Mount Prospect Irish Fest Schedule 2019


Friday
They Might Be Irish featuring Matt Rowley!
Larkin & Moran Brothers
 
Saturday
Irish Dancers – local Irish Dance Companies
The Dooley Brothers
Mulligan Stew
​The McGowen's
They Might Be Irish featuring Matt Rowley!
 
Ireland’s very own, Matt Rowley has risen to fame throughout Ireland as one of the most sought after musicians. 
His ability to play the best of Irish songs and mix in contemporary rock makes for a signature night of fun and dance.

Trinity Irish Dancers
Traditional Irish dancing is tightly choreographed and all attention is directed to the speed and accuracy of the footwork, the spacing of the ensemble, and the precision of the dancers' movements. The dancers' arms are held tightly to their sides. Dances are performed in hard shoes (jig shoes) and soft shoes (ghillies) with steps set to traditional reels, jigs and hornpipes. Hard shoe dances, or step dances, are noted for the thunderous beat from the tap-like shoes. In soft-shoe dances, the dancers execute small jumps, quick beats and ankle-twisting crossover steps. These dances are traditionally performed wearing wool costumes adorned with handmade lace and Celtic embroidery. Web Site
Hogan Irish Dance Academy
​Hogan Irish Dance Academy is traditional Irish Dance for well-rounded kids. We build a foundation for excellent young people through our 360° approach to Irish dance, including dance technique, athletic strength, team dance, stage performance and community outreach.
All goals are welcome. Whether it’s becoming a champion, earning a dress or simply gaining the confidence to perform on stage, we work hard to achieve every goal and celebrate like crazy when that goal is achieved. We want kids that are excited to show up to each class, see their friends, have fun, work hard, and leave feeling accomplished.
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Saol Academy of Irish Dance
The Gaelic word “saol” (pronounced “sail”) translates to “life”, and we believe Irish Dance can provide experiences that will positively impact your child's life. At Saol Academy we recognize that each dancer is unique, and encourage our students to challenge themselves by striving to reach their greatest potential in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. We will work our hardest to support every student’s goals, whether they are interested in competition, performance, or just learning a new skill. Regardless of the dancer's focus, our #1 goal is to HAVE FUN! Web Site
They Might Be Irish
Ken Dix & Co, the band who changes their name to best represent each event, comes alive when the theme involves "lucky, green and Guinness!"...Mount Prospect favorites, playing your favorites, jamming it out and always having a great time! This year - they are on the stage BOTH nights, featuring MATT ROWLEY - Direct from Ireland!
Dooley Brothers
Chicago's finest blend of Folk, Jazz, Irish and good old Rock & Roll, plus tons of originals and popular favorites from the 40s, 50s 60s and 70s.
The Dooleys have been entertaining Chicagoland for over 30 years with their delightful banter and wide musical repertoire. Web Site
The Larkin and Moran Brothers
​This band is the next generation of Irish.  The Larkin and Moran Brothers are a crowd-pleasing band that have taken the traditional Irish music and cranked it up a notch (or ten!)...  These guys are fantastic performers and ALWAYS have the tent rockin'! Web Site
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Mulligan Stew
​Mulligan Stew has been a fixture in the Irish/Celtic Music Scene in Chicago since 1978. 
Their song selections come from Traditional Irish Music, Irish Drinking Songs, Folk, Rock, Bluegrass & Country Music.  Mark is the last remaining original member of the band. The original instrumentation of the group was Vocals, Guitars & Bass.  Since then, they have added a fiddle/mandolin player and more recently, percussion.
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The McGowen's
For over 30 plus years The McGowen’s have performed in and around the Chicago area. We are five talented musicians who bring energy, fun, and entertainment to our audiences. Along with great musicianship and pristine vocal harmonies, we offer an eclectic list of songs from Irish pub songs, ballads, and classic rock. Our mission is to have fun while you enjoy listening, singing, clapping, and dancing to great classics!  
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