Performers: Réalta

Réalta, the dynamic Ulster-based Irish traditional group, return
this autumn with their eagerly anticipated third studio album, Thing
of the Earth. The band have joined forces with acclaimed Belfast
singer Myles McCormack to record a special blend of traditional
and contemporary tunes and songs, all performed with the group's
trademark passion and skill.

Formed in Belfast in 2012, Réalta quickly established themselves
as one of the most exciting acts on the Irish music scene, earning
stellar reviews for their live performances and innovative
approach to traditional melodies. Irish Music Magazine described
their debut album Open The Door for Three as: “a full bodied pipe
and whistle extravaganza” and Herald Scotland wrote: “Réalta
carry on the Bothy Band tradition of taking tunes by the scruff
of the neck and firing excitement through them like hot flames!”
Their follow-up album Clear Skies further confirmed Réalta’s
position as one of Ireland’s top traditional acts with IMM writing
“Réalta have grown bigger, bolder and braver and this is one of the
best CDs to have come out of Ireland this year!”

Réalta have toured extensively throughout Europe, UK, Asia and
North America and their innovative approach to the genre has
made them a festival favourite. Featuring Conor Lamb (uilleann
pipes/whistles), Deirdre Galway (guitar), Dermot Mulholland
(bouzouki/ double bass/banjo/vocals), Dermot Moynagh (bodhrán)
and Breton musician Loïc Bléjean (uilleann pipes/whistles), each
musician’s infectious energy, impressive musicianship and deep
love for the music is evident throughout every performance.

Admission is free and all are welcome.