Music Network presents a new Irish traditional music collaboration featuring Séamus McGuire, Niamh Varian-Barry & Gerry O'Beirne.

8pm
Dé hAoine 4ú Feabhra
Book by phone: 026-45733
or email: [email protected]

Music Network kicks off the first of its Spring 2022 nationwide tours with a new Irish traditional music collaboration between Séamus McGuire, Niamh Varian-Barry and Gerry O’Beirne. Featuring the rich, mellow sound of two violas, this Music Network tour offers a fresh perspective on traditional music from a trio of world-class musicians. Tickets from €5-€20 are available by emailing [email protected] or phone: 026-45733.

Curiosity, virtuosity and a deep understanding of the Irish tradition are just some of the things that unite this group. Hot on the heels of his critically acclaimed An Irish Viola/Vióla Gaelach album release with Steve Cooney, Sligo fiddle player Seamus McGuire brings the warmth and richness of the viola to the fore in this collaboration. Joining him on viola is Niamh Varian-Barry, a highly accomplished singer, composer and multi-instrumentalist and one of a select few who can move between classical and folk music with ease. Completing the line-up, Gerry O’Beirne is the go-to guitarist for many musicians, and brings his glorious voice as well as his massive breadth of expertise across many genres to the trio.

Audiences can look forward to hearing captivating arrangements of songs and instrumentals as well a brand new Music Network commission. The programme will explore traditional grooves, great melody and the beautiful sonority of the viola.