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ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS GREAT, LOVELY, WONDERFUL...
Wonderful music, wonderful website, wonderful woman!
FABULOUS!!!!!!!I have to wait for George to get home to figure out how to get the music out of the file. . . The pics on my computer are ok, but a little fuzzy. . . but I think it's because I still have that lousy aol browser. . . I'll check it on his. It's probably better on Netscape. I'm so happy for you!!!!! This will be very useful to you.
Aideen, Your page looks great. May you get many opportunities from this, and may your business grow to all that you wish!
Love, Psomi
Dear Aideen - ever since we heard you when we were visiting my brother in New Jersey (Jim DeMartino) we were taken by your lovely music. We would love to hear you in person again! My 20 year old son also loves your music.
I do hope all is well and that we will all meet again! Sincerely, Anne Rejack
This is a very good website. I like to see some of the pieces you play and telling about yourself is a very good idea.
Hello Aideen, I am Mary Pat Fleming's sister! I am thrilled to be in touch with you and your music through the internet. I have always loved listening to you! God bless and have a wonderful holiday season! fondly, Margaret (Sweeney) Skrobacz
We are living proof that it's not necessary to be Irish to enjoy your music. We've attended all your concerts with Rosetta since Delbarton as well as your Summit First Night appearances; we have all your recordings.Your lovely, skillfull combination of voice and harpistry is always a delight!
Hi Aideen We speak of you often and the beautiful music you played at our wedding. Especially "The Little Boat". God Bless you and keep you well. Helen & Peter Divney
HI Aideen,
We finally got your web page by using the search machine NBCI. Previously, we tried Yahoo, and Alta Vista and were unsuccessful. The web page is designed great. Easy to follow, and the green is definitely pleasing to the eyes. Guess it didn't take long for you to figure out what color to use, huh?
Looking forward to going to the Feb 10th show in Morristown. Does your husband usually go or is he home with Olivia? This is an odd question, but how to people dress going to a concert like this? Is it very formal?
It was nice getting together with you and Olivia yesterday. Take care, and talk to you soon. Lin
Aideen, nice Web site. As usual your music is heavenly. Hope all is well.-Albert Lord.
you're a great teacher love 'MICHAEL hope ya have a goooood time
I am looking forward to seeing you on March 20 in NY. I also look forward to many more concerts and CDs.
I just read on an email site that you had performed/played with Anthony Kearnes and the email said you were very good and recommended your site. I have just listened to the samples of some songs and think your music is very lovely and will probably order the two CDs listed Have you, or do you think you will ever perform in Cincinnati, Ohio either with our great Symphony Orchestra or Opera. I would certainly plan to attend if you ever do and I am in tow and can afford the tickets at that time. Best of luck in your future...you seem to be a very talented lady. Nancy Rolfert
I downloaded your AMAZING GRACE mp3... Sounds great! John and I are considering a harpist/soloist for our wedding ceremony... I'm sure this will persuade his decision!!!
Hi Aideen, We look forward to knowing where and when you will be performing in our area ! Hope to see you soon. Good luck during your busy March. Margaret and Bill Cronin
Hello, My name is Rachel O'Donnell from wolverine michigan. You resemble my grandmother. Locate me at [email protected]
Was at your concert in St. Joseph, Missouri last saturday and became enchanted with your music. I am not Irish, my late wife was (maiden name Ryan)and I have a red headed daughter who tells everyone she is. I hope I have the privelege of attending another of your concerts. Regards.
Hank
Was at your concert in St. Joseph, Missouri last saturday and became enchanted with your music. I am enjoying the CD I purchased,that you so graciously autographed,while working with my computer I am not Irish, my late wife was (maiden name Ryan)and I have a red headed daughter who tells everyone she is. I hope I have the privelege of attending another of your concerts. Regards.
Hank
I was at your show last night with ANthony Kearns and thought you were marvelous.
I had the pleasure of hearing and meeting Aideen O'Donnell when she appeared with Anthony Kearns at the Westchester Dinner Theatre. Her performance was absolutely wonderful. A Beautiful voice and a Harp...perfect together. I purchased her CD "The Water is Wide". This CD is a must for anyone who loves Irish Music.
Only angels dare compete!
My wife & I were among the fortunate folks at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Glassboro, N.J. on March 25th. As good as John McNally is, we could have easily listened to you as the entire concert. It was our first exposure to your wonderfully haunting voice and exceptional musical talent. Right now as I'm writing this you are singing and playing on our computer. It is such a beautiful mix, I'm sure your CD will be THE one of choice most times as the backgound to our time on the computer. We thank God for talented artists like you who make our lives easier as we go about our daily routines. We also thank you for sharing your wonderful talents with us. Continued great Success, Agnes & Joe Danner
Your concert at Resurrection was beautiful. Your voice is so heavenly. Would love to have your upcoming concert schedule
olivia mommy daddy konteatis
We saw you show with Anthony Kearnes and enjoyed it. We love you tape "The Water is Wide".
We are watching your caledar to see when you will be back in our area again (we live in Levittown, NY - that's on Long Island).
Thank you for a great show.
Hi Aideen! You're beautiful! Love, Nancy
Hello Aideen,
I was the guest deejay on our local Irish Radio Show today and played "The Old Turf Fire". Everyone in Binghamton enjoyed your performance at The Auld Irish Christmas Concert here in Binghamton and are still talking about it. Take care and hope to see you soon.
- Susan -
We loved your web site. Sorry it took so long to look at it.
My compliments on your site. you are a great talent. may 2002 be a year of great joy and prosperity. peace.
http://www.bardic.on.ca/ancient
We attended the performance at Ireton High School in Alexandria VA last night.
Your performance was delightful.
Lovely voice, lovely music, wonderful dinner companion. We hope you find a way to get your music camp off the ground. You have much to offer young musicians.
March 10, 2002
You're Wonderful!
We Irish should make it a crime for anyone but you to sing Danny boy. Loved your performance at B.I. in VA. I saw Alan Jackson at the Patriot Center here the following Sunday night and he sang ("Where where you"). Nothing can help us refocus our lives better music that warmly reaches in and touches our inner light.
We Irish should make it a crime for anyone but you to sing Danny boy. Loved your performance at B.I. in VA. I saw Alan Jackson at the Patriot Center here the following Sunday night and he sang ("Where where you"). Nothing can help us refocus our lives better music that warmly reaches in and touches our inner light.
We Irish should make it a crime for anyone but you to sing Danny boy. Loved your performance at B.I. in VA. I saw Alan Jackson at the Patriot Center here the following Sunday night and he sang ("Where where you"). Nothing can help us refocus our lives better music that warmly reaches in and touches our inner light.
Hello Aideen, Thank you again for giving us a very special and fantastic evening of song and music. Please let me know when and where you will be perfoming again. Thank you so much.
I didn't know you had a web site until I saw it listed in the NJ Youth Symphony program guide. The site is VERY WELL DONE! - Chirs Bater
Aideen....I first heard you at Anthony Kearns' concert in Elmsford this past March. It was wonderful! You have a lovely voice, and you play just beautifully. I am an opera singer, and have been a fan of Anthony's for 2 years. I think he has the most beautiful voice I've heard in several years. Anyway, Vince gave me one of your tapes and I play it constantly! It's exquisite! I love the way you do "The Banks of the Bann." I'm so glad to find out that you'll be at the Irish Culture Festival in June. Anthony will be there on June 9, and I'm excited to hear you again. I'll be buying the rest of your tapes!! Many thanks!
Aideen proformed at my daughters wedding 10 years ago. We would love info. on any proformences in the N.J area.
Nice website. Very complete.
very charming site, aideen. lovely stuff you're doing. best of luck to you...
kevin http://www.musicjammers.com/~kbop
You're a wonderful harpist. Enjoyed the clips on your web site and look forward to your cds.
Ms. O'Donnell,
I am waiting(patiently) for a Christmas recording from you. I hope there is one in the future. I first heard you at Woodbridge High School in December 2001. I cannot explain how moved I was, and still am, anytime I hear you sing. I brought my Mother, who is of Irish heritage, and she is now a fan. I hope to see you at St. Ann's in Keansburg on December 14th. Thank you for your wonderful gift, that you so kindly share.
Have been attending your concerts in this area for about 20 years now and never tire of the music or your beautiful presentation of it.
As I heared you today on the first night in Summit 2003, I asked myself, if you found the harp or if the harp found you. You are making wonderful music! I'm sure, when I get the chance to see you live again, I will use it!!! And thank you again for the sign in my new favourite CD. And i love your web site, it is great. It lookes good and has a lot of good stuff in it. Oh, and something else, i don't think, that your music is for older people, I'm 20 years old and I have a lot friends which would love your music, too, when they only would know about it. But be sure I will tell them aboud you! I wish you and your doghter Olivia a very happy new year with all the best wishes! (Olivia is really very quite, I'm sure some day she will be a beautiful women) With best regards, Natascha
Please send any information about scheduled appearances to [email protected]
We have enjoyed your music at various venues: Summit First Night and Morristown Unitarian Fwp!
Thanks and have a happy and healthy new year!
I was enthralled by your performance at First Night in South Orange. You may remember I was with my soon to be 6 y/o son, Colm, who wanted to see the lasso tricks. Excellence and class with the common touch. You reminded me of a day in Roscommon... lace table cloths for the noon meal after putting up the hay. I hope to be able to enjoy your gifts again, but when would I again be the only one in the audience who knows "The Wild Rover"? No,nay,never etc.
I was enthralled by your performance at First Night in South Orange. You may remember I was with my soon to be 6 y/o son, Colm, who wanted to see the lasso tricks. Excellence and class with the common touch. You reminded me of a day in Roscommon... lace table cloths for the noon meal after putting up the hay. I hope to be able to enjoy your gifts again, but when would I again be the only one in the audience who knows "The Wild Rover"? No,nay,never etc.
DearAideen,
We attended your performance at Fordham Prep on Sunday, March 2. It was great! Please perform lots more in this area.
Sincerely, Joan & Harry Bailey email: [email protected]
Absolutely Lovely!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dear Aideen,I'm Jackie.Tom Rohan's girlfriend.We saw you at the Concert in Fordhan.You are Great.It's a shame we just bought the cd "The Water is Wide",but we'll buy the other one too.You are FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!! God bless!!!!!!!!!!! Jackie
Wonderful site and wonderfully soothing music!
Her music is absolutely wonderful! - She has a clear and beautiful voice and is a superb harpist! If you miss her performance, your life is less than it could be.
YOUR MUSIC IS BEAUTIFUL I WAS THINKING OF HIRING SOMEONE TO PLAY AT THE CHURCH FOR MY WEDDING I THINK I DEFF.. WILL NOW
Aideen played at my wedding ceremony last summer. Her music brought me and my guests to tears...there wasn't a dry eye in the place. Her voice is angelic, and the harp brough a beautiful and unexpected touch to my wedding ceremony. My guests still talk about our "lovely harpist". THANKS, AIDEEN for making my special day so exqusite.
Aideen,
I saw you at Elmsford the other night. (You were on the bill with Anthony Kearns.) I thoroughly enjoyed you that night. And I appreciated your explanations of the songs you sang.
Aideen, Thanks for a delightful rendition of "the Gift of Love" and harp accompaniment at the Clarke wedding in Doolan's,Spring Lake on May 17. I had not heard the song but recognized the melody as the same as "The Water is Wide". Your singing and playing was talked about long after you had left the wedding and cocktail hour. I've since tried to look up words of The Gift of Love" on the internet but cannot find. Would greatly appreciate if you have a copy of words that can be e-mailed mailed or faxed. Will buy CD if available.
Mise le meas, Pat Halpin
Aideen, Had the pleasure of meeting you at Westchester Dinner Theatre. I am the webmaster of Anthony J Kearns Website, and have to say you are a very talented harpist and singer!
I might possibly be interested in having a harpist at my daughter's bridal shower pm Sept. 7. It is being held at IlTulipano in Cedar Grove.
Thank you.
Heard your lovely voice and beautiful harpplaying at the Irish Festival earlier thir month...ANGELIC !!!Wonder how much you charge for a concert in Central Massachusetts. Would write arts lottery grant. My favorite piece is the old turf fire...as soon as I log off this site, i'm going to try to find the lyrics...simply charming and charmingly simple.
I'm looking forward to booking you for my wedding!
HELLO AIDEEN
LOVED YOUR CD. I LISTEN TO IT OVER AND OVER AGAIN AND AM USING IT AS A FOLLOW UP TO YOUR WORKSHOP AT SOMERSET. IT WAS A PLEASURE HAVING YOU THERE. BLESSINGS UPON YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Maureena Spadaro [email protected]
I saw Aideen for the first time this evening at the Minstrel Coffeehouse in Mendham, NJ. What an INCREDIBLE performance!
Dear Aideen, Rick and I enjoyed your concert Friday evening, August 1, 2003. We have enjoyed many of your performances over the years. At the concert you mentioned that you perform at weddings. Our daughter will be married on November 1, 2003 in Tarrytown, New York. We would be interested in having you sing at the Nuptial Mass. Lara's music director is a childhood friend who is a professional organist. We look forward to hearing from you. Best wishes, Ellen O'Donnell Spingler
Hello, Aideen. I met you at the Somerset Folk Harp Festival after your performance there. My Irish friends from Dublin were also very impressed by your beautiful singing and harping. Jack McCullagh and I are DJ's for the Voice of Ireland radio show at WRSU-FM in New Brunswick, NJ. You offered to come on-air with us sometime. My next time there is August 24 from 5:30 to 7PM. It is also a great night to expand our listener base, as it will occur just as the Somerville AOH annual picnic will be ending. We could advertise your presence on the show that night, and I would expect more people than usual available and interested in listening after the picnic.
We have often enjoyed your performances, and those of Rosetta, at Resurrection Parish.
You a terrific !!!!!! Do you have a relative - an Irish singer - Daniel O'Donnell ?? Friends of ours, John & Gloria Luciano, e-mail: [email protected] - would like info on him too. If so, does he have a web site or how could they contact him ?? Please reply. My e-mail: [email protected]
I was very fortunate to hear you at Lisa Walsh's house a couple of weeks ago. Please let me know when new releases are expected. As I told you at the party, I am buying your cd's for all of my relatives for Christmas presents. They will love them as much as I do.
In fact, I will be sending you a check by next week for 8 cd's (A Touch of Ireland) and 3 cd's (The Water is Wide)
Aideen: I was fortunate to see you perform at Mercy High School in the Detroit Area on Sunday, November 23rd. Just had to write and let you know how much I enjoy your gift. I purchased the "Water is Wide" CD and my 4 year old daughter Lindsay just loves it! I rub her back and you sing her to sleep. Thank God for giving you such a wonderful gift! And by the way, does this website contain any lyrics? Looking forward to hearing from you! Sincerely,Linda
Aideen, Louise and I certainly enjoyed our visit with you on Thanksgiving and continue to enjoy your music... Looking forward to future recordings and visits!! God Bless you and thank you for sharing your gift. Sheila Wicklow P.S. Hoping to have some concert time in Beacon, NY sometime soon! Will work on it.
WE ENJOY YOUR PROGRAM WHEN YOU WERE IN DETROIT MI THIS PAST NOVEMBER, 2003
PLEASE PUT US ON YOUR MAILING LIST FOR NEW CD RELEASES.
PLEASE PUT ME ON YOUR NEW CD RELEASES MAILING LIST
Hi Aideen!
How are you? Nice website you have here! Hopefully I'll get to see you at Somerset again this summer, if you are going to be there. I enjoyed the 'singing with the harp' workshop!
Most of all, it was a pleasure to finally meet you in person!
i am so happy to have found your web site - my entire family-including my three sons-spent several St. Patrick's days enjoying your beautiful voice and music. we all look forward to attending future performances.
We are really looking forward to your performance at Resurrection Parish. All the best.
Marge & John
As a harpist and singer myself, you have inspired and motivated me. Have you ever considered coming out to California to perform?
I heard Aideen at St. Peter's Church in Morristown a while back. Her version of "Danny Boy" was outstanding -- people gave her a standing ovation. Wow!!!
We enjoyed you Concert in Morristown -- Your daughter is wonderful
You are truly the "Queen of the Harp" and we loved hearing you at the benefit concert in Springfield, PA for the Little Sisters of the Poor - Holy Family Home on April 17, 2004. We can honestly say that we have never heard such beautiful harp or voice! Keep up the great talents God has truly given you, Aideen. We love you!
Hello Aideen
Was at the concert Saturday evening. I brought a few harpists with me, sorry I did not get a chance to speak with you. Most folks were from Maryland or Delaware and had a long drive so we left after your last performance. You were wonderful, we regret you were not the entire show. Would love to have you come back to the area sometime, maybe I could arrange for you to do a day workshop down here with our local harpists. Would this interest you, maybe sometime in the fall? I could probably get our the VIllanova chapel or our Friends meeting social room. I live five minutes away from Cardinal O'Hara, its my alma mater. I first met you last year at Somerset, attended your workshop and shared your love of the harp and voice with our groups down here. There enjoyed your show. Hope to hear from you. Maureena Spadaro
Aideen, how lovely! It's been a joy to read about you I just wish I had been able to hear some of the melodies..I wish you continued success with your amazing talent!
Aideen, I heard you perform at St. Christopher's parish in Red Hook, NY. You stole the show. I have your CD,A touch of Ireland (I love WBJ's poetry). My brother-in-law has been trying to get in touch with you to see if you are available on Sunday, July,11th,2004 for a five o'clock party in Staten Island for his wife (my sister) who is retiring. We hope you are available. Margie McMahon
Ms. O'Donnell, we are interested in speaking with you to perform at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. Please contact me at 973-610-2981. The date is May 29, 2005 at the Pleasantdale Chateau
Would someone be available to contact us regarding the possibility of Aideen performing at our Fall, 2005 wedding in Washington, D.C.? Thank you!
Would someone be available to contact us regarding the possibility of Aideen performing at our Fall, 2005 wedding in Washington, D.C.? Thank you!
I would love to know if Mary has plans to do any live appearances, either in Ireland or UK in Autumn/Winter 2004?
My father and I saw you several years ago performing with Hal Roach in St. Joseph, MO. You are a wonderful artist with an incredible voice. I'd love to know if you'll be in the Milwaukee/Chicago area soon. You'd be a wonderful addition to the annual Milwaukee Irishfest line up.
When will you be in the philadelphia, pa. area. please e-mail me at [email protected]
Hello Aideen Your singing and playing on "The Water Is Wide" is just lovely Thank you
Enjoyed you last evening (12/8/04) Will be getting your CD
Your music and your web site are both beautiful.
I enjoyed your concert on the 8th very much. I will keep checking your calendar because I would love to bring my parents to a future concert.
Dear Ms. O'Donnell,
I listened to your lovely recording "A Touch of Ireland" while I was making quilts for my daughters. I am filled with deep emotion every time I hear you sing and play . A year and a half ago I began learning to play the lever harp. I am particularly attracted to the haunting traditional Irish tunes which you present so musically in your recording. I cry every time I hear "Mary of the Curling Hair ". When I play my harp and sing, I think of my father and all my Irish ancestors with whom I am connected by the power of music.
Please let me know if you ever should come to Minnesota. It would be my pleasure to attend your concert. Do you ever give master classes or seminars on singing and playing the lever harp? Are any of your arrangements or original music published and available for purchase? Thank you for sharing your talent .
Sincerely,
Anne Ewing
my first cd was a touch of Ireland. it was the most music i have ever heard. i love harp music, Aideen adds a special touch! would like to hear from you concerning future music releases
I enjoyed visiting your website, and invite you to visit ours as well, Artistopia at http://www.artistopia.com We are an artist development resource for musicians, singers, and songwriters. Keep up the good work!
great!
Aideen, We saw you perform in Madison last year and would love to see you and/hear your music again. Ed O'Donnell
Hi Aideen !! Jenna and I love your website and can't wait to see you perform in person. We also want to get your CD's !! See you when you get back from Ireland -- Happy St. Patrick's Day !! Nancy and Jenna 3.17.05
you are the business and a credit to us all with love and respect louise xxxxxx
Heard your interview on Pat Kenny Radio Show recently and enjoyed your music. Was particularly interested in your account of your treatment for epilepsy. I failed to get the details of the medical centre and specialist you consulted in New York and would be very grateful if you could let me know his contact details. All the best for your future career. Rosaleen Brennan [email protected]
Enchanting, Angelic Aideen - our dear neighbor who we miss terribly! When are you coming to California? For Miss Olivia's debut? Or will she only be appearing solo?
We so enjoyed your time with us at Anthony Kearns' performance in Westchester on Monday! You're a treasure!
HI AIDEEN, PATTY O'CONNELL FROM ST. PAUL'S...EVERYONE HAS COMMENTED HOW MUCH THEY LOVED YOUR MUSIC ON THE 1ST...NOW I WAS WONDERING IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PLAY BACKGROUND MUSIC AT OUR UPCOMING BISHOP'S APPEAL COCKTAIL PARTY JUNE 11th @ 6:30 ~ 8:30pm in OUR CHURCH BASEMENT...IF SO, WHAT WOULD YOUR FEE BE ??? I THOUGHT I'D ASK YOU FIRST BEFORE ASKING MONSGR...IT WAS SO NICE MEETING YOU & YOUR HUSBAND AND DAUGHTER...IT WAS A SPECIAL EVENING FOR ALL OF US...THANKS SO MUCH, PATTY O'CONNELL
Dear Aideen. My mother and I just saw you at the Shrine of St Joseph concert for the memory tower. You were utterly fantastic and we enjoyed the show thoroughly. It was a last minute thing for both my mother and I and we are so glad that we didn't miss out. We will be going to Ireland and Dublin to be exact in July to visit family and to have a family reunion in Williamstown CO Galway where 70 or 80 of us will be meeting up. I will be sure to take along your CD's.
I love your music! Have all your tapes/CDs and just ordered the newest one. Add me to your email list, I am already on the snail mail one. I am sorry I missed the concert in Stirling but look forward to attending others in the future.
I first saw you perform a few weeks ago at the Westchester Broadway Theatre with Anthony Kearns. What a lovely surprise you are. You are quite wonderful to listen to. I bought one of your CDs at the concert and I am now trying to locate the rest of them. I anxiously await the next time I can see you in person and enjoy listening to your music.
Aideen, How are you? I missed your concert in NJ in May, but hope to hear you again later this year. Are there any dates planned as of yet in NJ/NY for late 2005- early 2006? Do you do private concerts for a small group? I have an party planned for my Aunt who is turning 75 , and celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. If you came to Westfield, NJ, not far from Madison , where we first heard you perform, what might the cost be? Thanks. Ed O'Donnell Westfield, Nj
We thoroughly enjoy Aideen, watching her magical harp playing and listing to her lovely voice. We had the privilege of attending Aideen's performance at St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church in Princeton, New Jersey. We would love to attend other performances and will never grow weary of this fine talented woman and her magical harp.
It as though I can see faeries dancing to your music-absolutely mesmerizing!
Gorgeous site. Everything looks fine and detailed. You're a very talented site maker, too. Keep it up!
Cool site... Keep working!
HI AIDEEN I HAVE JUST HEARD YOU FOR THE FIRST TIME ON YOUR INTRO PIECE ON YOUR WEBSITE YOU HAVE A VERY BEAUTIFUL VOICE I AM FROM NORTHERN IRELAND, I THOUGHT YOU WERE RESIDENT IN IRELAND BUT I SEE BY THE SITE THAT YOU ARE IN USA AND WAS HOPING TO HEAR YOU LIVE SOMETIME, I AM NOW GOING ON SEARCH FOR YOUR CD. EVERY BLESSING FROM IRELAND.......
I learned more useful info from your site. Thanx much!
nice website... thanks for your hard work.
Your website has been very helpfull to me
Hey to all...good going.