Happy accident
A chance meeting between cellist Rory Pierce and guitarist Chris Comhaill led to an instant friendship, both musically and personally. As ‘Happy Accident’ the duo explore traditional forms of music through the lens of experimentation and improvisation.
influences and inspiration
Happy Accident are developing a unique repertoire of music for cello, low whistle and guitar - involving Celtic arrangements inspired by the work of Turlough O’Carolan as well as music with roots in the Malian kora tradition. The duo also compose original pieces bringing their distinctive voices to blend.