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athas
Celtic / Folk / Acoustic

"bustin' out the trad ... miltown style"

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
United States

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Last Login:  7/20/2008
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   athas: General Info
Member Since5/31/2005
Band Websiteathasmusic.com
Band Membersfiddler HEATHER LEWIN-TIARKS:
fiddle/violin,
viola,
cello

amy AMY RICHTER:
bodhran,
djembe,
whistles

jeff JEFF KSIAZEK:
flute,
whistles,
guitar
Influencesliz carroll, flook, emer mayock, kevin crawford, lunasa, solas, altan, kila, afrocelt soundsystem, poor clares, danu, john skelton, craobh rua, harry bradley, marcas o'murchu, paddy carty, mike rafferty, josie mcdermott, kevin henry, jackie moran, comas, gan bua, bohola, joannie madden, john whelan, matt & shannon heaton, leo mccan, seamus begley, liz knowles, bothy band, laurence nugent, johnny b connolly, michael mcgoldrick, dervish, junior davey, different drums of ireland, david munnelly band, teada
Sounds Liketraditional irish music with a modern flair


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 11 2008 9:00P
Paddy’s Pub Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Jul 12 2008 4:00P
Steve & Katie’s Backyard Bash Mequon, Wisconsin
Jul 13 2008 12:00P
Session @ Trinity Three Irish Pubs Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Jul 13 2008 6:00P
Brocach Pub Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Jul 26 2008 2:00P
Wedding Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
Jul 27 2008 12:00P
Session @ Trinity Three Irish Pubs Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Jul 27 2008 6:00P
Brocach Pub Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Aug 3 2008 12:00P
Session @ Trinity Three Irish Pubs Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Aug 8 2008 9:00P
Ardor Pub - Venue TBA Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Aug 9 2008 11:00A
La Crosse Irish Fest -- Mainstage La Crosse
Aug 10 2008 12:30A
La Crosse Irish Fest -- Mainstage w/Glencastle Irish Dancers La Crosse
Aug 15 2008 4:00P
Milwaukee Irish Fest - Castle Garden Stage Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Aug 16 2008 5:00P
Milwaukee Irish Fest - Dance Pavilion Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Aug 17 2008 1:00P
Milwaukee Irish Fest - Dance Pavilion Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Aug 24 2008 12:00P
Session @ Trinity Three Irish Pubs Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sep 7 2008 1:00P
athas teaching workshops @ Wisc Scottish Highland Games - Waukesha Cty Expo Grounds Waukesha, Wisconsin
Sep 12 2008 9:00P
Ardor Pub - Venue TBA Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sep 19 2008 8:00P
Wedding Chicago, Illinois
Sep 20 2008 1:00P
Community Library - Salem Salem, Wisconsin

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   About athas
áthas lights the dance floor on fire with a combination of traditional and newly composed Irish dance tunes. Fierce fiddle, driving bodhrán, and funky guitar riffs come together to lift listeners' feet, drinks, and spirits.

Although approaching the tradition from various musical backgrounds, the band found each other and their voice as an ensemble while playing in Irish sessions around Milwaukee throughout 2005. Spending their time between tunes laughing and joking inspired them to make music together and their name, which is the Irish word for joy and happiness.

The band's blend of exciting music and fun-loving attitudes quickly earned the admiration of Milwaukee's Irish set and ceili dance communities, as well as audiences throughout their hometown stomping grounds. áthas has become a favorite act at Irish music's premier event, Milwaukee Irish Fest, gathering praise for the excitement of their stage shows and the energy they display playing in the dance tent.

áthas is a band firmly rooted in the traditions of Irish music, constantly seeking inspiration from the past masters and passing on their knowledge by teaching throughout Milwaukee. The band remains receptive to new influences, and continues to impress audiences with their new compositions as well as their passion, energy and love for making music.

for booking, contact: booking@athasmusic.com

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Ceann





Jul 19 2008 12:06 PM

Hello athas,

Our new album is finally out. Hit that crap up!


Irish Cultural and Heritage Center of Milwaukee





Jul 18 2008 9:34 AM

Cead Mile Failte! Thanks for adding the ICHC to your circle of friends.
Green Tea





Jul 12 2008 6:07 PM

Hey guys, how's summer treating you?
Eddie Hamilton





Jul 14 2008 6:59 PM

how's it going? love the music!
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Jul 14 2008 11:00 PM

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Jul 15 2008 1:17 AM

Hi Athas. Thak you for the add... And for your music too, witch is really great...
Franziska Seehausen





Jul 9 2008 11:07 AM

Hello,
thank you very much for the friendship!
Best musical wishes from Franziska
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Jul 8 2008 11:55 AM

Thanks for dropping by - hope you enjoy the show.


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Jul 4 2008 11:55 AM

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Jul 5 2008 12:06 PM

hey, thanks for the add! check out my blogs for the best printing prices around....i know you're gonna need some more merch :) get in touch anytime, i love comments.
take care!! kelly
anita