Of course, 'flash' and 'sensitivity' can mix, and mix very well. Especially in the realms of Irish Trad.
One only has to look, listen, feel the likes of Arty, and Paul. The foundations (dare I say guidelines) that they, among others, laid down in the '70's certainly paved the way for an altogether more thoughtful approach to the music, without comprimising it's power.
I am reminded of Paul's version of 'Arthur McBride', and Arty's 'Carolan's Draught'. Also worth mentioning here is Dick Gaughan's 'Coppers and Brass'.
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