The Consequences

Driven by a passion for exploring the colors and complexities of Irish music, The Consequences are a new Irish traditional band founded by Lexie Boatright (concertina & harp), Jake James (fiddle), Cara Wildman (bodhrán & dance), and Ryan Ward (piano & piano accordion). Award-winning soloists in their own right, the quartet comes together to create a dynamic and enthralling sound with a combination of traditional and original tunes.

Lexie Boatright is a multiple All-Ireland award-winning harpist and concertina player and executive director of the Baltimore-Washington Academy of Irish Culture.

Jake James is a two-time All-Ireland fiddle champion from Queens, NYC. The Irish Echo called his 2018 album Firewood an "outstanding debut solo recording."

Cara Wildman is a highly sought after bodhrán player at the cutting edge of the instrument's modern development. She was the 2021 All-Ireland Fleadhfest champion and has a Masters in Irish Traditional Music Performance from the University of Limerick.

Ryan Ward is an award-winning pianist and accordion player from NYC. He is a Senior All-Ireland Accompaniment Champion and a highly sought after accompanist in the NY area.