Across the Pond is a multi-instrumental four-piece band performing their own high-energy arrangements of Irish, Scottish and Appalachian tunes and songs.   While very passionate about their traditional roots, their arrangements contain modern influences, and their unique style has quickly made them a regional favorite.  They start with pure-drop Celtic trad folk music and then have their way with it.  Their extensive musical backgrounds, rooted in bluegrass, country, rock, classical and Appalachian Mountain music, allows them to create unique, interesting and powerful arrangements, never straying too far from the traditional Celtic roots.

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They have performed at over 800 festivals, weddings, concerts and other shows.  Founding member and Frontman Mike Morrison (Latigo Smith, Hired Guns), plays guitar, mandolin, native-American flute and sings lead vocals.  He leads fast-paced shows, selecting pieces on the fly to keep audiences on the edge of their seats, smiling, clapping and tapping their toes.  Founding member Dan Diviney adds bodhrán, whistles and lead vocals.  Molly Shortridge performs on several flutes and whistles, and adds vocals.  Lavinia Reid plays fiddle, guitar and sings.

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Their music is suitable for all ages.  They have performed many notable shows, including for NY Times Best Selling Author Nora Roberts’ re-release of her Irish Trilogy; English playwright Jez Butterworth’s Broadway cast of The Ferryman; the Canadian Government; Captify’s Manhattan office; and many, many more shows and festivals in the Eastern US and Canada.

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Truly a professional band, they carefully tailor their show for each occasion.  They hope to transfer their energy and love for Celtic music to the audience, leaving them wanting more.  They often add award-winning Irish Dancers to their line-up, creating a full Irish experience that can be enjoyed without having to buy a plane ticket to Ireland.