Matt Molloy, John Carty, Arty McGlynn & The Unwanted
| Day | Sunday, 30th October 2011 |
|---|---|
| Time | 20.00 |
| Venue | The Hawk's Well |
| Session | Main Stage |
| Charge | €18 |
Two Trios - Traditional and Transatlantic
Matt Molloy, John Carty & Arty McGlynn& The Unwanted
Matt Molloy and John Carty explore the rich and varied tapestry of the fiddle and flute tradition, the quintessential Sligo style musical combination tradition, the quintessential Sligo style musical combination. Both Matt and John are recipients of the prestigious TG4 Traditional Musician of the Year Award. From Ballaghadereen, County Roscommon, Matt Molloy is regarded as the greatest exponent of traditional flute playing alive, a member of the Chieftains for more than two decades; he was also a founder member of the legendary Bothy Band and had a spell in the second coming of Planxty. Matt has released several highly acclaimed solo albums
London born, John Carty returned to his Roscommon roots near Boyle. He has recorded three solo fiddle albums, two banjo CDs, four group albums and a collection of duets with Matt Molloy. A member of At the Racket and Patrick Street.They are joined by Arty McGlynn, whose subtle guitar playing is the perfect accompaniment to this unique duet. He played with Planxty, Patrick Street, De Danann and the Van Morrison Band, and has recorded and played with Christy Moore, Paul Brady, Donal Lunny, Liam O'Flynn, the Chieftains and most recently in Tim O’Brien’s The Crossing.
The Unwanted
Cathy Jordan, Seamie O’Dowd and Rick Epping formed The Unwanted in 2006, to develop their interests in both Irish and American folk genres. They have gone on to perform in concerts and festivals throughout Ireland and Europe and record their first CD,Music from the Atlantic Fringe. Roscommon born Cathy Jordan, Dervish lead singer, moves effortlessly between Seannós, Appalachian and contemporary folksong, lending rich accompaniment on bodhrán, bouzouki and bones. Her engaging stage presence turns a simple concert into an evening among good friends.
Sligo native Seamie O’Dowd (guitar, fiddle, dobro) grew up steeped in the tradition of Sligo fiddling, expanding to include New World traditions. Today he is as accomplished playing Blues on slide guitar as he is playing jigs and reels. Rick Epping (harmonica, concertina, banjo, mandolin, jaw harp), a native of California, brings a wealth of experience and authentic style, having played with musical greats like Bluegrass founder Bill Monroe, Texas bluesman Mance Lipscomb and accordionist Joe Cooley.
The Unwanted have created a seamless fusion of the music of both the Old World and the New, showing that the process of transformation arising from the musical ebb and flow along the Atlantic Fringe continues today.
This is a joint production between Sligo Live and the Hawks Well Theatre.
Hawk’s Well Theatre
Sunday 30th Oct
8.00pm Sharp
Doors Open 7pm
Tickets €18
