Sephira
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Sephira - The Irish Rock Violinists | |
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Origin | Carrickmacross, Ireland |
Genres | Celtic, Rock, Electronic |
Years active | 2006–present |
Labels | Cicero Records |
Members | Joyce O'Leary Ruth O'Leary |
Website | sephira |
Sephira also known as Sephira - The Irish Rock Violinists are an Irish band consisting of sisters Joyce and Ruth O'Leary, who both play the violin and provide vocals. They released their debut album Believe in 2006. Its style is classical crossover with traditional Irish influences.
Background
The O'Leary sisters are from Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, Ireland. They started studying violin early: Joyce at two and a half and Ruth at six. Joyce performed in the National Concert Hall, Dublin aged just three, playing a Bach minuet, and was named Ireland's Most Promising Violinist when she was nine.[1]
Ruth studied music performance at London's Guildhall School of Music to study for a BA in Music Performance. She continued her studies in Dublin, where she received her first class honours B.A. with a performance of Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto at the National Concert Hall, Dublin. During her years of study Ruth performed with acts such as Rodrigo y Gabriela and featured on their Live in Manchester and Dublin album.
History
Specializing in theater shows, corporate events and private events, Sephira have performed private events for Prince Albert of Monaco, the late Larry Hagman, Priscilla Presley, Linda Gray and the women of Congress in Washington, D.C. They have been privileged to perform for other major dignitaries including a US President, US Vice President, US Secretary of Homeland Security, and the US National Coast Guard Foundation.
In April 2012, Sephira released their EP "Eternity" dedicated to their late friend and mentor, Larry Hagman. It features unique material showcasing their new sound and brand new show. It also includes their track called Miracle dedicated to all fallen soldiers and their families.
Discography
Believe (2006) was the band's debut album. It features eleven original compositions and a version of 'If' by David Gates. The album was recorded in The Cauldron Studios, Dublin, and was produced by producer and instrumentalist Bill Shanley.[2] Other musicians featured on the album include Ruby Ashley, William Butt, Noel Eccles, Karen Hamill and former band member Colm Henry. "Sephira" (2008) released for the US market – a mix of "Believe" favourites and 2008 EP "Love of my Life". "Starlight" (2011) was Sephira's first holiday album featuring Christmas favourites including "O Holy Night" and a unique version of "Silent Night" with one verse in Gaelic. "Eternity" (2012) dedicated to their late friend and mentor, Larry Hagman, features exciting new material showcasing this passionate, young and fiery sibling duo. Tracks include the Saint-Saens Danse Macabre, Palladio by Karl Jenkins and To Love You More.
References
- ^ Rota, Kara (August 2013). "Sisters Sharing Musical Talent and Health Issues". Irish America. Retrieved 2 June 2018.
- ^ "Bill Shanley biography at Mary-black.net". Archived from the original on 26 June 2008. Retrieved 1 July 2008.
External links
- Sephira Official Site
- Sephira IMDB page
- Sephira on Reverbnation
- Sephira perform for the Women of Congress – The Washingtonian
- Sephira perform at Diner en Blanc 2013
- Sephira Interview with Irish America Magazine
- IMRO article about Sephira's Eternity EP release
- Sephira interview with Celtic Life Magazine
- Sephira TV Interview on King5 TV, Seattle
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