The Sweeney Family of Drumnamore are steeped in traditional music. Their father William, pictured here would fill the long winter nights with tunes, as his wife Katie sang a song or two from a vast repertoire. Their home in Drumnamore was a regular céilí house for local musicians, including Jim Rawle, Jimmy McKiernan and Eamon Canning.
The Sweeney family, under the guidance of renowned flute -player, Lorraine, have gotten together to reminisce and play tunes for us and paint a picture of their musical experiences and history.
And here’s a sneak preview of what’s to come…
