
Kilfenora Céilí Band
The Kilfenora Céilí Band, one of Ireland’s most iconic and longest-established traditional music ensembles, has been captivating audiences since its founding in 1909 in the village of Kilfenora, County Clare. Celebrating its centenary in 2009, the band has remained at the heart of Irish music for well over a century, earning a reputation for its powerful sound, precision playing, and unmistakable style. Their latest production, Sparks Will Fly, showcases the band’s ability to blend tradition with innovation—offering a thrilling mix of traditional Irish music, song, dance, and dynamic stagecraft. With high-energy choreography, driving rhythms, and rich arrangements, the show captures the essence of what has kept the Kilfenora Céilí Band a beloved force in Irish music for generations. Audiences are drawn in not only by the group’s stellar musicianship, but also by their warmth and lively banter, ensuring each performance is as engaging as it is musically outstanding.