Na Máistrí     

An unforgettable evening celebrating the masters of Irish traditional music, song, and dance. Featuring some of the most respected and dynamic performers in the tradition today, presented by Belfast’s very own Neil Martin. 

Oíche speisialta ag ceiliúradh máistrí cheol, amhránaíochta agus damhsa traidisiúnta na hÉireann. Bí ag súil le ceol cumhachtach, amhráin bhinn, damhsa a thógann an croí, agus croílár beo an traidisiúin curtha i lathair ag Neil Martin. 

Caitlín Nic Gabhann & Ciarán Ó Maonaigh 

Caitlín Nic Gabhann is a leading concertina player, dancer and teacher from County Meath, widely recognised for her innovative work in performance and education. 
Ciarán Ó Maonaigh is a fiddle player from Gaoth Dobhair, Co. Donegal, known for his distinctive regional style and long-standing contribution to the tradition. 
Together, they perform internationally, combining deep-rooted tradition with contemporary creativity across music and dance. 

Oisín MacDiarmada & Samantha Harvey 

Oisín MacDiarmada is an All-Ireland champion fiddler and founder of the internationally acclaimed group Téada. 
A leading figure in the Sligo tradition, he has toured globally and co-authored The Fiddlers of Sligo Tunebook. 
Samantha Harvey is an award-winning step dancer, pianist and accordionist who performs internationally with Téada and major touring productions. 

Daibhidh Stiùbhard 

A traditional singer from Co. Tyrone, Daibhidh Stiùbhard is known for his distinctive voice and repertoire spanning Irish and Scots Gaelic song. 
His debut album An Sionnach Dubh (2020) reflects a deep connection to language and tradition. 
A Fleadh-winning singer, he has performed at festivals including Celtic Connections and featured on BBC Radio Ulster. 

Neil Martin 

Belfast-born composer, cellist and uilleann piper Neil Martin has built an international career spanning opera, theatre, film and concert music. 
His work has been performed worldwide, from the Royal Albert Hall to Carnegie Hall, and he has collaborated with artists including Seamus Heaney, Liam O’Flynn and Jean Butler. 
A prolific producer and arranger, he has contributed to over 100 albums and continues to explore connections between traditional and contemporary music. 

Conor Connolly 

A TG4 Young Musician of the Year (2019), Conor Connolly is a button accordion player, pianist and singer from Clarinbridge, Co. Galway. 
Rooted in a rich musical tradition, his influences span leading accordionists, pipers and early 20th-century Sligo musicians. 
He has toured widely, performs regularly at festivals and summer schools, and represented Ireland at Expo 2020 in Dubai. 

Mirella Murray 

From Claddaghduff, Connemara, Mirella Murray is an All-Ireland champion accordion player who grew up immersed in traditional music. 
She has performed internationally and recorded acclaimed work including Three Sunsets with Tola Custy. 
A highly respected teacher, she has mentored numerous All-Ireland winners and is a long-standing member of Cherish the Ladies. 

Robbie Harris 

Robbie Harris is one of Ireland’s foremost percussionists, known for his work with Jiggy, Pólca 4 and numerous international artists. 
His playing blends Irish traditional rhythm with global percussion styles, bringing a distinctive energy to ensemble performance. 
A respected educator, he has worked extensively in music education and outreach across Ireland. 

George McAdam 

A tenor banjo player from Ballybay, Co. Monaghan, George McAdam is recognised as one of the foremost players of his generation. 
An All-Ireland Senior Banjo Champion (2015), he has won multiple titles across banjo, mandolin and céilí drums. 
A member of the All-Ireland-winning Blackwater Céilí Band, he performs widely and is a sought-after tutor at festivals and summer schools. 

Donogh Hennessy 

Donogh Hennessy is a highly influential guitarist, best known as a founding member of Lúnasa and for his work with Lumiere. 
Renowned for his distinctive accompaniment style, he has collaborated with many leading figures in Irish traditional music. 
His playing has helped redefine the role of guitar in traditional ensembles, combining subtlety, rhythm and innovation.