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Irish traditional band performs March 14

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BARRE – One of Ireland’s traditional groups, Dervish, will be at the Barre Opera House, March 14, at 7:30 p.m.

Dervish, an Irish traditional band, including (from left) Michael Holmes (bouzouki), Liam Kelly (flute, whistles), Cathy Jordan (vocals, bodhran), Shane Mitchell (accordion) and Tom Morrow (fiddle), performs at the Barre Opera House, March 14.

Originating from County Sligo, Ireland, Dervish features some of the country’s finest traditional musicians, fronted by vocalist and bodhrán player Cathy Jordan, winner of the TG4 (the Irish Public television station) “Singer of the Year Award” in 2024. 

Dervish’s touring history, includes performances at festivals like Rock in Rio, where they played to an audience of 250,000, and Glastonbury. They’ve also served as cultural ambassadors, accompanying Irish leaders on state visits and even performing an impromptu session on the Great Wall of China.

Tickets may be ordered online at barreoperahouse.org or call the Barre Opera House at (802) 476-8188. The Opera House, at 6 North Main Street in Barre, is handicapped accessible and equipped for the hearing impaired.

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