Jamie talks with Rick Kogan about In Old Chicago, the seeds of the stories,
and we hear a few of the songs from the show. Part of her Voices of Old Chicago Legacy Project.
Chicago history
She Would Sing the Kerry Dances video
Blog shares the video. Vocalist Jamie O’Reilly sings a poignant tribute to her Irish American Aunt Dorothy in this ballad by Tom Amandes. A rich vocal tradition was handed down to Jamie from Aunt “Dottie,” whose story is illustrated in this video featuring vintage photographs dating back to the mid 1800s.
In Old Chicago on WFMT Radio
Jamie O’Reilly’s In Old Chicago is featured in the WFMT Midnight Special 70th Anniversary
Jamie’s 65th Birthday Concert/Fundraiser
Jamie O’Reilly hosts a fundraiser for the Voices of Old Chicago project, in person and online, with her birthday as an excuse. Jamie, Meg and Nia sing a Mothers & Daughters concert. Raffle and more.
Jamie O’Reilly Cultural Arts Work History: Programs, Projects, Recordings (select list)
Cultural Artist Jamie O’Reilly shares a history and sample list of projects, productions and recordings over the past 30 years.
20 appearances since 2021.
From Jamie’s Archive: History & Legacy Programs
Jamie shares this archival poster from 1996, of the O’Reilly Family concert at Chicago’s landmark Cultural Center, where she was a regular performer.
Voices of Old Chicago project update
Jamie’s January update on the Voices of Old Chicago Project. Its objectives and next steps. With links to video and songs.
Jamie’s Make Our 2023 Season Sing
Cultural Arts Producer Jamie O’Reilly’s end-of-the year letter, reporting on a successful year, and seeking support for a new, ambitious multimedia project in 2023. She offers a new subscriber option for general support of this community-focused small business.
Jamie O’Reilly: The Home Edition
The Home Edition. Jamie writes of HOME, and the new concert series at Tre Kronor. With audio tracks and her connection to the parlor tradition.
SongNotes: Sanctuary City, Jamie sings Anne Hills/Al Power’s new anthem to Chicago
Jamie O’Reilly sings Anne Hills/Al Power’s new anthem “Sanctuary City,” composed for “In Old Chicago,” O’Reilly’s ode to Chicago’s rich immigrant history. John Erickson accompanies on piano.
