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Caffè Lena presents extraordinary music in an intimate setting steeped in history. It is widely recognized as the longest continuously operating folk music venue in the United States. The Library of Congress calls Caffè Lena “An American treasure,” and we have been recognized by The GRAMMY Foundation for our important contributions to the development of American music. Caffe Lena's programs are made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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From Ireland to the world, Téada shares 25 years of powerful Irish traditional music—dynamic, joyful, and unforgettable.

For more than two decades, Téada has been one of the leading voices in Irish traditional music—dynamic, deeply rooted, and internationally celebrated. As the band approaches 25 years on the road this year, 2026, Téada continues to bring the heart and soul of Ireland’s musical heritage to audiences around the globe.Known for their driving rhythms, expressive melodies, and electrifying live performances, Téada has headlined major festivals across North America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. Their remarkable career includes landmark appearances such as a 30,000-person concert in Brittany, performances at the Edmonton Folk Festival, Penang World Music Festival (Malaysia), Harare International Festival of the Arts (Zimbabwe), and the Rainforest World Music Festival (Borneo), as well as a seven-week tour of Japan and Taiwan that drew more than 40,000 attendees.Since first touring the United States in 2001, Téada has maintained a strong and beloved presence with American audiences, earning a reputation for performances that are both exhilarating and deeply authentic. The band has also collaborated with orchestras, including Germany’s Württembergische Philharmonie, further showcasing the versatility and richness of Ireland’s traditional music.Their most recent release on Gael Linn features special guest appearances by actor and singer John C. Reilly and the late Séamus Begley, one of Ireland’s most cherished traditional singers and accordionists. Recent appearances at the Dublin Irish Festival, Savannah Music Festival, Montana Folk Festival, Festival Interceltique de Lorient (France), and the Irish Festival of Oulu (Finland) underscore Téada’s role as true ambassadors of Irish culture.Rooted in tradition yet alive with energy and invention, Téada’s music is made to be shared—felt in the feet, the heart, and the spirit. We’re thrilled to welcome them back to the Caffè Lena stage for an unforgettable evening of world-class Irish music.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/GBjNdi61fHQ?si=11_fwWU6PikplpRM" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">SAMPLE SONG</a>Stream this show live at <a href="https://caffelena.tv/categories/live-streams" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Caffè Lena TV.</a> Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming, two week access to recent shows, and Caffe Lena's video archive. Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted. <h2>Tags</h2>Celtic, Folk, Global

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