This unique Scottish-Irish collaboration was inspired by the historical and cultural connections between Achill Island and Western Scotland. Specially commissioned to premiere at the inaugural Achill International Harp Festival in October 2016, it includes newly composed music by Allan MacDonald for pipes, harp and traditional ensemble, incorporating the vibrant indigenous piping tradition in Achill.

Artists : Allan MacDonald (pipes), Kathleen MacInnes (voice), Mary MacMaster (harp), Donald Hay (percussion) and Mayo artists Laoise Kelly (harp), Gráinne Hambly (harp), Diarmuid Gielty (fiddle), Seán O’Malley (pipes), Seán Lynch (pipes/whistle), Michael Lavelle (pipes/whistle/flute), Cian McNamara (accordion/drum/voice), Róisín McNulty (fiddle), Kevin Toolis (spoken word) and Siobhán McGinty (dance).