Traditional Music and Songs from County Louth, and Beyond!

Gerry and Jim will bring you music, songs and stories from The Land of Legends.
Both are steeped in the oral culture of Ireland’s smallest county.

Jim McArdle was born in Drogheda and received his musical education in Carberry’s Pub on the North Strand. He has extensively collected Traditional Music and songs in the Mid Louth area from the Hill of Rath to Ardpatrick, near Tallanstown (where Cromwell lost his nose). His main sources of inspiration have been the concertina playing and singing of the late Mary Ann Carolan (Usher) from the Hill of Rath and Tenure, and the late great fiddler Tommy McArdle from Tallanstown. He has several albums of traditional music and song, including a 3-CD compilation of historic recordings of the Usher family from Tenure. Jim is also a member of the Drogheda-based Old-Timey group, The Watery Hill Boys.

Set in the picturesque surroundings of The Glyde Inn, Annagassan, this evening pairs extraordinary music with an exquisite 4-course meal, showcasing the best of Irish hospitality.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the soul of County Louth through music, song, and fine dining!