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Jan22

SPACE at The Cooler

Gig | The Complex

Jan23

Better Live & IMC present SPACE

Gig | Clew Bay Hotel

Jan23

Scott's Jazz Club Presents: Michael Buckley Quartet

Gig | Scott's Jazz Club

Jan24

Better Live & IMC present SPACE

Gig | The Triskel Arts Centre

Jan24

Conor Guilfolye Quartet

Gig | Arthur's

Jan25

Greystones Jazz Jam

Jam Session | Whale Theatre

Jan30

Portlaoise Jazz Festival 2026

Special Event | Dunamaise Arts Centre

Jan30

Lee Meehan - Portlaoise Jazz Festival 2026

Special Event | Dunamaise Arts Centre

Jan30

Scott's Jazz Club Presents: Zak Irvine Quartet

Gig | Scott's Jazz Club

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Tommy Halferty, A Part of the Continuum Documentary Series 2025

Irish jazz guitarist Tommy Halferty has been a defining force in Ireland’s jazz scene for over four decades. A Part of the Continuum is an 11-part documentary series from Director / Producer Peter Moc that explores his remarkable journey—from his early influences and formative encounters to his extensive career as a performer, composer, and educator.

Latest Episodes of A Part of the Continuum

Friday September 19

Episode 11 – Teaching Career – Tommy Halferty,…

The final episode explores Tommy Halferty’s lifelong commitment to education—both in and beyond music. From…

In A Part of the Continuum by Red Keane
Wednesday September 03

Episode 10 – Halferty, Redmond, Brady 2010 –…

In 2010, Tommy Halferty began a new chapter with drummer Kevin Brady and bassist Dave…

In A Part of the Continuum by Red Keane
Monday August 25

Episode 09 – Tommy Halferty Invites Norma Winstone…

This episode highlights Tommy Halferty’s long-standing musical friendship with renowned ECM vocalist Norma Winstone. The…

In A Part of the Continuum by Red Keane

The Hot Box

The Hot Box #148 - Jack DeJohnette

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

The Hot Box #147 – Christmas Box

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

The Hot Box #146 – New Releases

Monday, December 15, 2025

The Hot Box #145 - New Material from Ireland and USA

Thursday, November 20, 2025

The Hot Box #144 - Celebrating Two Jazz Greats

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Latest Episodes of "In The Groove"

In the Groove is a deep dive into the lives, inspirations, and creative processes of the extraordinary musicians who shape the Irish jazz community. Each episode features in-depth interviews, candid conversations, and exclusive behind-the-scenes insights. Whether you’re a long-time jazz enthusiast or new to the scene, this series promises to inspire, inform, and entertain.

Tuesday December 23

In The Groove: Episode #11 - YDIVIDE

In this episode, we teamed up with The Improvised Music Company and Better Live Music…

In In The Groove by Red Keane
Wednesday November 05

In The Groove: Episode #10 - Orlando Molina

Welcome to In the Groove, a brand-new YouTube series from Jazz Ireland, where we bring…

In In The Groove by Red Keane
Monday October 06

In The Groove: Episode #9 - Carole Nelson

Welcome to In the Groove, a brand-new YouTube series from Jazz Ireland, where we bring…

In In The Groove by Red Keane

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Bray Jazz Festival Celebrates 25 Years with Landmark Line-Up

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Bray International Jazz Festival returns over the May Bank Holiday weekend, May 1st–3rd, marking a significant milestone as the festival celebrates...