Dervish

County Sligo's finest export, Dervish are one of the greatest bands ever to have come out of Ireland. They visit the Stables as part of their 25th anniversary celebrations, showcasing their recent album The Thrush in the Storm. Fronted by singer Cathy Jordan, regarded by many as the most distinctive voice in Irish traditional music today, the line-up of fiddle, flute, bouzouki, mandola, bodhran and accordion draws from seemingly limitless depths of talent, finesse, subtlety and fiery energy. Exceptional musicianship, breathtaking vocals, vibrant sets of tunes and instantly compelling songs all come together to make Dervish as complete a band as are to be found anywhere in the tradition.

"If Dervish are in town - or anywhere remotely within reach - don't dare miss them" - Chicago Herald