Goitse were formed in the Irish Academy of World Music in Limerick, and brought together Áine McGeeney on fiddle and vocals, Colm Phelan on bodhran, James Harvey on banjo, Conal O’Kane on guitar, and Tadhg Ó Meachair on piano/accordion.
They have produced multiple albums and are one of the most exciting live performers you will get the opportunity to see. They have been the inspiration for an entire generation of young musicians from across the midlands in particular.
Favourite tracks for this writer are No 2 – Transformed, and No 9 – My Belfast Love, written by Finbarr Magee.
Don’t just read the review, buy the CD!
This article is part of a series of articles on selected traditional Irish musicians and CD’s. At Spink Comhaltas, we believe it is critically important to support and promote our musicians, and never more so that at this time as the Covid-19 pandemic has ravaged the music industry.
Having role models and heroes is important in any walk of life, and this is true of musicians too. Some of our strongest musicians who have developed with Spink Comhaltas over the recent years have learned as much of their musidc from listening to these artists – both on CD and live – as they have learned in formal classes. We encourage our current generation of young musicians – and their parents – to consider building up their own collection of music. And while we live in a world of streaming, there is something special about being able to read the sleeve notes on an album that an artist has put a lot of energy and effort into that will always be much more meaningful than listening on a streaming service.
The musicians we have featured here are outstanding performers. Different music styles, instruments, and interpretations will appear – as well a mix of solo and group music. For most of the musicians featured, the CD featured is one of a number of works by that artist.
Spink Comhaltas promotes traditional Irish music across Laois, Carlow, Kilkenny, Kildare and further afield. With excellent teachers and resources, as well as one of the largest music instrument banks in the country, Spink Comhaltas is an excellent place to begin your journey in traditional Irish music.
In addition to teaching and promoting music, Spink Comhaltas also fosters connections – with musicians across different counties and counties, different genres of music, and other artistic and creative groups. Check out our website for more details.