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Brian Haitz
Guitar, Vocals, Flute, Whistle
Brian grew up playing Irish Trad Music on whistle, flute und guitar. Still a teenager, he was awarded Young Musician of the Year 2009 at Sidmouth Folk Festival and went on to a degree in music production. He's appeared on stage with Paddy Keenan and Alan Doherty among others.
Luas was born out of Brians compositions and arrangements.
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Julius Oppermann
Drums, Percussion, Vocals
Julius grew up in a highly musical family, steeped in world music, and early from a young age played with top-class musicians from all over the world. He studied Latin American percussion in Rotterdam and became a sought-after studio and live musician. He can be heard in projects such as Buyakano, Rigolo, Klangwelten, SnapJacks and many more.
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Michael Poelchau
Fiddle, Vocals
Michael's enthusiasm and genuine love for Irish music shines through in his skillful fiddling. His groovy and playful style brings a level of authenticity and excitement to his performances. You can also hear Michael playing with other groups such as Northern Light and An Tor.
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Simon Pfisterer
Uilleann Pipes, Guitar, Flute, Whistle
Simon's love of music began early, and he played many European bagpipes before discovering his passion for the uilleann pipes. He pursued a degree in Irish Traditional Music and Dance in Limerick, Ireland.
Today, Simon's music can be heard across Europe as he performs full-time with bands such as 3onthebund and Cara.
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Malin Lewis
Scottish Highland Pipes, Whistle, Fiddle
Malin Lewis is an award-winning piper, fiddler, composer and instrument-maker from Scotland. They marry deep traditional roots with adventurous innovation. Malin studied at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and took an ERASMUS sojourn at Helsinki’s Sibelius Academy.
They can be heard primarily with their highly acclaimed band Malin Makes Music.
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Lucia Wagner
Fiddle, Keys
Lucia is an experienced musician who has performed on stage from a young age. She has played a variety of instruments and genres, including folk, pop, baroque, and jazz music. She graduated in jazz violin and singing in 2017 and later studied traditional Irish music in Limerick, Ireland. Lucia performs with various groups, including Larún, Breaking Strings, and Ensemble Unisonus.
![Jonas Weinfurtner](https://luasmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_3960-scaled.jpg)
Jonas Weinfurtner
Keys, Vocals
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Oliver Metzger
Sound, Effects, Samples
Oliver is a sound engineer with over 30 years of experience, having worked with high-profile acts such as Crosby&Nash, Anna Maria Kaufmann and 50 Cent. He provides FOH sound, effects and samples, and has a personal passion for Celtic Rock. More information on his work at olivermetzger.de.