Song Brother + Annúir @ Humph Hall

‘Song Brother’ was an affectionate term used by Anthony Woolcott and Miguel Heatwole during almost 25 years together in the Gaelic vocal trio Triantan, It’s the banner they now sing under, together with their song-sister, Sophie Moore. Always loyal to the ancient and modern folksongs that nurture them, the group nevertheless finds harmonious pathways to other music.

Their quest has taken them as far as Middle Earth where they intone an eerie reverence for Tolkien’s Elvish gods. Who knew that 1970s prog-rock, with its drums, guitars and synthsisers replaced by only an occasional bodhrán, would yield such gems of lyrical and melodic beauty?  And through it all their voices weave tradition.

Annúir - Energetic and alive with modern influence, Annúir brings together two generations of musicians playing traditional music rooted in the Irish music tradition. High‑octane contemporary tunes collide with beautifully sung folk songs in close two‑part harmony, creating a sound that is both powerful and intimate.

Annúir features Ais O’Neill (whistles, vocals – 2024 NSW Folk Federation Young Folk Artist of the Year), Fiona McVicar (fiddle, vocals), and Ken O’Neill (guitar, Irish bouzouki).