Celtic Wood and Wires
Celtic Wood and Wires
Celtic Wood and Wires

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Celtic Wood and Wires is a four-member band from the Williamsport area of central Pennsylvania. The band formed in early 2018 and has evolved into the band as all of our fans know it today. We play upbeat, traditional songs and tunes from Ireland, Scotland and a wee bit of Appalachian. Our music is not just for St. Patrick’s Day. Celtic Wood and Wires, along with many other bands in our genre, play year-round. We play all types of venues and events... Local pubs &
wineries, backyard parties, trad sessions, weddings, festivals, etc. We do have a number of originals of our own and are working on more. We've been playing throughout central PA from the northern to the southern borders and New York state. We have a great following and keep the crowds during our shows.
 

The members of the band are Sandi Finnerty, Shelley Whitnack, Michael J. Miller and Carl Finnerty.
A little about each member...
Sandi – vocals, fiddle, mandolin and guitar. She is a founding member of Celtic Wood and Wires in early 2018.
Shelley – vocals, fiddle, viola and ukulele.
Michael – vocals, guitar and Irish bouzouki.
Carl – vocals, bodhrán drum, vocals and handles the business affairs.


We released our first album in September 2021, "Close The Back Door", which is available on CD along with all of the major digital platforms including Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, YouTube, Pandora and approximately 11 others. Stats from our digital provider shows that we have been downloaded and streamed literally around the world! And… we have started recording our second album. Watch for details for the 2024 release!


In January of 2022, we had three songs featured over three separate weeks on Marc Gunn’s Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, which is broadcast world-wide. We are thrilled to have our current fans and new fans listening to us around the world!


On March 17th, 2022, St. Patrick’s Day, we received the Spot Award for "Best World Music" for 2021 from the Central Pennsylvania Music Awards Hall of Fame. We were honored and humbled to receive such an award, especially with all of the amazing talent here in Pennsylvania. We again received a CPMHOF nominations for "Best World Music Band/Artist" for 2022 and “Best Celtic Music” for 2023. We thank those that nominated us along with the CMPHOF for recognizing what we do! We thank our families, friends and fans! We are here today because of their support!

And should you have an inquiry about us playing for your event, please reach out to us. Our CONTACT page has a form, email address, phone number and USPS mail address. Even if you would just like to shout out a hello, it's always welcome!

Thank you to our families, friends and fans! We are here today because of your support!

Slainte!

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Latest Album

Close The Back Door

Celtic Wood and Wires

Our debut album! Released September 2021 Available on CD, Bandcamp, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, YouTube and most streaming platforms. Follow the link to purchase and/or stream! https://celticwoodandwires.bandcamp.com/album/close-the-back-door

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Shows

Find all of our scheduled events here!  Hope to see you all in person at these locations!

Previous events

This is always a fantastic event! Come out and celebrate with the Ancient Order of Hibernians Michael Collins Division 1 Cumberland Co. Tables of 8. Tickets are $40. Includes a full Irish St. Patrick’s Dinner and silent auction, Irish dancers, and Elks prices for adult beverages. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Contact Tom Zugay 717-761-2950 or tzugay1958@gmail.com. Come on out and celebrate our culture!!

St. Patrick's Day 2023 was a huge party at Bald Birds Brewing Co.: Jersey Shore! Let's make this bigger than last year! Tir Na Nog of PA Irish Dance School is joining us again this year! Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Bald Birds Brewery: Jersey Shore. We are playing on Friday, March 15th from 7 pm to 9:30 pm. Watch our page and the Bald Birds page for more info. See you there! Sláinte!

St. Patrick’s Family Day is happening again at SpringGate Vineyard on March 10th! And we are very excited to be joining them again! 2 pm - 5 pm. Hear your favorite songs & tunes along with some very new music ready for this March! Watch here and the SpringGate Vineyard page for more details as we get closer! Slaínte!

We return to Backhouse Café for their annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 8th starting at 6:30 pm. No doubt there will be Irish themed products while we keep you singing & foot stomping with the sounds of Ireland. Plan on getting there early if you would like a seat! See you there! Slaínte!

Just over 1 month away! An Irish Hooley at the Albright Center for the Arts in Sunbury PA! And it’s bigger than last year! 4pm to 5pm - Tí na nÓg of PA Irish Dance will be teaching a traditional Irish dance class! And it’s FREE! . Learn about Irish dance, costumes, traditions and a few steps. The following requires tickets ($10 adult, free for 16 and under) 5pm to 6pm - Culchie Brothers - traditional Irish music duo 6pm to 7pm - Matthew Dodd - Stories of St Patrick's day 7pm to 9pm - Celtic Wood and Wires There will be food available for purchase. Also, there will be alcoholic beverages for sale (beer, hard cider) for those with valid ID. So make your plans to start St. Patrick’s Month in Northumberland County! Slaínte!

Celtic Wood and Wires is back for another great Irish Coffee House Cabaret at the Walk In Art Center on March 1st. The band will play from 7-9 pm and serving up those great Irish tunes you know and love. Enjoy some coffee (Irish or not), snacks, desserts, and other beverages while you tap your toes and sing along to some good old -fashioned pub songs! Arrive at 6 pm to enjoy the art of Jon Bond in the WIAC's Main Gallery. Jon's rural and americana pieces will inspire you. Bring your phone and ear buds along and enjoy Jon's audio tour of his pieces. Studio Row will feature the work of Lori Quinn and the WIAC artists will be on hand to share their new works with you! Tickets for the event are $10 and includes everything but MUST BE purchased in advance. This show sells out and there will not be tickets at the door. Get yours today.

$10 tickets must be purchased in advance

St. Patrick's Month 2024!

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St. Patrick’s Month is forming up just nicely! So far, these shows are confirmed! Watch for details and more St. Patrick’s show announcements! Craic agus ceol! Slaínte!

Celtic Wood and Wires at the National Apple Harvest Festival

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National Apple Harvest Festival, 615 Narrows Rd, Biglerville, PA 17307

We are super-excited to be returning to the National Apple Harvest Festival for 2023! We'll be performing 4 sets starting at 10:30 am and the last starting at 3:00 pm. Come on out for a festival with plenty to do, great food & drink and fantastic music to hear. Hope to see you there! Craic agus ceol!

59th Annual National Apple Harvest Festival; October 7-8 & 14-15; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; General admission (12+) = $10.00; Senior admission = $9.00; Children under 12 always FREE; Two-Day Flex Admission = $17.00; TICKETS ARE VALID FOR ANY FESTIVAL DAY.

Halfway to St. Patrick's Day

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Indian Park Montoursville, Park Rd., Montoursville, PA 17754

We have our new date for Indian Park Montoursville! Friday, September 8th! And we are celebrating Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day! Come on out for your favorite songs & tunes out of the Celtic nations! We will be at main, red Pavilion #4 on John Hazel Dr. Where the Fall Festival is held! Get your Irish on! Sláinte!

CANCELED - Summer Seisiún at the Moon & Raven

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Moon & Raven Public House, 155 W. 4th Street, Williamsport, PA 17701

Update: CANCELED CANCELED Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond the control of the band and the control of the Moon & Raven, session tomorrow evening, August 23rd, has to be canceled. Future performances are on hold until we get dome "issues" worked out with the music industry. Watch the Moon & Raven page and our for updates should we be able to get this going again. Thank you to all for your understanding and support!

Our next seisiún (trad session) at the Moon & Raven Public House is happening on August 23rd starting at 6:30 pm! All musicians wanting to play music from Ireland, Scotland and other Celtic nations are welcome! Also for anyone to come and listen & enjoy! Craic agus Ceol! Slaínte!

IRISH FEST 2023

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High Burl Brewery / Rustic Ridge Winery, 2803 NY-80, Burlington Flats, NY 13315

Join us for IRISH FEST 2023 on Saturday, August 12th! We return to join our friends DOWN BY THE GLENSIDE, High Burl Brewery and Rustic Ridge Winery to play traditional Irish Music from 3 pm - 9 pm!! Cold beer, wine, cider, slushies & food trucks!!! Free admission!!! See you in Burlington Flats! Slaínte!

Celtic Wood and Wires: August - October 2023 Shows

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Here is the list of shows coming up through October 2023. Events with details wil be created and posted through this weekend. Still working on a few to be added! 😎☘️ High Burl Brewery Rustic Ridge Winery Moon & Raven Public House Indian Park Montoursville Montoursville Rec Board High Knob Inn at Covered Bridge Watson Inn National Apple Harvest Festival Music at Maple & Main / Leola Umc

William Wallace photo credit The Kilted Photographer

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