Sharon Shannon and Ali Levack Big Band
Legendary Irish musician Sharon Shannon, known for her dynamic stage presence and virtuosic talent, comes to Celtic Connections 2026 for a show at the Old Fruitmarket on Thursday 22nd January!
About Sharon Shannon and Ali Levack Big Band
| 22nd January 2026 | |
| 7.45pm | |
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The Old Fruitmarket The Old Fruitmarket Candleriggs, Glasgow City Centre G1 1NQ |
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| £26.14 | |
| Event organiser/part of Celtic Connections | |
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Irish musician and composer Sharon Shannon is a groundbreaking figure who redefined the role of the button accordion in traditional music. Hailing from County Clare, she is celebrated for her lively, lyrical playing and her fearless approach to genre.
A former member of seminal folk-rock band The Waterboys, Shannon's subsequent solo career exploded with her 1991 self-titled debut, which remains the best-selling album of traditional Irish music ever released in Ireland. While firmly rooted in traditional Irish music, Shannon's multi-platinum career is defined by her eclectic collaborations, fearlessly blending her sound with reggae, country, hip-hop, tango, and classical music. She has recorded and toured with a "who's who" of global talent, including Bono, Adam Clayton, John Prine, Steve Earle, Willie Nelson, and Shane MacGowan.
Known for her energetic and unpretentious live performances, Sharon Shannon is truly a national treasure whose dynamic stage presence and virtuosic talent continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
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