Renowned for their electrifying live shows, NoCrows will bring their unique fusion of genres to Ballina Arts Centre on January 23 next.
Formed in 2005, the dynamic Sligo-based folk orchestra has built a reputation for a spectacularly diverse sound.
Their growing catalogue of original material draws from a rich melting pot of influences, including Irish traditional, Latin rumba, jazz, classical, and Balkan music.
The band’s vibrant sound is driven by the distinct compositional voices of all six members: Felip Carbonell (guitar, voice), Ray Coen (guitar, fiddle, voice), Anna Houston (cello, mandolin), Eddie Lee (double bass), Oleg Ponomarev (violin) and Steve Wickham (fiddle, voice).
Their performances are a journey from delicate Irish airs to Gypsy mayhem, captivating audiences at major festivals like Glastonbury and Dranouter.
Dublin-based Ponomarev, for instance, consistently challenges and excites the ensemble with his Gypsy and jazz-influenced tunes. As Eddie Lee notes: “Oleg is one of those exciting musicians I used to go and hear in concert before getting the chance to work with him. He writes tunes that challenge and excite – especially us lucky musicians who get to play them.”
The collaborative spirit ensures a constantly evolving and thrilling repertoire, much of which will be featured in the early 2026 live dates.
Tickets for NoCrows’ Ballina Arts Centre show cost €22 (+booking fee) and can be booked online HERE
