MFF2027: Catrin Finch and Aoife Ní Bhriain

Part of Manchester Folk Festival 2027 Three years on from their acclaimed debut Double You, Welsh-Irish harp-violin duo Catrin Finch and Aoife Ní Bhriain release their second album in February 2027. In a world rife with conflict and disconnection, their music offers a comforting refuge as the duo reach higher to search for hope, reminding us of the profound beauty in everyday, simple experiences that hold the power to inspire and uplift. Both acclaimed masters of their craft, Catrin and Aoife draw on their rich cultural and musical heritages to create an ever-evolving aural soundscape that references classical, folk and global influences but yet sounds completely unique. Together, they bring vitality, energy and a place of reflection and solace in our lives.