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The Friel Sisters with Nuala Kennedy & Eamon O’ Leary

The Friel Sisters return to Celtic Connections to celebrate the launch of their long-awaited new album!

The Friel Sisters with Nuala Kennedy & Eamon O’ Leary

About The Friel Sisters with Nuala Kennedy & Eamon O’ Leary

24th January 2025
7.30pm
Tramway
25 Albert Drive, Glasgow South Side G41 2PE
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£22.40
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Anna, Sheila and Clare, born and brought up as proud members of the Donegal diaspora in Glasgow, have remained deeply connected to their Donegal roots, playing a rich blend of music interspersed with songs, many from their family repertoire.

Featuring Anna Friel (flute/whistle/vocals), Sheila Friel (uilleann pipes/flute/whistle/vocals), Clare Friel (fiddle/whistle/vocals), Cathal Ó Curráin (bouzouki/vocals) and Marty Barry (guitar/vocals), The Friel Sisters have performed in various venues and festivals all over the world and deliver performances full of energy, heart and warmth.

Join veteran performers and R.T.E. Radio 1 Folk Award nominees Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O' Leary for an engaging evening of soulful Irish ballads as they present a timeless selection of stories of the sea, of love and courtship, of work and ritual, of emigration, of war and peace.

"The sublime, effortless duet of Kennedy and O’Leary is the real draw here" says Songlines Magazine. Their debut duo album HYDRA takes its name from the Greek Island where they recorded in 2024.

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Beth Malcolm ‘Folkmosis’ and Matt McGinn

1st February 2025

Glasgow-based folk sensation Beth Malcolm is getting set to perform her forthcoming new album to Glasgow audiences at the grand Barony Hall on Saturday 1st February as part of Celtic Connections 2025!

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Alistair McCulloch Trio and Beatha

1st February 2025

From driving reels and jigs to tender airs and expressive songs the Alistair McCulloch Trio is delighted to be bringing its music back to Celtic Connections!

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Gnoss with Lauren MacColl

1st February 2025

Gnoss returns to Celtic Connections with their dynamic fusion of traditional Scottish folk and contemporary flair!

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Karine Polwart: The Back of the Winter

1st February 2025

The Back of the Winter brings a one-off choir of 300 community singers to the concert hall stage, led by Stephen Deazley, in an evening that celebrates 25 years of Karine's song-making and singing.

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Mystery of the Bulgarian Voices with Windborne & Special Guests

1st February 2025

The 'Voices and Strings' concert program by The Mystery of the Bulgarian Voices female choir premiered in June 2023, don't miss your chance to experience it as part of Celtic Connections 2025!

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Ceòlas @ 30

1st February 2025

This special night promises to be an island cèilidh of epic proportions, with a stellar line-up of musical guests joining Ceòlas for their 30th Anniversary celebrations!

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Michael McGoldrick & Tim Edey with Allison de Groot & Tatiana Hargreaves

1st February 2025

Having first met in 1996, this performance by Michael McGoldrick & Tim Edey is a special meeting of old friends bringing together virtuosity and sheer musical magic.

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After The Last Waltz

1st February 2025

Enjoy a night of Americana, folk, blues and classic rock and roll when After The Last Waltz return to Glasgow's King Tut's as part of Celtic Connections 2025!

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The Bluebells

1st February 2025

The Bluebells are set to light up the Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom on Saturday 1st February for Celtic Connections 2025!

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the olllam and Astro Bloc

1st February 2025

Iconic trad-folk group the olllam head to SWG3 Galvanizers on Saturday 1st February, as part of Celtic Connections 2025, alongside upcoming folk group Astro Bloc!

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Ibibio Sound Machine

1st February 2025

Fronted by Nigerian singer Eno Williams, Ibibio Sound Machine bring their clash of African and electronic elements to Celtic Connections 2025!

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KAN and Caamaño & Ameixeiras

1st February 2025

A decade after they stepped back from performing, front-line innovators KAN rekindle the fire again, don't miss them live at Saint Luke's as part of Celtic Connections 2025!

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Tapir!

1st February 2025

Tapir! will invite you into their exciting and mysterious world when they perform at Drygate on Saturday 1st February as part of Celtic Connections!

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Scottish National Jazz Orchestra: Nu-Age Sounds - Planet World

2nd February 2025

The SNJO further broadens its horizons with specially commissioned music from eight of Scottish jazz's exciting stars which they will bring to Celtic Connections 2025!

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Pictish Trail and support

2nd February 2025

Don't miss Johnny Lynch, AKA Isle-of-Eigg dwelling electro-acoustic psych-pop wonder Pictish Trail live at The Mackintosh Church as part of Celtic Connections 2025!

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Brian Finnegan: Shepherds and Ellen MacDonald

2nd February 2025

Celtic Connections proudly presents Brian Finnegan: Shepherds and Ellen MacDonald at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Sunday 2nd February!

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Dean Owens & The Sinners

2nd February 2025

Award winning Scottish troubadour Dean Owens returns with his multi-talented band, The Sinners to Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 2nd February as part of Celtic Connections 2025!

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When Fish Begin To Crawl

2nd February 2025

Celebrate the Flow Country's recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a live orchestral performance of the film triptych When Fish Begin to Crawl'

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Nogood Boyo

2nd February 2025

Trash-trad group NoGood Boyo mixes traditional Welsh language songs with the sounds of 90s rave and nu-metal! Catch them live at The Hug and Pint as part of Celtic Connections 2025!

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Lady Blackbird

2nd February 2025

Lady Blackbird has announced a run of headline shows which will see her headline The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow as part of Celtic Connections 2025!

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Field Music

2nd February 2025

Sunderland's Field Music have announced a tour in support of their new album, which will see them headline Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 2nd February as part of Celtic Connections!

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KELI

11th June 2025 - 14th June 2025

Marking 40 years since the miners' strikes and featuring a sharp, hilarious script and live brass score KELI is a gripping show about community, creativity, and music!

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