Pretty Exciting this Week!!

George Daily Auditorium
February 27 at 10:05 AM ·
🍻 Experience a One-of-a-Kind Irish Session at Bridget's! 🎻🎶
Join us at Bridget’s Public House for a very special Irish session, hosted by George Daily Auditorium, featuring a visiting Taiwanese erhu player jamming with traditional Irish musicians! 🌏✨
📅 Wednesday, March 5 | 🕗 6-8pm | 📍 Bridget’s Public House
This isn’t just any session—this is Irish trad with a twist! The erhu, a two-stringed Taiwanese fiddle, has a hauntingly beautiful sound that blends surprisingly well with Irish reels, jigs, and slow airs. Whether you're a longtime trad fan or love discovering new sounds, this is a night you won’t want to miss!
🍺 Great music, great atmosphere, and of course—great pints!
🎶 No cover charge—just come, grab a drink or a meal, and soak in the tunes!
Tag your friends, bring your love for Irish music, and join us for a night of unforgettable melodies and great craic! ☘️🎶
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Meet the Musicians:
Dan Vaughn of Sorcha and Blame Not the Bard
Dan Vaughn, an Irish whistle and flute player based out of Iowa City, Iowa, has been making a name for himself since the early 2000s. Playing with bands and artists such as Gaelic Storm, Flook, John Williams (Solas) and many more. Dan has established himself as one of the premiere musicians in Irish music. Along with gigging, Dan has competed in multiple Mid-West Fleadhs, winning titles for both whistle and flute. This led him to competing in the 2005 All-Ireland Cheoil in Letterkenny, Ireland.
With electric reception for Blame Not the Bard and Sorcha, Dan is looking to cement himself as one of his generation's most exciting Celtic musicians.
Edwin Mitchell of Edwin Mitchell Music (https://edwinmitchellmusic.com/)
Edwin Mitchell is a Northern Irish guitarist and composer currently making his home and sharing his musical talents in Iowa, USA. Edwin’s musical journey has taken him from the vibrant arts scene of Northern Ireland to the heartland of America, enriching his playing and teaching every step of the way. Before relocating across the Atlantic, Edwin held the prestigious position of Head of Guitar at the City of Belfast School of Music.
He is a captivating performer, equally comfortable commanding the stage as a soloist and weaving intricate melodies within ensembles. His performances are characterized by a deep understanding of the guitar’s expressive potential, showcasing both technical brilliance and a heartfelt connection to the music.
World Fest: A Moving Sound
Fusing traditional influences with a global sensibility, award-winning Taiwanese ensemble A Moving Sound (Sheng Don聲動) has built a worldwide following through their joyous mix of original music and dance.
Featuring the distinctive timbres of the erhu (Taiwanese fiddle) and zhong ruan (lute), and coupled with the transcendent vocals of Mia Hsieh, A Moving Sound has devised a unique and compelling style that is all their own – a whirlwind of musical expression that veers between the meditative and the exuberant with irrepressible spirit.
A Moving Sound has been featured on BBC Radio 3, National Public Radio in the U.S., and on The Discovery Channel. They have performed and taught in twenty countries including The Kennedy Center, W.O.M.A.D. (picked as a festival highlight by London Financial Times) and the Melbourne International Arts Festival. They have led educational residency programs worldwide specializing in Taiwanese dance, music, and culture. A Moving Sound's music is distributed internationally through the biggest world music record label ARC Music.

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