Based in Asheville, An Tír Nua (“The New Land”) blends traditional Celtic music with a forward-looking approach. Guitarist/piper Brian Dooley and flute player Joseph Marino draw from a broad range of Celtic traditions, shaped by close collaboration and shared exploration. Balancing driving dance tunes with expressive airs, the sound reflects both deep engagement with tradition and a contemporary performance sensibility. An Tír Nua presents traditional music as vibrant, exploratory, and alive.