Exciting trio of musicians playing in Garter Lane
Nollaig Casey, Niall McCabe, Mike, McGoldrick
An exciting trio of musicians will be playing at Garter Lane this coming October.
The trio of extraordinary artists will present an unforgettable evening of folk and traditional music.
The newly curated lineup features, acclaimed fiddle and viola player Nollaig Casey, one of Ireland’s fast-rising stars of the folk world, alongside guitarist and singer Niall McCabe, and the multi-instrumentalist Mike McGoldrick.
After a successful Music Network tour, the three artists have forged a musical bond that transcends the stage.
Nollaig Casey is one of Ireland’s most gifted and versatile musicians, known for her distinctive sound and instantly recognisable playing style.
She has worked with a host of renowned artists including Enya, Van Morrison, Sinéad O’Connor, Mary Black, Christy Moore and Sharon Shannon.
As a member of groundbreaking bands Coolfin and Planxty, her influence on Irish music is enduring.
Nollaig’s unique ability to play both classical and traditional music with equal proficiency has inspired a number of composers to write orchestral pieces for her.
In 2003, she performed in front of millions as soloist with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra in a work by Shaun Davey, commissioned by the Special Olympics held in Dublin.
Niall McCabe, a singer-songwriter County Mayo, is a captivating voice in contemporary folk, blending Celtic and Americana influences with soulful vocals and poignant lyrics.
McCabe’s music reflects a profound exploration of love, loss, and resilience.
His live performances are celebrated for their emotive storytelling and rich instrumentation, Niall has performed his debut at the Grand Ole Opry and returns to Nashville for Americanafest later this year.
His natural, distinct voice is earning him a growing and loyal fanbase discovering his music as he travels extensively across Ireland, UK, Europe and North America.
Former BBC Folk Awards Musician of the Year, Mike McGoldrick is a gifted composer and a master of the wooden flute, low whistles and uilleann pipes.
A sought-after contributor for many artists, he has collaborated with Mark Knopfler since 2009 and is a core member of the Transatlantic Sessions.
Mike has made an immense contribution to the Irish and UK folk scenes through his many solo and collaborative projects including being a founder member of the supergroup Lúnasa and later through his work with Capercaillie
Tickets available at garterlane.ie
