Samhain Sessions returns to Derry this year, with Lisa Hannigan, David Kitt & more on the bill

This year’s line-up features top artists, including Lisa Hannigan, David Kitt, Colm Mac Con Iomaire and more over three nights, as part of Derry and Strabane’s packed programme of Hallowe’en events running from October 26 th -November 3rd 2018.

On Sunday October 28, the award-winning Irish folk singer Lisa Hannigan will bring her breathtaking vocal style to the Guildhall’s Main Hall, where she will be joined by multi-talented musician and NI Music Prize nominee, Kitt Philippa.

Next up on Monday October 29th is the acclaimed Irish artist David Kitt, who returns for a second Samhain Sessions performance following his successful show last year. Kitt’s latest album Yous has been heralded as ‘sublime’ and ‘heartfelt’ by the critics and this year’s performance promises to be soulful Kitt at his very best.

Kitt will be joined by Irish experimental-folk sensation Joshua Burnside, who is known for his ability to channel his traditional Irish influences into a whole new blend of world music, which encompasses electronica and experimental rock. They will share the bill with well-known musician and producer Malojian.

Finally, on Tuesday October 30th, violinist and composer Colm Mac Con Iomaire will perform a celebration of Irish music with a twist. Colm will be followed by one of the most masterfully diverse musicians in the country, Derry multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer and songwriter Eoin O’Callaghan. His new project Elma Orkestra, will take the audience to an open-ended, soundscape-based terrain for a programme finale to remember.

Festivals and Events manager with Derry City and Strabane District Council, Jacqueline Whoriskey, said: “The Samhain Sessions last year really were something special, and the combined backdrop of the historic Guildhall and the Museum of the Moon were simply magical. This year’s line-up is just fantastic with the very best modern Irish artists coming together for some really special performances."

For the full programme and to book your stay and tickets for Samhain Sessions check out www.derryhalloween.com