Banjo Masterclass with Kieran Hanrahan & Gerry O’Connor
Join us for this exclusive Banjo Masterclass with Ireland’s leading tenor banjo players Gerry O’Connor and Kieran Hanrahan. This one-hour class will see Gerry and Kieran explore some of Barney McKenna’s iconic tunes and demonstrate Barney’s interpretation. Gerry O’Connor, a banjo virtuoso, has explored diverse musical genres, from Irish to bluegrass, and other traditional music […]
Gerry O’Connor Trio support McKenna Muntineers
The legendary Irish tenor banjo player Gerry O’Connor and his trio will take to the stage in The Abbey Tavern Howth to celebrate the life and music of great Barney McKenna. Gerry, who also plays fiddle, mandoline, guitar and tenor guitar will perform some of his own iconic tunes and those of the maestro Barney. […]
Burnchurch
Emerging From Kilkenny, Burnchurch are a dynamic expression of modern Irish music. The family based group began busking as teenagers and have gone on to electrify audiences all around Ireland on stages at Marlay park, Collins Barracks and electric picnic. Following the release of their debut Ep “Maidin” and further singles like “St. Patrick’s day” they’ve […]
Barney McKenna in Photos
The Courthouse in Howth is the backdrop for a unique TradFest photo exhibition of the life and career of the legendary Barney McKenna. From humble beginnings in the North Dublin suburb of Donnycarney, to single-handedly revolutionising how an instrument is played, Banjo Barney lived an incredible life. Explore never before seen photos of the man […]
Barney’s Late Brunch – Kieran Hanrahan, Gerry O’Connor, Kaia Kater
Barney’s Banjo Brunch celebrates the music and influence of the iconic banjo-player Barney McKenna of the Dubliners. Join Gerry O’Connor, Elaine Reilly, Kaia Kater, Paddy Kiernan, Kieran Hanrahan, and Mike Hanrahan at The Abbey Tavern for an unforgettable feast of banjo playing and banjo collaborations.
Barney McKenna Bursary
Six young banjo players will compete for the inaugural Barney McKenna Bursary honouring the legendary musician. Barney inspired generations of banjo players, and his legacy continues through this special event celebrating emerging talent and the vibrant banjo traditions he championed in Irish music today.
Madra Salach
Madra Salach is a six-piece folk band from Dublin, with its members studying the bodies of work which brought them together before reassembling them as new post-rock creations. They officially came together in 2023, consistently performing across Ireland and beyond. Paul Banks, Adam Cullen and Dara Duffy founded the group as they played gigs across […]