The East Metro Symphony Orchestra (EMSO), in collaboration with the Center for Irish Music (CIM), is delighted to present Aisling Gheal (Irish Gaelic for “Bright Vision”), a unique joint concert exploring the intersections between traditional Irish music and the classical orchestra music it inspired, Sunday, March 8th at 3 p.m.

To celebrate the St. Patrick’s Day season EMSO and CIM have created a remarkable program that includes a set of orchestral arrangements created for the renowned Irish band Altan by composer Fiachra Trench.  A US premiere, the set includes The Roseville, composed by CIM instructor and Altan guitarist Dáithí Sproule.

“This concert exemplifies the bridges that are possible through music,” noted ESMO Conductor Elizabeth Prielozny Barnes.  “We are crossing musical genres and traditions, crossing generations, and crossing nations.”  CIM Executive Director Norah Rendell noted that the performance is the culmination of years of preparation.  “The students in the ensemble have been working for years to develop the technical skill and aesthetic understanding of traditional Irish music.  They represent the success of our mission – passing the music down to the next generation.”

Concert admission is $10 for Adults, $6 for Seniors, while those 18 and under are free! Presale tickets will be available beginning February 9th through EMSO members or the CIM. Following the performance an informal reception will provide opportunity to meet these talented amateur musicians.