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Milford CCE

Comhaltas Ceoltori Eireann (CCE)             

Comhaltas Ceoltori Eireann (CCE) was founded in 1951 in Ireland by a group of traditional musicians at a time when interest in the native culture of Ireland was waning.

Since its inception, Comhaltas has grown to become a great force in Irish cultural life. The aims and objectives of Comhaltas include the promotion of traditional music, song, and dance, and the fostering of Irish traditional culture in general, with special emphasis on the Irish language.Today, Comhaltas is an international movement with over 350 branches in Ireland, Britain, the United States, Canada, and Australia.

The aims of Comhaltas are achieved through the activities of these branches.

In addition to participation in the Milford CCE events members receive Treoir Magazine Treoir is the official publication of Comhaltas. Published quarterly, it is mailed to all members of CCE at no extra charge.

General Meeting Information:

The Milford Branch of CCE meets on the third Thursday of every month (except July and August) 
at the St. Gabriel Church Hall in Milford , CT.

Meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. and are open to all. There is no charge.

Refreshments and live traditional music in the form of an open session are provided.All step, ceili, and set dancers are welcome.

Although this is not a ceili, dance is an integral part of Irish culture.

At the present time, we have a lack of people interested in traditional Irish song.

All who are interested in this aspect of our culture are welcome.

COME JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF “MUSIC AND FELLOWSHIP.”

Music Instruction

John is interested in providing music instruction at no charge to the members of Milford CCE. Any branch member interested in learning traditional Irish music should contact the branch secretary.

Directions

I-95 to Devon exit #34. At the light at the end of the ramp take a right onto Route #1. Proceed to the third traffic light and turn left onto Naugatuck Avenue . Follow Naugatuck almost to the end (the shoreline will be in front of you).

Turn right onto East Broadway. St. Gabriel's is two blocks on the left. Park on the street.

About Our Founding Chairman John Whelan

John Whelan, born in London to Irish parents, has been a major exponent of
Irish traditional music and culture since he began playing the button accordion at age 11.

He has been involved in Comhaltas for over 30 years. John's father, Denis, was a founding member of the Luton, Leagrave Branch in England and John , himself, is a former chairman of the Northhampton ( England ) Branch of CCE and the Martin Mulvihill Branch in New Jersey . It was a Comhaltas concert tour that brought John to the United States for the first time in 1979. John went on to become a 7-time all-Ireland champion on the button accordion. Today, John is a well-know international recording artist, performer, and teacher of traditional music.  John started the Milford branch of CCE here in Milford , CT to enrich the community of southern Connecticut , in particular, the Irish and parishioners of St. Gabriel Church.

Membership

Membership forms can be obtained at any monthly meeting.

Annual dues are as follows:

Senior member $17.00

Additional Senior in same household $8.00

Junior (under 16 years) $10.00

Family membership $35.00

Contact Information

Join the Milford CCE, contact the branch secretary, 
Mary Ellen Luby
mluby@williampittsir.com
203-259-0100 

www.comhaltas.com

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Last modified: April 17, 2008