Did you know that there is a theory that an Irish composer wrote the tune to "A Star-Spangled Banner"? Before we dive into the details of the Irish connection let's take a look at the man behind the ...

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The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. Shamrock Tenors will bring Irish tunes and original songs to Paramount Theatre on Thursday, March 13.

March 17 is St. Patrick's Day and whatever your annual tradition is, searching for a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow might be on the list. Unfortunately, while you're unlikely to discover a hidden ...

McHenry County College is welcoming two acts this month as part of its Second Sunday Concert Series. At 3 p.m. Sunday, March 13, Sessions Jazz will perform works from Duke Ellington, Henry Mancini, ...

There's an old Irish saying that begins: "May your day be touched by a bit of Irish luck, brightened by a song in your heart..." Since the first ships began bringing settlers to the new colony in 1734 ...

When husband and wife duo Matt and Shannon Heaton moved to Boston in 2001, they came to play and sing traditional Irish music. And they still do. But when they’re not making masterful Irish music ...

We’re so close to the start of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations here in South Florida that you can almost hear the sound of bagpipes and drums in the distance. Kilt-clad bands will soon march into ...

SEQUIM — On this stage, everyone’s at least a little bit Irish. The Sequim City Band and guest Navy Band Northwest offer a St. Patrick’s Day treat with their next concert, “Emerald Green and Navy Blue ...