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| THE KANE SISTERS
from Connemara Friday, August 19, 8:00 pm The Coatesville Cultural Society 143 E. Lincoln Highway Coatesville, PA 19320 (610) 486-2220 Tickets: $15; children under 12, free |
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Liz & Yvonne Kane create a highly exciting and vibrant sound. These sisters come from Dawros, on the outskirts of Letterfrack, a village in Connemara along the West coast of Ireland. With a musical tradition on both sides of the family, it was only natural for the girls to play music. Their grandfather, fiddle player Jimmy Mullen, has been a leading figure on the traditional music scene in Connemara for over 50 years and it was his enthusiasm that encouraged the sisters to learn to play the fiddle (Click pic for larger view) Yvonne and Liz consider their style to be heavily influenced by South Sligo fiddle playing, the music of East Galway and in particular the fiddle playing and compositions of Paddy Fahey. In recent years, the sisters have been privileged to meet and play with Paddy whose music plays a central role in their repertoire. The recordings of Michael Coleman, Hughie Gillespie, Andy McGann and Kathleen Collins have also made an impact on their music. For tickets or more information, call: (610) 486-2220. |
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