Irish Singer Mary Courtney in Urbana

Mary Courtney is a member of the traditional Irish band Morning Star. She’s also a splendid singer, guitarist and bodhrán player, who grew up in a musical family in County Kerry. She uses her music to spread Irish culture and to educate her audience about the struggles of the Irish people. Mary Courtney will play in Urbana Friday night, and she’ll play for us live on the Friday edition of “Live and Local,” visiting with guest host Roger Cooper.