Join us for an evening of music and song on the 9th June with Cathy Jordan, Claudia Schwab & Irene Buckley as they present their collaboration - Plúirín na mBan
Plúirín na mBan are inspired to explore more deeply their growing repertoire of ancient melodies reappearing in the context of ambient electronics and delayed fiddle-loops, drawing in elements of diverse music traditions such as Indian Classical music or jazz, the trio set out to record their debut album. The body of songs chosen for “Female Rambling Sailor” focuses on the perspective of a female narrator, a theme that appeared naturally in the process of working together.
This is an evening not to be missed as the band present a synergy of Cathy’s grounding in the Irish music tradition, Irene's background in ambient and electronic music and Claudia's intrepid ability to cross diverse genres and cultures.
Cathy Jordan - vocals, guitarlele, bouzouki, bodhrán, guitar
A renowned figure in Irish traditional music is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, She has been the lead vocalist for the traditional Irish music band Dervish and The unwanted aswell as performing as a solo artist.
Claudia Schwab - violins, vocals, harmonium, keys, thumb harp
Claudia Schwab is an award-winning originally Austrian fiddle player, singer and composer who lives and works in Ireland. Claudia amalgamates different traditions and styles, such as traditional Austrian, Irish, Classical Indian and Eastern European folk music, in her own, very unique way.
Irene Buckley - electronics, vocals, keys
Irene Buckley is an award winning composer - active across many music disciplines including choral, opera, orchestral, dance, theatre, film and electronics.
Album reviews:
“Stunning and hauntingly ethereal” - KLOF magazine
“Brilliantly telling ghostly tales of the sea” - Guardian, Jude Rodgers
“Beautiful Offering” - Hotpress Magazine
“A totally unique and enthralling listen.” - Folk Radio
This event is part of our Heritage in Action 2024 Programme, funded by the Heritage Council.