A powerful traditional trio will launch the 2026 "Blarney Star" concert series at the New York Irish Center. Maryland native Andrew Caden has been hailed by no less than De Dannan star Frankie Gavin as today's best young Irish fiddle player. His recent recording with Sligo flute player Conor McDonagh has been reaping rave reviews. Diarmuid Ó Meachair, from Irish-speaking Cúil Aodha in west County Cork, is an utterly astounding button accordionist with a penchant for the old-time style of 78 rpm-era greats P.J. Conlon, John Kimmel and Joe Derrane. Andrew and Diarmuid will be joined by Baltimore-based Matt Mulqueen, a pianist of great talent and taste whose own button accordion playing informs his superb accompaniment.

Tickets available at the door or in advance via
www.newyorkirishcenter.org

Upcoming Shows

February 13
Dylan Foley and Brendan Dolan
Fiddle and Piano

March 6
Niall Mulligan and Friends
Fiddle, Piano, Dance and More

April 17
Seán Gavin and Caoimhín Ó Fearghail
Uilleann Pipes, Flute, Guitar and Songs