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North East News Updated Sep 26, 2026

Irish band Saltaire to make debut at Ziro Music Festival

A Dublin-based Irish folk trio called Saltaire is all set to perform at the Ziro Music Festival in Arunachal Pradesh on September 27. The band, featuring Kaitlin Cullen-Verhauz, Ian Kinsella and Eoghan Pádraig Ó Ceannabháin, blends traditional Irish and American folk with original compositions and contemporary arrangements. Their appearance, backed by Culture Ireland and the Embassy of Ireland, marks the first time an Irish band will play at the festival and reflects growing cultural exchanges between Ireland and India.

Irish music band Saltaire to perform at Ziro Music Festival

Itanagar, September 26

Dublin-based contemporary Irish folk and trad trio Saltaire is set to perform at the Ziro Music Festival, marking the first appearance by an Irish band at the gala on September 27.

The trio comprises Kaitlin Cullen-Verhauz on vocals and cello, Ian Kinsella on guitar, and Eoghan Pádraig Ó Ceannabháin on flute and vocals.

Drawing from Irish and American folk traditions, Saltaire blends traditional tunes with original songwriting and contemporary arrangements to create an atmospheric sound.

As part of its participation at the festival, Saltaire recently conducted a workshop introducing audiences to a contemporary interpretation of Irish music, combining traditional melodies with original compositions and modern arrangements.

Saltaire's participation is supported by Culture Ireland and the Embassy of Ireland and forms part of celebrations marking Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

The band's appearance at the festival also highlights the growing cultural and musical exchanges between Ireland and India, bringing Irish folk and traditional music to audiences in the Ziro Valley.

— ANI

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