Press Release

The multi-platinum group appeared on several national television shows including Dancing With The Stars, Today Show and Good Morning Americawhile wrapping up its five month U.S. tour in July.  Celtic Woman returned home to Ireland in August and was awarded "Best Celtic Group" at the 2009 Ireland Music Awards.

Now, the enchanting four vocalists Chloë, Lisa, Lynn, and Alex along with Celtic violinist Máiréad return to perform their heavenly renditions of Irish standards, classical favorites and contemporary hits. 

The 2009 tour has received huge acclaim by fans and accolades from the media.  The Grand Rapids Press praised the “heavenly, angelic voices that floated through every song,” by "one of the most wildly popular singing groups on the planet," (Cincinnati Examiner) while Pittsburgh's Tribune Review declared "it was hard, if not impossible, to avoid a standing ovation."

During the 2009 "Isle of Hope" tour, fans have the opportunity to experience Celtic Woman’s most magical production yet, featuring renditions of “Fields of Gold” and “Have I Told You Lately That I Love You” as well as the patriotic song "O, America!" written exclusively for Celtic Woman by Brendan Graham (renowned for his inspirational song "You Raise Me Up") , along with William Joseph.  Musical Director David Downes has composed stunning new music for the 19-member ensemble featuring the wonderful voices of Celtic Woman and the energetic musical inventiveness of Celtic violinist, Máiréad.

The show will also feature cornerstone favorites such as “The Sky and the Dawn and the Sun,” “Danny Boy,” and “Spanish Lady,” among others that are featured on their latest release Greatest Journey: Essential Collection  CD/DVD.

Celtic Woman has been winning over audiences of all ages and captivating millions with inspiring songs of hope and love.   In just four short years, the group has played eight U.S. tours, released 4 CDs and 4 DVDS totaling more than 3 million in sales and performed for more than 800,000 people.  Meanwhile, the four Celtic Woman PBS Specials have aired more than 13,658 times on 685 PBS stations across the country, covering 97% of US television households.

Named the #1 Top World Music Artist by Billboard Magazine, Celtic Woman albums (Celtic Woman,  A Christmas Celebration, and A New Journey) have held the #1 position on the magazine’s World Music chart for 90 consecutive weeks.  Their 2008 album, The Greatest Journey Essential Collection, debuted at #1. Celtic Woman's Musical Director is David Downes, Producer Scott Porter and Executive Producer Dave Kavanagh.

10/7Waukegan, IL                  Genesse Theater

10/8 Springfield, IL                   Sangamon Auditorium

10/9 Paducah, KY                   Carson Center

10/10 Evansville, IN                 The Centre

10/11 Moline, IL                      iWireless Center

10/13 Sioux Falls, SD   Washington Pavilion Great Hall

10/14 Fargo, ND                     Fargodome

10/16 Prior Lake, MN             Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

10/17 Wisconsin Dells, WI       Crystal Grand Music Theater

10/18 Appleton, WI                 Fox Cities PAC

10/20 Akron, OH                     EJ Thomas Hall

10/22 Greensboro, NC            War Memorial Auditorium

10/23 Augusta, GA                  Bell Auditorium

10/24 Chattanooga, TN            Memorial Auditorium

10/25 Columbia, SC                 Koger Center

10/27 Syracuse, NY                 Landmark Theater

10/28 Rochester, NY               Auditorium Theater

10/30 Uncasville, CT                Mohegan Sun

10/31 Buffalo, NY                    Shea's PAC

11/1 Columbus, OH                 Palace Theater

11/3 Toledo, OH                      Stranahan Theatre

11/4 E. Lansing, MI                  Wharton Center

11/6 Merrillville, IN                  Star Plaza Theater

11/7 Kalamazoo, MI                Miller Auditorium

11/8 Bloomington, IN   IU Auditorium

11/10 Wichita, KS                   Century II PAC

11/11 Oklahoma City, OK       Ford Arena

11/12 Lubbock, TX City          City Bank Auditorium

11/14 El Paso, TX                    Plaza Theater

11/15 Albuquerque, NM          Popejoy Hall

11/16 Tucson, AZ                    Tucson Music Hall

11/18 Bakersfield, CA  Rabobank Arena Concert Hall

11/20 Rancho Mirage, CA       Agua Caliente Casino

11/21 Pasadena, CA               Pasadena Civic Auditorium

11/22 Long Beach, CA            Terrace Theater