Carl Hession

Carl Hession is an Irish composer, arranger and pianist. His background includes many elements of his education in both traditional and modern (including jazz) and classical music.

Originally from Galway, Ireland, he participated in competitions at various Fleadhs throughout the country. He has All Ireland titles to his credit as a soloist and as a member of duets and trios with flute player Matt Molloy and accordion player Joe Burke.

For several years he was part of the Rhythm of the Dance team with the National Dance Company of Ireland. and most recently at Yeats College Galway, after which he commenced his retirement.

Select discography With Shaskeen

The Shaskeen, Release Records BRL 4053. Green Groves of Erin. Traditional Irish Music and Song, Release Records XRL5001 The Ash Plant, Release Records XRL5005 Traditional Irish Music, Release Records. Audiocassette, 12 tracks.

Others

Celtic Aura - Irish Traditional Music - compilation - 1990 Mo Chairdin - with Paul Brock and Manus McGuire Old Time, New Time - 1995 Moving Cloud - 1995 Return to Inis Mór - 1996 Tra Water's Edge - 1997 Fox Glove - with Moving Cloud - 1998 Mega Celtique Joe Derrane with Carl Hession Songs my Mother Taught Me - by Aidan O'Carroll Heart of Ireland - Collection of Celtic Songs - Compilation - 1998 Shamrocks & Holy - An Irish Christmas Celebration - compilation - 2000