In Concert: Muireann nic Amhlaoibh Trio
Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh is a multi-award winning traditional singer and musician from West Kerry. A leading exponent of the sean nós style, she engages with audiences to share her love of the tradition.
“Mysterious Perfection” — Dónal Lunny
Muireann has enjoyed a successful career with Danú, as well as performing as a solo artist. With an MA in Traditional Music Performance (U.L), Muireann was awarded “Best Folk Singer” at the RTÉ Radio Folk Awards, and amongst many other awards, was Amhránaí na Bliana at the TG4 Gradaim Ceoil. She currently presents her own music programme Folk on One on RTÉ Radio 1 (www.muireann.ie).
Joining Muireann tonight is renowned fiddler Dónal O’Connor. One of Ireland’s leading fiddlers as well as a much sought-after producer, he was described by the Irish Times as a ‘fearless musical adventurer’ and is a founder and Artistic Director of Belfast Tradfest.
Completing the trio is Gerry O’Beirne, a self-taught master of the six and twelve string, slide guitar, and ukulele. Many of his songs have been recorded by well-known artists including Mary Black and Maura O’Connell.
