2010 Performances: January - June
2010 Performances: July - December
2009 Past Appearances
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2010 Performances: January - June
Friday, January 16, 2010 - 6:30 pm
Western Cowboy Musical Entertainment by Loretta Thompson and the Heritage Band — Songs and Fiddle Tunes from the Old West.
Celebrating along with the Denver National Western Stock Show!
A Cherry Creek Retirement Village
14555 East Hampden Ave. in Aurora, CO
Contact: Elizabeth 303-693-0200
Saturday, March 6, 2010 - 6:00 pm
St. Patrick’s Party (Ceili) & Evening Concert
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish Hall, Park Hill, Denver, CO
Irish step dancers at 5:30... Band starts ~6:00 pm
Another fun evening with Loretta Thompson and the Heritage Band, playing the best of Irish Songs and Irish Fiddling!
Pot Luck Irish dinner and entertainment, immediately following Mass.
Contact: Heather (303) 591-7866
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - 3:00 pm
St. Patrick’s Irish Entertainment by Loretta Thompson and the Bennett School of Irish Dance—Irish Songs, Fiddling, Step Dancers
Cherry Creek Retirement Village
14555 East Hampden Ave. in Aurora, CO
Contact: Elizabeth (303) 693-0200
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - doors open at 6:00 pm
St. Patrick’s Celebration Concert
A family music and dance concert sponsored by Olinger Crown Hill in the Pavilion at 29th & Wadsworth, Wheat Ridge, CO
Concert features the beautiful voice and expert Celtic fiddling of Loretta Thompson and the Heritage Band. You'll hear favorite Irish Songs and enjoy the Bennett Irish Stepdanders!
Contact: Jeanine (303) 971-0134
Sunday, March 28, 2010 - 2:00 pm CONCERT
Invited back for their sixth year of FUN!
Loretta Thompson and the Heritage Band
at The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, CO
A highlight of the Estes Park Music Festival Concert Series, Loretta Thompson and The Heritage Band return for their sixth straight year of exciting Variety of Celtic, Country, and more - music, songs, and high-energy fiddling. Always a crowd-pleaser with a few surprises thrown in!
Well worth the scenic drive to Estes Park and the fabulous historic Stanley Hotel.
Come early, this show fills up fast! Bargain price tickets $5. at door.
Sponsored by the Estes Park Music Festival, Inc. Concert Series.
Contact Nancy 970-586-5179
www.EstesParkMusicFestivalInc.org
2010 Performances: July - December
2009 Appearances
Friday, January 23, 2009 - 6:30 pm
Western Cowboy Musical Entertainment by Loretta Thompson and the Heritage Band — Songs and Fiddle Tunes from the Old West.
Celebrating along with the Denver National Western Stock Show!
A Cherry Creek Retirement Village
14555 East Hampden Ave. in Aurora, CO
Contact: Elizabeth 303-693-0200
Friday, February 13, 2009 - 6:00 pm
Valentines Fun - Romantic Songs and Entertainment
Music Variety for Valentines by Loretta Thompson
Fundraiser Spaghetti Supper for LWML at Immanuel Lutheran Church,
3695 S. Acoma St. in Englewood, CO
Contact: Jo (303) 789-3202
Tuesday, February 24, 2009 - 5:00 pm
Fat Tuesday fun at Lakewood Meridian, West Balsam and Jewel in Lakewood, CO, 2nd fl.
Cajun Fiddle and Mardi Gras Variety Songs by Loretta Thompson
Contact: Ann 303-980-5500 x506
Saturday, February 28, 2009 - 3:00 pm
Romantic Songs & Violin for February Valentines
Romantic Variety Music at Holly Creek provided by Loretta Thompson
5590 E. Peakview Ave, Centennial, CO
Contact: Micky 720-266-5892
Saturday, March 7, 2009 - 6:00 pm
St. Patrick’s Party (Ceili) & Evening Concert
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish Hall, Park Hill, Denver, CO
Irish step dancers at 5:30... Band starts ~6:00 pm
Another fun evening with Loretta Thompson and the Heritage Band, playing the best of Irish Songs and Irish Fiddling!
Pot Luck Irish dinner and entertainment, immediately following Mass.
Contact: Heather (303) 591-7866
Wednesday, March 11, 2009 - 2:30 pm
St. Patrick's Day Irish Songs and Fiddling with Loretta Thompson
Colorado State Veterans Home
Fitzsimons campus, Denver, CO
Contact: Melissa 720-857-6437
Saturday, March 14, 2009 - 1:00 to 3:00 pm
St. Patrick's Day Irish Fiddling and Celtic Variety Entertainment
with Loretta Thompson
Whole Foods Market
2201 South College Ave., Fort Collins, CO
Contact: Tawny (970) 267-9200
Wednesday, March 14, 2009 - 6:30 pm til...
St. Patrick's Day Irish Songs and Fiddling with Loretta Thompson
Private party, Washington Park area, Denver, CO
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Wednesday, March 17, 2009 - 3:00 pm
St. Patrick’s Irish Entertainment by Loretta Thompson and the Bennett School of Irish Dance—Irish Songs and Fiddling with Irish Step Dancers
Cherry Creek Retirement Village
14555 East Hampden Ave. in Aurora, CO
Contact: Elizabeth (303) 693-0200
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Friday, March 20, 2009 - 7:00 pm
St. Patrick’s Party & Evening Celtic Concert
Glen Eagles Village Clubhouse, Highlands Ranch, CO;
Concert evening with Loretta Thompson and the Heritage Band, playing the best of Irish Songs and Fiddling!
Contact: Lee (303) 667-0855
Saturday, March 28, 2009 - 3:30 pm
Irish Entertainment and Fiddling by Loretta Thompson
Irish Variety Music at Holly Creek provided by Loretta Thompson
5590 E. Peakview Ave, Centennial, CO
Contact: Micky (720) 266-5892
Saturday, March 28, 2009 - 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Western Cowboy Fiddling Entertainment by Loretta Thompson
Colorado Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
2009 Man and Woman of the Year
GRAND FINALE HOEDOWN!
Denver Marriott City Center, 17th & California, Denver, CO
Contact: Andrea (303) 984-2110
Sunday, April 5, 2009 - 2:00 pm CONCERT
Invited back for their fifth year of FUN!
Loretta Thompson and the Heritage Band
at The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, CO
A highlight of the Estes Park Music Festival Concert Series, Loretta Thompson and The Heritage Band return for their fifth straight year of exciting Variety - Celtic & more - music, songs, and high-energy fiddling. Always a crowd-pleaser with a few surprises thrown in!
Well worth the scenic drive to Estes Park and the fabulous historic Stanley Hotel.
Come early, this show fills up fast! Bargain price tickets $5. at door.
Sponsored by the Estes Park Music Festival, Inc. Concert Series.
Contact Nancy 970-586-5179
www.EstesParkMusicFestivalInc.org
Thursday, April 9, 2009 - 6:30 pm
Old-Time Gospels & Spirituals, Entertainment by Loretta Thompson
Porter Place Retirement, Yale & Downing, Denver, CO
Contact: Jenna 303-765-6804
Wednesday, April 14, 2009 - 5:30 pm
Shakespeare Feast in Denver
Renaissance Entertainment by Loretta Thompson
Fiddle & Recorder Music, plus Songs from the time of Shakespeare
Location: University Park Elementary School
2300 South St. Paul (at Iliff), Denver, CO
Contact: Dawn (303) 759-0597
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Saturday, May 9, 2009 - 2:00 pm High Tea
Variety Songs and Fiddling Entertainment by Loretta Thompson
The Ivinson Home, 2017 E. Grand Ave., Laramie, Wyoming
Contact: Debbie (307) 745-3575
Thursday, May 14, 2009 - 2:00 to 7:00 pm
All About Strings, Workshop and Demonstrations on Violin/Fiddle, Banjo, Guitar and Mandolin by Loretta Thompson
Lied Imperial Public Library, Imperial, Nebraska
Contact: Jo (308) 882-4368
Friday, May 15, 2009 - 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Grandparents Day for Hays Center students, Mrs. Rictor's class
Hays Center Elementary School , Hays Center, Nebraska
Contact: Gwen (308) 286-3342
Wednesday, May 20, 2009 - 12:00 Noon
Irish Variety Entertainment for Littleton Newcomers Association, Celtic Music by Loretta Thompson
The Celtic Tavern at Riverside Downs, West Belleview, Littleton, CO
Contact: Linda 303-471-6417
Wednesday, May 27, 2009 - 3:00 pm
Variety Songs and Entertainment by Loretta Thompson
Seniors Resource Center, 3000 S. Wadsworth, Denver, CO
Contact: Janette (303) 868-6749
Friday, May 29, 2009 - 3:00 pm
Variety Swing Era Entertainment by Loretta Thompson
Porter Place Retirement, Yale & Downing, Denver, CO
Contact: Jenna 303-765-6804
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Friday, June 5, 2009 - 1:30 pm
Variety Mix of Songs and Fiddling Entertainment by Loretta Thompson
Spring Wind, 1072 N. 22nd Street, Laramie, Wyoming
Contact: Angie (307) 755-5811
Saturday, June 6, 2009 - 6:00 pm
SCOTTISH TARTAN Dinner & Ceilidh Dance evening!
Bring friends and family for Scottish fun! Bagpipes, authentic Scottish food, and Robert Burns' famous Address to the Haggis! Scottish Fiddling, Songs, and Ceilidh Dance Entertainment by Loretta Thompson and the Band
Location: Highlands Masonic Center at 35th and Federal, Denver, CO
Dinner, Art Show and Silent Auction, Entertainment and Dancing
Info & Reservations: Eric McBride-The Celtic Caterer
Call (303) 359-9654
Monday-Saturday, June 8 to June 13, 2009
MAGIC MESA MUSIC CAMP
Week long day camp for String Players
Loretta will be teaching Scottish fiddle tunes and technique on Monday and Wednesday 1:00-3:00.
Call for fees, information and directions.
Camp director and head instructor is Carole W. Smith (303) 277-0619
Friday, June 18, 2009 - Vedauwoo Reunion & Gathering
Beautiful Wyoming state park setting near Laramie & Cheyenne. Variety Songs and Entertainment by Loretta Thompson
Beautiful Wyoming state park setting near Laramie and Cheyenne.
Outdoor fun and music.
Contact: Bethany (307) 742-1628
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 - 1:30 pm
Nifty Fifties dance party - Fifties era Songs by Loretta Thompson
Seniors Resource Center, 3000 S. Wadsworth, Denver, CO
Contact: Janette (303) 868-6749
Friday, June 26, 2009 - 7:00 pm
Annual Meeting for Friends of the Littleton Library and Museum at 6:00 pm. Musical Entertainment by Loretta Thompson at 7:00 pm
Location: the Littleton Museum at 6028 S. Gallop, Littleton, CO
Museum phone: (303) 795-3950 Contact: Barbara (303) 771-9190
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Friday, August 7, 2009 - 7:00 pm Scottish Wedding Ceilidh Dance for Corrinne D. in the Tuscany Ballroom, University of Denver.
Scottish Music and Dance Entertainment provided by Loretta Thompson and the Heritage Band.
Bring the entire family for a weekend of fun!
August 8 & 9 , 2009 - Colorado Scottish Festival
Two Full Days of Celtic Culture and Entertainment!
Saturday 9:00 am-11:00 pm Festival lasts ALL DAY and EVENING!
Highland Games & Competitions, Pipes & Drums, Scottish and Irish entertainers, Highland Dancing, Irish Step Dancing, British Dog Breeds, Classic British Cars on Sunday, and much more.
Featured Musical Entertainers:
Seamus Connolly, Master of Irish Fiddling
Oceans Apart, Songs & Music of Wales, Ireland, and Scotland
Loretta Thompson and the Band
more great Celtic Music bands TBA!
Saturday night Celtic Concert and Ceilidh will be held on the Festival grounds, offering food, beer, and nonstop Entertainment through Saturday night! Join us for some fabulous fun!
Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Festival entertainment all day!
Location: Highland Heritage Park, one and a half miles south of C-470 and Quebec in Highlands Ranch, CO; just south of Denver
Info: 303-238-6524 www.scottishgames.org
August 9-15, 2009 - Rocky Mountain Fiddle Camp,
near Grandby, CO... an unforgettable week of music and dance!
Play all day and dance all night in a beautiful setting!
Take lessons from World Class Musicians teaching traditional music for fiddle, guitar, banjo, piano, cello, bass, singing, dancing, and much more! From beginning to advanced players.
THERE'S STILL TIME - CALL NOW!!!
Contact Mark Luther 303-753-6870 www.rmfiddle.com
Wednesday, September 16, 2009 - Dance in Estes Park, CO
Evening of Scottish music and ceilidh dancing for the Long Term Ecological Research Network. Music and Entertainment by Loretta Thompson and the Band, with dances called by Tim Luscombe.
Location: Estes Park YMCA, in the Long House building.
Contact: Robert Waide, LTER Network Office (505) 277-2649
Sunday, October 4 , 2009 - Scottish Wedding Ceilidh Dance for Amanda Wolf and Brian Bienneman.
Entertainment provided by Loretta Thompson and the Heritage Band.
October 15, 2009 - Concert at Massarie Theatre in Trinidad, CO
TRANS CELTIC GALA evening concert!
Featuring the fabulous musicianship of Oceans Apart (John Good and Steve Colby) and Loretta Thompson. Dancing by the Bennett School of Irish Dance, and exciting bagpipers as well.
This full-scale theatric production features the Celtic music and songs from Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.
Location: the Massari Theatre in Trinidad, CO
Call Now for Tickets & Info:
Joan at Beaver Creek Concerts (719) 846-7778
October 18 , 2009
Date held.
Details to be announced.
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