2023-07-24 - 2023-07-30 00:00 - 23:59 - Yn Chruinnaght Celtic Gathering has been celebrating Manx, Irish, Cornish, Welsh, Scottish and Breton culture for over 40 years. Based in Peel, a fishing town on the beautiful west coast of the Isle of Man, the festival presents six days of music and dance concerts, family friendly ceilis, talks & workshops, Celtic language & literature, delicious food ‘n’ folk sessions, an artisan craft fair and lots of free community events. The 2023 line up this year includes: Dervish Karine Polwart & Dave Milligan Music TRIP Rachel Hair : Harp Player & Ruth Keggin – Manx Gaelic Singer Morvran An Cailín Ciúin The Mega Manx Ceili Plus all the usual ceilis, sessions, workshops, lectures and craft fair Find more information | Purchase Tickets
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Ultan O Brien (left) from Barefield with sean nós singer, Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin,
Barefield musician weaves together rich musical traditions
January 24, 2021
TRADITIONAL Irish music is something that comes naturally to Barefield native Ultan O’Brien. Like many young musicians of his generation, he is steeped in the various styles and the wide repertoire of the Banner County. However, in recent years, the acclaimed viola and fiddle player has been delving into traditions further afield, including those of Scotland, Finland and The Isle of Man. He is also bringing a fresh creative perspective to traditional material in a collaboration with singer Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin. It is a partnership which deepens the connection between the fiddle and the voice – sometimes compared to musical cousins. The duo recently released a debut album