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A self-taught saxophone player Buckley’s unique style and virtuosic technique is internationally recognise.
He is one of Ireland’s leading jazz performers. He has been described as “extraordinary” (Irish Times, 2001), “something of a genius…[with] a world reputation amongst saxophonists” (Irish Times, 1999) and a musician whose “playing manages to be simultaneously passionate and gentle, romantic and elegiac.” (Sunday Independent, 2001) Musicians with whom he has collaborated include Van Morrison, Freddie Hubbard, Dave McKenna, Harry Allen, Lew Soloff, Guy Barker, Jiggs Wigham, Bob Dylan, Georgie Fame, Jon Hendricks, Carlos Santana, Barry Manilow, and Elvis Costello. Recording credits include Van Morrison, James Williams, Barry Manilow, Riverdance, Lord of the Dance and Elmer Bernstein.
He has also recorded and performed with major Irish artists including The Cranberries, Christy Moore, Sharon Shannon, Sinead O’Connor, Paul Brady and Bill Whelan. His critically acclaimed album ‘Your Love is Here’, featuring his own compositions and guest artists Lew Soloff and the Robin Aspland Trio, was recorded in September 2000.
Richie has scored three documentary films – ‘Luke’ (Luke Kelly, directed by Sinead O’Brien), ‘Friel’, ‘Lee Marvin’ (directed by John Boorman) and the film ‘The General’ (directed by John Boorman). Most recently Richie scored the soundtrack to W.C (Dir: Liam O’Mochain) and his track, ‘Just Another Waltz’ has featured in Maurice Linnane’s first feature ‘A Kiss For Jed’
With his unique style and virtuosic technique, Richie Buckley is internationally recognised as one of Ireland’s leading jazz performers. Described by the Irish Times as “something of a genius…[with] a world reputation amongst saxophonists”, he has collaborated with musicians as diverse as Van Morrison, Freddie Hubbard, Bob Dylan, Georgie Fame, Jon Hendricks, Carlos Santana, Barry Manilow, Elvis Costello and James Williams.
Listen to here: The Richie Buckley Quintet Live in Dublin
Members:
Richie Buckley – Sax
Paul Moore – Bass
Phil Ware – Piano
John Moriarty – Guitar
Kevin Brady – Drums
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Venue Information - Magistorium
Magistorium, located on the site of the legendary McGonagles, has been reincarnated as a magnificent theatre like venue that plays host to the most eclectic performances and cultural events you will find anywhere in Dublin, as well as offering guests the option to dine, a nod to its previous life as The Crystal Ballroom. Magistorium is a place that encapsulates the best elements Irish entertainment has to offer presented in a non-stereotypical way. Magistorium offers guests the hottest in traditional, jazz cabaret and world music, catering for all tastes, ages and interests. We are sure you will feel at home in Magistorium.