Heartstrings in Ireland, 29 Oct.-1 Nov. 2008

Thanks to Cathal Cusack for news of the forthcoming autumn tour by Arty McGlynn, Nollaig Casey, Máire Ní Chathasaigh, and Chris Newman ('Britain's finest flat-picking guitarist') in association with the imminent launch of their CD Heartstring sessions. Newman is a world-class flatpicker and should be heard by any lead guitar player.

After fourteen dates in England and Scotland, the ensemble will play four shows in Ireland. Full details are on the Old Bridge Music website.

Wed. 29 Oct.: McGrory's, Culdaff, Co. Donegal. Box office: 074 937 9104

Thurs. 30 Oct.: Ulster Bank Belfast Festival at Queen's, Belfast. Box office: 028 9097 1197

Fri. 31 Oct.: The Glór Centre, Causeway Link, Ennis, Co. Clare. Box office: 065 684 3103

Sat. 1 Nov.: Mermaid County Wicklow Arts Centre, Main Street, Bray, Co. Wicklow. Box office: 01 272 4030