Tir na nÓg (the Land of Eternal Youth otherworld in Irish mythology) are Rosemary Gano and Keith Carr, who play Irish music in the “pure drop” manner. That is, they follow the tradition closely, playing and singing in the style heard in pub sessions and at traditional dances and events. This wonderful music genre is, by turns, spirited, infectious, downright fierce -- and often, profoundly haunting and moving.

The duo's music covers the full range of the tradition's expression, and includes lively reels and jigs, haunting airs and ballads, and spirited songs. Their instrumental sound combines the lyricism of Rosemary's traditional Irish wooden flute with the distinctive sounds of Keith's ten-string Irish cittern (bouzouki), tenor banjo, and bodhrán. Both members of the duo sing, and their voices blend in appealing harmonies. The two met in the Irish pub session scene in the Washington, DC area and recognized that together they could produce music that is truly special. They are both classically trained musicians who bring considerable musical knowledge and instrumental skill to the mix. They can frequently be heard at pub, restaurant, and special event performances in the Washington area.

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