The Rogersville Arts Council is proud to offer a night of music with “Sigean”, the premier Irish traditional music band of the Tricities Region of Tennessee & Southwest Virginia. This is their first appearance in Hawkins County.
The event will be held at the Rogersville Middle School, 958 E McKinney Ave, on Friday, March 16, at 7:00pm.
The concert starts with Sandra Parker, a Celtic Fairy Harpist and vocalist, who performs in many types of venues in the region – weddings, art galleries, dinners, festivals, fund raisers, wherever the muse takes her.
After her set, “Sigean” (pronounced SHEE-gun) performs with Stepdancers adding to the excitement of the evening. The band was formed in 1997 in Bristol, Tennessee, to perform traditional Irish music. Since that time, the band has performed at many festivals and other regional music events Additionally, the band has performed at many private events, pubs, on television, and on radio. “Sigean” includes members who have a wide variety of experience playing acoustic music, and the band provides a stimulating mix of traditional ballads, lively reels and jigs, and more modern songs.
As lobby opens at 6:30pm, you are greeted by an art display with Celtic rhythms; and refreshments are available. These vendors will be available to visit at intermission, and at the end of the show.
Tickets are $15, discounted to $10 for students and seniors, can be purchased online at rogartscouncil.org, or at the door. For more information about this event and others, ‘Like’ us on facebook, email rogersvilleartscouncil@gmail.com, or call 423-293-0882.
