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Lunasa at the Pantages!
Celtic Junction Arts Center is proud to produce this special performance by Lúnasa, a band that has set the bar for Irish traditional music since their formation in 1997. Often called an “Irish music dream team,” Lúnasa brings together some of the most respected and influential musicians in the genre.
Named for the ancient Celtic harvest festival honoring Lugh, the Irish god of the arts, Lúnasa has enchanted audiences worldwide with their inventive arrangements and vibrant performances. Over their 25+ year career, they have sold more than a quarter-million records, played over 2,500 shows in 36 countries, and shared the stage with artists like Natalie Merchant, Mary-Chapin Carpenter, and Bruce Springsteen.
With a lineup featuring members who have shaped the sound of modern Irish music, Lúnasa’s performances are rich with rhythm, depth, and energy.
- Trevor Hutchinson, bassist and former member of The Waterboys
- Cillian Vallely, piper and Riverdance alum who has collaborated with Bruce Springsteen
- Kevin Crawford, a flute player recognized as one of Ireland’s best
- Sean Smyth, an All-Ireland fiddle champion and founding member of Donal Lunny’s Coolfin
- Colin Farrell, a multiple award-winning fiddler with a wide-ranging repertoire
- Ed Boyd, a guitarist acclaimed for his work with Flook and Kate Rusby
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Lúnasa has been called “the hottest Irish acoustic band on the planet” (The Irish Voice) and “the new gods of Irish music” (MOJO Magazine). Their concerts balance technical brilliance with lively spontaneity, delivering music that is as rooted in tradition as it is alive with contemporary spirit.
Ring in St. Patrick’s Day weekend with Lúnasa! Masters of Irish instrumental music, they’re renowned for their dynamic arrangements and quick-witted stage presence. Their concerts are a masterclass in rhythm, depth, and energy. Join the “Irish Music Dream Team” for a night of powerful, joyful music deeply rooted in tradition. Adding to the celebration, the Kickin’ It Irish dancers will take the stage, bringing their thrilling step dance to this extraordinary evening. Presented by the Celtic Junction Arts Center
