Dance Enthusiasts will love the Celtic Celebration on
St. Patrick’s Day, Sunday,
March 17 at 3 pm!
“Bring out the green. This concert will get the entire family in the Irish spirit!”
(Peep this 1-minute preview here!)
Bay Philharmonic’s artistic director and conductor, Jung-Ho Pak, will share colorful stories about the Celtic culture and traditions. Notable performances by Annie Dupre (vocals/violin), Caroline McCaskey (award-winning Scottish fiddler), Culann’s Hounds (Irish band), San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers (beloved Bay Area fiddle group), Todd Denman (Irish Uilleann pipes), Bill Wolaver (piano/arranger), Kennelly School of Irish Dance (Irish dancers), and Dunsmuir Scottish Dancers, along with the entertaining 50-piece Bay Philharmonic orchestra.
“We are pulling out all the stops to bring you an extraordinary and unique St. Patrick’s Day celebration with wonderful Celtic musicians, singers, dancers, and storytellers” says Jung-Ho Pak. “Along with engaging video, gorgeous lighting, and stunning sets, concertgoers will get a true immersive Celtic experience. If you’re looking for luck o’ the Irish, this show will fill your pot of gold!”
Bay Philharmonic’s renowned and esteemed Artistic Director and Conductor Jung-Ho Pak has been described by The New York Times as a conductor who “radiates enthusiasm” and the LA Times as “a real grabber” Jung-Ho Pak is known for his unique approach and vision for symphonic music. Pak brings over 35 years of experience conducting acclaimed professional and conservatory orchestras worldwide. As with every show, Pak will infuse his style of creativity, knowledge, connections, passion, and enthusiastic conversational personality.
Doors open at 2 p.m. with pre-show Celtic entertainment, festive beers including Dokkaebier’s Milk Stout, other beverages, and snacks. The primary performance begins at 3 p.m. Tickets start at $25 and are available on the Bay Philharmonic website, http://bayphil.org . 510-723-6976
Chabot College Performing Arts Center is located at 2555 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, CA 94545 with plenty of free parking.