Our Music

The Kells play primarily what is called Traditional Irish Music. This is in essence the “soul music” of the Irish race. With a genuine passion and a sincere sense of purpose the Kells pour their hearts into playing lively jigs, spirited reels and haunting airs with songs that reach deep into the moral and emotional part of man’s nature. Instruments such as the Irish uillean (pronounced “il-yun”) pipes, tin (pronounced “tin”!) whistle and flute provide the brilliant melodies, while the guitar and traditional Irish drum called a bodhran (pronounced “bow-rawn”) provide intricate layering, heart-beat and drive. Together, when played by the Kells, it produces the inspired and mighty sound called “Hardcore Irish Trad.” It is music for all ages – and for the ages.

To The Kells, playing music for others to enjoy is neither burden nor chore – it is rather a blessing and a privilege. This authentic gratitude is evident in the delivery of the music and the camaraderie shared by the band and its audience.

Music by The Kells is appropriate for intimate gatherings, raucous events and everything in between. The Kells have played nationally and often at major Irish festivals, concert halls, church and community festivals, folk festivals, ceilis, conventions, weddings, receptions, pubs, special fund-raising events, and private parties. It is practically a band for all occasions.

By request, The Kells, are accompanied by one or more world-class Irish dancers. The Kells perfrom regularly with World Stepdancing Champion John Timm and the Richens-Timm Dance Troupe, Celtic Footforce. www.richenstimm.com  Often joining The Kells is Katie Regan, from Riverdance fame, taught by the Richens Timm Academy and who now teaches at the Regan Academy of Irish Dance. www.reganacademy.com 

In additional to the band’s live performances, The Kells have also produced three CD’s and band members have been guest musicians on numerous artist recordings. The Kells 2004 CD is availabe at CD BABY, and their new 2007 CD will be available at Festivals and on line at CD BABY soon.

	2007 Don't Burn the Water 1. John Brennan's 2. Everytime 3. The B Whistle Set 4. Joy in the Lessons Learned 5. St. Amator 6. Foggy Dew 7. Mason's Apron 8. Feels Like Home to Me 9. Nathan's Session 10. Fermoy Lasses 11. Hooligans' Brigade 12. Glenbrook 13. Trad Jigs 14. Danny Boy 15. Don't Burn the Water
	2004 The Kells 1. Cashmere Shawl / Come to the Dance / Eileen Curran 2. Liverpool Hornpipe / Famous Ballymote 3. Be Thou My Vision 4. The Cup of Tea / The Ivy Leaf 5. Si Beag Si Mor 6. Dog Among the Bushes / Drawn to the Rythm / Miss Crawford 7. Darcy Farrow 8. Connie the Soldier / Handsome Young Maid 9. The Minstrel Boy 10. The Spanish Cloak / Silver Spear / Maids of Tulla 11. The Sally Garden 12. The Gander in the Pratie Hole 13. Jackson's Reel
	2002 Feast of the Archangels