Pub GuideIvers, Eileen
Eileen Ivers is one of the most renowned fiddlers in the U.S. She and her husband, Brian, formed their company, Musical Bridge Inc., eight years ago to deal with the touring and musical aspects of their occupation.
She is a nine-time All-Ireland fiddle champion who, in addition to her solo work, has performed with the London Symphony Orchestra, Boston Pops, “Riverdance,” the Chieftains, Hall and Oates and many others. She has also performed for presidents and royalty worldwide.
In 1999, she established a touring production to present the music that now encompasses her group, Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul. The group has performed with numerous symphonies and at major festivals worldwide, as well as appearing on national and international television.
A founding member of the popular Cherish the Ladies Irish traditional group, Ivers is a first generation Irish American. Both of her parents are natives of Co. Mayo, and Ivers travels back to visit often. She spent her summers in Ireland during her childhood.
Born in New York the Iona College grad thinks of a few words to describe her Irish heritage. “Family, pride, respect, laughter, music, dance, stories, joy, resiliency, faith, tradition, and passion,” she says.
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