CARTHAGE – New England Celtic Arts will host one of Ireland’s hottest young bands, Beoga, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 14, at Skye Theatre Performing Arts Center. A preshow jam session will begin at 6:30 p.m.

A five-piece traditional band based in County Antrim, Beoga came about after a jamming session at the All-Ireland Fleadh in August 2002. Its unique sound features the twin dueling accordions of Seán Óg Graham and Damian McKee, along with four-time All-Ireland bodhrán champion Eamon Murray and pianist Liam Bradley.

In 2005, Beoga was nominated by Irish Music Magazine for the best traditional newcomer’s award. With the addition of one of Ireland’s premier young singers, Niamh Dunne, the band set out to confirm its reputation as an exciting act from Ireland.

The band released its debut album, “A Lovely Madness” in September 2004, to critical acclaim in Ireland, Europe and the United States.

The bedrock of Beoga’s music lies firmly within the Irish tradition, but the group isn’t afraid to incorporate other genres – from bluesy riffs to Astor Piazzola-style jazz, to a New Orleans jamboree vibe. With a repertoire of fresh self-penned tunes and inventive arrangements, “A Lovely Madness” was ranked 9/10 in Ireland’s Hot Press magazine and made the Top Traditional/Folk Albums of the Year list.

Over the last couple of years, Beoga toured in Europe and recently released its second album, “Mischief,” which contains more of its self-composed material. The album has received excellent reviews, including a 9.5/10 rating in Hot Press, and has been tipped by Irish Music Magazine as a contender for Album of the Year.

Tickets are $10 at the door. For reservations, call 562-4445. Skye Theatre is at 2 Highland Drive off Winter Hill Road and U.S. Route 2.