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An Irish Christmas with John Doyle, Mick McAuley & Cathie Ryan

Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Unitarian Church of Harrisburg
Irish Session 6 pm Concert 7:30 pm

About This Event:

An evening of exquisite traditional and contemporary songs, tunes, and stories for the midwinter season. These three world-class artists are some of the brightest lights in Irish traditional music, and have been since their early days with Solas and Cherish the Ladies. Musicians, bring your instruments — this beautiful and evocative evening starts with a FREE open Irish session.

An Irish Christmas

An evening of exquisite traditional and contemporary songs, tunes, and stories for the midwinter season. These three world-class artists are some of the brightest lights in Irish traditional music, and have been since their early days with Solas and Cherish the Ladies. Musicians, bring your instruments — this beautiful and evocative evening starts with a FREE open Irish session.

John Doyle and Mick McAuley’s nearly telepathic musical connection began in the truly groundbreaking Irish-American band, Solas. And for over thirty-five years, including multiple studio recordings, musical collaborations, and awards, Cathie Ryan has been in the vanguard of Irish music. Now, these three luminaries of traditional Irish music come together to celebrate the Christmas and winter holidays. They’ll present familiar carols and special ones that are less well known, as well as new material and their own personal holiday stories.

“Anyone wondering what constitutes excellence in Irish American singing today need only attend a Cathie Ryan concert.” —The Wall Street Journal

“From his stellar role as a member of Solas, Mick McAuley has truly emerged as a solo artist” —Brian O’Donovan, WGBH

“John Doyle has more talent than anybody deserves to have all to themselves” —Philadelphia News

Tickets

Concert: 7:30 pm Doors: 6:30 pm US Eastern Time

  • $26 General Admission
  • $22 SFMS & UCH Members
  • $22 Session Musicians
  • $10 Students

Open Irish Session: 6 pm till 7:15 pm Doors: 5:45 pm

  • The session is FREE, and musicians enjoy a $4 concert discount!
  • All musicians welcome, as well as listeners!
  • Hosted by Mary-Grace Lee

General ticket info

Venues

Unitarian Church of Harrisburg

1280 Clover Lane, Harrisburg, PA 17113

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