Created in 2005, consists of six talented musicians:
Guilhem has studied with the greatest Irish fiddle players (Paddy Glackin, Liz Carroll, Matt Cranitch, Liz Doherty).
Jacob has received the Jury Special Award 2003 and Josselin is the 2004 vice champion of the All Ireland Fleadh (Irish championship of traditional music).
They are both members of Trio Gan Ainm. Jacob is also member of Gadalzen.
Nicolas, Sébastien & Wilfried have performed with famous French recording artistes, whilst continuing their career in the Irish music scene within their band The Gartloney Rats.
The song list is an amalgamation of songs and instrumentals associating with original material of some Irish traditionals.
The sextet's original style draws from the feelings and diverse experiences of these six experienced musicians to create a new and unique sound.
Desi Wilkinson take their name from a small coastal village in the west of Ireland known for its musicians, not least among them the gentle figure of Micho Russel. Though clearly and enthusiastically impregnated with the aesthetic values of Irish traditional music at its best, the musicians of demonstrate a feel for musical improvisation and composition that shows they have not lost sight of their distinctive French roots. I warmly welcome this – their first album – and wish them every success!”
Desi Wilkinson
february 2006