Caroline Keane - Kickstarter Project for new Album

This is not a complete Bouzouki CD, but there will be some bouzouki playing to be heard on this second Album by Caroline. I met her several times on my visits to Dingle in the pas years. She's a fantastic concertina player. If you don't know her first CD please give it a listen.

Now she is on her way to the second Album which might be even better. So please consider backing her project on kickstarter. Here's the link:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/carolinekeanemusic

Here are two videos of her and Tom Delaney which I recorded in Dingle last summer.

This is what Caroline writes about her project:

Hi everyone,
I’m so excited to share my new solo album with you and invite you to be part of it through this Kickstarter. This collection means a lot to me. Each piece represents a pivotal moment in my journey as an artist, a chance to pause, reflect, and think about what’s ahead.
I feel incredibly lucky to be working with some of the most talented and generous musicians in the traditional music scene. Their creativity and passion have lifted this project in ways I couldn’t have imagined, and I’m deeply grateful for their contributions.
It’s been five years since my debut album SHINE. Life has been full, marriage, the birth of our two little ones, Chloe and Turlough, and everything in between. Musically, I’ve been exploring new paths too. Supported by Údarás na Gaeltachta, I’ve been researching and responding artistically to music from the place I now call home, Corca Dhuibhne. A Traditional Arts Bursary kindly bestowed by The Arts Council also allowed me to dive into the concertina’s potential as an accompaniment instrument. Both projects contribute material to this new collection.
Motherhood has brought its challenges but also a huge burst of energy, creativity, and passion. I feel more driven than ever to make art, collaborate, and share music that’s honest, creative and plain old giddy.

This album explores themes close to my heart: strong women, family, resilience, self-advocacy, stepping into my voice as an artist, and leading by example for my kids. I hope it will take you on the journey with me through moments of laughter, elation, loss, and resilience.
I’m lucky to be collaborating with amazing creatives: musicians Steve Cooney, Ryan Molloy, Conal O’Kane, Edwina Guckian, Tom Delany, and Eamonn Murray; videographer Mickey Kelly; artist Karen Sherwood; graphic designer Ross Curran; and sound engineer Donogh Hennessy. Their dedication and creativity inspire me every day. I’m still shaping the artwork and can’t wait to share it with you.
By backing this project, you’ll get early access to the album, limited-edition merchandise, and even a chance to attend a private concert. It’s also the perfect opportunity to grab a gift for the music lover in your life: Albums, collector’s items, original compositions, or even concertina lessons. Most importantly, you’ll be helping an independent artist bring this project to life.
Thank you for listening, coming to shows, and supporting independent music. You make this possible, and I’m endlessly grateful.

Caroline x

Tom Delaney & Caroline Keane - Munster Buttermilk - Tab

This is a lovely clip from Tom and Caroline playing two Jigs: Munster Buttermilk and Port Mhoss Mhartin (aka Contentment is wealth).

I tried to tab Tom's accompaniment for the Munster Buttermilk. First line melody, second line accompaniment. 

You can download the whole tab here

I also tabbed the second round through the tune which you can download here

Tom Delaney - The Lark's Call CD - Bouzouki: Alan Murray

 

I met Tom this summer several times in Dingle where he played together with his wife Caroline Keane in various pubs. Of course I bought this album from him on vinyl. The bouzouki player on the album is Alan Murray who at the time of recording was member of Fourwinds together with Tom, Caroline and Robbie Walsh. 

On the album you'll find a variety of tunes (jigs, reels, slow air) played so beautifully and with drive. 

You can get the album on bandcamp

Here's the website of Fourwinds

Here's a long comment on the album by Graham Brown

And isn't the cover beautiful? On the back you can see the "3 sisters" of Dingle. (Picture stolen from Custy's Music in Ennis where you can buy the album too)

Here are some clips of the album:

The Lark's Call - The Job of Journeywork, Dinny O'Brien's, The Pigeon On the Gate

Jim O'Connor's / My Former Wife / Kilglass Lake · Tom Delany

Aoibhneas Eillis Ni Chealaigh / Nora Crionna / Moss Martin's

Caroline Keane & Tom Delaney

Tom Delany is a highly regarded uilleann piper, bouzouki player, and singer from Dingle, County Kerry, Ireland. Born in France to an Irish father, he was immersed in Irish traditional music from an early age. 

He has released his solo debut album The Lark’s Call in February 2022, which has been praised for its blend of fluent piping, expressive whistle playing, and imaginative arrangements. He is also one half of the duo Caroline & Tom (with concertina player Caroline Keane), and a member of the band FourWinds. Tom regularly tours internationally and is noted for the emotional depth of his slow airs, as well as the vitality he brings to jigs, reels, hornpipes and other dance tunes.

Here are some videos in which you can see Tom playing his bouzouki.

Bothy Band Rooftop Session Tom Delany (Bouzouki) Brian O'Loughlin (Flute) Tadhg Mulligan (Fiddle)

My heart tonight's in Ireland 

Caroline Keane and Tom Delany live virtual concert at The Virtual Irish Festival of Oulu

he plays bouzouki on some tunes.

Caroline Keane & Tom Delany (Ireland) - full set, Shelter in Place Sessions

and also some tunes on bouzouki