Martin Hayes
IrelandmusicianMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Martin Hayes is a renowned Irish traditional musician celebrated for his exceptional fiddle playing and innovative approach to traditional Irish music. With a career spanning decades, Hayes has collaborated with various artists and ensembles, pushing the boundaries of traditional forms while maintaining their cultural essence. His work often features intricate melodies and rich harmonies, showcasing his deep understanding of the genre.
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Martin Hayes, Bishop of Clogher, said last month that just nine priests in his diocese were under 40.
Ireland’s ageing priests under pressure as numbers drop – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-12
Martin Hayes is a celebrated Irish fiddler who learned about zithers from Frere Paolo.
How the Making In symposium left an indelible mark – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-23
Martin Hayes curates a celebration of Irish musicianship at the Masters of Tradition festival in Bantry.
The best Irish events in August, from music and comedy to literature and science – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-05
Martin Hayes is a master fiddle player who has collaborated with Cormac McCarthy.
‘I’m still not able to understand how I played. It was painful to hit the keys’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-20
Martin Hayes is described as a luminary in his own right.
‘The bands saw they weren’t going to be up on the back of a truck in Portlaoise’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-03
Martin Hayes is one of Irish traditional music’s most important musicians collaborating with the National Symphony Orchestra.
Gracie Abrams, Wynton Marsalis, Night Dances and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-08
