Matt Molloy & John Carty

Matt, over the years, has been a member of the Bothy Band, Planxty and the Chieftains. His three solo albums, as well as his trio recording with Tommy Peoples and Paul Brady in the late 70’s brought flute playing to a new level.

Born in London but living in Ireland for over 30 years, John Carty has established himself among the elite of Irish traditional musicians. With three solo fiddle albums, two banjo albums, two group albums and a sprinkling of recorded tenor guitar and flute music recordings under his belt, John Carty’s musical prowess has grown to great heights.

Both musicians are recognised internationally as senior exponents and transmitters of Irish traditional music. Their collaboration represents a meeting of two master musicians deeply embedded in the culture of the music, and their performances are valued for their authenticity, regional character and close connection to earlier strands of the Irish instrumental tradition. Both are recipients of TG4's Musician of the Year.