The Crankie Island Song Project is an artistic archive of stories and songs from Ireland's rich musical tradition.
Celebrated singer Cathy Jordan, of traditional powerhouse Dervish, brings these tales to life with music, sound, and visuals, preserving them for future generations. Using a 'Crankie box' — a unique storytelling device with scrolling illustrations — this project beautifully marries song and art.
Featuring 32 songs, one from each county in Ireland, the Crankie Island Song Project is a musical atlas of the island, highlighting themes of love, loss, rebellion, and revelry. Join Cathy and her talented ensemble on a nationwide tour this October, blending haunting melodies with captivating visuals for an unforgettable experience.
Cathy Jordan - Vocals, Bodhran, Guitars
Claudia Schwab - Vocals, Violin
Anna Houston - Vocals, Cello, Mandoline, Banjo
Seamie O’Dowd, Vocals, Guitar, Bouzouki
Rick Epping - Vocals, Harmonica, Concertina
Peter Crann - Crankie operator, providing the incredible backdrop of the moving visuals accompanying each track.