From the Highlands to the Ozarks

Brendan McCreanor, Betse Ellis, Beau Bledsoe & Clarke Wyatt trace Celtic music from Ireland & Scotland to the Ozarks in a vibrant concert.
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From the Highlands to the Ozarks

Masters of their craft—Brendan McCreanor (uilleann pipes), Betse Ellis (fiddle), Beau Bledsoe (guitar), and Clarke Wyatt (banjo)—bring to life the powerful musical thread connecting Ireland, Scotland, and the Ozark Mountains of Missouri and Arkansas in the United States. The ensemble reveals how Celtic traditions crossed the Atlantic and shaped American folk music, tracing a shared lineage of rhythm, melody, and community. This unforgettable evening celebrates the enduring resonance of these intertwined cultures, illuminating the deep roots that continue to bind Ireland, Scotland, and America today.