Having spent the past couple of months presenting ‘Ireland’s Favourite Folk Song’, a new series on RTÉ that celebrates the music that defines us as a nation, Mary Black is ready to get back on the road.

Mary Black is one of Ireland’s most prominent and well-respected musicians, whose music transcends generations and embodies an inimitable passion and talent. With multi-platinum selling records and a string of awards under her belt, the vocalist’s immense catalogue spans over 30 years and encompasses some of Ireland’s favourite tunes such as ‘A Woman’s Heart’, ‘Katie’ and the instantly recognisable ‘Song for Ireland’.

Set to perform at venues around the country, Mary Black will be joined by her all-star band made up of Bill Shanley on guitars, Pat Crowley on piano and accordion, Nick Scott of double bass, Richie Buckley on saxophones and Martin Ditcham on drums and percussion.

Mary Black and her immensely talented band will appear at the following venues over the coming year…

May 23 - The Pavilion, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin
May 25 - The Source Arts Centre, Thurles, Tipperary
May 30 - The Venue Theatre, Ratoath, Meath
May 31 - O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London
June 01 - Vredenburg, Utrecht, The Netherlands
July 06 - The Feis, Liverpool
July 16 - Bremanger Theatre, Norway
September 13 - Watergate Theatre, Kilkenny
September 14 - Olympia Theatre, Dublin
September 19 - Solstice Arts Centre, Navan, Meath
September 20 - Ulster Hall, Belfast
September 21 - Limetree Arts Theatre, Limerick
September 26 - Market Place Theatre, Armagh
September 27 - Opera House, Cork
September 28 - Westlodge Hotel, Bantry, Cork
November 02 - Vicar Street, Dublin
November 07 - Strule Arts Centre, Omagh Tyrone
November 08 - Theatre Royal, Waterford
November 16 - The Guildhall, Derry
November 23 - Opera House, Wexford