The Fiddler's Choice
EOBCD 001
Eileen O'Brien & friends

Accordionists: Joe Burke, Anne Conroy-Burke, Jimmy McGreevy, Michael Searson
Lar Gavin, Donnchadh O'Brien
Pianists: Dr. Micheal ÓSuilleabhain, Geraldine Cotter, Dr. Charlie Lennon,
Deirdre McSherry, Jennifer Minogue
Flautists: Niall Keegan, Deirdre McSherry
Banjo: Gerry "Banjo" O'Connor, Brian Morrissey
Bodhran: Brian Morrissey, Patrick McHugh
Singers: Nora Butler, Deirdre Scanlan, Michael Scanlan
Dancer/Choreographer: Patrick McHugh

In Aid of Nenagh Hospital









All proceeds go to Nenagh Hospital



Copperplate is happy to waive its usual commission on any sales of this title, so your whole sale price will go toward this worthy cause.
If you feel like donating something extra just add it to the total and it will be forwarded to the
Nenagh Hospital Action Group.
Many thanks.

Track Listing.

 1. Dinny O'Brien's + Tumble the Tinker (jigs)
Paddy O'Brien (accordion), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Charlie Lennon (piano)
2. Paddy Fahy's Reels
Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Deirdre McSherry (flute), Jennifer Minogue (piano), Michael Searson (accordion)
3. Mountains of Mourners (song)
Michael Scanlan (vocal), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Deirdre McSherry (flute/piano), Michael Searson (accordion) P. McHugh (bodhran)
4.Shanahan's Hornpipe + McElliott's Fancy
Lar Gavin (accordion), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Deirdre McSherry (piano)
5. The Lark on the Strand + The Pipe on the Hob (jigs)
Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Donnchadh O'Brien (accordion), Joe Burke (accordion), Deirdre McSherry (piano)
6. The Silvermines Mountains + Keeper Hill (air + set dance)
Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Geraldine Cotter (piano), Patrick McHugh (dancer)
7. The Golden Keyboard + The Boys of Portaferry (reels)
Jimmy McGreevy (accordeon), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Deirdre McSherry (flute)
8. Up & About in the Morning + The Smiling Bride + The Handsome Young Miadens (jigs)
Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Deirdre McSherry (piano)
9. The Mall of Lismore (song)
Nora Butler (vocal), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Deirdre McSherry (piano)
10. Paddy Fahy's + The Fiddler's Choice + Humours of Moanfin (hp + reels)
Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Deirdre McSherry (flute), Geraldine Cotter (piano)
11. The Traveller + Dinny O'Brien's + Miss Thornton (reels)
Gerry "banjo" O'Connor (banjo), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Deirdre McSherry (piano)
12. Sliabh na mBan + Garrett Barry's (air + jig)
Dr. Micheál Ó Súilleabháin (piano), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Nial Keegan (flute), Brian Morrison (bodhran & banjo)
13. Down the Hill + The Lane to the Glen
Anne Conroy-Burke (accordion), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Deirdre McSherry (flute & piano)
14. The Dapper's Delight
Paddy O'Brien (accordion), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Jennifer Minogue (piano)
15. Eilí Gheal Chiúin Ni Chearbhaill
Deirdre Scanlan (vocal), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Deirdre McSherry (piano)
16. Nóra Croina + The Shaskeen + The Bag of Spuds
Joe Burke (accordion), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Charlie Lennon (piano)
17. The Corner House + Music in the Glen
Paddy O'Brien (accordion), Eileen O'Brien (fiddle), Charlie Lennon (piano)


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We are delighted to announce our release of this recording.

The Fiddler's Choice
EOBCD001
Eileen O'Brien & Friends
Accordionists: Joe Burke, Anne Conroy-Burke, Jimmy McGreevy, Michael Searson, Lar Gavin, Donnchadh O'Brien.
Pianists: Dr. Micheal O'Suilleabhain, Geraldine Cotter, Dr. Charlie Lennon, Deirdre McSherry, Jennifer Minogue.
Flautists: Niall Keegan, Deirdre McSherry
Banjo: Gerry "Banjo" O'Connor, Brian Morrissey
Bodhran: Brian Morrissey, Patrick McHugh
Singers: Nora Butler, Deirdre Scanlan, Michael Scanlan
Dancer/Choreographer: Patrick McHugh


"In September 2005 I began my course of study for M.A. Irish Traditional Music Performance at the Irish World Music Academy of Music and Dance, University of Limerick. One element of the course was to undertake a recording project. My musical journey led me to the production of this album. My musical friends rallied around me and gave of their time and talent with a generosity that knew no bounds. I will forever be in their debt for sharing their musical brilliance, knowledge and experience with me and for their encouragement and constructive attitude towards the project. I hope that our combined musical performances will give pleasure to all who listen to the album and that "The Fiddler's Choice" will have a positive impact on the promotion of the wonderful work undertaken by the "Nenagh Hospital Action Group". Eileen O'Brien 2006


Dedication:
I wish to dedicate this recording project to the memory of my late parents Paddy and Eileen O'Brien. All proceeds from the sale of this album will go directly to the "Nenagh Hospital Action Group".

Eileen O'Brien, 2006 Nenagh Hospital Action Group
"Small Hospital, Big Service" is the title of a unique document - a report specially commissioned by the Nenagh Hospital Action Group, in response to the policy recommendations of the Hanly Report which would have resulted in the downgrading of services at Nenagh. It was compiled by a group representing the medical and community interests and funded totally from local fundraising. It also represents a blueprint for all small acute hospitals around the country.

Nenagh Hospital Action Group - Paul Malone, Kathleen O'Meara, David McAvinchey, Christine O'Malley, Roisin Costello, Colm O'Reilly, Maura Byrne, David King.

Several of Ireland's finest traditional artist donate their musical talents to make a wonderful album for such a good cause. Copperplate is happy and proud to be associated with such a great project. Enjoy the music!


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