Described by the Scotsman in a five-star review as
‘truly something else’, The Long Notes unite the
revered talents of accordionist Colette O’Leary, fiddler
Jamie Smith and banjo and mandolin player Brian
Kelly. The three musicians came together as a group
through north London’s ever-vibrant folk scene.
Colette’s playing is exquisite and heartfelt, honed through
years of touring with the highly successful all-girl Irish folk
group The Bumblebees. Together with Mary Shannon, Laoise
Kelly and Liz Doherty, they enjoyed a rapturous reception
wherever they played; in the UK, Europe and the US.
Jamie Smith is a well-known fiddler who emerged through
the Glasgow session scene before moving to London. He
founded Celtic Connections favourites Beneche before
recording his solo album which received great reviews.
Brian Kelly has been a stalwart of the London Irish
scene since he was twelve years old. He’s won multiple
all-Ireland titles on banjo and mandolin and toured
extensively with Shane McGowan and the Popes.