info and news about irish traditional band siúcra
 
 



"Siúcra is full of hot musicianship, confidence, and unstoppable energy. A five-piece band would be hard-pressed to match the amount of music these three musicians produce."
danny carnahan, acoustic guitar magazine

"Sweetness never packed so much spank."
marty jones, denver's westword




 

the band:

Siúcra is Beth Leachman (vocals/bodhran), Shannon Heaton (Irish flute/whistles/vocals) and Matt Heaton (guitar/vocals), with unofficial fourth member Sam Amidon on fiddle. Formed in 1998, Siúcra has developed a thick, sassy sound that incorporates a powerful mix of instrumentals and vocals, traditional and original music. The group has recorded three albums, played all over the United States, and is currently taking a well-deserved vacation

the players:

beth leachman vocals, bodhran

shannon heaton flute, whistle, vocals

matt heaton guitar, vocals

sam amidon fiddle, vocals

the music:

siucra has released three cds:

a place i know (1999, out of print)

here among strangers (2002)
available here or here

a very siucra christmas (2003)
available here or here

the shows:

siucra is currently on summer vacation, but be sure to check these tour schedules:

beth leachman

matt and shannon heaton

sam amidon