Ó Faoláin & Munnelly

Friday 26th February, 8pm

David Munnelly and Macdara Ó Faoláin’s new musical partnership is built on a foundation of curiosity, similar backgrounds and friendship. Both are rooted in traditional Irish music, but are keen to dissemble the boundaries between genres, taking inspiration from Jazz, Classical and other folk musics from around the globe to create their own unique sound. With a special interest in composition, this new project aims to bring the audience on a musical journey through music and song.

Macdara is a bouzouki player, fiddle player & singer from An Rinn, Co. Waterford, renowned for his innovative approach to traditional Irish music. He is currently focused on composing solo bouzouki pieces that seamlessly blend his deep knowledge of harmony with his traditional roots, drawing inspiration from a wide array of genres. As a native Irish speaker, he is also writing new songs in Irish, contributing to both the preservation and evolution of the language through his music.

David is from Belmullet, Co. Mayo, and was reared in a very musical home learning first hand from his grandmother who taught him a love of traditional music and in particular the love for accordion and melodeon music. Known for his colorful style, which inhales bold bass fingerings, complex arrangements and modern compositions; and exhales hints of the Roaring 20′s and the energy of a box of dynamite coupled with a masterful knack for letting a tune take its own time for a completely unmistakable and brilliant sound. This unique style led David into the world of professional musicianship where early in his career he became a full-time member of Niamh Parsons’ band and others including The Chieftains, De Danann to name but a few.

Tickets: €20 / €18 (+booking fee)