Laura and the Lads
Laura and The Lads ranges from a traditional trio to an ensemble five, even six, member strong. With a richly Irish core, the group also features new compositions inspired by traditional forms, as well as music from Scotland, France and Northern Spain. Their arrangements and interpretations are wonderfully arresting and always charming.
All members of this ensemble are accomplished players and they thoroughly delight in performing their best selections from a vast repertoire. World class Irish stepdance can also be an element of their touring shows.
The trio features Laura on wooden flutes, whistles, concertina, Scottish smallpipes, Border pipes, French pipes and voice, supported by guitar and percussion (including the Irish bodhran). The larger ensemble can include fiddle, bass, Irish dance and even Irish-style harmonica. Together, they present a dazzling spectrum of Irish music and dance plus Celtic music from Scotland, France, Galicia and Minnesota, with great exuberance and skill.
Laura and the Lads' self-titled CD is available on this website, with samples.
A selection of Laura and The Lads' repertoire can also be heard right HERE.