To 26.10. klo 19:00 alkaen:
The Helsinki Harps Folk Group: Thinning the veil
Maija Saksman ja koollekutsutut: Salaperäinen seurue
 
The Helsinki Harps Folk Group:Thinning the Veil
The performance will consist of musical performances, infused with elements of ritual, theater and traditional Irish folk costumes. The modern Halloween festival finds its origins in the Celtic festival of Samhain. Like Kekri, Samhain is an ancient harvest festival marking the beginning of Winter and shares many spiritual characteristics. At Samhain it was believed the boundary, or veil between the world of the living and the dead was thin enough that spirits crossed over and passed between. As with Kekri, Samhain pertained to customs such as the lighting of fires to guide the spirits of loved ones, the wearing of charms, masks and costumes to ward off evil and perhaps most importantly, the custom of participation of community in communal events. These traditions provide a cathartic outlet for the shared exercises endured by a society. The Helsinki Harps Folk Group are a collective of musicians from all walks of life, brought together by a common love of music and storytelling. The group has several core members, however participation and inclusion is open to everyone.Primarily made up of Irish migrants, the group mainly practice Traditional Irish Folk Music, following in the tradition of bands such as The Dubliners, The Fureys, The Pogues and many beloved folk styles quintessential to Irish culture. Formed in 2022, The Helsinki Harps Folk Group have quickly developed from a casual gathering of friends to performing at Ambassadorial Receptions, Arts and Theatre Spaces as well as various drinking establishments. Performers: Barry McCormack – Cameron Murphy – Dan Nickström – Eoin O’Dowd – Paddy Reynolds – Pilar Zorro – Steve Maher – Tommi Kaurila.