Donal Lunny, Róisín Elsafty and Máirtín O’Connor - ‘Pota Mór Fataí’.

 

Donal Lunny, Róisín Elsafty and Máirtín O’Connor perform ‘Pota Mór Fataí’. Dónal Lunny on bouzouki and button accordionist Máirtín O’Connor accompany Connemara sean-nós singer in a performance of the traditional song ‘Pota Mór Fataí’ on ‘The View’. ‘The View’ was a weekly television arts programme presented by John Kelly with a panel of reviewers discussing the latest books, films, art exhibitions, music and theatre. First broadcast on 9 January 2001, it ran until 13 December 2011. This episode of ‘The View’ was broadcast on 15 March 2005. The presenter is John Kelly.

Diada - Live at qEira

 

Diada are from Portugal. Colm Larkin, bouzouki and Sandro Bueno, Tin Whistle and Flute play mostly traditional tunes. On their Facebook page they share concert dates, media clips, and recordings that showcase their evolving style. They released a CD which you can hear on Youtube, Spotify and Apple Music.

You don't find lots of information about them on the internet.

Here's a 10 minutes live concert

Some Excerpts from the album, more on youtube:

Luke Ward - New Bouzouki Lesson - Princess Royal

I have already introduced Luke Ward's lessons here. Today, Luke has published a new lesson. This time, it's about playing melodies. He teaches us the reel Princess Royal. A beautiful melody. He shows us how to play with the capo on the 7th fret. This has the advantage that we can reach the high notes better without having to change position. If you play an instrument in GDAE tuning, you can play the top three strings just like on a mandolin or banjo.

Here's the link to the lesson. 

Of course you have to be a member to watch the lesson.

Here's the version from the album by Luke Ward and Aaron O'Hagan

Here's an abc-file from thesession

X: 3
T: The Princess Royal
R: reel

M: 4/4
L: 1/8
K: Ador
|:ed|c2 Bc A2 e=f|edcB A2 (3efg|f2 d^c defd|edcB c2 BA|
B2 g2 B2 AG|ABAG E2 ed|c2 (3ABc BAGVB|(3ABA GB A2:|
|:cd|eaag a3 b|aged e2 ^cd|(3efg fa gfge|dcBA G2 AB|
c2 Bc d2 ^cd|ef (3gfe a2 ag|f2 A2 f2 gf|e^c (3ABc d2 ed|
c2 Bc ABcd|e2 E2 E2 ed|c2 (3ABc BAGB|(3ABA GB A2:|

Tom Delaney - The Lark's Call CD - Bouzouki: Alan Murray

 

I met Tom this summer several times in Dingle where he played together with his wife Caroline Keane in various pubs. Of course I bought this album from him on vinyl. The bouzouki player on the album is Alan Murray who at the time of recording was member of Fourwinds together with Tom, Caroline and Robbie Walsh. 

On the album you'll find a variety of tunes (jigs, reels, slow air) played so beautifully and with drive. 

You can get the album on bandcamp

Here's the website of Fourwinds

Here's a long comment on the album by Graham Brown

And isn't the cover beautiful? On the back you can see the "3 sisters" of Dingle. (Picture stolen from Custy's Music in Ennis where you can buy the album too)

Here are some clips of the album:

The Lark's Call - The Job of Journeywork, Dinny O'Brien's, The Pigeon On the Gate

Jim O'Connor's / My Former Wife / Kilglass Lake · Tom Delany

Aoibhneas Eillis Ni Chealaigh / Nora Crionna / Moss Martin's

Caroline Keane & Tom Delaney

 Tom Delaney is best known as a piper but he also plays his Foley Bouzouki very well and he also sings some songs. I saw him this summer several times in various locations in Dingle. Together with his wive Caroline Keane they form a driving rhythmic duo. 

Here are some videos in which you can see Tom playing his bouzouki.

Bothy Band Rooftop Session Tom Delany (Bouzouki) Brian O'Loughlin (Flute) Tadhg Mulligan (Fiddle)

My heart tonight's in Ireland 

Caroline Keane and Tom Delany live virtual concert at The Virtual Irish Festival of Oulu

he plays bouzouki on some tunes.

Caroline Keane & Tom Delany (Ireland) - full set, Shelter in Place Sessions

and also some tunes on bouzouki

Léna Descottes

Léna Descottes is a french concertina and bouzouki/Octave Mandolin player. There's not much information about her on the web. It seems she tunes her instrument in GDAE. She just released her latest video on youtube. Together with Camille Raibault on fiddle. They call themselves ÓRÓ. 

If you know more about her please write in comments!

Her YouTube Channel:

Here's the video. Tunes are: John O'Neill's reel & Hitler's downfall

Here's some more videos:

Tempest - CD

Formed in 2023, Tempest has quickly become one of the most exciting new voices in Irish traditional music. The band is composed of:

• Brendan Mulholland on flutes, bringing melodies and ornamentation to the fore 

• Blaithín Mhic Cana, whose expressive vocals draw on her native South Armagh singing tradition, especially the regional song lore 

• Aaron O’ Hagan, playing uilleann pipes along with flute and whistles, adding both tone and rhythmic drive 

• Luke Ward, on bouzouki and vocals, anchoring harmonic support and song texture 

Their self‑titled debut album was released on 1 February 2025. It has been widely praised by critics and the trad community for its confident presentation of both instrumental sets and song material rooted in Ulster’s musical heritage. 

Tempest’s repertoire embraces a balance of driving dance tunes and emotionally resonant songs. Their musical identity is firmly anchored in the heritage of Ulster—especially the northern province’s traditions—while also seeking fresh interpretations and energy.

Tempest Website

Tempest on Bandcamp

Macdara Ó Faoláin (Nuadan) - Collected Tabs

Macdara Ó Faoláin is a bouzouki‑player, multi‑instrumentalist and luthier from An Rinn, Co. Waterford. wlrfm.com+3The Irish News+3returntolondontown.org+3 

He is known for his innovative accompaniment style in Irish traditional music, combining deep harmonic awareness and delicate technique. The Irish News+3returntolondontown.org+3folkandroots.co.uk+3 

Mcdara has recorded and performed with many leading artists including Nuadan, Cormac McCarthy, The Friel Sisters, Derek Hickey and Nell Ní Chróinín. folkandroots.co.uk+3The Irish News+3Macdara Ó Faoláin+3 

As a native speaker of Irish, he also writes songs in Irish and builds instruments (mainly bouzoukis & mandolins), helping to sustain and evolve the tradition. The Irish News+2returntolondontown.org+2 

(written by chatgpt)

Here's a list of my Tabs:

- The Beautiful Goldfinch (Nuadan)

- The Muskerry Tram (Nuadan)

- The Stone Of Destiny (Nuadan)

- The Hills Of Larraga (with Oisin Morrison)

Donal Lunny - Collected Tabs

 Here you find a list of tabs I made of Donal Lunny's accompaniments.

Intro to unknown Jig

The Parting Glass (Sandra Joyce & Donal Lunny)

You Lovers All (Frank Harte & Donal Lunny)

My friend chatgpt wrote a little text for me:

Dónal Lunny (born 10 March 1947, Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland) is a seminal figure in Irish traditional music—renowned as a bouzouki player, guitarist, composer, and producer. CFA Creative Futures Academy+3Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3

He was a founding member of several landmark bands, including Planxty, The Bothy Band, Moving Hearts, Coolfin, and Mozaik. CFA Creative Futures Academy+3Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3 Lunny is widely credited with introducing and popularizing the flat‑backed Irish bouzouki—modifying its design (via luthiers such as Peter Abnett) to suit the demands of Irish folk accompaniment. Wikipedia+2The Irish Post+2

Beyond instrument performance, he has worked as a producer and arranger, collaborating with both Irish traditional and international artists, continuously innovating across decades. allcelticmusic.com+2Wikipedia+2

Donal Clancy - Collected Tabs

The Maid On The Green

The New Broom

Dónal Clancy is one of the finest guitarists in Irish traditional music today. Raised in An Rinn, County Waterford, he comes from a legendary musical family—his father was none other than Liam Clancy of The Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem.

Dónal began playing guitar at an early age and developed a style that blends technical precision with deep musical sensitivity. He was member of the acclaimed group Danú and has performed with The Chieftains, Eileen Ivers (Riverdance), and the Máirtín O’Connor Trio, among others.

In addition to guitar, Clancy plays bouzouki, mandolin, and other stringed instruments. His solo albums combine traditional ballads with elegant arrangements and modern virtuosity.

Through his music, he not only preserves his family’s rich musical heritage—he continues to shape and expand it.

Brian Miller - Collected Tabs

Here's a list of the tabs I made of accompaniments by Brian Millar.

John McCormick & Mary Vanorny with Brian Miller - In The Tap Room

 Lillies In The Field

The Black Haired Lass

Bag of Spuds

Brian Miller hails from Bemidji, in northern Minnesota. He developed a deep connection to Irish music early in life and has become known as a singer, guitarist, and bouzouki player dedicated to reviving traditional songs from the Great Lakes region—especially ballads once sung in lumber camps, aboard ships, and along the railroads.

Brian has performed with several notable groups, including Bua, Two Tap Trio, Chulrua, and the Máirtín de Cógáin Project. He is also an experienced educator and has taught for many years at institutions such as the Center for Irish Music in Minnesota.

His duo project The Lost Forty, with Randy Gosa, focuses on uncovering and performing Irish-influenced folk songs from the northern U.S., combining music with rich historical storytelling and cultural context.

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- Eoin O'Neill

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Daoiri Farrell - Collected Tabs

Over the years, I have collected several tabs and chord sheets from Daoiri Farrell. Over the last 10 years, he has undoubtedly become one of Ireland's most influential singers. I first met him in 2011 at a weekend workshop and was impressed by his manner and musicality. At the time, he was still relatively unknown and had just released his first CD, which I had to purchase immediately. I still have a video of him playing my bouzouki from Heiner Dreizehnter and singing the song ‘Paddy's Green Shamrock Shore’. I had requested this song because he had sung it at the ceilidh the night before. You can also find this video on YouTube.

Here are the links to my tabs:

The Creggan White Hare

The Galway Shawl

Paddy's Green Shamrock Shore and here

Sweet Portadown

Boozin'

Blackwaterside / New Tabs!

The Wedding Above In Glencree

Tipping It Up To Nancy

Windmills

Bogie's Bonnie Belle

Galway Girl

John O'Dreams

The Galway Shawl - Intro and chords

A Pint Of Plain

Pat Rainey

McShane

Biddy Mulligan

The Mickey Dam

The Shady Woods Of Truagh

Here's a link to a concert I filmed with his Trio in 2019

Danny Diamond (fiddle) & Brian Miller (bouzouki) live at ‪@TheCelticJunction‬ , September 2024

Brian Millar is a musician based in St. Paul, Minnesota, known for his deeply rooted work in Irish traditional music. Originally from Bemidji, he fell in love with Irish sounds as a teenager at the Winnipeg Folk Festival and has since developed a rich career as a guitarist, bouzouki player, singer, and multi‐instrumentalist. 

He has played with bands such as Bua, The Two Tap Trio, and in recent projects like The Lost Forty (with Randy Gosa), bringing to light song traditions from the Great Lakes region and lumber camps. Miller also teaches Irish music, and his accompaniment style—especially on guitar and bouzouki—is admired for its intricacy, drive, and deep sense of tradition.

His website

Here's a link to an older interview with Brian Millar

Danny and Brian play some Reels: Paddy Fahy's / The humours of Carrigaholt / Felie's Fancy (comp. Arty McGlynn) / The Grand Canal

Another set of Reels: 

The Three Scones of Boxty / The Long Slender Sally / The Colliers'

 ‘A que por muy gran fermosura’ is the title of Cantiga 384 from the Cantigas de Santa María, a collection of songs praising the Virgin Mary written during the reign of Alfonso X the Wise. This cantiga tells the story of a devout monk who wrote the name of Saint Mary in three colours to honour her great beauty, and how the Virgin appeared to him in a dream to thank him. 

The tab is in the video. I tabbed it with Tabledit. If you like you can download it here