Cathy Jordan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cathy Jordan (Irish: Caitlín Nic Siúirtáin)
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Cathy Jordan during the Festival Interceltique de Lorient in 2014.
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| Born | Scramogue, County Roscommon, Ireland |
| Origin | County Roscommon, Ireland |
| Genres | Irish traditional |
| Associated acts | Dervish, The Unwanted |
Cathy Jordan is a talented Irish singer, songwriter, and musician. She was born in 1972 in Scramogue, a small place in County Roscommon, Ireland. Cathy is known for her amazing voice and for playing many instruments. These include the guitar, the bodhrán (a type of Irish drum), bones (a simple percussion instrument), and the Irish bouzouki (a string instrument).
Since 1991, Cathy has been the main singer for the famous traditional Irish music band called Dervish. She also performs on her own and is part of another music group called The Unwanted.
Cathy Jordan's Music
Cathy Jordan has released many albums throughout her career. She has recorded music with Dervish, with The Unwanted, and as a solo artist.
Music with Dervish
Cathy has been a key part of the band Dervish for a long time. They have released many albums together, sharing traditional Irish music with people all over the world. Some of their albums include:
- Harmony Hill
- Playing with Fire
- At the End of the Day
- Live in Palma
- Midsummer's Night
- Decade
- Spirit
- Healing Heart
- Travelling Show
Other Music Projects
Besides her work with Dervish, Cathy Jordan is also a member of a group called The Unwanted. With this group, she released an album in 2010.
- Music from the Atlantic Fringe (2010)
Solo Music
Cathy Jordan has also released her own music as a solo artist. Her first solo album was released in January 2012.
- All the Way Home (2012)
