Eileen Ivers

Eileen Ivers, a Bronx-born fiddler, is renowned for transforming Irish fiddling into an acclaimed art, winning 9 All-Ireland championships. Known for her blue electric fiddle, she worked with artists like Sting and Patti Smith, and played in Riverdance. Ivers released solo albums like Wild Blue and collaborated with orchestras and the fusion group Immigrant Soul. Her soundtrack work includes Gangs of New York. With roots in Celtic music, she continues to blend tradition with innovation.