Daniel Hope and Irish culture share a long, shared family history. The Emerald Isle, rich in traditions, legends, and music, has always fascinated the internationally acclaimed violinist. It was his paternal great-grandfather who instilled in him a love for Ireland—a longing for a country that never quite let him go: “Ireland is a homeland I have never lived in,” says Hope himself.

With his project “Irish Roots,” he embarks on a melodious journey of discovery together with the musicians of Ensemble AIR, exploring the intersections between Irish folk tradition and Baroque elegance. He brings with him a musical treasure trove of Irish traditional tunes and works by composers such as Turlough O’Carolan, Henry Purcell, and James Oswald. This captivating labor of love is not just for lovers of Ireland: it is a tribute to music that keeps the past alive and allows the audience to immerse themselves deeply in Daniel Hope’s very personal musical world.