Irish Music Magazine - December 1996

Cover Story

Belfast fiddler Sean McGuire recorded his first album in the early 1950's. A master of style and technique with a remarkable individual flair, he talks about himself and his music to Geoff Harden, while Jim Kelly writes about his new CD.

Baroque and Irish

Dordán, who managed to successfully blend the influences of European Baroque music and Irish traditional music styles, have a new album.

Tulla's PJ Hayes

PJ Hayes has been associated with Clare music for sixty years. He is best-known to successive generations as leader of the Tulla Ceili Band or as father of ace fiddler Martin.

The Crehans

The extended family of Crehans includes an exceptional number of musicians, the best known of whom is Junior Crehan.

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