Kevin Roach

Multi-instrumentalist

Inspired by traditional Celtic music, Kevin Roach performs traditional and original instrumentals on guitar, tenor banjo, mandolin, bouzouki and fiddle. He regularly appears at pubs and concerts in and around Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada and can always be found wherever there's a pint and a good session. more...

Kevin's new CD, The Downpour, is a richly-layered solo recording featuring tunes and sets arranged by Kevin from the traditional Celtic repertoire as well as some newly composed dance tunes and intricate guitar instrumentals. more...

" . . . a versatile musician who has played country, rock, bluegrass and other musical styles. He is probably best known for his love of traditional celtic music, especially Irish dance music." -- John Ferguson, McGinty

News

Rumour has it that Kevin and Jane may go on holiday again this year. Two years in a row--could it be possible? Watch this space.

Kevin is back on the Tall Ship Silva for the summer. Cruise ship passengers and other groups enjoy his music while touring Halifax Harbour.

On Saturday, April 12, 2008, Kevin played at the Wallace Community Hall on Nova Scotia's beautiful Sunshine Coast. Kevin was one of several exciting musicians invited to support the community's efforts to revive the popular Northumberland Folk concert series.

Kevin rang in the New Year with Jimmy Sweeney and the Gig Dogs at the Old Triangle Irish Alehouse. Never a cover, not even on New Year's Eve.

Kevin and Jane go on holiday! Mark your calendar, folks, it might not happen again. They meandered around Massachusetts in the summer of 2007, playing sessions with the likes of Oisan McAuley (Danu), Johnny O'Leary and PV O'Donnell. The journey ended with a blast at the ICONS Festival, where they grooved to the music of Paddy Keenan and Kevin Burke and more.

KEVIN IS AN ECMA NOMINEE! Kevin's first CD, The Downpour, was nominated for a 2007 East Coast Music Award in the Instrumental Recording of the Year category.

Current Performances

September 19-20, 2008 (Friday and Saturday)
Celtic Corner, Dartmouth, NS, with Irish singer Jimmy Sweeney

August 14-16, 2008 (Thursday to Saturday)
Celtic Corner, Dartmouth, NS, with Jimmy Sweeney

July 30-August 2, 2008 Wednesday to Saturday
Old Triangle Pub, Halifax, NS, with Jimmy Sweeney

July 11-12, 2008 (Friday and Saturday)
Celtic Corner, Dartmouth, NS, with Jimmy Sweeney

June 27-28, 2008 (Friday and Saturday)
Celtic Corner, Dartmouth, NS, with Jimmy Sweeney

June 4-7, 2008(Wednesday to Saturday)
Old Triangle Pub, Halifax, NS, with Jimmy Sweeney

May 16-17, 2008 (Friday and Saturday)
Celtic Corner, Dartmouth, NS, with Jimmy Sweeney

St. Patrick's Day!
March 17, 2008 (Monday)
Old Triangle Pub, Halifax, NS

January 10, 2008 (Thursday)
The Music Room, Halifax, NS, with Jimmy Sweeney and other featured guests

December 31, 2007 (Monday)
Old Triangle Pub, Halifax, NS, with Jimmy Sweeney and the Gig Dogs

Traditional Music Sessions

Sunday Set Dance Session: Old Triangle Pub, 5136 Prince Street, Halifax NS, Sundays, from 2 pm.

Traditional Irish music for Irish Set Dancing followed by songs and tunes. Players welcome.

Check out the Nova Scotia Session for other chances for tunes.

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