Page 51 - 45th East Durham Irish Festival

MAY 28 & MAY 29, 2022
45TH EAST DURHAM IRISH FESTIVAL NEWS 51
45th East Durham Irish Festival Presents:
SEAMUS KELLEHER
Master storyteller and singer/guitarist Seamus Kelleher started his music career in his hometown of Galway Ireland in the late 60s where at age fifteen he was the opening act for international touring groups like Thin Lizzy.
He came to America in 1975 and since then has toured across the US and Europe performing over 7000 shows in venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Excelsior in Rome and festivals across the US and Europe. Most recently, he was the lead guitarist with Philadelphia’s legendary Celtic Rock band Blackthorn. He now performs as a solo artist traveling the US and Ireland.
Throughout his career, Seamus battled depression, anxiety, and addiction. When not on tour, he uses his gift of music, humor, and an uncanny ability to engage his audience, to tell a compelling story, helping those who struggle with their mental wellness.
Seamus is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Texas A&M College of Medicine where he teaches courses on mental wellness and suicide prevention. He is also a co-founder and board member of the Suicide Prevention Alliance.
Seamus’ shows are not for the faint of heart. He will keep you on the edge of your seat for hours so fasten up and enjoy the ride!
Congratulations Donal Gallagher
On this very worthy honor! Thank you for all that you have done & continue to do for East Durham!
Your unwavering dedication & commitment to keeping East Durham a vacation destination where the tradition of Irish sports, history, music, art & Irish hospitality are celebrated is unparalleled!!
The 33rd County has a bright future because of your vision and years of hard work.
We are proud to call you family. Love, Mary K. & Ralph Kelly