Making a welcome return to Cork last Friday was acclaimed American saxophonist Joshua Redman who, along with bassist Reuben Rogers and drummer Chris Hutchinson, delivered a polished performance to the delight of a near-capacity audience at Triskel Christchurch.

Is there a broadly acceptable definition of folk? In titling their event Bowerbird: Modern Folk & Beyond, the curators of this musical showcase flag it as an exploration of the folk tradition in 2012.