SOLD OUT !!!!

ANDY M. STEWART/ GERRY O'BEIRNE

TOGETHER

Thursday, Sept. 16

7:30 PM

Andy and Gerry return to Little Lake Hill!!! They gave an astounding SOLD OUT performance Valentine's Day, 2002

 How exciting that these two legendary singers and songwriters in the Celtic vein will make their way to grace this 'stage'.

Called one of Celtic music's most gifted singers and arguably the best songwriter in the entire folk tradition, Andy M. Stewart has been delighting audiences with his music and humor for two decades. Born in Perthshire, Scotland, Andy grew up in a family noted for its fine traditional singing. He first drew the attention of the music world with his work as lead singer and instrumentalist for Silly Wizard, with whom he toured until their break-up in 1988. It was while Andy was in the Wizards that he gained much recognition for his beautiful interpretations of the traditional songs of Scotland and Ireland and also became known as a master of songwriting in the traditional style.  "The Ramblin' Rover", the "Queen of Argyle", and "Where Are You Tonight, I Wonder" have become classics. He has been recorded on 23 albums, 4 of which are solos: By the Hush, named Folk Album of the Year by Melody Maker Magazine, Songs of Robert Burns, Man in the Moon, and his most recent release, Donegal Rain.  He has also recorded three albums with Manus Lunny: Fire in the Glen (also featuring Phil Cunningham of Silly Wizard), Dublin Lady, and At It Again. The Boston Globe says, "Andy M. Stewart is among the finest interpreters of Scottish folksongs and a wonderful songwriter." Dirty Linen says, "Stewart's trademark is his vocal power and uncanny ability to capture every emotional nuance in a lyric....vivid, passionate and compelling." Known for his wicked wit and sterling live performances, Andy M. Stewart is among the finest singers in the Scots/Irish traditional genre, with a voice that "conveys more emotion in one line than most singers do in a lifetime." (Beacon Herald) ,

Gerry O'Beirne is no stranger to our stage. First appearing here as Andy's accompanist in 2002 (they have worked together since 1991), he returned for a sold out solo performance, playing 12 string, 6 string guitars and tiny ukulele with unbelievable talent! AND, for a third time with the Willow Band, in March 2004. Hailing from the West of Ireland, he is a self-taught master of the six and twelve string guitar, accomplished songwriter, and skilled arranger/producer. He has toured with Patrick Street, Waterboys, Sharon Shannon Band, Kevin Burke and Andy Irvine. His songs have been covered by Mary Black, Maura O'Connell and many others. His first long-awaited solo DC, Half Moon Bay, has been chosen as one of the best 12 independent releases of 2000 by Performing Songwriter magazine. Also, it was chosen as one of Folkworld's top ten albums of the year.

Gerry's outstanding arrangements and accompaniment brings a beautiful rich texture to traditional standards and is a brilliant underscore for Andy's voice and lyrics. The Los Angeles Times describe the duo's performances as 'moving from achingly gorgeous ballads to romping jigs....Andy's hilarious introductions have become as treasured as his music."

To have a peak at their music click on the tracks below:

Reservations ($15) for this show are necessary and can be made at (919) 787-6378 or emailing bett@bettpadgett.com. This show will go VERY QUICKLY so don't wait!