USAF Heritage Aire Celtic Ensemble
Posted by hungrymonkmusic on May 17, 2008
This past May 13, saw Hungry Monk Music hosting the Celtic Ensemble from the US Air Force. The USAF Heritage Aire Celtic Ensemble is a group of 5 individuals playing guitar, whistles, accordian, hammered dulcimer, bohdran, flute, and even bass clarinet. And they sing.
The group contacted Hungry Monk Music several months ago inquiring as to whether we would like to have a free performance. Of course! As always, a small but appreciative crowd filled our small performance space and was treated to a great, intimate performance. Not only did the group give us a great show, but they invited us to play along. There were almost more people playing than listening. Hungry Monk Music teachers Hazel Ketchum, John Holenko, Wendy Tahara, and Pam Wiley all joined in at various times. We also had several students get up and play with the group. Cecilia McGuinn, and Kevin Body both played violin, while Kelly Measom played bohdran.
Increasingly, Hungry Monk Music is becoming a place to play for musicians and groups coming through the area. While these groups may find larger venues with more people in the seats, they have all expressed their delight in playing for our knowledgeable and enthusiastic crowd.
