Photo Coverage: Tenor Andy Cooney Brings American Voices to Long Island

Direct from his 2nd sold out appearance at Carnegie Hall on December 8, 2009, Andy Cooney has taken the Irish-American music scene by storm. Andy Cooney was christened by The New York Times as "Irish America's Favorite Son". With his outstanding voice and dynamic stage presence makes him a favorite with audiences as he renders songs ranging from all-time favorites like "Galway Bay" and "Danny Boy" to his hit records "The Irish Wedding Song", "Boston Rose" and "Daughter of Mine". Andy's talent and versatility provide the ability to deliver a song directly to the hearts of his listeners.

One of nine children born into a deep-rooted Irish American family from Long Island, NY, Andy Cooney has been singing Irish songs literally all his life, beginning at an early age directed by his Dublin born grandfather, Andy Feehan. As a young lad, he sang at family and church gatherings. His professional career began at the young age of 17, when he began appearing in many of the well-known Irish establishments in the New York area entertaining audiences with his piano playing and singing. In 1986, at age 19, the well-known Irish bandleader, Paddy Noonan, asked Andy to tour with his show. For the next several years Andy toured with Paddy Noonan gaining national exposure for his talent and winning a place in the hearts of all those who heard him from coast to coast. In 1994, Andy struck out on his own and hasn't looked back.

Today, Andy has gathered around him the finest group of musicians on the Irish music scene touring all over the US throughout the year. For two seasons of the year, Christmas and St. Patrick's Day, Andy adds to his troupe by inviting other talented entertainers to join him. Some of these performers include Ronan Tynan, Cherish the Ladies, George Casey, Noel V. Ginnity, Annette Griffin, Kate Purcell to name a few. These are high-energy shows that showcase the finest in Irish music, comedy and dance.

Andy's latest production, "American Voices" has been receiving high critical acclaim. It is a show that includes elements of heritage, faith, friendship and American patriotism. This show is currently touring from 2009 to 2011 in Performing Arts Centers and Concert Halls throughout the USA.

He just appeared in Oceanside, NY on August 5 at Knights of Columbus, Chapter 3481, 2985 Kenneth Place, Oceanside, NY, (516) 764 2516. Check out photos from the concert below!

Photo Credit: Genevieve Rafter Keddy

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