As it says in the description, solo step dancing to polkas isn’t something you see every day of the week. Well, it is this week thanks to concertina player Cormac Begley and the amazing dancing feet of Stephanie Keane. Together they really do take this tune (three sisters) to town as Stephanie spins and dances fearlessly on not the widest of sea walls on the coast of West Kerry.
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Cormac’s knowledge of traditional Irish music easily rivals his encyclopaedic knowledge of his instruments. A plaintive waltz would effortlessly climb to a jubilant jig or a rousing reel; a stern march evolve into a soothing air; all delivered with seemingly boundless energy, infectious passion and astounding skill. Seeing Cormac Begley play live was a unique, informative, and thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Neil McFadyen, Folk Radio
Do youself a favour and buy Cormac’s debut album if you haven’t sone so already.