Galway audiences are set to enjoy a unique celebration of folk music at Monroe’s Live when Grosse Isle takes to the stage on Friday, September 19, as part of Culture Night.
The dynamic trio, featuring Sophie Lavoie, André Marchand, and Fiachra O’Regan, brings together the rich traditions of Irish and Québécois folk, creating an evening of vibrant melodies, intricate rhythms, and heartfelt performance.
Doors open at 8pm and the event is free, making it an accessible cultural highlight for music lovers across the city.
Grosse Isle’s music is rooted in the folk traditions of both Ireland and Québec, combining time-honoured tunes with contemporary influences.
Lavoie and Marchand bring their Québécois heritage to the mix, infusing the performance with distinctive rhythms and harmonies drawn from French-Canadian folk. O’Regan contributes his expertise in Irish traditional music, and combined: the trio creates a fusion of styles honouring the history of each tradition in a high-spirited performance.
Audiences can expect a repertoire that spans the cultural roots and sound of several genres.
Culture Night provides a fitting backdrop for Grosse Isle’s performance, offering an opportunity for audiences to engage with live music in an inclusive and welcoming setting.
With free entry and a focus on cross-cultural exchange, the evening is positioned to attract both folk enthusiasts and those new to these musical traditions.
Grosse Isle’s Galway appearance highlights the continuing vitality of folk music, celebrating the shared and distinct elements of Irish and Québécois heritage.
Don’t miss the trio’s performance on Friday, September 19 at 8pm as it is a chance to experience the joy, energy, and depth that cross cultural folk music can bring.
Entrance free. Doors at 8pm.
