

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Minnesota Scottish Fair

10 AM & 4 PM
Performing with Ross Sutter on the Fraser Stage.
The Fair runs from 9 AM - 5 PM, with performance stages, piping, dancing, Highland games, sheepdogs, exhibits, merchandise booths, food vendors, and more.
Dakota County Fairgrounds
Farmington, MN
www.mnscottishfair.org

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Carleton Artist Lofts

8 PM
Gabriel Hilmar concert, with guest musicians.
2285 University Ave
St. Paul, MN

Thursday, April 30, 2009 to Sunday, May 3, 2009

Festival of Nations at St. Paul RiverCentre

Various Times
Ethnic Music, Dance, Food, Bazaar and more, from around the Globe.
175 W. Kellogg Blvd
St. Paul, MN
www.festivalofnations.com

Saturday, April 18, 2009

University of St. Thomas, 3M Auditorium

7:30 PM
Great Northern Irish Pipers' Club benefit concert, with Brian Boru Pipe Band, Dick Hensold, Tim Britton, Kim Sobbe. $15 admission, available in advance (suggested) or at the door (www.gnipc.org) Piping Hot!
Summit Ave and Cretin
St. Paul, MN
www.gnipc.org

Friday, April 10, 2009

Carleton College

7 PM
In concert with Daithi Sproule.
Concert Hall, Dept of Music
Northfield, MN
apps.carleton.edu/life/

Saturday, April 4, 2009

R.P. Kittsteiner Art Gallery

7 PM
In concert with Gary Rue.
$10 suggested at the the door. A warm and relaxed art venue.
Enjoy the art gallery!
809 University Ave NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
www.rosiartgallery.com

Sunday, March 29, 2009

Calvary Lutheran Church

6:30 PM
On Common Grounds; Coffeehouse Concert.
414 Wood St.
Mora, MN
www.calvarymora.org

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

AAUW

11 AM
Irish Emigration in Music and Song - Presentation for the American Association of University Women.
Summit Ave
St. Paul, MN

Sunday, March 15, 2009

Landmark Center

11 AM - 5 PM
Irish Music And Dance Association's annual Day of Dance in celebration of St. Patrick's season. $6 general admission.
Willow Brae performs at 12 in the Weyerhause Auditorim, Ross & MacKenzie at 2 PM.
Downtown, on Rice Park
St. Paul, MN
www.irishmusicanddanceassociation.org

Saturday, March 14, 2009

Hjemkomst Center

10 AM - 4 PM
Celtic Festival. (arts and culture of Brittany, Cornwall, Isle of Man, Wales, Galicia, Scotland, Ireland). Free admission.
Performances Solo, with Ross Sutter, and Dick Hensold.
202 1st Ave N.
Moorhead, MN
www.fargoparks.com/se_celticfest.html

Saturday, March 7, 2009

North House Folk School

All Day
Music and Dance workshops with members of Piper's Crow and Mike Whalen (dance).
Evening concert and ceili (dance).
Fabulous day on the North Shore of Lake Superior!
Located on the Harbour
Grand Marais, MN
www.northhousefolkschool.com

Friday, March 6, 2009

Duluth Congregational Church

7 PM
Celtic Music Showcase, Featuring MacInnis' Kitchen, Hunter & Oftedahl, Ninety to the Dozen, Laura MacKenzie. A benefit show for the Knife River Folk Festival.
$15/$7 teens/12 and under free.
3833 East Superior St.
Duluth, MN
218-525-1911
www.kniferivermusicfestival.org

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

The St. Paul Conservatory of Music

12 Noon
Coffee Concert Series.
Irish Traditions, with Andrea Stern (Harp), Norah Rendell (flute and voice), and Brian Miller (guitar and flute) Free and open to all.
29 East Exchange St.
St. Paul, MN
www.thespcm.org

Sunday, February 15, 2009

Landmark Center

Afternoon
Scottish Ramble, an annual celebration of Scottish music and dance and more.
Ross & MacKenzie's concert set is at 2:15.
Music, dance, cultural presentations, food, Celtic vendors.
$5 general admission
Downtown, on Rice Park
St. Paul, MN
www.scottishramble.org

Saturday, February 7, 2009

Titanic Room, Kieran's Irish Pub

6 PM/7:30 PM
6 PM door and silent auction/7:30 concert.
This first ever Center for Irish Music fundraiser event includes a silent auction, cash bar and a full length concert of music, song and dance featuring all 18 CIM instructors.
Tickets $25 per person
330 2nd Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55401
www.centerforirishmusic.org

Friday, February 6, 2009

Olivet Congregational Church

7:30 PM
Warm up a winter night with a very special concert of Scottish music, featuring Dunquin with Laura MacKenzie, Nathan Gourley on fiddle and author Audrey McClellan. A complimentary tea of Scottish sweets and savories is included in the $12(at the door) admission.
1850 Iglehart Ave
St. Paul, MN

Saturday, January 31, 2009

Ramada Hotel

5 PM - Midnight
Twin Cities Scottish Club Annual Burns Supper (Celebrating the Life, Songs and Poetry of Robert Burns). Featuring Ross Sutter & Laura MacKenzie, Florence Hart School of Scottish Dance, Macalester Pipe Band, Night Scotsman. Four-course dinner, entertainment and ceilidh (Scottish Dance).
Mall of America
Bloomington, MN 55425
www.twincitiesscottishclub.org

Saturday, January 10, 2009 to Sunday, January 11, 2009

Upper Potomac Pipers Weekend

ALL WEEKEND
"Squeeze the Bag" Festival. Classes and concerts, featuring bellows-blown pipes, flutes, fiddle and more. Artists: Jerry O'Sullivan, Dick Hensold, Laura MacKenzie, Eliot Grasso and more....
Shepherdstown, WV
www.squeezethebag.info

Thursday, December 18, 2008

318 Cafe

8 PM (8 - 10 PM)
CELTIC HOLIDAY - A Yuletide celebration, with Andrea Stern (Celtic harp) and Michael Bissonnette (percussion).
$11 at the door. The 318 has fabulous food and beverages!
318 Water St.
Excelsior, MN 55331
952-401-7902
three-eighteen.com

Sunday, December 14, 2008

Shetek Bend

3 PM
CELTIC HOLIDAY Concert, with Gary Rue (guitar and voice) plus Michael Bissonnette, percussion.
Sponsored by the Fine Arts Council of Tracy, MN.
Tracy, MN
www.lauramackenzie.com/photo/7367

Saturday, December 6, 2008

The Music Loft at Hobgoblin/Stoney End Harps

7:30 PM
CELTIC HOLIDAY - a Yuletide celebration of Christmas music delightfully arranged with traditional Irish and Scottish music. Performed on Celtic harp, pipes, flutes, concertina, voice and percussion. Featuring Laura(various winds and voice), Andrea Stern (Celtic harp) and Michael Bissonnette (percussion).
$15
Tickets can be reserved by calling 877-866-3936
920 Highway 19
Red Wing, MN
877-866-3936
www.stoneyend.com

Saturday, November 8, 2008

House Concert

8 PM
House Concert with Ross Sutter
St. Paul, MN

Saturday, November 1, 2008

St. Paul Central Library

11:15 AM
"The Magic of Celtic Music" - Willowbrae, with harpist Andrea Stern. "Saturday Live" family series, sponsored by Young Audiences of MN.
Downtown St. Paul, MN, MN
www.stpaul.lib.mn.us/families

Friday, October 10, 2008

St. Paul Central Library

7 PM
An evening of Irish poetry and music.
(musicians - Paddy O'Brien, accordion; Brian Miller, guitar & Laura MacKenzie, various winds)
Downtown St. Paul, MN
www.stpaul.lib.mn.us/programs/

Saturday, September 20, 2008

Celebrate Art! Celebrate Coffee! Festival

Afternoon
Festival performance with Ross Sutter.
Wilmar, MN

Sunday, September 7, 2008

Scottish Heritage Fair

9:30 AM - 6 PM
Scottish Heritage Fair: 9:30 service with Kirkin' o' the Tartans, followed by music, traditional dance and re-enactment events, and Pig Roast (get advance tickets) at 4 PM. (Laura's concert set time TBA)
First Presbyterian Church
Hudson, Wisconsin

Friday, September 5, 2008

Duluth Congregational Church

7 PM
First Friday Concert Series,
Sharing the evening with Georganne Hunter, Celtic Harp and Kevin Oftedahl, Hammered Dulcimer.
Duluth, MN

Sunday, August 24, 2008

Chisago Lakes High School

3 PM
Guest appearance, In concert with Joe Chouinard
Chisago Lakes, MN
runamilerecords.com

Sunday, August 10, 2008

Minnesota Irish Fair

1:30 PM
Ross & MacKenzie, Gateway Stage
Harriet Island
St. Paul, MN
www.irishfair.com

Saturday, August 9, 2008

Minnesota Irish Fair

11 AM & 3 PM
MacKenzie & Miller (with Steve Watne, Harmonica)(11 AM, River Stage)
Ross & MacKenzie (3 PM, Gateway Stage)
NOTE: From 1 - 2 PM, Laura will be at the New Folk Records booth (vendors market) for Meet 'n Greet and CD signing.
Harriet Island
St. Paul, MN
www.irishfair.com

Friday, August 8, 2008

Minnesota Irish Fair

6 - 7 PM
Laura & The Lads, with Brian Miller (guitar, vocals)
and Steve Watne (Irish harmonica), River Stage.
NOTE: From 7:15 - 8 PM, Laura will be at the New Folk Records booth (vendors market) for Meet 'n Greet and CD signing.
Harriet Island
St. Paul, MN
www.irishfair.com

Friday, July 11, 2008

Macy's Day of Music

1:30 PM
Willow Brae (with harpist Andrea Stern)
WCCO Plaza
Downtown Minneapolis, MN
www.minnesotaorchestra.org/sommerfest/dom.cfm

Saturday, June 28, 2008

The Gingko

7 PM
Guest appearance with Gary Rue
721 N. Snelling
St. Paul, MN
www.gingkocoffee.com

Friday, June 20, 2008

Purgatory Creek Park

7 PM
Ross & MacKenzie
Eden Prairie, MN

Thursday, June 19, 2008

Bloomington Parks

7:30 PM
The Doon Ceili Band, Summer Solstice Celtic concert
Normandale Bandshell
Bloomington, MN

Friday, June 13, 2008 to Sunday, June 15, 2008

Bagpipe Society's Blowout

Performing with Dick Hensold at the Bagpipe Society's annual "Blowout" festival
Polesworth Abbey
near Tamworth, Staffordshire, England
www.bagpipesociety.org.uk

Saturday, May 31, 2008

The Celtic Edge

Festival of Celtic Music Plus
"Body, Mind, Spirit, Music"
Hobgoblin Music
Red Wing, MN
www.stoneyend.com

Saturday, May 24, 2008

Alexandria Heritage Fest

Ross & MacKenzie
Alexandria, MN

Saturday, May 17, 2008

Minnesota Scottish Fair

Ross & MacKenzie, traditional Scottish Music and Song
Dakota County Fairgrounds
Farmington, MN
952-470-6300
www.mnscottishfair.org

Sunday, May 11, 2008

Bloomington Historical Society

2:30 PM
In concert with Ross Sutter (Immigration themed)
www.rosssutter.net
Bloomington, MN
www.bloomingtonhistoricalsociety.org

Saturday, May 10, 2008

Greenman Music Hall

8 PM
Guest appearance with Gary Rue
www.garyrue.com
215 S. Main
Viroqua, WI
608-637-1912
www.viroquamainstation.com

Friday, May 9, 2008

Cafe Carpe

8 PM
Guest appearance with Gary Rue
www.garyrue.com
18 S. Water St. W.
Fort Atkinson, WI
920-563-9391
www.cafecarpe.com

Sunday, May 4, 2008

Living Green Expo

12 PM
Willow Brae (with Andrea Stern, Harpist)
State Fairgrounds
St. Paul, MN
www.livinggreen.org

Friday, May 2, 2008 to Saturday, May 3, 2008

Festival of Nations

TBA
Various Solo Performances
RiverCentre
Downtown St. Paul, MN
www.festivalofnations.com

Saturday, April 26, 2008

R.P. Kittsteiner Art Gallery

7 PM
WILLOW BRAE (with harpist Andrea Stern)
in concert
809 University Ave NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
612-362-9190
www.rosiartgallery.com

Thursday, April 10, 2008

Coon Rapids Civic Center

7 PM
In Concert with Northern Gael,
sponsored by the Coon Rapids Arts Commission
11155 Robinson Drive
Coon Rapids, MN
763-767-6493

Saturday, April 5, 2008

St. Mane Theater

8 PM
Guest appearance with Gary Rue
www.garyrue.com
Lanesboro, MN
507-467-ARTS
www.lanesboroartscouncil.org

Friday, April 4, 2008

The Cedar

8 PM
Guest appearance with Daithi Sproule,
CD Release Concert for Sproule's "Crow in the Sun"
416 Cedar Ave S.
Minneapolis, MN
612-333-2561
www.thecedar.org

Saturday, March 29, 2008

Four Seasons Community Center

6 PM
14th Annual Scottish Heritage Celebration.
Dinner, programs, music.
Caledonia, MN
www.caledoniamn.gov

Monday, March 17, 2008

A Center for the Arts

7:30 PM
PIPER'S CROW in concert
124 W. Lincoln Ave
Fergus Falls, MN
218-998-2787

Sunday, March 16, 2008

Landmark Center

1 PM & 3 PM
With ROSS SUTTER (family program, 1 PM)
and NORTHERN GAEL (concert set, 3 PM)
Weyerhauser Auditorium, lower level of the Landmark Center.
Irish Music and Dance Association's "Day of
Dance" in celebration of St. Patrick.
75 W. 5th St.
Downtown St. Paul, MN, MN
www.irishmusicanddanceassociation.org

Sunday, March 16, 2008

The Cedar

7:30 PM
PIPER'S CROW in concert
416 Cedar Ave S.
Minneapolis, MN
612-333-2561
www.thecedar.org

Saturday, March 15, 2008

The Riverview Cafe & Wine Bar

8:00 PM
IN CONCERT WITH DAITHI SPROULE, "Riverview Showcase Series"
$15 day of show, $13 advance. Doors open at 7:30.
Seating is limited!
Advance sales at the Riverview cafe or online at
tickets@theriverview.net
3753 42nd Ave S.
Minneapolis, MN
612-722-7234
www.theriverview.net

Friday, March 14, 2008

Chautauqua Fine Arts Center

7:30 PM
in concert with Katie McMahon
Mahtomedi, MN
651-429-3741

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

St. Olaf College

7:30
WILLOW BRAE in concert, with percussionist Michael Bissonnette
Buntrock Commons
Northfield, MN

Friday, March 7, 2008

St. Matthew's Episcopal Church (in St. Anthony Park)

6:15 and 7:30
"Music in the Park Series" Family program by Willow Brae (with harpist Andrea Stern) and Irish step dancers Kasey and Kelly Pearson."Magical Celtic Music and Dance".
2136 Carter Ave, at Chelmsford
St. Paul, MN
651-645-5699
www.musicintheparkseries.org

Sunday, February 17, 2008

Landmark Center

afternoon
A Scottish Ramble, with Ross Sutter and Northern Gael.
75 W. 5th St
St. Paul, MN

Thursday, February 14, 2008

Paradise Center for the Arts

7:30 PM
Willow Brae (with harpist Andrea Stern) in concert
321 Central Ave N.
Faribault, MN
507-332-7372
www.paradisecenterforthearts.org

Friday, February 1, 2008

Olivet Congregational Church

7:30
"Eilean Dubh" Concert of traditional and original Scottish music, with Dunquin, Nathan Gourley (fiddle) and Audrey MacLellan (reading from her novels).
1850 Iglehart Ave
St. Paul, MN

Saturday, January 12, 2008

Orpheum Theater

8 PM
Northern Gael in Concert
Robert Burns Night Celebration, with Dakota District Pipes and Drums.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Tuesday, December 11, 2007

A Charladies Christmas

7:30
"A Charladies Christmas" Celtic Holiday Show
Great Music and Dance!
The Lowry Theater, 16 W. 5th St.
St. Paul, MN
651-489-7044

Monday, December 10, 2007

A Charladies Christmas

7:30 PM
"A Charladies Christmas" Celtic Holiday Show
Great Music and Dance - this show sold out last year!
The Lowry Theater, 16 W. 5th St.
St. Paul, MN
651-489-7044

Sunday, November 18, 2007

Hope Concert Series

6 PM
In Concert with Daithi Sproule
4911 Hodgson Road
Shoreview, MN
www.hopemn.com

Sunday, November 11, 2007

Eagles Club

7:30 PM
Second Sunday of the Month Ceili
Ceili and Set Dancing with Instruction
2507 E 25th St
Minneapolis, MN

Friday, October 26, 2007

Black Dog Cafe

8 PM
Willow Brae - CD Release Event for Laura & Andrea's new CD, "Collected"
4th and Broadway, Lowertown
St. Paul, MN
651-228-9274
www.blackdogcafe.net/index2.htm

Monday, October 15, 2007

Minnesota History Center

7 - 9 PM
"Music for the Mind" Benefit Concert for the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Featuring features a unique blend of the state's best musicians, including Dan Chouinard, Laura MacKenzie, Jeffrey Van, Laura Sewell, Fred Sewell, Andrea Stern, Clea Galhano, Michael Monroe, Thelma Hunter, Joe Chvala & the Flying Foot Forum, and author Tom Hegg.
345 Kellogg Blvd W.
St. Paul, MN
651-645-2948
nami.beardog.net/NAMI_Conference1.asp?cid=6

Saturday, October 13, 2007

Greater Lakes Area Performing Arts Series

7:30 PM
Willow Brae in Concert
Pequot Lakes High School Auditorium
Pequot Lakes, MN
(218) 568-9200

Saturday, October 6, 2007

Hobgoblin Music

1:00 pm
Workshops with Laura MacKenzie
920 State Highway 19
Red Wing, MN 55066
877-866-3936
www.stoneyend.com

Wednesday, December 31, 1969

AAUW

11 AM
Irish Emigration in Music and Song.
Presentation for the MN chapter of the American Association of University Women
Summit Ave
St. Paul, MN