Micky Fearon , Guitar, Ceol na Coille, Summer School, Donegal, Traditional Music, Irish

Micky Fearon – Guitar

Micky Fearon – Guitar

A talented and passionate young traditional singer and accompanist, hailing from County Armagh in the north of Ireland. He was born into a family with a deep appreciation for music, and grew up immersed in the rich musical culture of his community.

From a young age, Micky showed a natural talent for singing and playing music, and he began to develop his skills as a performer by participating in local sessions and festivals. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented ballad singer in the traditional music scene, known for his clear and powerful singing voice and his deft accompaniment on the guitar.

Micky is deeply committed to preserving and promoting the traditions of Irish folk music, and he is known for his careful attention to the details of traditional songs and tunes. He has a deep knowledge of the history and context of the music he performs, and his performances are imbued with a sense of respect and reverence for the rich cultural heritage of his country.

He has performed at some of the most prestigious festivals and venues across Ireland and the UK, and has collaborated with many of the most respected musicians in the field. He is widely regarded as a gifted ballad singer and accompanist within the northern traditional scene. Micky is currently preparing for the studio in hope to share his musical talents and ideas with likeminded people who are passionate about Irish music.

Denise Roper – Piano Accompaniment

Denise has studied piano from the age of five with the late Mai Mulrine, Ursula Lafferty and Leonora Carney. With a strong background in classical music with grades completed with the Royal Irish Academy, Denise has also won numerous prizes at Feis Cheoil, Feis Shligigh and Strabane Feis.
Denise went on to study music earning a B A Music and a H. Dip. Ed from NUI Maynooth. A highly sought after Musical Director and accompanist, and has toured Ireland, UK and North America playing Keys for the Trad/Rock groups Sontas, Kintra and for Dolores Keane.
Runs her own music school offering Piano, Music Theory and Leaving Cert Music classes. Accompanies, soloists, groups, choirs.