Arcanadh, Anna Ní Mhaonaigh - Ceol an Phiobaire - Abair Amhrán 5 2 09 TG4.ie 207721

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Arcanadh (pronounced Are-can-a) are six Irish singers and musicians from the length and breadth of Ireland. Each member brings along the traditions from home, resulting in a union of several different musical styles. Their line-up includes fiddles, whistles, harp, mandola, banjo, piano, guitars, bodhran and more. Arcanadh are renowned for their unique singing style, a combination of strong solo delivery and exquisite vocal harmonies, frequently in several parts. The resulting sound is reputed to bring shivers to the spine. Their live show, consists of songs from the traditional archives, newly composed folk-songs from around the world and compostions by individual members of Arcanadh. All of their songs are sung with a rare passion and their love of music is palpable.

The band has a unique set-up in terms of relationships too. Martin and Mags Gallen are brother and sister from Castleblaney, Co Monaghan. Colm Breathnach (Ring, Co Waterford) is married to Sinead Gibson (Gortahork, Co Donegal). The remaining members, Fiona Walsh and Maria Corbet come from Bohola, Co Mayo and Palmerstown, Co Dublin.

In summer 2002, Arcanadh were the winners of the award for Best Celtic Group at the Lorient International Festival. In so doing, they follow in the footsteps of such widely acclaimed acts as De Danann, Danu, Sharon Shannon and Capercailie, to name but a few.

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[anagogmusic]

First time I've seen this - sounds great!

[Gambit118]

Is grá liom Arcanadh... tar go Doire!