Inis Oirr

Here is the next in the series of recordings of Inis Oirr . It was recorded live at the Irish Village during their St Patrick’s Festival 2009. This is a song called Bridget Donoghue. The lyrics were written by Johnnie Patterson who lived in America. Alan Burke, a great singer and musician, wrote the music for the song.

All Inis Oirr’s recordings can be found on their music page but you can click on the link below for Bridget Donoghue

Music Clip

Here is the next in the series of clips that has been added to the Inis Oirr Website. It is a reel set made up of The Green Mountain, Tom Ward’s Downfall and Cooleys. It was recorded live at the Irish Village during their St Patrick’s Festival 2009.

All Inis Oirr’s recordings can be found on their music page but you can click here for The Green Mountain.

Music Clip

During March 2009, Inis Oirr played for four nights at the Irish Village, Dubai.  Each night their performance was recorded live. It was the first live recording that the band have done together and it captures the energy and upbeat musical arrangement that Inis Oirr are well known for.

Over the next few weeks these lives recordings will be added to the music page of the Inis Oirr website . Check back there regularly so you won’t miss out!

To whet your appetite, here is a reel set called Jenny Pickin’ Cockles. The other tunes in the set are Sevens and The Ivy Leaf.

Music Clip