Irlandiani are a collective of players who use historical and traditional instruments to explore Italian and Irish musical connections in the 18th century, and who recreate this ethos of musical collaboration and exchange in their present-day performances. Formed by Carina Drury for her debut album recording in 2020, they have performed together in venues and festivals in London, Dublin and Cork.
Our next album will be releasing with First Hand Records on the 15th September 2023! Made possible with thanks to a grant from Continuo Foundation.
This album draws inspiration from the musical life of 18th century Dublin at the Smock Alley Theatre and its neighbourhood; exploring connections between Italian and Irish musicians working there with the atmospheric, rich and earthy sound of multiple bass instruments
Players:
Aileen Henry- baroque harp
Carina Drury- baroque cello
Eimear Mc Geown- Irish flute
Fiona Gryson- Irish harp
John Henry Baker- double bass / percussion
Nathaniel Mander- harpsichord
Poppy Walshaw- baroque cello
Artwork: Matthew Robins