Immerse yourself in Irish culture with John Benny's traditional music sessions.



Irish Music Sessions

John Benny and Éilís have brought their unique and friendly approach to Irish Traditional Music to John Benny's Pub. Among the great musicians and music that perform at our informal sessions, are singers such as Éilís, whose haunting, melodic voice is a direct connection to the traditional culture of a time past. At John Benny's, we infuse our sessions with music and song native to our peninsula. The words and notes of our music passed from generation to generation, father to daughter, mother to son, and in our pub, we offer visitors a glimpse at our rich heritage.




There are full details of times and styles of sessions given below. As well as instrumental Irish music and song, we have Irish set dancing, and a Folk-Blues session during the week. So, with Pints, Pies and plenty of traditional music and singing with an atmosphere all of its own, you'll have to experience it for yourself. And we look forward to welcoming you.


Éilís Kennedy


Her voice is a thing of gentle sublime beauty, the like for which mothers would be sold and kings ransoms exchanged.. Her sweet, clear, and flowing tones make short work of demanding songs in both English and Gaelic. Folk Roots Magazine

Éilís Kennedy. It has been a long, long time since we have been so stunned by a voice. Perfect. Chosen by Bill Margeson of Chicago News
Every once in a while, an album comes along which heralds a potentially, major yet underrated vocal talent.
Irish Music Magazine



Session Evenings

During the summer season 2008 our music sessions are:

  • Monday : Damien Mullane ( Champion Box Player) & Tommy O Sullivan ( Vocal & Guitar),
  • Tuesday: traditional session ( line –up varies week to week!)
  • Wednesday: Songs and tunes Éilís Kennedy, Tommy O’ Sullivan & Aoife Granville ( Fiddle)
  • Friday: Songs with The Dingle White Females ( Pauline Scanlon & Éilís Kennedy)
  • Saturday: Music and song Cillian O Brían ( Piper) and Tim O Shea ( Vocal & Guitar)

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