Breathtaking new versions of old Irish songs, by major talents of folk,
contemporary music and alternative rock. ‘Minimalistic, almost sacral
playing’ (de Volkskrant).

When five masters of music have a
spontaneous studio session, miracles can happen, as proven by The
Gloaming. Soon after the first jam session the band was hailed by The
Irish Times as the new supergroup of Irish music. These major talents
from folk, contemporary music and alternative rock play breathtaking new
versions of old Irish songs, ‘disguised as refined chamber music’, said
de Volkskrant, ‘minimalistic, almost sacral playing by meditative
guitar, violin and piano.’

All members of The Gloaming are
seasoned recording artists in Irish and Celtic music, some having worked
with such names as Antony & the Johnsons, David Byrne and Laurie
Anderson. Martin Hayes, one of the best fiddle players in the world, and
guitarist Dennis Cahill have been frequent collaborators for some time.
Caoimhin Ó Raghallaigh plays the atypical Norwegian hardangar fiddle
and Thomas ‘Doveman’ Bartlett, who has worked with indie rock band The
National, provides adventurous piano playing. Instrumentals are
alternated with songs, performed by vocalist Iarla Ó Lionáird.

‘With
the minimalism of true virtuosos they listen to each other before they
contribute. Slowly cycling melodies lead to a compelling climax’ (NRC in
a review of the Dutch live debut of The Gloaming, in 2013 at the
Bimhuis).

The Bimhuis restaurant is open prior to the concert from 6.30 till 8.30PM (reservations via 020-7882158).

Tickets via Muziekgebouw aan ’t IJ.

LIVE IN CONCERT
LOCATION: MUZIEKGEBOUW AAN ‘T IJ
Iarla Ó Lionáird zang/harmonium, Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh fiddle, Dennis Cahill gitaar, Martin Hayes zang/fiddle, Thomas Bartlett piano