Máire Ní Chathasaigh & Chris Newman have been described as “the high-wire act in traditional music” (The Irish Times). Máire is arguably the most influential, interesting, and original player of the Irish harp; she also composes, sings, and plays tin whistle and piano. Chris is arguably the UK’s finest flatpicking guitarist; he is also a prolific composer, arranger, and humorist. Together, they have created one of the most distinctive voices in modern acoustic music, performing a breathtaking blend of traditional Irish music, hot jazz, bluegrass, and baroque, along with striking new compositions.

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The vocal and string band Low Lily explores the roots and branches of American folk music with traditional influences and modern inspiration that weaves together a unique brand of acoustic music. Liz Simmons (vocals and guitar), Flynn Cohen (vocals, guitar and mandolin), and Lissa Schneckenburger (vocals and fiddle) are masterful players with deep relationships to traditional music styles ranging from bluegrass to Irish, Scottish, New England and Old Time Appalachian sounds. When you combine this with stellar composition skills and inventive arrangements you get music that is rooted yet contemporary.

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Internationally acclaimed guitarist, Maria Zemantauski, presents a program of classics and stunning originals. Embracing the classical and traditional flamenco repertoire for her foundation, she takes her audience on a musical journey inspired by her flair for experimentation and pure love of the instrument. As one reviewer wrote, “Zemantauski has continually pushed the boundaries of the possible with her trusty 6-string, blending genres that have little or no business appearing on the same bill, much less in the same song. It’s rarely less than electrifying to watch her do it.” Join us for an evening of passion, fire and grace.

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Part of our Strum into Spring: Acoustic Guitar Workshop

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Refunds are not available for this event.

A benefit for the 40th Annual Old Songs Festival.

Featuring:

• Curragh with Kara Doyle, Eric Everson, Peter Jones, John Roberts, Hilary Schrauf, and George Ward
• Peggy Lynn & Dan Duggan
• John Kirk & Trish Miller
• Hot Tuesday with John Whitbread, Dean Tallarico, Nelson Gage, David Sterling, and Amy Biancolli
• The Delmariners with Phil Teunim, Ron Tweedie and Will Vail
• Ron Gordon’s Uke Crew

The evening also features a raffle of quality craft items, as well as recordings of past performers, plus a bake sale.