Stand - one of the most talented independent rock bands to come out of Ireland in recent years, who are continuing to gather recognition and acclaim both at home and in the United States.
Gregory Harrington is an outstanding Irish classical violinist from Dublin, who champions the work of contemporary composers through his performances all over the world. He was the first ever Irish violinist to perform his solo debut recital at Carnegie Hall.
Michael Londra - the former lead singer with Riverdance, Michael has forged an international career for himself as a contemporary Irish tenor, songwriter and passionate ambassador for the international charity, Concern.
Ashley Davis - a modern day Joan Baez, with influences drawn from Bluegrass, folk and the country music that surrounded her growing up in Kansas, Ashley Davis brings an engaging twist to traditional Celtic songwriting and storytelling, drawn from and inspired by her own travels and experiences along the way.
Isabelle O'Connell - has established herself as one of Ireland's top classical pianists, performing across four continents and is a dynamic interpreter and energetic advocate of music by 20th and 21st century composers.
Eamon Lynch is currently the Managing Editor of Golf Magazine. Born in Northern Ireland, and a graduate of Queens University in Belfast, he is a former staff writer with New York's Daily News, and over the course of his career has contributed to a wide range of national and internationally recognized publications, not least, Vanity Fair, Sports Illustrated, New York Magazine, the Los Angeles Times, The Village Voice, the London Sunday Times, Men's Health and Golf International. www.eamonlynch.com
IRISH ARTISTS
Michelle Rogers is an award-winning young Irish artist whose unique work is both challenging and profound, a form of social and political commentary on the darker sides of human nature and society.
The Irish Arts Center is a New York based cultural theater and exhibtion space that tirelessly promotes the work of upcoming and established Irish writers, musicians, actors and artists. It is a renowned Off-Broadway venue and also provides the opportunity for Irish Americans to explore and learn about their language and cultural heritage through workshops and cultural events held throughout the year.
With offices based in Woodside and Woodlawn, the Emerald Isle Immigration Center represents the interests of Irish immigrants living in the greater New York area. Offering legal advice and citizen's advice, it also provides job training and placement services as well as community listings. The Center actively advocates on behalf of members of the Irish immigrant community on all aspects of U.S. immigration policy and legislation that impacts upon their day to day lives.
Dorothy Parker is one of my favorite writers, well known for her caustic wit and sharp observations about society and the people in it. The Dorothy Parker Society, founded by Kevin Fitzpatrick, keeps her memory alive, with regular walking tours, parties and literary get togethers organized throughout the year.
