James Ruff,
tenor and early Gaelic harp

James Ruff, award-winning Gaelic singer and harper, will delight your ears and hearts with historic songs and courtly tunes of Gaelic Scotland and Ireland. Sung in their traditional Gaelic language, these songs are paired once again with the historic harp of the Scottish and Irish Celts:  the wire strung Clarsach.  Played for about 1000 years – from 800 to 1800 AD – this hauntingly beautiful instrument flourished in courts where Gaelic poetry was loved and revered; it was even heard in the American colonies, as an Irish harper was brought over by a Royal Governor of North Carolina!  These early Celtic songs and harp strains have a powerful way of charming the ear – even St. Patrick himself warned his monks about them!  Hear historic harp laments and Gaelic songs of love to move the heart, old Scottish Port tunes brought back to their original instrument, Pibroch – the great music of the Scottish and Irish pipes – played on the harp strings, and more.  Come relish your ears and your souls with this rare opportunity to hear this haunting music brought back to life.

Limited Tables Available with a Dinner Reservation :: All Other Seating is First Come First Serve General Admission :: Please Call Venue for Dinner (Table) Reservations