Symbio // Strung

Tuesday 29 January | Dé Máirt 29 Eanáir
An Croí, Cultúrlann Ui Chanáin
Doors/ Doirse: 19:30 | Start/ Am tosaithe: 20:00
₤10

Named in 2016 as Best New Artist of the Year at the Swedish Folk & World Music Awards, Symbio are regarded as one of the most interesting new bands from the burgeoning Swedish folk and World Music scene. Symbio’s strong stage presence plus the combination of hurdy-gurdy and accordion surprises audiences, taking them on a moving, dreamy musical journey driven by original compositions that come out of where folk, minimalistic art music and electronic dance music intersect.

Strung is a contemporary Irish music ensemble, whose members are: Maria Ryan (violin/vocals), Lucia Mac Partlin (violin), Séan Warren (cello) and Aonghus McCarthy (piano). While undergoing classical training at Cork School of Music, they maintained an interest in Irish traditional music. The dynamics of their ensemble and unique backgrounds allow them to integrate complex harmonies and innovative motifs, while staying true to the deep-rooted authenticity of traditional Irish melodies. Strung’s sound radiates with originality, yet has an understated instantly recognisable energy that instantly captivates.
“..symphonic grace and contemporary brilliance alongside a sound that can only come from a deep knowledge of the Irish tradition.” Martin Tourish