Margie and John Reynolds are leaders of the vibrant Irish traditional music community in Pearl River, New York, where they are indispensable teachers, performers and organizers. Their son, also a John Paul, is an up-and-coming star on both fiddle and tenor banjo. Most often heard as dance musicians, this concert will give them a welcome chance to play for a…
Uilleann piper Joey, fiddler Nathan and bouzouki player Owen constitute a Boston-based traditional music power trio. Joey, a California transplant who has taken well to New England soil, is a one of America’s top home-grown pipers. Nathan hails from Minnesota, where he soaked up traditional tunes and style from County Offaly accordion legend Paddy O’Brien. Their 2016 album Copley Street, which featured generous portions of…
Fiddle standout Patrick Ourceau - born in Paris, long resident in New York and now living in Toronto - is one of the most accomplished members of Ireland's musical foreign legion. His style is based on that of his musical heroes, old-time fiddle, flute and concertina players from Clare and east Galway. One of those heroes was the late east…