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Ukraine Eastern Folk: Ukraine, info about Ukrainian folk music inside the website of the Polish magazine "Gadki z Chatki". Burdon, founded in 2002, this group based in Lviv specialized first of all on perfoming Carpathian traditional music with a strong modern influences, but the roots of their inspirations are based on folklore from the whole Europe, through Skandinavian to Balkans. Ghurt Yo-Ghurt, due to a variety of creative aspirations and musical interests, the group's genre and style spectrum is rather wide: from folk songs (melodies of Irish folk songs, as well as Balkan countries' folklore) and classical music to rock music and jazz-punk music. Halychyna, is the oldest and most famous group in Ukraine. Ita partecipants sing and dance music of different ethnographic Ukraine's regions. Haydamaky, is inspired by various ethnic kind of music from around the world, especially from different regions of Ukraine. Other influences include punk music of the late Shane McGowan and reggae of such bands like Burning Spear and Black Uhuru. Hudaki, play and sing the very genuine folkmusic from Ukrainian Carpates in a very lively and actual way. (in French, German and Ukrainan) Hurrt Mandriwnych Diakiw "Wertep", "Wertep the Group of Travelling Diaks", (diaks being psalm singers or seminarians in the Eastern Churches) perform their own electronic compositions, but also the traditional Ukrainian nativity play ("wertep"), write music for the TV and radio. (in Ukrainian) Folk Music Ensemble "Kolyada", one of the finest collections of Ukrainian artists, promoting popular Ukrainian and Russian folk songs, instrumental music, performed using traditional folk instruments which create a unique variety of sounds and styles. Mandry, tries to fill a certain niche in contemporary youth culture. They offer an exceptional combination of Ukrainian folk traditions, modern rhythms, elements of city romance and French chanson, and the traditions of reggae, blues, and rock. Mandry's repertoire is still growing, expanded not only by new songs written by the band's members, but also by popular folk songs in new interpretation. Orkiestra Janki Kozyr, it is not an ordinary band. It is an effective, mystically mysterious spectacle, good music, expressive singing and modern approach to folklore. Janka Kozyr, vocalist, sings in three languages: Ukrainian, English and German and spreads across Europe the motto of the band: "God! Love!! Ukraine!!!". Trio Ruteni, is a trio of bandurists playing instrumental music by worldwide known composers (Haendel, Pachelbel) arranged for bandura, as well as folk songs and creations of modern composers (Turovsky, Barnych, Bilash etc.). The three girls present diversiform program of traditional Ukrainian songs and Ukrainian lemkian songs arranged by modern composers for a capella performance and performing accompanied by bandura. The Ukrainians, play music which is a mix of contemporary Western and traditional Ukrainian styles, reflecting the cultural and ethnic backgrounds of our members. Ukrania, is a ladies' vocal quintet performing Ukrainian folk songs arranged by modern Ukrainian composers. Vesely Halychany, represent jokes, music and dance of the Western Ukraine. The authenticity of this group is gained by using unique and rare musical instruments. Top Ulster Acoustic Folk Music, a Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland site to welcome newcomers & latecomers to folk & Celtic music, and as a resource for folksingers and traditional acoustic instrument musicians. With DADGAD & CGCGCE alternative tuning information and ideas on the performance and home recording of folk music. Along with bouzouki, guitar, mandola and mandolin chords and tips on all aspects of "recording" your folk group/session, or solo performer.... Beoga, are a four piece traditional group from Co. Antrim. The group has developed a unique and exciting sound featuring the unusual instrumental line-up of two button accordions along with piano and bodhran. Beoga's music lies within the Irish tradition, but they are not afraid to incorporate other genres' nuances into their music. From bluesy riffs to Astor Piazzola-style jazz, to a raunchy New Orleans jamboree vibe, their music always returns to a wonderfully bouncy traditional sound. Blackthorn's success reflects their ability to adapt to the continuing changes in Irish Traditional Music and add their own special ingredient to suit whatever audience they are entertaining. Ursula Burns, after many years traveling in theatre and circus, Ursula returned to Belfast to begin exploring her musicianship on harp and piano and develop her songwriting. Her music has always been deeply carthatic and personal.This music originates from Celtic twilight territory, but the ingenious arrangements seem beamed by satellite from all corners of the globe. Fil Campbell, is accompanied by her on- and off-stage partner, percussionist Tom McFarland. With their blend of acoustic pop, jazz, folk and traditional songs, sung by a unique voice and accompanied by Latin, African and Irish percussion, they built a strong and loyal following everywhere they played. Anthony John Clarke, is a Belfast born singer-songwriter which performing career takes him to Europe and North America. He is a current favourite on the festival scene in the UK and Ireland where he captivates audiences with his unique brand of humour and song. Ray Collins, singer/songwriter/actor. His unique blend of folk and rock sounds is rooted in the 60's rock invasion and folk-club boom and lifestyle of rebellion. Craobh Rua, is a Belfast based Irish traditional music band. Craobh Rua's impeccable musicians bring their own individual experience to the group and fuse their talents to bring life to a wide array of instruments. Craobh Rua takes a refreshing, unpretentious but uncommonly skilled run at some of the greatest music in the world. Dorsa their music is rooted in the bedrock of the musical traditions of the North of Ireland. But they do not neglect excursions to exotic locations such as Leitrim, Roscommon, Clare, Kerry and other places. FOS Brothers, born and brought up in Belfast, their Irishness shines through the original songs and arrangements of Celtic roots material. Four Men and a Dog, burst on the scene at the Belfast Folk Festival in 1990, with a high-energy approach that combines furious traditional dance tunes with irreverent new music and inimitable covers: Four Men and a Dog Official Site Four Men and a Dog Page at Ceolas Cathal Hayden, is probably best known as the fiddler with folk-funk supergroup Four Men and a Dog, but before his globetrotting with them he had a career as a traditional musician up in Tyrone. Irish Brigade, from Co. Tyrone, formed after the 1981 hunger strike. They tell in song, story and poems the epic struggle for Irish independence. Haste to the Wedding, based in Co. Antrim, are a four piece folk band specialising in traditional dance music from Ireland, Scotland England and Wales. Killultagh, is a four-piece traditional music group from Co. Antrim. With a line up of uillean pipes, whistle, guitar, fiddle and bodhran, plus outstanding vocals, the band truly succeeds in harnessing the power and drive of the music of the North. The superb union of the pipes and the fiddle, married to the driving accompaniment of the guitar and bodhran and interlaced with rich vocals make a performance by Killultagh an unforgettable experience. Lyttle Family Band, are from Co. Armagh, and play a selection of contemporary and traditional Celtic music. They combine traditional music with many popular modern styles, creating their own unique style that has been heard across America and Europe. Raymond McCullough, singer/songwriter, has been writing songs since 1973. He plays guitar, mandolin and now and then, a little keyboard. He combines traditional Celtic music with contemporary songwriting while fusing musical styles from China and Israel ... a totally unique musical style. More Power to your Elbow, in 1993, just for the craic, they started a Celtic rock band and called it More More To Your Elbow. It must have been good craic too, for it quickly caught the imagination of large audiences both in Northern Ireland and further afield in Europe and America. That was then, but what about now? As original members of the band, they had largely gone our seperate ways, following a variety of much less invigorating careers. It was not until recently that they all met up again, having been coaxed out of the quiet life by people who reminded them that ten years had gone by. Nae Goat's Toe, this vibrant and eclectic group aims to take Ulster Scots folk music out beyond the Ulster Scots Community. Óige, are a four piece band from Dungiven, Co. Derry. They were founded in 1991 by the youngest member Murrough O'Kane. Óige means "youth" in Irish, as the members were in their teens at that time. Seamus O'Kane, is a bodhrán maker from Co. Derry. He has been playing since 1969 and has made recordings on LP, cassettes, CD's, videos and tv programmes. He is a member of Roguery the Irish folkband headed by Joe Diamond and Cliff McKenna. He plays in sessions a lot and has a great love of Irish and Scottish traditional singers. Real Time, Iain Anderson (fiddle) and Tom Roseburgh (keyboard) join Kenny Speirs and Judy Dinning to form a formidable new line-up of talent. They perform traditional songs and music from the Borders and Northumbria as well as some sizzling fiddle music from Iain. The Sands Family, are brothers Tommy, Ben and Colum Sands and their sister Anne who hail from County Down. For 30 years they have been bringing their unique blend of traditional and original songs to audiences around the world and in the process they have consistently brought refreshing and healing perspectives to the times they have lived through in the north of Ireland. Today The Sands Family are renowned for their own compositions as much as for their interpretation and delivery of traditional songs and tunes. Ben Sands, coming from the legendary Sands family, Ben brings a solid reputation as a "great singer of great songs" from a diversity of sources. His songs, music and stories paint pictures of an ongoing legacy inherited in those early, influential years on a small farm in Co. Down and enriched by his colourful, musical, adventure-some journeys through life. Colum Sands, a member of the internationally renowned Sands Family, Colum established his reputation as a songwriter with the release of his first solo album in 1981. His songs were soon in the repertoire of artists from Billy Connolly to Maddy Prior and June Tabor. Tommy Sands, Co. Down's singer, songwriter and social activist has achieved something akin to legendary status in his own lifetime. From the pioneering days with the highly influential Sands Family, bringing Irish Music from New York's Carnegie Hall to Moscow's Olympic Stadium, he has developed into one of the most powerful songwriters and enchanting solo performers in Ireland today. Ulster Scots eXperience, offers the best in Ulster Scots music today. The musical combination of fiddles and accordions accompanied by keyboard, drums, fifes, lambegs, bagpipes, dulcimer, banjo, tin whistle & mandolin, to name but a few, all give that "special something" to their performances. Add to that the un-rivalled vocal talents of Fiona Trotter, one of the foremost Ulster Scots and Jazz singers in the province, and you have a show beyond compare in the Ulster Scots music scene today. Ulster Scots Folk Orchestra's performances give an informative insight into the Ulster-Scots cultural heritage, but more importantly, their high energy and humour, provide great entertainment. The fiddle is the dominant instrument, but many other instruments are incorporated in their performances. There are also many songs and recitations in the broad Ulster-Scots tongue. Smaller ensembles of Ulster Scots Folk Orchestra also perform under the names of 'Wheen O Fowk' and 'Clatter O Fowk'. A new off shoot is also being developed entitled 'Rhythms of Ulster' featuring lambegs and other traditional wood or brass-shelled goat skin drums. Andy White, Belfast born Irish singer and songwriter, mix of Celtic eloquence and rock passion, gospel spirituality and political insight. Top Uruguay Grianan, play traditional Irish music. Top USA Celtic Musicians Folkjam, is about bringing musicians together to play acoustic acoustic, roots, bluegrass, and Irish music. The site makes it easy for anybody to publish information on jam sessions, festivals and acoustic music camps/workshops. Through interactive maps, calendars and upcoming event lists, folkjam.org makes it easy to find events in your local area. While the site began in the United States, folkjam.org supports searching and posting of content anywhere in the world. 3 Pints Gone, based in Wisconsin, plays Celtic traditional-style folk songs at bars, Celtic fairs and events around the United States. Their distinctive sound is full of high energy and harmony-rich arrangements. 40 Thieves, has established itself as one of the most popular bands to take the stage in Irish pubs and Irish galas in the Washington D.C./Baltimore area. Formed in 2001, 40 Thieves plays a combination of traditional and new Irish music and rock and roll. 180 and the letter G, was a Milwaukee-based celtic band, playing traditional Irish tunes, defunct as of summer 1998. Donna Adams-Profeta, has developed a vocal/instrumental repertoire comprised mostly of Scottish renaissance music for harp, with representative medieval, 18th and 19th century traditional and 'Art Fine' pieces, in addition to several original works. Aisling, covers all of the dance music of Ireland. They also present some of the most-loved songs of Ireland and a few lesser known songs as well, plus some American Traditional tunes. The combination of instruments and the variety they offer with the mix of instruments give them a unique sound compared to many Celtic bands. Keith E. Albee, located in central Suffolk County, New York, he provides bagpiping services for any occasion in the Long Island area. Heather Alexander, original and traditional music of the British Isles. Altramar, medieval music meets the Celtic music. Using one-of-a-kind replicas of medieval Celtic instruments, they present a program of tunes and songs in Old and Middle Irish, Welsh, Old French, and Hiberno-Latin. Amadan, is an Irish-Gaelic colloquialism for fool or idiot, and a Pacific Northwestern colloquialism for the Irish punk-rock institution that attacks the senses from all six sides and routinely orchestrates chaos out of throngs of expectant fans. American Wake, based in Orange County/Long Beach, the band grew up in the punk rock scene of the 80s-90s. It is this attitude that is most noticeable in the band's arrangements of traditional Irish tunes and their original material, where elements of Irish traditional tunes, punk aggression and lyrics pulled from everyday life are combined. Americay, is a Celtic band from Madison, Wisconsin, playing traditional Irish, Scottish and Cape Breton music. The Amidons, Celtic and world harmonies. Neil Anderson, is a talented and creative piper who can powerfully play everything from relatively quiet pieces to on-the-edge originals. He has both the technical skill and the musical intuition to be able to jump between genres and sounds without sounding artificial. Annwn, plays gonzo Celtic rock, a melange of Irish and British traditional music fused with jazz, funk, and rock 'n' roll. AnRil, Irish bands in Hawaii are about as common as Hawaiian bands in Ireland Anwyn & George Leverett, they have a passion for Celtic & medieval music that proclaims itself with each performance. Ancient, traditional and contemporary Celtic music comes to life with their wide variety of folk instruments. They blend a kaleidoscope of sounds and textures that makes no two songs sound the same. Arranmore, although it started out as what can be best described an Irish pub band, over the last 10 years the group has evolved into what is better described as an Americana/Folk/Celtic music-influenced act. The group is, in the truest sense of the definition, a "musical melting pot". Arcona Reel Band, is a hard hitting, raucous, witty group of Northeastern musicians who put an American spin on traditional Celtic music. The band's music has been described as honest, their style as unique, and their performance as high energy. Áthas, is a Milwaukee's Irish trad band. The musicians of Athas play various traditional and non-trad instruments and draws inspiration from a variety of sources, including Comas, Danú, Téada, Flook, Lúnasa, Liz Carroll, Jackie Moran, Emer Mayock, and Mike Rafferty. Atlantic Crossing Band, are a group of chemists, engineers, teachers, artists and writers who love traditional music. They specialize in the music of Ireland, Scotland, England, Eastern Europe and the United States. Atwater-Donelly, Rhode Island duo known for their inspired traditional Irish, Scottish, and English folk songs, Shaker hymns, and sea shanties. Avalon Rising, based in Oakland, this Celtic rock band is known for its unique sound, a blend of original rock, Celtic, and Medieval music. With a repertoire that includes both original and traditional songs and ranges in feel from driving, danceable primal beats to haunting, atmospherically lovely harp-based ballads, Avalon Rising will enchant and excite you. Avocet, consists of four talented multi-instrumentalists and ballad singers who bring you the traditional dance and vocal music of Ireland, Scotland and Central France. Whether performing on a concert stage or in a smaller grouping for a private event or farmers' market, they keep things fun and interesting for the listeners, without modernizing or watering down this fine old traditional acoustic music. Baal Tinne, is a 5 member Irish music group with Jazz and contemporary influences based in Chicago. Bad Haggis a fusion of the most cutting-edge Celtic with influences of alternative rock, African, World Beat, vocal and groove-based stylings. Always taking a different path than one might expect, Bad Haggis has created its own vocabulary and new hybrid of sound. The Bala Hounds, play a high-energy blend of bluegrass, swing, Cajun, Latin American, old-timey, Celtic, and free improvisation. "Folk Music With Teeth." Baile Daire, are a Raleigh, NC based band presenting traditional Irish music on acoustic instruments for dances, public performances, group meetings, and private engagements. Patrick Ball, Celtic (brass-strung) harper, storyteller, actor and playwright. The Baltimore Consort's arrangements of early music from England, Scotland, and France speak to the heart as well as the mind, and their love for the early music of English/Scottish heritage has led them to delve into the rich trove of traditional balladry and dance tunes preserved in the Appalachian mountains and Nova Scotia. Bangers and Mash, music for the Celticly insane. Banish Misfortune, is an eclectic group of Celtic musicians from Athens, Georgia. They play a wide range of Celtic music from slow aires to burn-the-house-down polkas that challenge listeners to stay in their seats. Banshee in the Kitchen, takes traditional Celtic tunes, finds the sweet spot between the old and the new, then stirs it all up with playfulness and an exquisite sense of musicality they term "banshee-fying". The Bards, Celtic folk music performers of Southampton, Massachusetts. Bare Knuckle Boxers, Irish Jug Band and Howling Society based in Seattle, Washington. Bare Necessities, is a Boston-based quartet known nationwide for its unique presentation of English country dance music, primarily from the 17th and 18th centuries. Barley Boys, their renowned style and professionalism is combined like no other. They bring you a timeless recipe of traditional Irish music with new arrangements that are complimented with original songs written by lead vocalist Mike Babick. Barley Thar, brings best of traditional Celtic music to north Florida and south Alabama and Georgia. Barleyjuice, is a high energy, kilt-clad band from the Philadelphia area. Alex Beaton, is the most popular and successful Scottish folksinger in North America. Bed and Breakfast, is the eclectic duo of Bill and Brenda Sutton. These friendly, charming, entertainers-for-hire specialize in Irish pub songs and unusual modern folk/acoustic music from songwriters like Christine Lavin, Jim Stafford, Steve Goodman, and Harry Chapin. The couple also performs a number of original songs. Bedlam Bards, a Celtic duo. Dan Beimborn, Irish and Celtic music on mandolin and bouzouki. Bells & Motley Consort, specializes in Medieval and Renaissance music, as well as other traditional folk and historic music. Beyond the Pale, delivers a creative and refreshing mix of original and traditional Celtic music. They currently are based just outside the city of Philadelphia. Beyond the Pale, the eclectic and diverse mix of traditional Celtic and contemporary styles and is the key of the popularity of this group Texas-based. They have developed their unique sound by blending the traditional dance tunes and folk songs of Ireland and Scotland with an array of music from America and several other places Big Blow and the Bushwackers, have been described as "the world's best plumbing band." Using a mix of traditional instruments, Australian aboriginal instruments and some fascinating ones of their own creation, they provide an exotic folk, punk, celtic sound and are great fun to watch. The Bilge Pumps, a pirate music troop from the North Texas area specializing in shows featuring sea songs, shanties, and Celtic music with a liberal dose of comedy and the occasional sword fight. Black '47, alternative music band from New York. The Blackbirds, their unique instrumentation and their innovative approach to arrangement and performance, provide an excellent vehicle for the intensity and lyricism of the traditional music from Ireland, Wales, Scotland, and Brittany. Black Irish Band, combines traditional Irish, Italian, American and nautical music, performed on authentic instruments of the 1800's, with some original compositions to create a style all their own. Blackthorn, Philadelphia's finest in Irish entertainment. Blackthorn, play the music of Ireland, from the works of songwriters of today, to traditional music centuries old. This folk ensemble from Southeast Michigan brings to life the beauty and legend of the Emerald Isle through songs of emigration, sea shanties, jigs, reels, and ancient melodies all combined with some of Ireland's best contemporary songs. Blackwater, is a five piece Celtic band that blends the traditional vocal and nstrumental music of Ireland, Scotland and other gaelic-speaking people, with original compositions and arrangements rooted in the Celtic tradition. Blackwood, is a traditional Celtic band combining fiery instrumental sets with driving vocal numbers and sensitive ballads in an exciting mix of traditional and contemporary Irish, Scottish, and Folk. Their instrumental work is driven by the powerful combination of the fiddle playing of Jerica Leathers and the flute playing of Sven Henrich accentuated by the unique flavor of Dennis Putscher's lead and rhythm guitar and the driving percussion work of bodhran great Kevin King. Blaggards, based in Houston, produce stout Irish rock fortified with country, metal, funk, ska and pop, delivered with a ferocity unchallenged by anyone else in the genre... or any genre, for that matter. Ric Blair, is a Christian, Celtic, folk rock artists. His band's unique musical style has been described as "the acoustic Beatles meets Braveheart meets Jesus". The Blarney Brothers, Texas's only "Scotch-Irish, Folk-Rock, Rhythm & Blues, Country Western, Jazz, Reggae, Heavy Metal, Fusion band with Gospel overtones." Blarney Bunch, from Buffalo, NY, play Irish music for all occasions. Bloody Irish Boys, was started as a vision by Shayne Underwood in 2003 to preserve the sound of American roots by incorporating music such as traditional Irish and Bluegrass into a more up to date rock band. Bogside Rogues, is an Irish band based in the Philadelphia area with an upbeat sound and traditional roots. Drawing from the varied experience of its members, the band performs a variety of Irish and Celtic styles ranging from ballads to rebel songs and traditional dance music to more contemporary Irish songs. The Bogside Zukes, Celtic/pub/rock music, from Peoria, Illinois. Bogtrodders, a plague upon sobriety, The Bogtrodders unite under a banner of mindless intoxication and belligerent drunken behavior. The Bogtrodders play light hearted and spirited traditional Irish music, originals, and outright covers in that style. Bohola, an Irish traditional band formed in Chicago, play a driving, muscular, and yet emotive style of Irish music with deep roots in the "pure drop" tradition, melded with the raw and gritty vernacular of the Irish-American experience. This combination provides a powerful, rich and distinctive sound that is coupled with a dynamic and energetic presence. Boiled In Lead, heavy roots. rock'n'reel. country music from many countries, punk-folk, a Minneapolis-based electric and acoustic band with an irrationally devoted fan following. Official Boiled In Lead Pages, at Omnium Recordings. Leadpages - the Leadheads Web Site Brian Bonner, celebrated Irish accordion player and singer. The BorderCollies, are Atlanta's newest contemporary Celtic band. Brace Yourself Bridget, from Cleveland, OH, BYB uses vast styles of traditional Irish music fused with rock'n'roll to form a sound that attracts all generations of people to the music. Debbie Brewin-Wilson, Celtic Harp & Song, traditional tunes from Scotland, Ireland, the Isle of Man, plus a few originals. Brigantine, is a traditional Celtic trio based in Richmond, Virginia. Brigid's Cross, take some of the finest traditional and contemporary celtic songs, mix that with just the right amount of classic "party pieces" and their high energy show is "in your face". Brobdingnagian Bards, Celtic Renaissance Bard Tales from Austin. Broceliande, plays Celtic music from the British Isles and the Medieval and Renaissance music of the European courts, castles, and countrysides: from driving, danceable Celtic beats to haunting, atmospherically lovely harp-based ballads. Broken Shillelaghs, hailing from Camden County, NJ, the Broken Shillelaghs are a 5-piece Irish musical group. Brollywacker, a Florida based group performing original and traditional music and song with a distinct British Isles style. The Browne Sisters and George Cavanaugh, popular arrangements of traditional and modern Gaelic songs, Irish and Scottish selections as well as original material. Bruno's Brawlers, are a 3-piece, upbeat, traditional Irish party band performing in the Metro Detroit area. Buddy O'Reilly Band, the Southeast's (Atlanta) Finest Traditional Celtic Band. Robin Bullock, is a multi-instrumental Celtic/American string wizard, a prolific composer, respected instructor, and virtuoso performer on 6- and 12-string guitars, cittern, mandolin, fiddle, bass guitar and piano. Robin is recognized as one of the few musicians who can so successfully blend the ancient airs and dance tunes of the Celtic lands with the roots music traditions of the "New World". Christa Burch, is a singer and bodhrán player. Her expressive voice is fresh, powerful, and instantly recognizable. In the tradition of great singers such as June Tabor, Susan McKeown, and Sandy Denny, Christa marries an extraordinary gift for storytelling to intuitive musicianship, bringing vividly to life the moods and nuances of the great songs of the Celtic tradition. Buzzworld, a Southern California's Celtic-based acoustic / eclectic band. Harnessing the power of the atom to serve the music of the Mandolin. Tommy Byrnes, is a multi-instrumentalist and composer whose muse has led him down some remarkable and varied musical paths. In his music the heart of the Celts meets the soul of Rock'n'Roll. Cady Finlayson Band, called "one of America's top Celtic fiddlers" by New Age Voice magazine, Cady Finlayson offers a spirited fiddle show with a global twist. Cady's music blends traditional Irish tunes with worldbeat rhythms and American folk, creating a signature sound that appeals to a variety of audiences. Caleigh's music ranges from original music and arrangements to well-known contemporary works of Jay Ungar and Mary Black and on through traditional reels, jigs, and ballads. Caliban, acoustic duo featuring members of Tempest past and present. Their repertoire consists of Celtic and British material, traditional American songs, and tunes from Sorbye's native Norway. Featuring tight vocal harmonies and great instrumental skills, their show has a lively feel and a contagious sense of humor. Jeff Callahan, New Jersey's Celtic/folk/gothic singer, songwriter, musician and poet. Callahan and O'Connor, since 1984, this high-energy Irish group from Akron, Ohio, has been entertaining audiences all over the Northeastern United States. Paul Callahan, Kevin O'Connor, Jim Butke, Mike O'Connor and Ritch Underwood combine great folk songs, rebel tunes, serious ballads and humorous songs with original material that is sure to delight everyone-young and old. Cape Cod Fiddlers, widely known for their energetic fiddle performances, the Cape Cod Fiddlers draw their repertoire from the Irish, Scottish, Shetland Isles, Scandinavian, Cape Breton, French Canadian, and American fiddle traditions. Providing music for concerts, festivals, dances, weddings, and parties, this fiddle group has become a tradition and an integral part of the community on Cape Cod. Shanan Capes, Irish gypsy music. Carbon Leaf, their brand of Celtic/bluegrass inspired rock featured such diverse instruments as mandolin, bodhran, banjo, bagpipes, bouzouki, and tin whistles, carrying the playful sound through the better part of five albums and a steady cult following. Liz Carroll, who made her reputation by capturing the All-Ireland Fiddle Championship in 1975, has since cemented it with an exhaustive repertoire and an exhausting tour schedule. She has always managed to balance exquisitely the contradictory pressures of Irish fiddling: the need for precise fingering and the more primal pull of roots. Daniel and Amy Carwile, perform fiddle music of the very highest standard. Both are exceptional performers and instructors and they jointly run Carwile String Studio specialising in fiddle, viola, mandolin and rhythm guitar instruction. Various styles taught: Bluegrass, Celtic, Classical, Contest-Style, Old-Time, and Swing. Castlebay, hails from Round Pond, Maine, and it composed by Julia Lane and Fred Gosbee. Castlebay's repertoire includes traditional songs and music from Scotland, Ireland and England as well as of the Maine coast. Because they are so steeped in tradition their original work often "passes" as traditional. Castle Keep, performs original arrangements of English, Irish, Scottish & Welsh traditional folk songs in a progressive style. Cat Taylor & Fiddler's Fancy, Celtic, Folk, Blues, Rock, New Age, Classical. Improvisation on all afore-mentioned styles. Causeway, is a Philadelphia-based Irish-rock band, playing a wide range of traditional and contemporary Irish music, some classic rock, simple folk and a few country favorites. Causeway Giants, are a seven piece Celtic rock band from Syracuse, NY playing music of Flogging Molly, The Dropkick Murphys, Great Big Sea, The Mahones, The Tossers, and a few originals of their own. Cavan, performs an astonishing variety of music drawn from and inspired by the ancient Celtic traditions, to which they add a little spice from the Middle East. Their concerts combine the compelling Celtic dance rhythms with songs telling stories from past and present. Since three of the members are composers, they perform an unusual number of original songs and tunes for a Celtic band. Ceann Na Caca, is an acoustic/Irish/Celtic/Folk Rock band from Pittsburgh fronted by Patrick Halloran and Marc Wisnosky. They are by all means a "real" Irish folk band who have compiled an impressive repertoire of traditional Irish music. The Ceili House Band, based in Redlands, California, play traditional Irish music - jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas... Ceili Rain, melds hard-driving rock guitar licks with traditional Celtic sounds and instruments making music that is "Celtic music for a pop/rock palate". Ceili's Muse, delivers a unique style of Celtic musical tradition with stunning, powerful vocal harmonies, creative underlying guitar work and solid, energetic arrangements which provide a wide range of moods. Celtibillies, "Hot Appalachian Celtic Fusion Dance Band". Celtic Clan, can best be described as "a band for all reasons". They blend Irish, rock'n'roll, top 40, comedy and traditional with equal fervour. Celtic Confusion, traditional Celtic music from Fairbanks, Alaska. Celtic Cross, a New York's Celtic-rock party band. Celtic Crossings, Irish traditional music for all occassions. Celtic Crossroad, brings the music of Ireland, Scotland, and England to life through tight harmonies and powerful, intricate instrumentation on guitar, fiddle, banjo, whistle, mandolin, and bodhran. Celtic Elvis, is a crazed, cutting edge, California-based folk quintet; a practicing heavy mental band. They are also a traveling musical comedy troop bursting with angst, lust, and social commentary. Celtic Heart, performs a hybrid of traditional and contemporary Irish and American folk music. The Celtic Nots, is an acoustic band playing music based on the Celtic music. They draw from different sources including British Isles, Irish, and American folk music, throw in some Middle Eastern, jazz and rock influences. Celtic Pirates, is a musical experience from Boston which play mostly traditional Irish and Scottish ballads and lively bar room songs! Celtic Spirit , specializes in the music of Ireland and Scotland. This dynamic duo creates music that ranges from exquisite songs and airs to powerfully driving dance jigs and reels. Celtic Spirit is based in Prescott, AZ. Celtic Spirit, is a band from Reading, PA, dedicated to preserving the traditional folk music of Ireland and Scotland. Celtic Spring, is an exciting and unique fiddle and dance band composed of the five Wood family children on fiddles and in dance shoes, joined by their father on the bodhran. Celtic Spring performs the best of the traditional driving dance music of the Celtic lands of Ireland and Scotland, occasionally slowing the tempo with a haunting air or lyrical waltz. Ceol Binn, plays the "sweet music" of the Celts on hammer dulcimer and other traditional instruments. And sweet it is as Marcille Wallis, on hammer dulcimer, is joined by talented musicians and dancers to present haunting melodies from Brittany and Galicia, rousing reels and jigs from Ireland, and traditional Scottish pipe tunes with a non-traditional twist. Changeling, a duo described as having "the power of ten in a package of two". They travel the country playing Irish and Scottish music for anyone who loves music, dance or just having a good time. Charm City Saints, seasoned veterans of East Coast (Baltimore, MD) punk and hardcore, play Celtic fueled Rock'n'Roll... and they do it well. Cherish The Ladies, the group initially won recognition as the first and only all-women traditional Irish band, but they soon established themselves as musicians and performers without peer and have won many thousands of listeners and fans of their music. With their unique spectacular blend of virtuosi instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing, this powerhouse group combines all the facets of Irish traditional culture and puts it forth in an immensely humorous and entertaining package. Margaret Christl, is one of the great voices in Scottish traditional music, now based in Boston. Chulrua, is a Midwest group featuring All-Ireland champions Paddy O'Brien and Michael Cooney, with Pat Egan. Their mastery of Irish music and song is unparalleled, providing a concert experience of the highest caliber. CJA, from driving Euro\pop songs, to thrilling popular Irish fiddling, CJA is a band unlike any other in the Phoenix Valley. Claddagh Ring, play and sing the traditional music of the British Isles. Aoife Clancy, brings a refreshing new voice to folk music, one that ranges from traditional Irish songs to ballads and contemporary folk. Now with seven recordings under her belt in the last decade, Aoife has clearly established herself as one of the Divas of Irish and contemporary folk music. Clannamore, is a lively duo featuring Alanna Berger and Blaise Liffick. Their repertoire draws heavily from the Celtic culture (Ireland, Scotland, and the British Isles) and traditional American music, ranging from the ancient (pre-Renaissance era) to the modern. Jigs, reels, hornpipes, and marches are combined with lyrical airs, laments, and waltzes to form a warm and lively sound. The Clare Voyants, charm the crowds with traditional Irish folk songs (occasionally not so traditional!) and ballads. Their talent and diversity will keep you coming back for more. Colcannon, a Celtic folk music band based in Denver, Colorado. Danny Ray Cole, if you're looking for an Atlanta fiddler, Atlanta guitarist, Atlanta bagpipes or the Georgia dynamic singing sensation east or west of the Mississippi for your next Atlanta event, then you've come to the right place! The Compass Rogues work in the New York area and sing and play sailor songs, chanties, and other music of America and the British Isles. Brian Conway, premier Irish American fiddler, he has won numerous All-Ireland fiddling competitions, and has been called one of the best fiddlers of his generation. From jigs to hornpipes, and highlands to slow airs, Conway preserves and passes along the best of the past while molding it with the talent and imagination of the present. Judy Cook, presents a straightforward performance of American and British ballads and songs; mostly traditional, mostly unaccompanied. Andy Cooney, is a musician, song writer, vocalist and true entertainer making his mark not only on the Irish / Irish-American front but also within the world of Country Music. Cormorant's Fancy, play music of Ireland and the British Isles, including hard-driving songs, haunting slow airs, jig & reels and are available for concerts, festivals, & pubs in the Tri-State area (PA-MD-WV). Laura Cortese, Singer, fiddler and songwriter, Laura Cortese lights up the stage with a radiating smile, dazzling musicianship and uninhibited delight. The fiery combination of her Irish and Italian heritage delivers a unique blend of passion and humor. Cortese draws on the old traditions to inspire her dynamic, contemporary folk sound. County Mayo, Pittsburgh/Cleveland area band. Plays Irish, Scottish and Australian ballads) Cowboy Celtic, are becoming well-known for the connections they are making between western (traditional cowboy) music and the music of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England. The resulting music has been called a "beautiful evocation of just how much Celtic music inspired the melodies played around the campfires in the wild, Wild West". Craic Wisely, is a group of guys living in West Michigan. They love Irish music, they love playing live, and they've been doing it for five years now. Craicmore, is a five piece band which plays traditional Celtic music. The diverse musical background of the band members enables Craicmore to contribute to the evolutionary folk process which makes traditional Celtic music a living and continuously evolving art form. Crónán, from San Francisco Bay Area, perform in a truly traditional Irish style with hauntingly beautiful melodies that weave in and out of themselves. Croppies, named to honour the "United Irishmen" of the 1798 rebellion, the Croppies are an American-Irish band based in Burlington, VT, featuring the traditional songs and tunes of Ireland, Scotland and beyond. Culann's Hounds, traditional Irish music from the streets of San Francisco. Tony Cummins, his performance is a high energy, rollicking, explosion of outrageous silliness and Irish traditionals. Tony does more drinking songs than any performer around and is always insisting someone "drink it down". Curtis & Loretta, Minneapolis folk/celtic duo, with a unique blend of original songs, traditional Celtic tunes, and American folk songs. Jennifer Cutting, happily blends careers as a bandleader, composer, instrumentalist, ethnomusicologist, and record producer. With her new live band (the Ocean Orchestra), she has pushed the boundaries of "Celtic", "Folk" and "Folk-Rock", creating arrangements with sweeping orchestral sounds, shimmering ethereal electronics, authentic traditional instruments and a hard-hitting rhythm section. The Dady Brothers, duo from Rochester, NY, playing a wide range of music styles including country, bluegrass, folk, and Irish. Dan's Free Irish Pub Tunes, folksinger's site. Free Irish mp3 music downloads, lyrics and chords, South Florida pubs, sessions and entertainers. Darby O'Gill, is a high energy rollickin' band that gets your feet tapping and your hands clapping. Dave Rowe Trio, in a time when rural music is being urbanized and urban music is being ruralized, it is refreshing to hear the simple beauty and foot-stomping joy of traditional Celtic and Canadian Maritime favorites played with such enthusiastic, twang-twisted mastery. With three men, three voices, and three instruments, the Dave Rowe Trio is making some tasty choices, serving up their own unique blend of original and traditional music. < Christopher Dean, specializes in performing and recording traditional and contemporary Scottish and Irish folk music on solo fingerstyle guitar. Chris' provocative approach to Celtic music, as well as his interesting and humorous stories, will magically transport you to the Emerald Isles of Ireland or the Lochs, Braes or Burns of Scotland. Todd Denman, uilleann piper, he has performed for the San Francisco Symphony, toured with folklorist and Irish music pioneer Mick Moloney and others, produced six critically acclaimed recordings as well as original theatrical productions, and is one of the leading names in Celtic music in America. David DiGiuseppe, is an accomplished and versatile singer, accordionist, mandolinist, and Irish cittern player. Eddie Dillon, originally from Boston, Eddie Dillon is a well known multi-instrumentalist, entertainer and song writer who has performed many years in Irish folk clubs and festivals throughout the Northeast. His main interest in music has always been songwriting and his original songs have been recently recorded by several Irish artists including Aoife Clancy, Barleycorn, Kieran McDermott and Seamus Kennedy. Distant Oaks, is a San Francisco Bay Area based ensemble, specializing in traditional Celtic and Early Music. Dockside, play mainly music comeing from Northern Ontario, Eastern Canada and the Maritime Provinces and beyond. The folk songs and fiddle tunes of this region are as rich in story and tradition as the Irish, Scottish and English, from which they came and give us an idea of how ancient songs evolve and change over the years and miles. Add a French Bourrée, a Swedish walking tune, a Cajun or American fiddle tune, a Polish polka, or a Macedonian folk tune and you have the music of Dockside. The Doll Sweating, is a rather bizarre progressive rock show which has both Celtic and Classical influences. Donegal X-Press, is an Irish-American Celtic Rock band from Baltimore, MD. Kitty Donoghoe, learned to sing by singing in school choirs, as the "girl Singer" in bands, and as a solo artist with her guitar and her own songs. Her songwriting clearly reflects both her Irish and her American roots. Her natural sense as a storyteller merges with a love of language and an ear for melodies to create songs about the aspects of life that move most of us, from everyday "to the rarer moments we encounter. Donnybrook, is an accomplished Celtic band that has been performing traditional songs and tunes in an energetic, unique style for the past fourteen years. Dossers, combine traditional Irish music with punk attitude. And do not sound like Dropkick Murphy's or Flogging Molly. Although the band enjoys both bands, the ever growing love for "Irish Punk" is producing too many "light weight wanna be's". Connie Dover, is an accomplished interpreter of the traditional music of Great Britain and Ireland. Her soaring, crystal clear voice displays a depth and breadth of range that have earned her a place among the world's best Celtic singers: Connie Dover Official Home Page Connie Dover Unofficial Page, by Remo Reggiani. Bríd Dower, was born and raised in Waterford (Ireland) where she developed her love for singing. After moving to Phoenix, Brid has performed with various groups, most notably the band Ashling. Danny Doyle, "Ireland's finest balladeer". Dropkick Murphys, formed in 1996 in Boston, MA. The band was originally just a bunch of friends looking to play music for fun and their goal is to blend the musical influences they have grown up with (Punk Rock, Irish Folk, Rock, and Hardcore) into one loud, raucus, chaotic, and often out of tune mix. Dulahan, is a Dayton, Ohio based Celtic folk band featuring strong vocal harmonies and a variety of original Celtic music. The band takes classic pub favorites, sea shanties, tender ballads, lively rebel songs and a few jigs and reels, then adds their own unique original flavor. Cahal Dunne, is a composer, pianist, comedian, story teller, and television personality native of Co. Cork. His style is rich and deep, reflecting the many strands in his distinguished career. Ed Dunne, his music a challenge to classify but a delight to experience: a unique fusion of Irish folk, jazz and ambient music that defies pidgeon-holing. Dunne grew up in Dublin and actually lives in New York. Eamonn Ryan Band, as a first generation American of Irish descent, Eamonn set out to create a complete band that could perform for all ages and cover all styles while still maintaining an Irish foundation. East of the Hebrides, based in Plymouth Meeting, it's the sound of the Celtic people. From Scotland and it's highlands and lowlands. From Ireland and it's hills and glens. It's pipes and mouth music. It's accordions and fiddles. It's harp and guitar. It's Lauder and Stewart. It's Burns and Yeats. Edsall Road, play a blend of traditional and modern Irish, Scottish and American Folk which keeps audiences all over the National Capital region banging their tables and shouting for more. Einstein's Little Homunculus, "A mixture of slightly skewed original songs and rockin' arrangements of jigs, reels, and other melodies from the British Isles and beyond". The Elders, play an eclectic mix of American and Celtic traditional music. Emerald Rose, is many things, a blend of musical style that's evolving in ways even we can't always anticipate. From Celtic tradition, to modern ballad, to folk, pop, rock & roll and even zany chicken songs...who know's what's coming next? Frank Emerson, Irish, Scottish, Canadian, American and even some UK music. He is originally from Dublin now based in the DC area. Ensemble Galilei, has melded the elegance of chamber music with the energy and excitement of traditional Celtic music. Equinox, formed as an amateur trio over a decade ago, Equinox now boasts six multi-talented musicians. Their repertoire ranges from sweet renditions of the familiar Danny Boy, Scotland the Brave, and the tunes of O'Carolan, to hard driving arrangements of Ye Jacobites and Whiskey in the Jar. Mark Evans, delights and excites with a powerful combination of traditional ballads, laments and love songs from Britain and Ireland and driving Irish dance music. An evocative tapestry, beautifully and masterfully woven. The instrumental and vocal arrangements are simply stunning, with outstanding performances by a host of virtuoso guest musicians. Exiles, play exhilarating, traditional, Irish instrumental dance music, as well as their own compositions, with vitality and spark. The Exiles music ranges from sets of high-energy jigs and reels, to delicate fingerpicking tunes, to lively traditional songs. Extra Stout, is a Toledo, Ohio, band with Irish American roots. This group explores the classic themes loved by the Irish: sailing, loving, a little rebellion, and sharing stories over a pint with friends or a drop o' the pure. The Fabulous Potato Heads Rhythm and Blues Ceili Band, approaches traditional Irish music from the perspective of a rock and roll band, incorporating influences ranging from pop to blues to zydeco. The FPHR & BCB decided to disband in 2001. Father, Son & Friends, is a traditional Scottish, Irish and American folk band. Fathom, with a unique blend of traditional Irish melody and the pure thunder of rock and roll, Fathom mixes the elements of modern rock guitar and drums with the traditional Celtic sound of mandolin and Irish Pipes for a truly unique sound. The Fenians, are an exciting Irish musical quintet, coupling unbridled energy with a unique fusion of sounds and influences - including Celtic, Bluegrass, and Eastern music. Fergie & the Bogdogs, is a Northeast Ohio's fun Irish pub band. Frank Ferrel, is considered to be one of the leading North American fiddlers performing today. Frank began his fiddling at age 8, influenced first by his parents, that originally came from the Longford area of Ireland via Maritime Canada. Frank rekindled his interest in traditional fiddling under the influence of local Irish, French-Acadian, and Canadian Maritimes fiddlers while stationed at the old Charlestown Navel Shipyard in Boston in the 1960's. Fieldstone, located in the mountains of Northcentral Pennsylvania, the trio mixes Appalachian and Celtic styles and gives them a contemporary twist. Fieldstone features the fiddle playing of Tara Sansom, Bekki Titchner on vocals, whistle and flute, and Mark Titchner on 6- and 12-string guitars and bouzouki. Fin Tan, plays traditional Irish songs, and instrumental jigs and reels. In addition to their traditional songs and fiddle tunes, they also perform some songs in Gaelic, play modern world music, and also performs a number of a cappella pieces with all five members singing. Finn MacCool, delivers Celtic based original music with an edge. They combine the magic of ancient times with the excitement of driving rock, creatively blending instruments and styles from both spheres. Finn MacCool will take you on a journey through ancient Ireland to modern America. Finvarra's Wren, is a group with a diverse musical background that gives a great traditional Celtic performance. They're versed in both Celtic music and American folk music, so they appeal to people who enjoy both of those styles. Fire in the Glen, is an exciting Celtic eclectic duo featuring Chet Williamson on guitar and vocals, and Tom Knapp on fiddle, bodhran and backing vocals. The duo serves up a rollicking selection of traditional music from Ireland, Scotland and the Canadian Maritimes, including blistering fiddle tunes, mug-thumping pub songs, soulful airs and touching ballads ... and some unusual twists as well. Flyin' Column, for a quarter of a century, this band has been a centerpiece of the Irish music scene in Central New York. The Flyin' Column has a performance style that owes much to the "Ould Guard" of Irish and American folk music. Flogging Molly, a Guinness soaked musical body blow based in California. Flying Cows of Ventry, have revitalized the traditional folk music of Ireland in the Washington area. The Cow's repertoire includes traditional jigs, reels and airs on the fiddle, a lively assortment of traditional and contemporary ballads, as well as original vocal and instrumental compositions spun tastefully from the finest of the Irish Tradition. The Flying Fish Sailors, performing original and traditional folk songs and tunes from America, England, Ireland, Scotland, the Shetland Isles, and Renaissance Europe, along with a wide repertoire of Nautical songs. FootLoose, is a high energy New England style contra dance band, with Irish, southern old time, jazz and classical music influences. Forest Green, music from Celtic Realms and Vales: reels, jigs and polkas, Gypsy serenades, wedding music, light classical music, songs of Robert Burns, Celtic hymns. Four Shillings Short, is a Palo Alto-based band that plays an eclectic version of Traditional Celtic and American Folk music. Aryeh Frankfurter, Celtic Harper and multi-instrumentalist. Brian Freeman, has been performing Celtic and original folk music for over 30 years based out of Ashland, Oregon. Brian was born with five fingers (no thumb) on his right hand, which forced him to developed and honed a unique flatpick/fingerpick guitar style leading many to remark "how does he get so much sound out of one guitar?". Frogwater, from Milwaukee, plays a particular mix of Celtic, American Old-time, bluegrass, Cajun and blues music. Full Gael, Celtic music from an Ohio trio. Full Moon Ensemble, is a cosmopolitan blend of Irish / American / Celtic influences combining to create a sound both subtle and highly imaginative. Gael Warning, ia a progressive bagpipe-jazz-aboriginal-fusion band blending Celtic, Aboriginal and Appalachian harmonies to create their own blend of music, dubbed by the gods and goddesses as Celtoid. Gaelic Storm, a five-piece Irish Band from Santa Monica who gained a reputation for playing fast-paced raditional tunes that forced their listeners out of their seats and on to the dance floor. Ian Gallagher, is a performer equally at home singing traditional Irish folk tunes and contemporary music including blues, rock, jazz, country and soul. Though his music is firmly based in Irish tradition, with his band he features a unique blend of Irish (ballads and traditional dances), sing-a-long, oldies, standards, rock'n'roll and disco. The Gallivanters, got their start on March 15, 1962 when Bill Conlan wandered into Gallivan's restaurant in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota. Their repertoire includes Irish, American-Irish, and American folk songs with a touch of country. Gan Bua, is a progressive Celtic band that plays with unmistakable energy and infectious rhythm. Although relatively new to the Chicago scene, they have already made a tremendous impact. The passion and exuberance for the music comes through with each note they play. They seamlessly blend traditional and contemporary tunes and songs into a powerful musical collage. George Martha Band, brings to you a form of Celtic Music bearing the subtle distinguishable sound markings of the Middle East fused together with the flavorful sounds of the Western World. The bands playing choice of music genre covers an eclectic array of high energy to easy listening hits of past and present, to uplifting World music and self-penned works. Gilmer & Moore, are a traditional Irish music duo, specializing in a variety of tunes and songs that extend beyond the average dose of jigs and reels commonly found within the genre. Particularly interested in dance music from the Sliabh Luachra region of Ireland, they include in their repertoire a generous helping of slides, polkas, hornpipes and slip jigs (see also Heather Gilmer and Jeff Moore). Heather Gilmer, she has a very traditional approach to the music, and plays an unusually wide variety of tunes, in particular the dance music of the Sliabh Luachra region. In addition to Irish music, she has also played (and sung) dance music from Brittany and elsewhere in France, explored Scottish music, and played early music from medieval to baroque. Gladly Playe, performs music that is centered around melodies on hammer dulcimer, violin, Irish whistles and wooden flute. Much of the repertoire has origins in the British Isles, particularly Scotland and Ireland. Gladly Playe also performs adapted classics, Shaker tunes, and new music written specifically for the hammer dulcimer in the folk genre. Julee Glaub, fell in love with Celtic music and journeyed to Ireland, where she spent almost eight years collecting and learning the ballad tradition from the source. She performs Irish song not as a native Irish singer, but rather, a Southern American with a rightful claim to interpret the music of the Celts who settled and influenced the mountains and valleys of her Southern origin. Glen Road, Mike Dugger on guitar and vocals, Turlach Boylan on flute and banjo, and Greg Brown on fiddle and concertine. Occasional guest Joe Root plays piano and button accordion. They play traditional music from Ireland and Newfoundland. Golden Bough, rooted in the traditional music of Ireland and Scotland, this trio of modern day minstrels has expanded upon these ethnic styles through the development of intriguing arrangements and original compositions. In this way, they have created a sound unique unto themselves. Goldmine Pickers, is a young, talented band that draws on and celebrates Americana music traditions, creating original acoustic newgrass music flavored with jazz, folk and Irish influences. The ensemble of dedicated musicians stands out with original music and arrangements of favorite tunes on guitar, mandolin, upright bass and a fiery fiddle. Sean Grace, his music is a blend of new age jazz and Celtic folk, brought to life with flute, tin whistle, vocals, and a wide variety of exotic instruments. Mance Grady, whether Mance is a guest artist with Irish traditional, Celtic Rock, new age, Classical, world music, you name it. Mance delivers powerhouse performances that are visually intriguing and musically inspiring. Mance's roots as a classically trained percussionist, plus his interests in blues, rock, big band, jazz, country, Latin, traditional Irish and more, are what make him the versatile and virtuostic player that he is today. Roger Graham, has been delighting audiences in the South Central US for years, with a combination of Scottish, Irish, and American folk songs. Songs of emigration, songs of the sea, and songs of longing for the home and family left behind. Green Blossom Special, is a 5-piece, high-energy Celtic show band specializing in traditional and contemporary Irish and Scottish Music and up-tempo arrangements to the delight of audiences everywhere. Greenhouse, is the longest running Celtic band in the North Bay Area of San Francisco. Drawing from the immense wealth of traditional Irish and British Isles music, Greenhouse combines those influences with contemporary and original material to create an exciting style all their own: a style that is respectful of the tradition while maintaining a decidedly non-purist approach. Green Man, is a Celtic band from Southern California combining Irish/Scottish melodies with Eastern rhythms. The result is a fresh, modern musical approach that extends beyond traditional Celtic music. Green Tea, Celtic world beat and high energy Irish dance music. Chris Grotewohl, he is primarily a bluegrass player who made occasional forays into jazz and blues, but the initial exposure to Irish music happened in the 1980's, through recordings by the Bothy Band and others. Gypsy Soul, are a Canadian/UK duo who do soulful, acoustic rock with Celtic and Americana roots. Haiku Road, is Phoenix's own, and only occasionally Celtic-influenced, acoustic, folk/alternative rock trio. Hair of the Dog, a NYC area blend of Celtic, rock, folk and bluegrass music. Halali, the founding members of Halali hail from extreme corners of the United States, but met in California at Alasdair Fraser's school for Scottish fiddling when they were teenagers. Each fiddler brings her distinct style to the band, but all are influenced by a common group of folk heroes in traditional genres such as Scottish, Irish, Quebecois, Old Time (Appalachian), Cape Breton, and Scandinavian. This produces a creative yet harmonious sound that has generated an enormously positive response. Jennifer Hamel's music also holds a close affinity to her fellow Texas songwriters, including the simple poetry of Lyle Lovett and the expressionist painter's musicality of Denice Franke. The personal qualities of her songs speak to every type of listener and the sweet blend of Celtic, country and folk music created here is fresh and invigorating. Billy Hardy, Cape Cod fiddle player in the styles of Bluegrass, Irish, Scottish, Country, Swing, Rock'n'Roll. In addition to fiddle, Billy is a performer on the banjo (tenor and 5 string), guitar, melodeon, tin whistle, electric mandolin, concertina, bones, and musical saw. Jack Hardy, has written some of the finest Celtic ballads, many of which have been mistaken for traditional songs. "What Robert Graves did for poetry, Jack Hardy does for song". Christina Harrison, is a Singer/Songwriter of Celtic (Scottish/Irish) & Childrens Folk Music. She is originally from Glasgow, Scotland and is now based in Maryland. Dave Hawkins, is an eclectic songwriter, and a crowd-pleasing entertainer when performing as a soloist or with backup musicians. He is a cross-over artist with a broad base of folk and Celtic fans, and an accomplished musician who has led bands for over 25 years, released 13 recordings, and appeared as a special guest on seven more. Tyrone Heade, is a full time Highland Bagpipe performer and the Cathedral Bagpiper for St. James Cathedral, the seat of the Archdioceses of Western Washington, and St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral in Seattle. Skip Healy, flute player and maker based in Rhode Island. Hearthstone Band, Central Ohio performers of traditional music of North America and the British Isles. Heartsounds, Celtic and American Traditional Music. The dynamic pairing of Mary Kay Mann's flutes, whistles, and vocals and Janet Witman's Celtic harp, taking the ancient music of Ireland and Scotland to a new level of musicality and fun. Matt & Shannon Heaton, blend Irish traditional music with original songs about bicycles, love, and death. Their own compositions tell timeless tales, while their renditions of centuries-old songs feel modern. They access real stories, real emotions, and each show is unique. Julie Henigan, folk singer from Missouri, playing trad material from the American, English and Irish repertoire. Henri's Notions, is a five-piece group that performs original compositions and authentic folk music from the British Isles and beyond. Highland Sun, is an independent bands in Southern California, specializing in traditional Celtic music. Highland Rovers Band, play their own brand of Irish "kick" - a mix of rock'n'roll, Southern rock, and pop. Barby Holder, born in Virginia, Barby applies her Celtic/Appalachian heritage and unique musical talents to presentations from British Isles chanteys to original songs to American folk and country interpretations. Homeland, a quartet of Central Ohio musicians, performs a unique brand of progressive rock combined with a Celtic influence. They mix the sounds and rhythms of the Anglo-Celtic music of Scotland and combine it with energetic American rock. Therese Honey, harper specialized in medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music on historical harps as well as in Celtic and other folk music of the British Isles on Neo-Celtic harp. Hooley, is a collection of Pittsburgh's finest traditional Irish musicians and dancers which performances are center around expertly-played traditional Irish instrumentals ranging from toe-tapping jigs, reels, polkas, slides and slip jigs to slow airs and stately hornpipes and marches. Interspersed throughout each concert are rousing traditional and original Irish songs, stirring recitations, intricate Turlough O'Carolan compositions, and virtuoso hard- and soft-shoe old-style Irish step dancing. Hooligans, have taken their "Irish roots-meets-American rock" music from the smokey, beer-stained local pubs in Philadelphia to the festival stages. Hooligans, Columbus, Ohio's own Irish-American band. Howl-O, Douglys and Bella breathe new life into songs from the Olde World! Instruments include guitars, mandolins and drums, with lush vocal arrangements. Douglys and Bella met at Faire, where they were both musicians, then later joined forces to create Howl-o. "We formed the name Howl-o by combining our admiration of the wolf with a lyrical technique popular in Celtic and Renaissance Music". Hughes and Reed, an acoustic duo based in Pennsylvania who play Irish music and original tunes. Instruments are acoustic and bass guitar, mandolin and 5 string banjo. Idle Road, is a North Texas-based band brought together through traditional Irish music and dance. The band's sound is a unique blend of melodies, harmonies, rhythms and taps especially suited for traditional group and solo Irish dancing. In addition to dance music, Idle Road's repertoir includes finely arranged songs and slow, melodic tunes that make this band ideal for a multitude of performance settings. Immortals Ceili Band, is a Philadelphia based Celtic band. Inchicore, wraps it's wide range of influences and abilities around a Celtic Irish center producing a very melodic and very rythmic result. Be it with Ballads, Traditional instrumentals or Rebel music, Inchicore has been delighting both Irish and American audiences from it's home base in Boston. The Indulgers, are an Irish rock band. The music is a blend of Irish folk ballads with rock overtones. Inishowen, is a folk duo/trio based the Susquehanna Vally, Pennsylvania, specializing in authentic traditional folk music, both instrumental and vocal. They perform music from a variety of folk genres, including Irish, Scottish & English traditional, French Canadian, Old Time and Bluegrass, Medieval, Renaissance, Civil War, Colonial, and music from the nautical tradition. Innisfree, for nearly a quarter of a century, Innisfree has been one of the finest Irish pub bands in Southern California. Although their roots are planted firmly in the Irish pub tradition, the band incorporates plenty of Rock, Country, Folk and American traditions into their shows. Iona, traditional Celtic material and original acoustic arrangements: the dances and the humor of the Celtic peoples from Scotland to Brittany provide Iona with an incredibly varied repertoire. Iona Abbey, go to the discovery of the deep Scottish musical tradition through exploration. with instruments other than the Highland Bagpipe. Irish Edge, plays Irish traditional and Irish-American music in the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area. Irish Hearts, is an high energy Celtic carrying on in Hawaii. Irish Lads, this Pennsylvania-based trio has earned the reputation of being energetic performers dedicated to the preservation of Irish culture and history through Ireland's folk and nationalistic music. Irish Rovers, these international ambassadors of Irish music have charmed and entertained people around the world, and continue to delight audiences with their exciting stage shows. The story of the Irish Rovers starts in Canada in 1963. After several months of engagements around Ontario, the four Rovers then headed off to "Americay"... Irish Terry Conklin, is an Irish music band based in Philadelphia. Irish Xiles, long, long, time ago, the Duffy family emigrated to America. Leaving behind their families and friends they set off from Dublin and landed in St. Louis. There they pitched their tents and began singing. They have been singing ever since, in bars and restaurants around the American Midwest. Ray plays guitar, bass and banjo. Steve playes every instrument known to mankind on his keyboard. Dec plays guitar and bouzouki. They all do a bit of singing. Irishtown Road, is a traditional Irish folk band based in the Adams-York County, PA area. Their versatile repertoire consists mostly of traditional songs in the style of the Clancy Brothers, the Bothy Band, the Chieftains and the Mollys, jigs and reels and the tunes of Turlough O'Carolan, among others, with traditionally arranged original work included. Ishka, Celtic music from the NY area. Itinerants, blend a taste of Celtic, turn-of-the-century, working-class attitude with a modern, toe-tapping energy that makes everyone feel good - a mix of equal parts Pogues and Allman Brothers, but with a ton of Asbury Park thrown in. Eileen Ivers, electrified a familiar repertory, merging the Celtic and African diasporas...she made her fiddle sound like Jimi Hendrix's guitar. Jackdaw, is a hard driving Celtic/Irish fueled rock band from South Buffalo, NY. David James, performs on the hammered dulcimer, fiddle, guitar and Irish bouzouki, concertina, bodhrán, and harmonicas. He sings and plays Irish tunes and songs, liberally laced with American old-time music and his own compositions. Jodee James, singer, songwriter, professional dreamer, lover of Welsh folk songs. Jamison, Celtic traditional and rock from North East. Jayah New York-based progressive folk/rock band with a broad spectrum of styles and influences; from Mozart to the Chieftains, combined with unforgettable melodies and creative arrangements. Jenric, Florida-based duo featuring fiddle-player extraordinaire Rick Weidley and singer/songwriter Jennifer King. They play traditional Irish/Celtic music, but they like to jazz it up a bit, and add their own arrangements from time to time. Jiggernaut, Neo-celtic groove-a-latious mondo-pop indulgence band from Houston, Texas. Jimmy Kelly Band, Denis and Jimmy Kelly hail from a long line of famous Irish musicians. After several years of playing with different bands, the brothers decided to pool their talents. Jimmy plays the guitar and is lead vocalist while Denis play drums and sings harmony. Barry Wiesenfeld plays bass and also sings, while Victor Gagnon on fiddle complete the band. Jody's Heaven, a trio based on the West Coast that plays traditional Irish Music. Johnny Jump Up, is a 5-piece Celtic rock band based in Washington D.C., performing music with traditional roots while drawing from our own distinct musical backgrounds. Celtic Gumbo is a good description for the Johnny Jump sound, as the music is a smoky hot blend of Irish trad, soul and rock, with a gentle seasoning of Scottish tunes. E.J. Jones, plays Highland bagpipes, flute, whistles, bombarde, border pipes, Irish bagpipes and Scottish smallpipes, which he manufactures himself. EJ's playing is the result of years spent in traditional study; his imagination and orchestration open up new avenues in Celtic music. EJ performs regularly with the Rogues and Jiggernaut and many other artists and groups. Terry Kane (Treasa Ní Chatháin), is an experienced performer of Irish traditional music. Treasa's specialty is sean nós singing. Also known for her Irish - American songs, Treasa performs traditional ballads in English and lively songs accompanied on guitar and mandolin. Katie Sullivan Band, when the finest, most energetic group of musicians in Chicago formed together to create the The Katie Sullivan Band, they had no idea that their talent would catapult them into national folk/rock jam band arena! The KSB is one of the most unique, groovin' Americana Jam bands this side of - well, Americana. Alan Keith, plays Western European folk (British, Irish and French) on bagpipes, diatonic accordions, and other wind instruments. James Kelly, is one of the greatest Irish traditional fiddlers alive today. He was a member of several influential Irish groups, including Patrick Street and the Planxty. Keltic Cowboys, from bagpipes to bass & guitar to fiddle, the music is a little bit country, a little bit rock-n-roll and a whole lot of Celtic! Keltic Kaleidoscope, is a folk group specializing in traditional Irish, Welsh, and Scottish Music with a special emphasis on the music of Ireland. Keltic Kudzu, is an Atlanta-based celtic fusion band performing both traditional and contemporary celtic music with a "Southern accent", all performed with beautiful harmonies, strong rhythm, and amazing guitar, fiddle and mandolin licks. Keltori, from Madison, Wisconsin, Keltori is a trio of musicians which musical inspiration and repertoire can be found primarily in the long-standing but still vital dance and vocal traditions of Ireland, Scotland, Brittany, and Galicia. The driving dance rhythms, infectious melodies, and a broad range of songs blend to create a unique atmosphere that expresses the breadth and depth of the many Celtic traditions. Seamus Kennedy, originally from Belfast, has been entertaining audiences all over the United States for the past 32 years with his Irish songs and melodies. KGB, a band who play Celtic-American music with splashes of Eastern Europe, South America, and various Western influences from Baroque to Bebop. The Killdares, an eclectic group with an original, broadened, and electrified sound of Alternative Celtic Rock for all audiences. Killigans, play roots/folk/Irish/Americana inspired music with an uptempo feel and carefree attitude. Kindred, with a rare blending of voice, cello, guitars, and percussion, Kindred draw their music from the Irish poets, pubs, and county fairs; from the Scottish Highlands, Atlantic Canada, and the Appalachian crannies of the American Southeast. Kindred Spirit, Irish traditional and American music duo. King Brothers, they've played Irish music in American bars and the most American of musics, bluegrass, in Irish pubs on both sides of the Atlantic. Pat Kirtley, is an acoustic guitarist, composer, and writer. Musical styles include traditional, country, jazz and Irish. Jeremy Kittel, this young Ann Arbor fiddler plays music with Scottish, Irish, Jazz, and American Roots. Ellery Klein, this limerick-born but New York-based fiddle star explores music from the old traditions of Cape Breton, Scotland and Sweden, to jazz and swing, and composes tunes in her own individual style. She shares her enthusiasm for her music with her audiences who enjoy her great energy and skillful, energetic yet delicate playing. Knot Fibb'n, contemporary and traditional Celtic music, including rollicking reels, danceable jigs, traditional hornpipes and airs, as well as lively songs and passionate ballads. Knotwork, performs Celtic folk music from Ireland, Scotland, England, and Brittany, as well as American and world music with ties to Celtic folk music, either musically or historically. The wide spectrum of musical styles (ranging from airs and waltzes to jigs and reels) and the variety of instrumentation (fiddle, whistles, wooden flute, mandolins, Irish bouzouki, guitars, bodhráns, bones, and vocals) make Knotwork at home performing at all venues imaginable Lalla Rookh, a Colorado-based acoustic band that starts with traditional material from across the ocean - ballads, jigs and stories of romantic adventures - then adds a fresh and vital energy to music that invites passion and celebration. Lancaster Co. Prison Band, is a Queens, New York based band reminiscent of early Pogues. They play a fast punk rock sound, but do it with trad instruments along with writing politically charged songs. Roger Landes, Missouri bouzouki player; he first heard traditional Irish music on a recording by The Chieftains, and he was struck by several similar aspects of melody and rhythm between the extant medieval works and modern traditional music. Larkin, is a six piece Irish band from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Performing a mix of traditional Irish songs (rebel, drinking and ballads) and originals. Their backgrounds are extremely diverse, including punk, classical, blues, jazz, rock, and old-time music. Grey Larsen, is a musician of many talents and accomplishments. He is well-known as one of the world's foremost players and exponents of the Irish flute The Lash, take the attitude of The Clash, the look of The Commitments, the sound of The Pogues, and mix it together with seven musicians whose musical backgrounds range from jazz to punk to folk, and you have a band that's taken a not-so-traditional approach to traditional music. Ian Lawther, plays the highland bagpipes, Northumbrian and Scottish smallpipes, uilleann and border bagpipes, English concertina, whistles and flute. He began playing as a boy and has more than thirty years playing experience, which includes film, TV and radio, as well as the orchestral pieces "Orkney Wedding with Sunrise" (Sir Peter Maxwell-Davies) and "Celtic Requiem" (John Tavener). Leahy's Luck, is a Milwaukee based Irish band playing a varied selection of popular Irish folk and contemporary Irish with some bluegrass and other surprises. Rick Lee, traditional Celtic and Appalachian songs and tunes, originals, with old-time 5-string banjo, piano, and keyboards, solo and trio performances. Lehto & Wright, have a sound that is a unique blend of traditional and modern styles. By taking cues from the Irish, English and American folk traditions and interpreting them with contemporary guitar-based arrangements, Lehto and Wright have taken fresh approach to the world of folk and folk rock. Lenahan, Celtic Rock n' rhythm & blues delivered with a fiery attack & a passionate flair. Lintie, Celtic and contempory Celtic harmonies from California. Donna Long, Irish piano. Lisdoonvarna, is a four-piece Celtic group which formed and been playing a little over a year. The group has a good mix of flute, tin whistle, mandolin, fiddle, banjo, guitar, bass and maybe accordion. They all sing and enjoy putting in a lot of vocals along with the jigs and reels. Lisa Lynne, Celtic Harpist. Mac-Talla M'or, presents the great Highland Bagpipes, piano, vocals and bodhran in a dynamic mix of traditional Celtic roots, rock and fusion. Along with traditional Irish and Scottish tunes, MacTalla's original songs, arrangements and driving rhythms create an engaging and magical blend of the past and the present. Maggie Drennon Band, with Drennon singing and playing fiddle and bass. Anders Johansson adding screaming electric guitars and Jared Pollack providing percussion, the band mix traditional themes and original pieces, to create a Celtic rock sound. Magical Strings, is a family of musicians, composers, instrument builders, ..., which music is rooted in their Celtic heritage. Yvonne Maher, singer originally from Limerick now based in New York State. Yvonne has always been a strong singer of ballads, preferring to sing accapella as she did growing up, she always includes two or three solo songs in her sets. Malarky, Patti Foley Edgar, Ted Fenstermacher, Merci Hamilton, Bill Fox, and Kirk Witmer form the core of this traditional to contemporary folk music group. With their blend of history, humor, drama and poetry, the group's well crafted arrangements of songs and tunes are sure to delight and entertain audiences of all ages. Kathryn Mannyng, singer/harpist from Cambridge, Massachusetts. Mappamundi, North Carolina based band singing and playing Scottish, English, and Irish folk music. Craig and Kara Markley, father and daughter have been performing together since Kara was old enough to hold a violin. They specialize in playing traditional Celtic, World and original music, and perform throughout Ohio and the surrounding states. Martin Marron, Irish singer based in Virginia Beach. Armed only with an acoustic guitar, a "safety blanket" book of several hundred Irish tunes and a comedic wit, has been winning fans over since 1986 Jed Marum, Texas based folk singer with Celtic roots. New and traditional melodies soar, rhythms dance and lyrics recount the tales of Celtic and American cultures, passed from hand-to-hand, carried from father to son, echoed across oceans and generations. The McCabes, are a New York based Irish band led by singer songwriter, Sean McCabe. They have quickly built up a strong local following through their Saturday night residency at the most famous Irish music bar in New York, Paddy Reillys. The McCains, are an acoustic music trio from Mississippi. Their music draws from their own Southern Celtic roots and their sets include contemporary folk, country and folk-rock, straight Gaelic traditional and Gypsy-jazz music. Lydia McCauley, sweeping across the centuries, crossing the continents, rooted in Celtic, medieval, and Appalachian traditions, this is new music that invokes a sense of the past. L. E. McCullough, innovative and seminal whistle player, based in Indiana. McDermott's Handy, traditional Irish music duo. Peter McDonald, is a popular performer in the New Jersey, Philadelphia and New York areas. His 25 years as an Irish balladeer keep him a favorite among locals who enjoy Celtic music from classic ballads to traditional folk songs to raucous bar room tunes. Oliver McElhone's wonderful voice, large repertoire of Irish ballads, pub sing-a-longs, contemporary tunes and irreverant humor make him a popular act at these eatablishments, plus his many local haunts in the Philadelphia and New Jersey areas. McHenry and Clark, is an acoustic duo based in the Philadelphia area, playing a unique selection of Irish (and non-Irish) folk, traditional, rock, and Americana tunes with their own arrangements and a little something special. McKaig Wilson Band, are a delightful combo of instruments expertly played: accordion, guitar, oboe, English horn, cittern, banjo, violin, bass, beautiful vocals. Call it Celtic Hybrid Folk, lively, luscious, joyful, heartfelt sets of originals, traditionals, jigs, reels, and mazurkas for dancing and listening! Susan McKeown, a mix of acoustic rock, celtic and jazz influences which reflect both Susan's Irish traditional background as well the urban landscape of Manhattan, where she now makes her home. The McKrells, are a fresh blend of folk, bluegrass, celtic, and world beat music, ranging from sensitive, inspiring ballads to high intensity lightning fast picking. McLauchlans, high energy Irish, Scottish and contemporary folk music with an original and exciting edge. Katie McMahon, is best known as the original voice of Riverdance. Her voice has been described by the Irish Times as "Poetry, perfection and purity." Now she lives in the USA and produces her own music with her band and troupe of Irish dancers. Zan McLeod, has 30 years of recording experience, as a musician, from traditional Irish, Scottish, Cape Breton music, to Rock, R&B, Country, and Contemporary folk. El McMeen, his repertoire comes primarily from "Celtic Music", traditional pieces originally arranged for the harp and the pipes, but he also plays "folk" music, sacred music and "popular" music. McTavish, is a Milwaukee's Irish-Rock band, known for their heady blend of original and traditional songs, performed in a rocking context. Mc Teggarts, the two great guys based Boston. The group originated as an off-shoot of The McTeggart's Irish Step-dancers, a popular group during the Irish Folk Music Renaissance in the 1960's. Meadowlark's fresh, original compositions capture influences as diverse as Celtic, African, and Mediterranean, creating a signature sound all their own. Men of Worth, in 1986, Scotsman Donnie Macdonald and Irishman James Keigher came together to perform Irish and Scottish folk music, combining traditional and contemporary styles. Together Men of Worth blend their voices with harmony and support their collection of songs with their varied selection of instruments. They have a very simple approach to their presentation, and in keeping with tradition, remain true to the music and story. The Merry Blacksmiths, are a young traditional band from Santa Paula, California, playing the folk music of Ireland. Michael Murphy & Shannon River Band, offers a heartfelt display of their Celtic roots, blended with leading-edge elements of bluegrass, rock and contemporary styles. Their training, athletic energy and years of live performance experience mix to create an inspired and up-to-the minute show that truly connects with a broad spectrum of audiences. Michael O'Brien and the Distractions, drawn from the diverse elements of the Detroit/Windsor Celtic folk scene, the Distractions bring together players from some of the most popular acts in the area. This successful fusion of talent created one of the most formidable pub bands in the area. At home in the folk traditions of Ireland, Scotland, Canada, and the USA, the Distractions bring a new and energetic outlook while staying true to the spirit of the music. Mickey Mulligan & the Travelers, Mickey Mulligan is a singer of Irish drinking and seafaring tunes and songs of rebellion, drinker of Guinness, man of questionable taste, and leader of the band, The Travelers. Mickeys, is an Akron's eclectic band blending Celtic traditionals and original tunes. Mickle-A-Do, is a group of Celtic music enthusiasts in Georgia, playing a mixture of Old and New World Celtic songs that range from hard hitting jigs and pub songs to moving ballads and instrumentals. Ed Miller, originally from Edinburgh, Scotland, his repertoire is representative of the breadth of the Scottish folk revival, including ageless ballads and the songs of Robert Burns, as well as more recent songs which are entering the folk repertoire and keeping it fresh. Bob Mills, plays mandolin, banjo, and electric guitar for contra dancing, and acoustic guitar for old-time and Irish music. Áine Minogue Irish born harpist-singer-storyteller based in New England. Robert Mitchell, is a World Class Piper of the Great Highland Pipes available for performances, weddings, celebrations, memorials, and instruction in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, Northern Virginia, and other areas. Molly's Revenge, specializes in the traditional music of Ireland, Scotland and England, with occasional side trips to other parts of Europe, plus some of their own compositions. The Mollys, an eclectic mix of original and traditional Irish, Mexican and American folk music. Montage, has been together for nearly four years. Their repertoire comprises mostly American and Celtic folk-music, but also includes other ethnic and national music. Jeff Moore, one of the most notable Irish musicians living in the Southwest, Jeff has been playing the guitar since the age of seven and has been studying and performing traditional Irish music for the past decade. Jeff has performed with many of the Southwest's foremost Celtic music ensembles and he has also accompanied international touring musicians such as Scottish singer and songwriter Ed Miller, Cape Breton fiddler Jerry Holland and most recently Dublin-born Irish accordion master James Keane. Hugh Morrison, is a Scottish button-accordion player now based in Houston. Mother Grove, is fast becoming a force on the Celtic Rock scene. Energetic and powerful with an on-stage chemistry that makes you feel right at home, Mother Grove seamlessly blends well crafted original rock songs with traditional Scottish and Irish instruments such as Highland bagpipes, pennywhistle and fiddle to create a sound defined as "Kilt Rock". Mountain Laurel Ceili Band, is a group of traditional Irish Musicians that have been delighting crowds of music lovers and drawing groups of traditional dancers together for several years. Terry Murphy, Celtic folk artist. The Muses, Tanya Brody and Matthew Gurnsey play as soloists and together as are The Muses. They play a plethora of exotic instruments ranging from bohdran & concertina to harp & hammered dulcimer, psaltery, pennywhistles and zils to name just a few. The Muses add new life to old songs as well as adding original material to the Celtic repertoire. Mythos, perform a diverse repertoire of World music, featuring the Celtic music and a collections of the traditional music of the Old World & the Ancients: Eastern and Southern Europe, Middle and Far East, Africa, and the cedar flute of the Native American. Connie's ethereal vocals and the haunting melodies of her cedar flutes, accompanied with the magical blend of Steve's inspired mandolin, captivates the audience with a lush soundscape, while transporting them to a time of long ago. Naomi's Fancy, is a six member band based out of Elkin, NC, playing hard core traditional Irish music with occasional Scottish and Brittany tunes. Napper Tandies, hail from three different areas of Maine and are continuing the great tradition of Irish Pub songs and Shanties. The music of the band is firmly routed, following in the footsteps of such great bands as The Dubliners, The Pogues, and The Clancy Brothers with Tommy Makem. Navan, is a Celtic vocal group from the American Midwest singing in the languages of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Brittany, Cornwall and the Isle of Man. NeidFyre, the woman behind NeidFyre is Mel Ginsberg-Stevens. A Long Island transplant living in Upstate New York, she is a solo artist with international flair, serenades with Scottish, Irish, English and Russian folk songs. Playing traditional tunes on the fiddle and singing with a genuine passion, she infuses vivacity and sheer joy in her love of music. Casey Neill, influenced by the rambunctiousness of traditional Irish music, in particular by the ornamental Irish sean-nos (old style) singing, his guitar accompained songs range from melodic ballads to celebrations of wildness. The Nettles, ignite audiences with fiery music that blends traditional Irish and American music with the spices of rock, jazz and blues. New Barleycorn, present their live Irish show with vitality, passion and a touch of humor, singing and playing both contemporary folk and traditional Celtic songs and music, which they have woven into their own musical tapestry of intricate rhythms and melodies. New Element, mix many styles of Irish/Celtic/Rock/Bluegrass music played with a contemporary feel. The current group has been playing in the Chicagoland area for the last seven years and is having tremendous success from their performances. New Potatoes, are solidly established as Arizona's premiere Celtic band performing the music of Ireland, Scotland and Brittany, France. A New Potatoes performance is lively, dynamic and filled with much variety including driving jigs and reels, humorous songs and heart-felt airs. Nightingale is a Vermont-based trio which music travels through Quebec, Newfoundland, Ireland, France, Scandinavia and beyond to produce a blend of Northern music that is unique and compelling. Nine Mile Burn, is a band based in Kansas City, playing traditional and original Celtic music with rock, jazz and classical infuences. Brendan Nolan, has been blessed with a rich Irish Voice and an Irish way with words. Paddy Noonan, from his early days in the great ballrooms and dance halls of New York through to his grand national tours of today, Paddy has made countless numbers of dancers take to floor, and provided a musical soundtrack to Irish American life for generations. Dermot O'Brien, great entertainer and accordion player from Co. Louthsinger. Odd Enough, is Detroit's most unusual Irish Band. They play a wide variety of Irish and Celtic songs ranging from rollicking pub favorites, and ballads to wild and crazy Celtic rock. O'Carroll's Gate, offers high energy, Celtic Rock which combines Irish standards, fiddle tunes, and original material written by lead singer Brian O'Carrol. Mark O'Connor, is a violinist/composer/fiddler widely recognized as one of the most gifted contemporary composers in America and surely one of the brightest talents of his generation. Cahir O'Doherty, has played with some of the top names in the music scene and that was in his home land of Ireland. He started out as a rock and blues singer, but he now sings Bawdy Irish Drinking songs, love songs from the hills of Ireland, songs of the pathos and rebellions. Gearoid O hAllmhurain, is an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, performer and music instructor, member of many bands and with several All-Ireland competitive titles on the concertina and uilleann pipes. Ian O'Donnell, is a singer and musician in the tradition of the Bards. He performs traditional Irish/Celtic folk music as well as original music in a similar vein. Brendan O'Loughlin, is an Irish born singer/songwriter that created a "facinating variant on Irish / American hybrid music". O'Malley's March, a funky Celtic band out of Baltimore. Jerry O'Sullivan, is an exponent and instructor of the Irish Uillean pipes, a versatile and complex bagpipe capaple of great expression in a variety of musical genres: Celtic Folk, Baroque, American old-time, Blues, jazz, rock, etc. Eamon O'Tuama, New York based Irish singer-songwrite that combine the influences of Irish and American Folk with a contemporary Rock sound. Ockham's Razor, is a folk rock, Celtic influenced, progressive quartet based out of Seattle. Their is kind of a Gaelic-Celtic flavor with an interesting pop sensibility. They mix traditional Celtic music with their own brand of exhuberance and bring a fresh sound to the old songs. Off Kilter, is a high-energy progressice Celtic music band from Orlando. The band offers a grab bag of familiar r'n'r tunes, Celtic instrumentation, and a wacky Canada-centric sense of humour. On The Mark, is a Pittsburgh-area folk music group who perform everything from medieval dances to modern folk music to "filk" (music with a science-fiction theme). One Road, is a traditional band that plays anything from haunting Irish ballads to foot stomping jigs, reels, and hornpipes. Paddy's Pig, play mostly traditional Irish songs of drinking, relationships and war, along with some Irish jigs, reels, hornpipes and airs. It's all done with an offbeat approach, a little bit of humor and a lot of fun and energy. Pat Ryan's Celtic Junket, weaving traditional and contemporary Celtic music, Pat's San Francisco Bay Area trio takes you on a musical journey into the amazing sounds of Celtic melody. Peace & Love & Jigs & Reels, rapturous Celtic music on Irish flute, whistles, guitar, percussion and vocals. The stories, humor and interaction between the two and with the audience create a vibrant experience that goes beyond performance. Al Petteway, Celtic guitarist, playing traditional-inspired original compositions and unique arrangements of traditional music from the British Isles. Ed Phillips, Irish tunes, pub songs, and sea shanties. Pig's Eye Landing, is a Saint Paul based contra, square and swing dance band. They play an eclectic blend of Irish, old-timey, and the occasional rock and roll tune. William Pint & Felicia Dale, sing songs of the sea with a contemporary approach. Polar Drive, from Alaska, plays a variety of folk music based in the Celtic and American Fiddle Tune traditions, including Irish and Scots fiddle and dance tunes. The Polymorphous String Band, plays a variety of traditional and contemporary New England, Southern, Old Time, Cape Breton, French Canadian, and Celtic music. Pooka, is an Irish musical group. More than that, it embodies the "green fire and ice" of Irish folklore, music, song and dance. Poor Man's Fortune, plays traditional music. At the core of the band is a profound love and understanding of traditional Celtic music, and seven decades of combined experience performing it. Poor Man's Fortune plays modern music... No fairy tales, just fiery tunes that happen to be a century or so older than your average hip-hop jam, arranged for modern ears and played on traditional instruments with verve and exuberance. Port Righ, this duo is a unique instrumental pairing rarely seen in Celtic music, with Jo Morrison on harp and Wayne Morrison on the shuttle pipe. Specializing in traditional Scottish music, from lively marches to wistful and expressive airs, they broaden their repertoire with traditional Irish music, vocal pieces, and their own original works. Kate Price, her music is most often associated with the music of Loreena McKennitt, in that her music blends cross-cultural influences and instrumentation with a lyrical female voice strong composition and dynamic performance quality. The Prodigals feature a driving, high-energy take on Irish music, fusing strong traditional elements with a rock energy. Prydein, from the ashes of Whisky Before Breakfast comes a new contender to the Celtic Rock idiom. Pubcrawlers, are a celtic punk band hailing from Portland, Maine and Dover, New Hampshire. With strong collective influences ranging from traditional celtic music to street punk, oi!, hardcore and even a little metal, they have created a sound that's all their own. Pub Domain, from the Chicago area is a 5-piece Ameri-Celt Trad-Rock band. The Pub Scouts, play traditional Irish music and much, much more including Scottish, French, French-Canadian, Russian and other ethnic dance tunes from around the world. Public House Ceili Band, plays straight-ahead traditional Irish dance music. Their extensive repertoire and mastery of style and technique generate a high-energy rhythm that elevates ceili dances and set dances to a genuine experience of craic. Puck Faire, plays a lively mix of traditional Celtic music. The band's high energy and endless capacity for up-tempo music has made them a party favorite. Danny Quinn, has been performing Irish-American folk and children's music in the northeastern United States for over 20 years. Jonathan Ramsey's singing and playing bring the sounds and stories of Ireland and Scotland to life. His high-energy vocals, guitar, and personality appeals to seasoned Celtic music lovers as well as those unfamiliar with Irish music. This hard-working singer and guitarist is continually adding new songs to his repertoire of traditional and modern Irish and Scottish music. Thanks to his broad song list and adaptive style, Jonathan is at home playing a wide variety of venues. Rathkeltair, acoustically-based, original material combined with fresh, innovative arrangements of traditional Celtic music are what set this exceptional group of multi-instrumentalists apart from the rest of the crowd. Joe Reavy, starting from typical Irish traditional music, his music includes a number of Irish poems set to music, as well as some unusual arrangements and instruments on the instrumental tracks. Red Hand Paddy, is a Pittsburgh's Celtic Rock band. Bob Reeder, a Kansas City- based American Celtic musician, performer, entertainer, singer-songwriter. Michi Regier, plays violin or fiddle... depending on what she's wearing. She has been performing fiddle music at folk and renaissance festivals since 1990. In 1997-2021 she co-founded a Celtic band, The Bringers, that has enjoyed success in Arizona and Colorado. Harvey Reid, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, a master of many instruments and styles of acoustic music, from hip folk to country, slashing slide guitar blues to bluegrass, old-time, Celtic, ragtime and classical. Reilly, Irish rock from Milwaukee. Reilly is a high energy Celtic Rock band featuring accordion, banjo and mandolin fused with hard driving rhythms banging out on the drums, bass and electric guitar. Deirdre Reilly, Irish/Country ... Nashville's newest star. Mike Richardson, a proponent of no-fault folk-dancing, he calls contras, squares, Irish set dances, French and English country dance, Australian bush dancing and Morris dancing. Laurie Riley, plays traditional, ethnic, and contemporary selections from around the world, as well as compositions of her own, on three types of harps: the Celtic harp, the rare double-strung harp, and the historical wire-strung harp. Roaring Jelly, is a Boston area contra dance band that has been playing together (in one incarnation or another) for 27 years. Roger Drawdy and The Firestarters, play Irish music with an eye towards American rock. Their driving blend of traditional, modern and original Irish music will get you moving to their rich and rhythmic original style. The Rogues, a lively pipe and drum band from Houston, Texas. Rogues March, New York-based 5-piece band that combines Country, Cabaret Punk and Celtic music. Rolling Scones, Oliver Browne, Carla Dundes and Kathy Fallon have been playing together informally at ceilis and sessions in Pittsburgh for the past years, and enjoyed it so much they decided to form The Rolling Scones, a traditional Irish music band. Anne Roos, the dynamics and exquisite beauty of the Celtic Harp is unsurpassable. When played by Anne Roos the experience is delightful. Together they lend a charming, elegant touch to any event. Rose & Thistle, are a great pub band who gets the audience involved in the music with a mixture of traditional Irish songs, originals and covers from other Irish bands that all generations of people can tap their toes to. Ceol caint ajus craic! Rossnareen, is devoted to both traditional and contemporary Irish Music. The Baltimore based band performs live shows throughout the Mid-Atlantic at pubs, festivals, and special events. Round the House , performs a versatile and energetic mix of traditional music for Irish ceili and set dances and New England style contradances but also for waltzes, polkas and Scandinavian couple. Rowan, are a Celtic folk band from Lawrence, Kansas. They play Celtic and World music, from Transylvania to Sweden to Galicia to Ireland and Scotland, they love the music of their ancestors. And they have some original material as well. The Ruffians, are a hot original Celtic pub band causing a stir in the tri-state area. Rising from the New York Irish scene, they incorporate the heart and soul of Celtic music with the exuberance of American and British punk rock. Their original songs and inventive interpretations of traditional Irish dance music make them one of the most exciting bands out today. Cathy Ryan, Irish American singer-songwriter and former member of Cherish the Ladies, is blessed with a soprano voice that's both lovely and affecting. Ryan's heartfelt songwriting and firm grasp of traditional Celtic music also distinguish her releases. Saint Bushmills Choir, is a 7-piece drunken Irish band from Capitol Hill in Seattle. Pete St. John, the critical and commercial success accompained him throughout his career. Pete's songs are now a quintessential part of the repertoires of most of Ireland's leading singers and musicians. Salmon's Leap, is Celia (vocals, guitar, tin whistle) and Marc (bouzouki, bodhran, low whistle). Celia is a well known traditional Irish sean-nos singer and has won all major awards in Ireland. Marc was born in Chicago to Irish parents. He has played in many groups since the age of 15. Marc has toured across the United States and abroad, but after meeting his most talented Celia, he settled in his home town of Chicago. Saoirse, Albuquerque's finest "Celtic-Eclectic" band, plays a mix of traditional and new Scottish, Irish, and progressive music. Taom MacDougall and Io Malarkey's complimentary vocals, along with a richly layered mix of flutes, fiddles, guitars, and bodhrans, make Saoirse an enjoyable listening experience, and a great introduction the power and beauty of the Celtic musical tradition. Lissa Schneckenburger , is a New England fiddler and folk singer. While embracing a diverse pallet of musical influences, she still stays true to her New England roots. Scones, modern classic pop plus Celtic Rock and music from British Isles. Scrod Pudding, is a group of Maine musicians who play original and traditional dance music of New England, French Canada, and southern Appalachia. Scythian, is a young Celtic band of four young men in their 20's based out of the D.C./Metro area. They are a charismatic group of friends whose music ranges from traditional folk to high energy Celtic, with strains of gypsy and Klezmer in between, and they are quickly becoming known for their intense, high-energy shows and dynamic crowd interaction. Seamus Stout, is an upbeat, traditional Celtic band located in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. They play fast jigs/reels as well as your standard pub singalong songs. Their goal is to connect with the audiences. When they hit the stage, they're playing for them, and that shows in the great responses they've received from crowds of all ages. Seanache, Gerry Dixon, from Co. Clare, and Joe Ernst, a native of western New York, form this traditional Celtic duo. Seanchai and The Unity Squad, Celtic hip-hop from New York. Sean Fleming Band, have a loyal following around the USA. In a single set, he runs the gamut from sing-along, pop rock, Broadway, Irish traditional, U2, Hothouse Flowers, Sawdoctors, Proclaimers, Elvis etc.. and current pop chart covers. Richard Searles, instrumental Celtic, Renaissance and World Music. Seelie Court, play Irish, Scottish and English traditional tunes, a few Irish, Scottish and English tunes that are not so traditional, songs from the Renaissance and Middle ages, shanty tunes from the great age of sail, shanty tunes from the not so great age of sail, American folk tunes from the last few centuries, ballads, drinking songs, dancin' tunes and a few originals just to mix it up a bit. Seven Nations, Rock 'n Reel meets the Scottish-American sub-culture. The band's fresh, energetic approach to traditional music as well as a strong body of original material have made them a favorite of all age groups. Sex Clark Five, Celtic power pop band. Shanveen, is an Irish American family band from Atlanta. Sheefra, duo based in Burlington, Vermont, playing from the Irish and Scottish repertoire of "ear music". Shenanigans, play a blend of traditional Celtic songs and modern arrangements and harmonies. J.J. Sheridan, is an Atlanta-based acclaimed Irish concert pianist. Graduate of the Royal Irish Academy of Music, he tours the USA and Europe with his one man show "The Art of Turlough O'Carolan". John Sherman, traditional Scottish/Irish music from Columbus, Ohio. Shilelagh Law, embodies all that is New York Irish Music: old songs, new songs, jigs, reels, dancing, weeping, lots of laughter, plenty of drinks, and the inevitable visit to the local diner at 5 a.m. By interpreting traditional Irish Music through the filter of the urban experience, Shilelagh Law helps to define the Irish-American experience that is such a big part of New York town. Shirae, sing contemporary and traditional songs rich with the images of Ireland's people, history and culture. A typical Shirae performance will include not only songs from the Sean Nos and recent Irish tradition but original songs and some of America's most well known songwriters. Silver Arm, combines a traditional interpretation of Irish, Scottish, Renaissance, European and American music with intensity, a strong rhythmic sense and a contemporary touch. Silverhand's Celtic music is a unique, high-energy, Celtic Folk-Rock experience encompassing traditional Irish and Scottish tunes and stellar original songs. Siúcra, is a sweetly polished, razor-sharp Irish band, offering a mix of traditional and original music. Formed in 1998, Siúcra has developed a thick, sassy sound that incorporates a powerful mix of instrumentals and vocals, traditional and original music. Six Mile Bridge, performs a variety of Celtic folk songs and tunes, including Scottish border ballads, laments in Irish Gaelic, historical studies of the Irish diaspora and the life of the exile, danceable medleys of jigs and reels, and even the odd silly sing-along. Skean Dubh, is a Denver, Colorado-based music group, focusing on the Celtic tradition, with all of it's rich history of jigs and reels and centuries-old vocal music. They put their stamp on it by using modern instrumentation and arrangements, producing a very appealing and accessible sound that aficionados of both traditional and new Celtic music can relate to. Gerard Smith, the combination of various influences (including The Beatles, The Clancy Brothers, Planxty, Christy Moore, Blue Oyster Cult and Cabaret Voltaire) and experience is what fuels the eclecticism that infuses the work of Gerard Smith. This variety, along with a propensity to experiment with combinations of styles, is the key to Gerard's music. Kevin Smith, he is one of the most popular singers of traditional and contemporary Irish music in the New York area. His song list reflects his Irish Republican mentality. Smithfield Fair, is a fusion of traditional Scottish music with the group's backgrounds in American pop, folk, rock, and classical styles. Sneddon & Sneddon, serving the New York metro area, Westchester County and the lower Hudson River Valley, Margaret Sneddon plays Celtic and classical harp. William Sneddon plays flutes, whistles, oboe, clarinet, English horn and Saxophone. Much in demand for weddings and special events, they play traditional music of Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales, early music, classical music, and popular standards. The Snug, is a Madison, Wisconsin, trio which performs traditional Irish dance music and airs on authentic acoustic instruments. Whether as feature concert artists or as musicians for private occasions, they concentrate on both the hauntingly beautiful airs from the vocal tradition and the infectious, driving dance tunes from the traditional music sessions where the The Snug was formed. The Sods, are a six piece Celtic-punk band from Fort Wayne, Indiana. Solas, considered a "supergroup" composed of solo artists who have mastered their instruments of choice, the group has existed for more than three years, and it does not seem like the light is getting dimmer- only brighter. Sons of the Gaels, are a Western New York based Celtic band. The Sons of the Gaels are an extremely versatile group. They are equally adept singing the traditional ballads of the Clancys and the pub favorites and rebel tunes, as well as a large assortment of traditional dances and standard Irish-American tunes. However the Sons of the Gaels also plays the newer Celtic music of Great Big Sea, Gaelic Storm and more. So's Your Mom, their performances incorporate their roots in traditional and modern Irish music and song, the folk-rock scene of the '60's & '70's, American traditional and urban folk and British Isles traditional and modern music, all leavened with the songwriting skills of Brian Donnelly and Jack Bartley. South Wind, presents a variety of traditional and contemporary folk, including Appalachian and Celtic music, and original compositions. Spookytree, based in a small forested island in the Pacific Northwest this harp duo, Debra Knodel and Jane Valencia, is known for their imaginative and contemporary arrangements of ancient Celtic melodies and their own evocative original compositions. The Sprigs, Chicago-based, internationally acclaimed... World class traditional Irish Music with deep American roots. Standing Stones, perform traditional music and song from Scotland, Ireland, Canada and Australia, and a certain amount of early music and music from the other Celtic lands. Stark Raven, traditional, contemporary, and original music from the Celtic lands: Stark Raven #1 Stark Raven #2 Bob Stein, plays for contra dancing, square dancing, English country dancing, and other forms of traditional folk dance. Step in Time, got their name from Marcia and Monte's delight in performing music of all styles from all ages, Medieval to contemporary. While embracing all styles of musical genres, SIT's main focus and first love is Celtic music - music of Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales. Stephen's Green, Martin Doyle and Andy O'Driscoll, both natives of Dublin, by chance combined their outstanding musical talents several years ago. As a duo they provide an outstanding array of haunting ballads, rollicking jigs and reels and hand-clapping sing along favorites, as well as first-rate original compositions. Stinkeye, plays and sings music from famous beer-brewing countries of the world, as well as music from other countries, such as Canada, Finland and the USA. Of course this includes lots of energetic Irish music. Stonecircle, in addition to performing its own arrangements of traditional tunes from England, Scotland, Ireland, and Brittany, Stonecircle also writes its own instrumental and vocal tunes. Stonecross, with a solid duo being the core (Brooklyn native Susan O'Rourke and acoustic master from Michigan Ziggie Zeitler) they perform traditional and original Irish music. StoneRing, Irish and Scots traditional music from a Wisconsin based band. Stone Soup Irish traditional / Celtic rock from New Jersey. Stoutmen, are an Irish folk quartet in the Binghamton area of upstate NY. Their strong, straightforward singing of traditional songs in the style of the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem, Dubliners, and Wolfe Tones is a great fit for any occasion. With a great mix of powerful rebel songs, jovial drinking songs, toe-tapping reels and beautiful Irish ballads, The Stoutmen portray Ireland's past and present in vocal harmony and colorful arrangements. The Suffering Gaels, plays a spirited mix of dance music and instrumentals interspersed with contemporary and traditional songs. Mairéid Sullivan, her work has been dedicated to researching and interpreting the gifts of Celtic culture, to blending the evocative feeling and beauty of ancient Celtic melodies with new expressions of poetry and music. Sullivans Jack, from a fusion of Celtic wonder and hard driving rock, comes a sound so unique in can only be described by a single made up word: "Enermagestictional". Superkeltic, Los Angeles area Celtic rock band. The Sweet Colleens, is a four-piece Celtic Roots band based in Minneapolis. Plays traditional and contemporary Irish songs, as well as original foot-stomping Celtic-style songs and a handful of traditional Canadian maritime songs, jigs, and reels. Switchback, may show their Celtic souls with the best of 'em, yet they've gone a note further than many of their contemporaries, taking the dirt-driven tenacity of their potato-planting ancestors and gnawing out serious American roots. Tara's Thistle, traditional and contemporary music from Scotland and Ireland. A music duo playing around New England. Telynor, play progressive arrangements of traditional folk from the British Isles, France, Appalachia, Eastern Europe, and beyond, ranging in time from truly ancient to originals composed in the styles of traditional folk and early music. Tempest, is a Celtic Rock band based in Oakland, California. Their unique music combines jigs and melodies from traditional Irish music with the rhythm and beat of rock'n'roll: Tempest Official Site. Another Tempest Page That Irish Band, traditional Irish folk music in Northeast Ohio. Tradition, is a five piece band from greater Boston. The band plays all styles of Irish music, as well as classic rock, country and folk. Three Hams on Rye, a musical duo playing, also, Celtic/Irish music. Three Men in Kilts, is a band from Chicago's Southside, performing traditional Irish ballads, pub and rebel songs, Great Big Sea, Gaelic Storm, Saw Doctors and then some. Three Weird Sisters, they are weird (or at least their repertoire and presentation of songs is weird, everything from Renaissance ballads to "country on a harp" to sf with a twist.), and they are sisters of a sort (different parents, same heart.), but they are four! Together these women make a unique blend of instruments and voices described as "what the Carter family would have sounded like if they'd done filk / folk / Celtic / blues / insert music type." Liam Tiernan, began his career in his native Belfast and formed the legendary group Barleycorn. Their first recording, The Men Behind the Wire, landed in the number one slot on the Irish music charts and remained there for months, staying in the top ten for 18 months and selling in excess of 3,000,000 copies worldwide. His two solo albums are both highly acclaimed. Gerry Timlin, a great favorite in the USA and Canada, the Pennsylvania based singer has enjoyed success all over the world. Born in Ireland, where he developed an early interest in traditional Irish music and in folk music, Gerry from the beginning, displayed a musical talent. He moved to the USA in the early seventies, where Gerry has been delighting audiences with his smooth baritone voice and his irreverent humor. The Tinker's Own, based in Orange County, California, is a group of musicians who share a love for the traditional and contemporary folk music of Ireland, Scotland, England and North America. Tipsy House, a trio that plays traditional Irish Music in San Francisco. Toraigh, hail from Ohio and their repertoire draws on much of the dance music, airs and ballads of the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th century tradition of Ireland and Scotland and other Celtic lands. Tossers, coming from South Chicago, they were influenced by Shane Macgowen and the Pogues in more than a few ways. The Tossers play their own brand of Irish music loaded with attitude and alcohol: Celtic-punk, traditional in nature but steeped in politics and punkrock. Trefoyle, combines the talent of Brendan Brown on button accordion, Anne Maroney on fiddle, and Mark Warford on Irish bouzouki and guitar. Trefoyle bring a distinctive, pure drop elixir of Irish traditional music to the dance halls of the upstate. Trinity, is one of the oldest Celtic traditional musical ensembles in the Kansas City area. The group was origianally formed in the late 1980's and been performing locally and regionally ever since it's founding. Various members have passed through Trinity over it's long life, but the band owes it's success to it's strong Celtic roots. Trinity, is an upbeat Celtic music band based in Vermont. They perform a sincere and rowdy mixture of traditional fiddle tunes, folk music, Irish pub songs, beautiful wedding music and Trinity originals. Trinity River Whalers, based in Texas, has strong folk/bluegrass roots with a twist of Celtic and a splash of salt-sea spray. Tullamore Celtic Band, is an acoustic Irish styled band from Rochester, NY. Tullamore Celtic Band performs a variety of fine traditional instrumental and vocal music drawn from the Gaelic speaking parts of the world. Their musical arrangements are energetic and creative and their shows are entertaining and fun. Tullamore, the Kansas City based quartet render the music of Ireland and Scotland in compelling vocals and vibrant instrumentation. Their dynamic arrangements appeal to mainstream audiences, yet remain true to the soul of Celtic music. Uncle Dirtytoes, if you enjoy the music of Fairport Convention, Jethro Tull, Richard Thompson, Steeleye Span, they are influenced by these artists. The Unfortunate Rakes, are a Celtic trio playing traditional music from Scotland, Ireland, Brittany, and Nova Scotia. Jay Unger & Molly Mason, since joining forces in the late 1970s, Jay and Molly have become one of the most celebrated duos on the American acoustic music scene. Listen to the timeless renditions of hard-driving Appalachian, Cajun and Celtic fiddle tunes, stirring Civil War classics, sassy songs from the golden age of swing and country, stunning waltzes, and deeply moving original compositions. Vinegar Hill, is a Columbus, Ohio based band featuring Irish Music. Volunteers, is South Florida's only original Celtic rock band. In their electric rock'n'roll stage-show, they are a full-throttle, guitar-driven, runaway locomotive. This is a band capable of raising the roof in the best Celtic tradition. Wake the Dead, is the hot Northern California septet whose unique blending of Celtic traditional music and the songs of the Grateful Dead is delighting Deadheads, folkies, jam band fans, and adventurous music lovers alike across North America. Waking Maggie, "Good, Strong, Get-on-Your-Feet, Irish music". Marcille Wallis, captivates music lovers of all ages with haunting melodies from Brittany and Galicia, rousing reels and jigs from Ireland, and traditional Scottish pipe tunes with a non-traditional twist. She plays hammer dulcimer and other traditional acoustic instruments and her repertoire also reflects the influence of her Southern Appalachian heritage, with Christian hymns, old-time fiddle tunes and ballads, even a touch of bluegrass! The Wayfarers, have established themselves as one of the leading traditional Irish groups in the Southwest USA. With decades of diverse musical experience under their belts, The Wayfarers combine their creative and technical skills to produce the stunning original arrangements and driving rhythms that have endeared themselves to audiences of all ages. The Wayfarers communicate a great respect for the roots of Irish music as they color tradition with a progressive flair that is all their own. Jim Wearne, is a Cornish-American folksinger, that performs songs, stories, singalongs and music from and about Cornwall. Glenn Weiser, performs Celtic music, blues, old-timey, and other folk styles. John Whelan, although he grew up near London in Dunstable, England, he was raised on the fiddle and pipe music of Ireland and lives in America. This inventive button accordionist infused traditional Irish airs and his own ballads with a deep soulfullness, the pumped up jigs until they threatened to explode with rhythmic energy. West Wind, is a quartet of musicians based in Madison, Wisconsin interpreting the native music of Ireland. Drawing from the old and new traditions of Ireland, they balance lilting jigs and driving reels with exuberant dance tunes from the Sliabh Luachra region. Airs, ballads, and humorous songs round out their concerts. Patsy Whelan, burst on the Boston Irish music scene and has developed legendary status in Beantown. With his fingers flailing across the strings of his guitar and fiddle Patsy does not rest until everyone in the room is up on their feet celebrating in dance and song, no matter what the occasion. Wherligig, with its repertoire of Irish jigs, and hard driving Scottish reels, lovely traditional harp tunes, Celtic ballads, a cappella songs and jaunty English hornpipes, Wherligig will enliven any event or occasion. Wexford Boys, Irish music blends with folk-rock in a masterful presentation of familiar reels and jigs. Playful creativity with a traditional core makes The Wexford Boys both authentic and energetically original. Whirligig, is a group of innovative musicians dedicated to pushing the envelope of modern acoustic music, using the common threads of music rooted in the Irish and Celtic traditions. Their Celtic music is infused with a wide variety of influences and sounds from other folk and world music styles, along with flavors from the fields of jazz, rock, and contemporary music. Whiskey and the Devil, are Irish trad meets rockabilly bluegrass with a healthy dose of punk. Add a bit of booze, 7 boys and girls from all over the world, mix well, and you've got a great live act. The Whooligans, music is a mixture of popular songs, ballads and folk tunes reflecting the ancestral roots of the players. Wicked Tinkers, Scottish Pipes & Drums in your ears. Their music combines traditional Celtic/Scottish folk roots with lots of crossover influences. Wild Asparagus, drawing upon music from New England, the British Isles, and Canada, as well as classical sources, they take an original approach to the traditional dance music of their folk heritage. Wild Geese, their music is the music of Ireland. From tales of The Irish Rebellion to sing-a-longs that celebrate the camaraderie of raising a pint with friends to the immigrant's lament for his homeland to the tender ballads of the heart, their passionate, hard driving style has won them fans from all over the world. Based out of Rochester NY , the band features members from Dublin, Limerick and County Monroe. Wild Mountain Thyme, has been performing traditional Celtic music at festivals and events around the United States. The Wild Oats, have been playing a mutated brand of Celtic and original folk at San Diego area. Wild Rovers, Boston-based group boasts a wide variety of music that ranges from popular, country, rock and roll, to ethnic (specialty being Irish). Wild Thyme, is a group of professional artists with a passion for Celtic soubds. John Williams, is one of the most exquisite musicians within and beyond Irish music circles today, with five All-Ireland Concertina titles to his credit and his additional talents on flute, whistles, bodhran, and piano. Outside traditional music John has collaborated on productions with classical and jazz musicians, and appeared in and composed for films "Road to Perdition" and "Traveller. Willie Lynch Band, Willie Lynch and his band know what the people want to hear. Their music and showmanship consistently impresses audiences to make them New Jersey's most popular Irish band. Windbourne, performs an eclectic array of folk music including traditional, contemporary, futuristic, and original pieces. Woodland, is an original mythic musical ensemble. The music is a rich tapestry of instrumentation, including harp, flute, piano, violin, guitar, bass, percussion and drum kit. The band live performances journey between soft sensual acoustic sounds and melody-driven rhythmic tribal rock. Woods Tea Co, New-England based band performing Celtic tunes, bluegrass, sea shanties and folk songs with equal ease and skill. Wylde Nept, Celtic-influenced band from Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Wyndbreakers, Florida's high-tech, low brow, pub rockin', neotraditional, blatantly harmonizin', nearly acoustic, sorta not, modern retro, underpriced, interactive, Irish & Scottish music band. Yankee Celtic Consort, an instrumental band based in the Columbus, Ohio who love Celtic music and her descendant bluegrass. The Young Dubliners, an "Alternative?" rock group with a biting Irish edge based out of Los Angeles. Charlie Zahm, is one of the most popular soloists at Celtic music festivals, Maritime and Early American music events anywhere East of the Mississippi. Top USA Non-Celtic Musicians Folkjam, is about bringing musicians together to play acoustic acoustic, roots, bluegrass, and Irish music. The site makes it easy for anybody to publish information on jam sessions, festivals and acoustic music camps/workshops. Through interactive maps, calendars and upcoming event lists, folkjam.org makes it easy to find events in your local area. While the site began in the United States, folkjam.org supports searching and posting of content anywhere in the world. INAFA - International Native American Flute Association, encourage the primary continuation of the traditional and contemporary Native American flute. 9 Olives, plays music from the cities and villages of the Macedonian region. This earthy, sweeping music is based on distinctive, uneven dance rhythms and sweetly urgent melodies. Ray Abshire, is a member of a legendary South Louisiana musical family. His accordion style is authentic and he also sings in the classic cajun tenor high voice. Recognized as a master musician, Ray still remains true to the hard-core sound he grew up with and draws from a large repertoire of songs rarely heard today. The Alum Creek Singers, is a semi-professional acoustical quartet that has been playing in and around the Columbus, Ohio area for over nine years. Stylistically, the group leans toward bluegrass, country, folk and gospel, but it's not unusual to hear acoustical arrangements of popular or even rock tunes. No matter the song, once their interpretation has been applied, it becomes a musical treat. Alpentänzer Schuhplattler, is a group of Sacramento is a group dedicated to the preservation of Bavarian and Austrian folk dances, and culture. The group has forty dancers and a five-member band which accompanies the dancers. Anatolia, explores the classical traditions of Turkey and the Arab world. Arev Armenian Folk Ensemble, present the musical traditions of the Armenian people to the world community by incorporating both traditional folk as well as contemporary instruments. Seth Austen and Beverly Woods, play an eclectic variety of international folk music styles including Celtic, Appalachian, Klezmer, Eastern European and more on a fantastic array of acoustic instruments combining 100s of resonating strings. The Baguette Quartette, is a San Francisco Bay Area group that plays music that was heard in Paris between 1920 and 1940 on street corners, in cafes, and in popular dance halls. Balkanarama, play music from Bulgaria, Macedonia and Greece, plus occasional tunes from Hungary, Bosnia, Croatia, Serbia and Romania. Balladina, music of the Balkans, mainly Bulgarian dance music using traditional and modern instruments, and Macedonian Rom (Gypsy) dance music. Joe Bethancourt, was raised mostly in the southern Appalachians, in North Carolina, and absorbed the music almost from the time he could walk. He is equally at home in popular Country music, writes songs about space exploration, and plays Irish, Scots, Bluegrass and Medieval/Renaissance music with equal facility. Blackfire, is a Native American traditionally influenced, high-energy, politically driven group. Born into the heart of a political land dispute area on Black Mesa in the Navajo Nation, this Family's powerful music reflects the Hopes, Freedoms, and Barriers of today's world. Thier style comprises traditional Native American, Punk-Rock and "Alter-Native" with strong sociopolitical messages about government oppression, relocation of indigenous people, eco-cide, genocide, domestic violence and human rights. Blackmore's Night, Renaissance rock music with an etheral folk touch. Legendary guitarist Ritchie Blackmore and ethereal vocalist Candice Night and their band of minstrels update teutonic airs of the 16th century with organic and modern instruments. Latif Bolat, singer and composer, has a vast repertory that includes songs in classical, folk and Sufi music styles on various traditional instruments. Boréal Tordu, C'est la musique originale des Acadiens du Maine. Maine Acadians have been harboring a rich musical culture underground for generations. Now a new generation of Acadian-Maineiacs are showing their joie de vivre. Voilà Boréal Tordu. C'est dingue ça! More than a revival, their music represents a continuation of musical traditions passed down from the Acadians, the Québécois, and the unique French-speaking people of the the Republic of Madawaska and milltowns all over New England. Born to Drone, is a women's vocal ensemble from San Francisco, specializing in folk music from the Balkan region and beyond. Brave Combo, a "nuclear polka band" in the midst of rock's new wave, they have broken stylistic barriers. Their specialty is a unique blend of domestic and exotic dance rhythms that propel what Billboard calls "world-wise, unclassifiable music". Broadside Electric, is Philadelphia's folk-rock-art-klezmer-progressive-etc. band playing music from the Anglo-American, Celtic, Balkan, Jewish and other traditions, in their own unique style. Boduli, a passion and genuine love for Croatian tambura music served as the genesis for Boduli. Five guys from Chicago and one from L.A. came together with more heart than technical skills or band marketing savvy, and delivered the sounds of their Croatian heritage and her native instruments to anyone who would listen. Chanterelle, is an acoustic group that performs the songs and tunes from French Canada, Louisiana and from the rich tradition of french-canadian immigrants into the United States. The Chico Bavarian Band, is a traditional bavarian brass band. Mitzie Collins, specializes in traditional folk music from many different countries. She sings and plays hammered dulcimer, mountain dulcimer, pump organ, banjo, guitar, piano, and other acoustic instruments. Roy Crawford, Grand master fiddle player from Lineville Alabama. Roy has been playing the fiddle since he was a child. Now in his early 70's, he is going stronger than ever. With so many competition awards his award wall will not hold them all. Frank Critelli, is a Connecticut singer/songwriter. Since November of 1989, he has shared his original acoustic songs with audiences in streets and subways, clubs, coffeehouses, colleges, theaters and festivals. Darragh, is a bard who plays music from the heart. Denveras Jûrmalnieki, is a Latvian folk band from Denver, Colorado. They play traditional Latvian folk music as well as popular music from Latvia during the 1920's-30's. Dorf Kapelle, brings you the finest in authentic folk music of Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Czech Republic. Drita Albanian Folk Orchestra, plays Albanian music in Los Angeles. The Duquesne University Tamburitzans, is a unique ensemble of young folk artists dedicated to the performance and preservation of the music, songs, and dances of Eastern Europe and other related folk cultures. életfa Hungarian Folk Ensemble, is one of the leading Hungarian folk music groups in North America. Folk Voice Band, based in Seattle, their International repertoire includes songs and dance music from the Balkans to Scandinavia, from Russia to Wales and everything in between. They can provide anything from a listening program, to a full dance band sound. Full Frontal Folk, stomp right in where angels fear to tread with masterful covers of some all-time great songs. Greek Ensemble of San Jose, California based Greek band. Contact: Paul Kakouris ([email protected]) Gypsy Bandwagon, mixing songs of their own with strange, ancient instrumentals, these artists hail from western North Carolina. Hajde, plays Bulgarian and Macedonian music on traditional folk instruments. Harmonia, presents on authentic folk instruments the traditional folk music of Eastern Europe, ranging from the Danube to the Carpathians (Hungary, Slovakia, Ukraina, Romania, Croatia and Romani). The ensemble's performances evoke the full range of human emotions; interspersing fiery, passionate virtuosity with soulful melancholy and nostalgic yearning. Harmonija, a four woman group out of San Diego singing Eastern European folk tunes and other music from around the world. Don Haynie & Sheryl Samuel, an original, contemporary, acoustic folk duo. Donna Hébert, her true fiddling home is the music of her heritage, the music of the French people who came south from Québec and Acadia to New England, music with ecstatic syncopation and "beaucoup de swing". International Folk Sounds, is a Philadelphia based folk dance orchestra that plays music from Boston to the Balkans! The Internationals, traditional Bavarian music. The Johnson Girls, is a a capella group performing traditional and contemporary folk music with an emphasis on Sea Chanteys and other Maritime Music. With diverse backgrounds, each member of The Johnson Girls brings a specialty to the group, including traditional work songs, riverboat and minstrel songs, songs in the African American tradition, songs of fisherman and their wives, songs of mining and miners, and songs from the Irish tradition. Jómóka, bring traditional village dance music from Hungary and Transylvania to dance parties, dance workshops, and dance performances. Just Plain Folks, from Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, is a traditional New England barn dance band. Kartuli Ensemble, organization devoted to the folk song and dance of the country of Georgia. Kefi, is a six piece band which plays music from the Balkan countries, combining elements from folk music traditions, modern urban takes on those traditions, jazz, and rock. KeyOrchestra, plays a combination of Modern New Age, Dream House, Euro-Dance, Pop Rock & Spiritual music, with elements of symphonic mixes, academic and ethnic human voices. Remixes of famous classical masterpieces and more... Kitka, is a professional women's vocal ensemble dedicated to producing concerts, recordings, and educational programs that develop new audiences for music rooted in Eastern European women's vocal traditions. Kitka also strives to expand the boundaries of this music as an expressive art form. Kolorash, is a folk dance band specializing in the folk music of Eastern and Northern Europe (primarily Hungary, Romania, Scandinavia, and the Balkans). Julie Lee, plays music inspired by traditional bluegrass. Intimate, warm songwriting reminds the listener of the best that old-timey country/bluegrass can be. Bonnie Leigh, performs her heartfelt style of original folk songs along with traditional folk, historical and country music at a large variety of venues reaching all ages. Liberty Balalaikas, folk and traditional music of Russia, Ukraine and Eastern Europe. They also feature Israeli, Klezmer, and Scandanavian music with traditional (and non traditional instruments. Limpopo, a four-piece Russian Folk'n Roll band, they have taken the States by storm with their wild and crazy stage antics and music ranging from traditional Russian Folk to vintage American Rock 'n' Roll. Charles Littleleaf, Native American flutist and noted flute maker, Littleleaf, embarks on a spiritual journey of peace and goodwill for all human kind, and brings with him a lifetime of ancestral traditions from his American Indian way of life, incorporating them into his beautiful flute music which we are able to experience today. The Little German Band and Dancers, an all-volunteer non-profit group dedicated to having fun while promoting Bavarian and German music and dance. Lone Raven, perform an eclectic blend of music from around the world. Their vast repertoire includes selections from Spain, France, Scandinavia, Germany, the Middle East, Romania, and the Celtic areas of the world, including Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Brittany and Cape Breton. Mandala Folk Dance Ensemble, is a Boston-based company of thirty dancers, singers and musicians who perform folk dance and music from many countries. Matt Manning, Irish born singer/songwriter-producer. Best known for hit song "Waltzin an Angel" from album of the same name released in Ireland. Recently produced and arranged album for U.S. artist Tim Flannery. Maros Ensemble, music and culture of the Hungarian people. Monsters are not Myths, plays both the electric and acoustic circuits, alternating between folksy renditions of their songs and their electric set. The New Land Balkan Band, brings you wild and soul-stirring folk music from Bulgaria, Macedonia, Greece, Yugoslavia and other Eastern European countries (from Denver). David Norris, bio and MP3 clips of this Folk Americana singer and award-winning songwriter. John Padovano, performs along the Jersey Shore at cafes and coffeehouses. His influences range from Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Lightnin' Hopkins, Sonny Terry and Brownie Mcghee to The Beatles, Ray Davies and Bob Dylan. Pang i Bygget, combine a deep understanding and respect for Swedish tradition with innovative approaches to rhythm and harmony. Gwydion Pendderwen (1946-1982), was one of the founders of Wicca folk or Neo-Pagan folk. Gwydion is the oldest recorded example to have written and recorded original songs within the Faerie Tradition, sounding different from traditional songs but which are in fact born under a same level of resourcement. Lee Penn Sky, described as a talented songwriter, Lee Penn Sky draws on the common experiences of life to paint powerful images with his lyrics. His songs range from Americana to contemporary folk, and are rooted in his Michigan childhood, and the high plains desert of Idaho, where he now resides. The pickPocket Ensemble, inspired by the many European folk and cafe musics that thay have loved, they set out to compose and perform a music that responded to these older styles, but with a modern sensibility and a street-wise edge. In their music you can hear echoes of Parisian bal musette, as well as many of the Eastern European styles that they have devoured over the years. You will also detect in the mix other flavors: American folk, early jazz and swing, even rock. Tom Pixton, is active in the traditional dance music scene in the Boston area, playing for Balkan, Scottish, and Cajun dance events alone and with Flying Tomatoes and Pinewood Band. Planina, is a group of eight to fourteen singers from the Denver-Boulder area who perform the haunting and beautiful songs of Eastern Europe, including music from Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, Georgia, Hungary, Macedonia, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Turkey and Ukraine, and the Sephardic and Rom (Gypsy) traditions. Polkacide, a hardcore polka band from San Francisco. Die Polka Schlingels, are 'New Mexico's Premier Bavarian Band'. Radost, ethnic dance, music and song of Eastern Europe with the splendor of authentic costumes, live music on traditional instruments, vitality and joy. Red Elvises, blend good old rock'n'roll with ethnic music from their homeland. A crazy Russian folk'n roll band. Red Elvises currently are the hottest icons in the Siberian Region and the highest paid wedding band on the island of Sakhalin. Red Stick Ramblers, authentic Louisiana roots music. The Reptile Palace Orchestra, has delighted concertgoers with their original mixing of East and West, Funk and Folk and skin-shedding torch tunes. Elvis + Armenia + Funkadelic + Bulgaria = RPO. Revontulet, performs traditional Finnish set dances for festivals, weddings, and other events. Rhubarb Pie String Band, contradance band from Western Massachusetts. The Roches, are a trio of singing sisters, namely Maggie, Terre, and Suzzy Roche, living in NYC. The Roches blend influences from church choir music, traditional Irish folk, contemporary folk, rock, country, and pop with their own innate musical sensibilities to produce what can only be called Roche music. Each of the sisters has her own distinct musical talents which can be appreciated in their own rights, but they can also blend their voices together into a single instrument of awesome harmonic beauty. Whether they are singing Handel a cappella or a song of their own creation, they rarely fail to transcend mere singing. Romashka, plays the music of Eastern European gypsies - Russian, Romanian, Hungarian, mixing it with any tune that's got fire, passion, and wild beat. The musicians are a wild bunch of virtuoso rhythm-throttling chop-splitting Brooklyn-dwelling world music afficionados, who have gigged in various ensembles around the city. Charlotte Ryerson, is a singer-songwriter, also involved in the Red Truck Radio, the place to come for traditional and mountain songs and interviews with folks who are making music for the love of it! Many of their guests come from a small Ozark town of Mountain View Arkansas and others will come from all over, but they share a love for songs that come from the real places of the heart. The Sauerkraut Band, plays authentic German style music in traditional Bavarian style costumes. Ship's Company, sing primarily without instumental accompaniment or amplification, just like the seamen of two hundred years ago whom they portray. The group's wide repertoire includes working shanties, broadsides, ballads, tavern songs, and forebitters. Lee Shorb, is a 35 year old singer/songwriter who has spent most of his life traveling around the States. All compositions are original folk rock and recorded in his home recording studio. Sinovi, has been together for 17 years providing tamburica and accordian music for all occasions. They play all of the old time favorites including polkas waltzs and kolos. The Smilin' Scandinavians, is Capitol Hill's Hottest Polka Band. "Remember we may not all be Scandinavian, but we're all Smilin'!" The Soil Bleeds Black, plays neo-medieval folk music. Le Soleil de Santa Rosa, a good-time traditional French folk band, with a pronounced Auvergne accent. "Spider" John Koerner, traditional American folk and country blues musician, rhythmic guitaristsong-crafter, singer, and humorist, shapes his musical style from a solid foundation of study of the old blues masters, respect for the traditional song, and a firm command of his source material. Stämbandet's mission is to help preserve and foster the rich choral heritages of Scandinavia by presenting traditional vocal music from the middle ages to the present, performed in their original native languages. Yale Strom, filmmaker, musician, writer, photographer, and composer, has done extensive work among the Jews and Rom of Central and Eastern Europe since 1981. With his backpack, cameras, and violin, Strom trekked to remote parts of Europe and lived with his informants to get a first hand look at those survivors reconstructing their lives after World War II. Sviraci, is a 3 member band that plays traditional village-style Macedonian and Bulgarian music for folkdancers, plus some Scandinavian tunes. Sviraci is based in the South San Francisco Bay Area. Sviraj, is a group of ethnic Balkan musicians who preserve their heritage through performances that celebrate the music of Eastern Europe. Szászka, plays the stirring dance music of Transylvania. The uniqueness of this music is a result of the geographical isolation of this region. Ethnically, the region is a mixture of Hungarians, Romanians, and Gypsies, all coexisting in the same villages. The Tamo Daleko Orchestra, have dedicated themselves to the preservation and promotion of Serbian musical heritage, and its presentation to the American and worldwide audience. Guthrie Thomas, American singer-songwriter, guitarist extraordinary. Tisza, brings you the joy of traditional Hungarian folk dances. The Toids, their music is deeply rooted in the Rom, Bulgarian, Greek, Romanian and Hungarian sources, but the body and composition of the music come from their own lives and experiences. Bill Tomczak, Clarinet player from Western Massachussetts, plays for contra dancing throughout the United States with the occasional trip to Europe. TomLori, perform music primarily from the Renaissance through the Colonial / Early American periods, as well Irish folk music all with a healthy seasoning of humour and guffaw. Tour de France, is a North California group that plays traditional folk music from various regions of France. Instruments include French cornemuses, accordions, hurdy-gurdys, fiddle and guitar. Vocals also interspersed with instrumentals. French dance instruction can be provided when requested. Turtle Valley String Band, Northwest American Fiddle band, plays traditional tunes with roots to Ireland and England. Uncommon Ground, is a Southern California folk/rock band critically compared to Fairport Convention, Steeleye Span and the Byrds. Unseen Guest, make music that is difficult to pin down. Wedding traditional Indian instruments with Western song-writing and guitar, and covering it with rich vocal harmonies, they apply this basic idea to songs that come from every end of the spectrum - sounding sometimes like a mix of American folk blues and Carnatic music, sometimes like a Parisian taking on Nick Drake, at others like Buena Vista by way of Mumbai. Fletcher VanVliet, is a songwriter based both on the East and West coasts of the USA. Playing a combination of Indie, Folk, Alt. Country and many others, he has captivated many an audience. Via Romen, based in Boston, Massachusetts, is led by the virtuoso, lead guitarist and artist of the Moscow Gypsy Theater Romen, Vadim Kolpakov. The group specializes in the traditional songs and dances of the Russian Roma (Gypsy) tradition. Their repertoire includes fiery Gypsy melodies, lyrical romansy, instrumental music and Russian Gypsy dances. We're Late and Smell Like Beer, plays the music of Southern Louisiana, music from the honky-tonks of New Orleans to the dance halls of the Louisiana Bayou. Drawing on diverse musical experience and multi-instrument talent you can hear hard-drivin' Zydeco featuring accordian and washboard, bluesy New Orleans tunes with sax and trombone, tunes of the Gulf coast with a percussive Carribean influence, dance the two-step to the Cajun fiddle. Ben Willis, is a singer/songwriter and guitar player in the tradition of Doc Watson and Norman Blake. He play's "Flat Pick" style guitar as well as "Finger Pick" and slide guitar. He play's old time fiddle tunes on the guitar and also writes his own music. John Wright, has been involved primarily as a bass player with many different musical projects of all varieties from Latin Jazz to Celtic Rock; from Blues to Progressive Rock; from Fusion to Pop. As a solo artist, John Wright incorporates the above influences with Folk Rock to create a style of his own. Zampognari di Filadelfia, Italian bagpipe (zampogna) and folk oboe (ciaramella) play Christmas music, Tarantellas, Saltarellos, + Sicilianas in and around the Philadelphia region. Zdravets, village music of Bulgaria and some of her neighbors. Roxanne Ziegler, plays pedal and folk harps, In addition to classical and popular sources, she draws much of her extensive, melodic repertoire from Celtic and other folk music. Ziya, is an old Greek word for the small ensembles of rural Greece and a fitting description for this group of musicians drawn together by a shared love of traditional Greek music. Zlatne Uste, is an internationally known group of American-born musicians playing traditional brass band music of the Balkans, particularly representing Macedonian, Serbian, Bulgarian and Romany (Gypsy) traditions. Specializing in folk dance music. Top
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