An Irish Celebration will bring the soul of traditional Irish music to the concert halls across the USA in March 2026, paying homage to Ireland’s musical roots while celebrating its evolving global influence. Curated by Ireland’s preeminent musician Martin Hayes and his Common Ground Ensemble, the concert will showcase a dynamic lineup of artists in an unbroken, immersive through-performance that promises to enchant audiences and celebrate the cultural bridge between Ireland and the USA.

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Isata Kanneh-Mason

Severance Music Center

Legendary Irish fiddler Martin Hayes leads a wide-ranging concert celebration a few days after St. Patrick’s Day, featuring an exciting variety of special guests, traditional sean-nós singing and dancing, and modern takes on Irish traditions. Regarded as one of the most significant talents to emerge in the world of Irish music, Hayes has drawn inspiration from many musical genres but remains grounded in the music he grew up with in East County Clare.

Martin Hayes & the Common Ground Ensemble

University of Michigan

One of the world’s most celebrated Irish fiddlers, Martin Hayes has been a standout on the Irish trad scene for decades. A six-time All-Ireland fiddling champion from County Clare—the homeland of traditional Irish music—Hayes has a unique ability to transform and broaden listeners’ understanding. His music remains deeply rooted in Irish expression, yet it reaches across styles and cultures, creating a truly global conversation.

Martin Hayes and the Common Ground Ensemble

Boston Symphony Hall

Muhly is an American composer and sought-after collaborator whose work includes commissions from The Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, Westminster Abbey and the Royal Ballet. His collaborators range from musician James Blake to choreographers Benjamin Millepied and Mark Morris to The Tallis Scholars. His work for screen includes the BBC’s adaptation of Howards End (2017) and Pachinko for Apple TV+ (2022-2024).

Marking Time: Nico Muhly / Sadler's Wells

Sadler's Wells

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of This Is The Kit, led by the talented songwriter and banjo strummer Kate Stables. The Paris-based, UK-born artist and her ensemble create songs that untangle emotional knots and weave remarkable stories. The Barns’ intimate setting is the perfect venue to experience This Is The Kit’s poetic prowess and soft melodies. Sam Amidon, the Vermont-born singer, guitarist, fiddler, and banjo player, opens the show.

Sam Amidon

Events

Past events

Mar 22, 2026

Isata Kanneh-Mason · The Cleveland Orchestra

Mar 20, 2026

Martin Hayes & the Common Ground Ensemble · University Musical Society

Future and recently performed repertoire

Vocals in Drown by Muhly

Britten Sinfonia

Vocals in The Only Tune by Muhly

Britten Sinfonia

Vocals in Drones by Muhly

Britten Sinfonia

Vocals in Diacritical Marks by Muhly

Britten Sinfonia

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