Len Graham (Special Event)

Len Graham offers traditional songs in English from the North of Ireland, with memories from a lifetime of collecting and singing. Len's extensive repertory of songs covers the gamut of themes and human experience as portrayed in the old ballads, local songs, come-all-ye's, lyric folksongs, music hall pieces; songs on politics, murder, love, emigration and more.

From Mullaghbawn, Newry, County Armagh, Northern Ireland, Len Graham was born into an Antrim family steeped in traditional music, song, and dance. He is one of the foremost performers and collectors of Ulster music. A recipient of numerous awards and accolades, he uses traditional songs to pass down Ulster's history to contemporary audiences. A professional singer since 1982, he has been the source of traditional songs for many of Ireland's leading performers, including Altan, The Chieftains, De Danann, and Dolores Keane.

Suggested donation: $15. (More if you wish--all the money goes to the performer.) Reservations for this special house concert are a must--the audience size will be limited by the capacity of the air conditioning. Please call Dennis or Judy at 301-776-4314 or e-mail for reservations and directions.