Join us for an evening of traditional Irish music featuring fiddle player/vocalist Deidre Lockman & Bouzouki player/vocalist, Corey Purcell!
Generously supported by Garvan’s Gastro Pub & Restaurant.
Though much of their material is still based in the Irish traditions, the duo expands on their traditional roots and incorporates influences from other cultures and original compositions to their repertoire. In addition to their work as a duo, Lockman and Purcell are both members of the nationally touring band ‘Poor Man’s Gambit'.
$20 advanced tickets can be purchased below for reserved seating; $25 suggested donation at the door
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About the artists
Deirdre Lockman (Fiddle & Vocals) and Corey Purcell (Bouzouki & Vocals) were both raised in musical families, and began playing traditional Irish music as young children. The two met and started performing together in 2018 when Corey was in need of a fiddler for some gigs, and a mutual friend recommended he get in touch with Deirdre in the event she might be available. What started as ‘a couple gigs’ quickly grew into a budding romance, and the couple tied the knot on 6.10.23!
Deirdre Lockman
Deirdre (fiddle, vocals) has been pursuing her passion for Irish music and dance since the age of four when she was first introduced to the fiddle. Born into a musical family, she was soon performing with her family band, in addition to numerous orchestras and ensembles including the Junior String Philharmonic, and the Lehigh University Philharmonic Orchestra. A quick study, Deirdre began competing in fiddle competitions at an early age, and holds several regional fiddle titles.
Deirdre began Irish step-dancing at the age of 5, and competed at the regional and national level with the DeNogla School of Irish Dance out of New Jersey for eleven years, before focusing her full attention on traditional music.
Corey Purcell
Having been introduced to Irish culture at a very young age, Corey quickly grew to love the Irish music and dance which surrounded him. Advancing rapidly through the ranks of the competitive Irish dancing scene, Corey soon found himself on the National, then World stage of competition. After competing for 14 years, and discovering that he preferred his own artistic and rhythmic approach to the strict form required by the judges, Corey transitioned from competitions to stage productions and performance. He now dances with several notable bands including the esteemed Irish group Danú.
Corey’s musical talents began developing when he was 16, and started teaching himself tunes on the Irish style button accordion which he bought himself for his birthday. Progressing quickly, he was soon studying under 7-time All Ireland Champion John Whelan, and began honing his technique under John's tutelage. Corey found his true calling in traditional Irish music, and rapidly branched into other instruments including cittern, bodhran, and voice.