‘Celtic Journey’ is a stage show featuring music, dance and story that celebrates the Celtic nations, their traditions, and the international ties that unite them as one in a world of hardship, hope and new beginnings.

Starring the vibrant Welsh folk-crossover group The Meadows (aged 13 to 23), a four-piece sibling multi-instrumentalist band, and US Celtic singing star Kristyn Murphy, audiences will become lost in two hours of toe-tapping reels, heart wrenching ballads and stories of home.

On either side of the Atlantic Ocean, there are several pockets of people who share a pride and love of their Celtic heritage. Through music, dance and story, cultures are shared, preserved and celebrated. The coming together of these two musical acts is a perfect combination and wonderful reminder of how far spread the cultures of the Celtic nations have travelled and how deeply the roots of tradition are planted.

“We have been in contact with Kristyn for a few years and were really excited when she mentioned the possibility of touring the UK. Working together seems to have happened naturally. Kristyn is amazing, as her voice is so unique and beautiful. We’re having a lot of fun choosing new songs which work for everyone. It’s really interesting to see the programme develop with everyone’s input, especially as Kristyn is bringing in some historical and cultural elements from Maine and Canada. Celtic Journey has a real storytelling feel, combining the different elements of the Celtic world.” - The Meadows

It matters not from which side of The Atlantic, those with Celtic connections seem to be united through a never fading internal pride of homeland and lifestyle: Traditions are passed down unbroken for generations; stories are told over and over again, family legends never dying; there seems to exist an internal hope and joy that builds to a climax and cannot help but be celebrated.

That is the Celtic Journey…

“Celtic Journey specifically focuses on the idea of ‘home’ and the ties that bind a people together regardless of place or distance between. It is meant to be a celebration of culture, as well as a way to highlight different cultures and the idea that each of these is unique. I feel as though I sometimes have a little trouble relating to my own country these days so it is a great time to really embrace my heritage and travel overseas to celebrate this. The Meadows are fantastically talented and I am very much looking forward to this journey.” - Kristyn Murphy

Celtic Journey will be performed on Friday, July 14, at The Queen’s Hall, Narberth.