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Chicago RoversFast FactsLocation: Chicagoland BioTHE CHICAGO ROVERS were formed in early 1988 in order to consolidate their individual St. Patrick's Day engagements. Their initial outings were such a success that they kept the group going and performed at numerous clubs and private functions that year and began recording a CD that contains their blend of traditional music with a modern sensibility. MICK ARCHER is a singer/pianist/guitarist well known for his versatility and vast repertoire. He has been active in blues, jazz, rock and folk music for over twenty years, and most recently has turned his attention to Celtic music. In addition to his musical training at the American Conservatory, Archer is a published poet and holds a degree in English literature from the University of Illinois. He comes to this music by way of his appreciation of the great Irish literary tradition. He has performed in Ireland, and recently was in a James Joyce tribute at the Newberry Library. DAVE DALESSANDRO is a gifted multi-instrumentalist (mandolin,
fiddle, guitar and bass) in all styles of folk and country music. He
has performed eight consecutive years at the Florida State Folk Festival
as well as being involved with instructional workshops at other festivals
across the country. He teaches Celtic and Old Time fiddle style at Front
Porch Music in Valparaiso, Indiana and Dynamite Music in Griffin, Indiana.
Dave has performed regularly at the Abbey Pub and Irish Cultural Center
in Chicago. He is a member of the Society For The Preservation Of Old
Time Music and the Central Indiana Bluegrass Association. |
     
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