Renowned Irish harpist Úna Ní Fhlannagáin will be performing in Whangateau on March 31st. Fusing Irish traditional music, original compositions, and soulful singing, she has shared the stage with luminaries such as Celtic music icon Alan Stivell, Grammy-winner Bobby McFerrin, and free jazz legend Anthony Braxton.

Sponsored by Culture Ireland, Úna is touring Aotearoa New Zealand for the first time this March. The concert, set to take place at Whangateau Hall, promises to be an unforgettable evening of music, as Úna transports the audience to the heart of Ireland’s musical traditions. A virtuoso instrumentalist, it's been said that she can 'knock sparks' out of the Irish harp! She also captivates audiences with her evocative storytelling through song. This is a rare opportunity to witness a truly exceptional talent right in our own backyard—an extraordinary chance to expand our minds and experience something refreshingly different.

Úna calls Ireland home and proudly describes herself as "the most Irish person you will ever meet"! Her deep roots in Irish culture run through every aspect of her life: her parents met at the national traditional music festival, she speaks the Irish language fluently, and she lives on an island where donkeys roam freely. She also has a strong passion for tea!

Ireland’s rich folk music tradition will be reflected in the structure of the evening, as the night begins with songs by local singers. The event will be a wonderful mixture of ancient art, contemporary collaborations, and music-making; don’t miss your chance to attend! Tickets for the evening are available now at a very reasonable cost of $15.

Check out Úna's music here http://una.ie/music/

Details:

Concert Date & Time: March 31st, 2025, 7pm

Tickets: $15

Location: Whangateau Hall, 533 Leigh Road, Leigh

Email to book tickets: [email protected]