at first light

Mixing traditional Irish songs with the power and delicacy of duelling pipes, fiddle, whistles, guitar, bouzouki and bodhrán, At First Light (featuring Dónal O’Connor on fiddle, John McSherry on whistles and pipes, Francis McIlduff on bodhran and Ciara McCrickard, vocals and fiddle) create a sonic landscape that takes the audience on a journey of discovery from the roots to the future of the Irish tradition. The pedigree of each individual musician is outstanding, their experience and sheer mastery of the music evident for all to see, but it is when their considerable talents are combined that you can expect the unexpected.

At First Light are set to literally light the way for authentic Irish Traditional music this decade with their debut album, ‘Idir’ – masterful musicianship exploring fresh perspectives on the living tradition.

Each member of the group has influenced Celtic folk music, from featuring on Grammy-award winning recordings to collaborating live with the world’s greatest folk and contemporary artists. Newest band member, Ciara McCrickard, carries the pedigree of the great Ulster song tradition into the new millennium, having learned at the feet of many of the masters. Her crystalline tone and intricate turns, combined with her vocal honesty, bring to audiences, a voice that only comes along once in a generation.

Proof that contemporary traditional music can keep its heart. Scotland on Sunday

Tickets: £12 full/£10 concession
FOLK OFFER: Get your ticket for At First Light and Damien O’Kane for only £8 when purchased together.