In this episode of ink & peat ~ which we refer to as a session for reasons that will become clear ~ we have a chat with Andrew Gillespie, box player, singer, folk music advocate, consummate musician, and generous soul. Andrew is a leading figure in the Killala Bay Folk Club and music scene. He joins us for a chat about playing the box, what makes for a memorable session, and how traditional music is alive and well in Ireland today. Listen in to get a sense of what great craic you can expect if you’re lucky enough to share a session or an evening with Andrew and friends.
Wonderfully warm and interesting interview.! Great directions have evolved in your tours! Please know how much you are admired. So wish ‘could be with you. Tho’, you”teleport”us with your letters and photos, and now, Memoir Tours! Sensing your extensive research and fun in your work.. Your combined talents abound in sharing musical tradition and place. Happy ongoing and lovely sojourns!
Thank you, Barb! Great to hear from you and know the teleport has landed on appreciative ears. Great fun! All the best to you. Hope to see you soon:-)
Thank you, Craig, for an engaging and informative interview with Andrew Gillespie. All of your guests are passionate about their areas of expertise. You have a wonderful way of posing questions that allow them to speak from their experience while sharing the bits you want your listeners to know about. I could also easily see/hear you playing music along with Andrew in a cozy pub. And, listening to Andrew speak provided it’s own music in a cadence I’m not used to hearing. Well done!
Thanks, Janine! Agreed. Andrew’s got loads of stories and songs to keep a room engaged for more than an evening. Let’s plan on you hearing him in person one day. Thanks for the post!