Asgards - Traditional Irish Music

TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC

available for weddings, events and occasions

WEDDINGS

Creating the right atmosphere for your Wedding or Event is important. You can rest assured that The Asgards will provide your event with that special touch and your guests will remember the day for years to come. With many years of experience playing for Weddings, the Asgards are well-versed in Traditional Irish tunes and Songs, as well as Classical and Contemporary pieces.

EVENTS

We perform at a variety of events around the country and are available for occasions such as corporate gatherings, large family celebrations, ceremonies, parties and regular performances at venues suited to live music. Our typical performance is 1-2 hours and contains a wide variety of musical styles in the Irish tradition, including jigs and reels, hornpipes, airs and waltzes.

MUSIC

Irish music is a folk tradition known throughout the world for its emphasis on technical virtuosity, intricate patterns and furious tempo. Traditional Instruments include the bodhran, pipes, flutes, whistles and fiddle. A night of traditional music embraces a catalogue of Irish song which continues to evolve and develop in the hands of contemporary musicians.

Mary And John,Wedding
We wanted traditional Irish music at our intimate wedding ceremony and got this and more when the Asgards played for us. The group played beautifully and made our day so special and memorable. I would highly recommend the Asgards for a wedding. (Mary and John, 16th June 2017).

Mary And John,Wedding

OUR MUSIC

The Asgards are highly professional and sought after for Weddings and Corporate Events and have played for companies such as PayPal, Anam, Abbey Tours and play regularly at Wrights Anglers Rest, Chapelizod.
The Asgards generally play in the greater Dublin area, but are also available in Leinster. Please drop us a line and we will be happy to tailor your music requirements with additional musicians and dancers upon request.

THE MUSICIANS

Mick Dunphy,Guitar, Bodhran, Whistle, Vocals
Mick Dunphy is a Waterford native from a musical family. He plays the Guitar, Bodhran, Whistle and will belt out a ballad if it’s called for. He has performed and taught Irish music at many colleges, festivals and venues around the world from Trinity College Dublin to the Milwaukee Irish Fest.
Mick Dunphy,Guitar, Bodhran, Whistle, Vocals
Alison Gough,Fiddle
Alison Gough, from County Dublin is a Classically trained violinist from a traditional Irish music background. She has played across the globe from Las Vegas Fremont Street to folk festivals in the south of France. You might catch her some night playing some lively tunes at the Anglers Rest in the Strawberry Beds….
Alison Gough,Fiddle
Gerry Byrne,Flute and whistle
Gerry Byrne is a native of Dublin and has been playing flute and whistle for most of his life, having won his first prize for whistle playing at the tender age of 10! He plays both classical and traditional, having studied at the Leinster School of Music. Along with fellow Asgards members, Gerry is frequently to be found at The Anglers Rest, but still finds time to play regularly at festivals in France, Scotland and further afield.
Gerry Byrne,Flute and whistle

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BOOKING

For booking please contact:

booking@asgards.ie

Or call:

Gerry Byrne: 086 650 4721

Mick Dunphy: 087 750 5225

Alison Gough: 086 256 7808

We play our regular sessions at the Anglers Rest in Dublin, next to the Phoenix Park. Drop in any Wednesday or Friday night after 8pm for ceoil agus craic!