About
Smiodair is an international trio of improvisers playing original music composed by each member, with improvisation woven throughout. They perform at The Globe, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, on Sunday 22 November 2026.
What to expect
Smiodair is an international trio that reunites three leading improvisers with a long shared musical history.
Between them, they have worked with Robert Plant, Jim Black, Vincent Courtois and John Zorn.
They play original music composed by each member and constantly weave in and out of improvisation.
The name Smiodair comes from the Irish language and refers to fragments or small broken pieces.
The music is described as thunderous grooves colliding with dreamlike sonic landscapes.
Questions
When does Smiodair start and end?
Smiodair runs Sunday, 22 November 2026, 19:30.
Where is Smiodair?
Smiodair takes place at The Globe, 11 Railway Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
How much are tickets for Smiodair?
Tickets for Smiodair cost £13.20 on the official ticket shop.
What is Smiodair?
Smiodair is an international trio that reunites three leading improvisers with a long shared musical history.
They play original music composed by each member and weave in and out of improvisation.
What does the name Smiodair mean?
The word Smiodair is from the Irish language and refers to fragments or small broken pieces.
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Getting there
The Globe, 11 Railway Street, NE4 7AD Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, GB
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