BCMFest: Nightcap with Dervish at the Somerville Theater
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The Nightcap Finale features Dervish, one of the most beloved Celtic bands in the world, playing at the historic Somerville Theater!
As part of the Nightcap Finale, BCMFest will open the night with “An Honorary Moment for Brian O’Donovan” to remember the countless contributions Brian made to the Boston Celtic music community and beyond. His passing last fall has been felt keenly by the Celtic music community. Taking part in the moment will be Brian’s wife Lindsay O’Donovan, Hanneke Cassel, members of Dervish, and the 2025 BCMFest Brian O’Donovan Legacy Artist grant recipient, Rakish.
Dervish
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Described by the BBC as “an icon of Irish music,” Dervish are long-established as one of the biggest names in Irish music internationally. They’re renowned for live performances, which match dazzling sets of tunes with stunning interpretations of traditional songs. Their studio and live albums make up one of the outstanding catalogues in Irish music.
They are regular visitors to the US, performing sell out shows from coast to coast. However, their fan base stretches across several continents, including Europe, Asia, and South America. They were the first Irish band to play the world’s biggest music festival, Rock in Rio, performing to an estimated 250,000 people. Over the years they’ve been on the same bill as artists such as James Brown, Neil Young, Sting and even Iron Maiden!
