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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screenshot-2023-07-03-at-09.48.14-Copy.png" alt="Manus McGuire performing live"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Secret-Sauce-.jpeg" alt="Secret Sauce"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/manus-mcguire-5.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/305480255_517227350403604_1127526589116476269_n.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-Genny-Le-Poisson-Rouge-22.6.18-1-scaled.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire, Le Poisson Rouge"> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Touring</p> <h2>Recent tours</h2> <div class="tour-grid"> <div class="tour-card"> <h3>Quebec & Ontario</h3> <span class="years">April 2025</span> <ul class="tour-list"> <li><span class="date">Apr 9</span>Concordia University, Montreal, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 10</span>Guest tutor, Siamsa School of Irish Music, Montreal, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 11</span>House Concert, Donnacona, Quebec City</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 12</span>Saint-Félix-de-Valois, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 13</span>Irene's Tavern, Ottawa, ON</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 14</span>St. Paul's Church, Brockville, ON</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 15</span>Talk: "Regional Fiddle Styles in Ireland," Concordia University</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 19</span>La Sala Rossa, Montreal, QC</li> </ul> </div> <div class="tour-card"> <h3>Australia & New Zealand</h3> <span class="years">Dec 2022 – Jan 2023</span> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/manus-with-logos-tour-version-2022-23-726x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australia and New Zealand tour poster" 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img 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class="tour-list"> <li><span class="date">Apr 9</span>Concordia University, Montreal, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 10</span>Guest tutor, Siamsa School of Irish Music, Montreal, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 11</span>House Concert, Donnacona, Quebec City</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 12</span>Saint-Félix-de-Valois, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 13</span>Irene's Tavern, Ottawa, ON</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 14</span>St. Paul's Church, Brockville, ON</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 15</span>Talk: "Regional Fiddle Styles in Ireland," Concordia University</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 19</span>La Sala Rossa, Montreal, QC</li> </ul> </div> <div class="tour-card"> <h3>Australia & New Zealand</h3> <span class="years">Dec 2022 – Jan 2023</span> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/manus-with-logos-tour-version-2022-23-726x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australia and New Zealand tour poster" 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img 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class="tour-list"> <li><span class="date">Apr 9</span>Concordia University, Montreal, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 10</span>Guest tutor, Siamsa School of Irish Music, Montreal, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 11</span>House Concert, Donnacona, Quebec City</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 12</span>Saint-Félix-de-Valois, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 13</span>Irene's Tavern, Ottawa, ON</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 14</span>St. Paul's Church, Brockville, ON</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 15</span>Talk: "Regional Fiddle Styles in Ireland," Concordia University</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 19</span>La Sala Rossa, Montreal, QC</li> </ul> </div> <div class="tour-card"> <h3>Australia & New Zealand</h3> <span class="years">Dec 2022 – Jan 2023</span> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/manus-with-logos-tour-version-2022-23-726x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australia and New Zealand tour poster" 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screenshot-2023-07-03-at-09.48.14-Copy.png" alt="Manus McGuire performing live"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Secret-Sauce-.jpeg" alt="Secret Sauce"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/manus-mcguire-5.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/305480255_517227350403604_1127526589116476269_n.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-Genny-Le-Poisson-Rouge-22.6.18-1-scaled.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire, Le Poisson Rouge"> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Touring</p> <h2>Recent tours</h2> <div class="tour-grid"> <div class="tour-card"> <h3>Quebec & Ontario</h3> <span class="years">April 2025</span> <ul 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img 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class="tour-list"> <li><span class="date">Apr 9</span>Concordia University, Montreal, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 10</span>Guest tutor, Siamsa School of Irish Music, Montreal, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 11</span>House Concert, Donnacona, Quebec City</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 12</span>Saint-Félix-de-Valois, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 13</span>Irene's Tavern, Ottawa, ON</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 14</span>St. Paul's Church, Brockville, ON</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 15</span>Talk: "Regional Fiddle Styles in Ireland," Concordia University</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 19</span>La Sala Rossa, Montreal, QC</li> </ul> </div> <div class="tour-card"> <h3>Australia & New Zealand</h3> <span class="years">Dec 2022 – Jan 2023</span> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/manus-with-logos-tour-version-2022-23-726x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australia and New Zealand tour poster" 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img 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He is now also a founding member of <strong>Secret Sauce</strong>, exploring the shared roots of Irish and Québécois folk music, and lends his support to <strong>TuneFest Dungarvan</strong> and <strong>Deise Abú</strong> closer to home.</p> </div> <div class="fact-card"> <h3>Quick facts</h3> <div class="fact-row"><span>Fiddler of Dooney</span><span>Winner, 1970 (age 14)</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Albums recorded</span><span>16</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Bands co-founded</span><span>Buttons & Bows, Moving Cloud, Brock McGuire Band, Full Tilt, East West Fiddles, Secret Sauce</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Male Irish Traditional Musician of the Year, US, 2006</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Award</span><span>Bravo Award, Trad Magazine France, 2007</span></div> <div class="fact-row"><span>Based in</span><span>Dungarvan, Co. Waterford</span></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <div class="teaser"> <img decoding="async" src="https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a3247913215_5.jpg" alt="Secret Sauce album cover"> <div class="teaser-text"> <p class="eyebrow">Latest release</p> <h3>Secret Sauce</h3> <p>Irish and Québécois folk traditions meet in this new quartet with André Marchand, Michel Bordeleau, and Kate Bevan-Baker. Debut EP out now, recorded live at Studio de la Côte Jaune, Québec.</p> <a class="btn" href="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/secret-sauce/">Explore Secret Sauce</a> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Also on record</p> <h2>East West Fiddles</h2> <div class="release-feature"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2023-07-05T135138.691-1024x1024.png" alt="East West Fiddles album cover"> <div> <p>A musical experience like no other, showcasing the beauty and soul of Irish traditional music seamlessly blended with Japanese melodies. Manus McGuire joins forces with Mareka Naito and Junji Shirota, with the mandocello and voice of Garry O'Briain, for a sound that's nothing short of magical.</p> <a class="btn" href="#">Buy now</a> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Press</p> <h2>What people are saying</h2> <div class="quote-grid"> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire, Full Tilt"> <div> <p>"World known and respected Sligo fiddler Manus McGuire... their resulting live album is a stunner that you will want to add to your collection."</p> <p class="attr">Irish American News, Chicago — May 2021</p> <p class="credit">Photo courtesy of Graeme Hewitson</p> </div> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Whether you're listening or dancing, singing or playing along with these superb musicians, Full Tilt's first album is a tonic in these times."</p> <p class="attr">Folkworld UK — April 2021</p> </div> <div class="quote-card"> <p>"Fiddlewings exudes class from first to last note played. Variety, virtuosity and vitality are the lasting impressions created by this recording."</p> <p class="attr">Earle Hitchner, Irish Echo / Wall Street Journal</p> </div> <div class="quote-card with-photo"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <div> <p>"If you get a chance to see either of these artists don't hesitate. Their show is a mini showcase of Irish dance music, fine singing, and an amazing dance hybrid. What a performance!"</p> <p class="attr">Tony Corcoran, Director, Tyneside Irish Centre — Oct 2017</p> <p class="credit">Manus McGuire & Emily Jean Flack, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Ontario</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Gallery</p> <h2>On stage and on the road</h2> <div class="gallery"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Full-Tilt-Manus-Frievalt-Flares1606310766080.-jpg-scaled.jpeg" alt="Manus McGuire portrait"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Manus_OzTour_Blanks-01-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australian tour"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/manuseast_1024x1024.webp" alt="East West Fiddles band"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-and-Emily-cropped-.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire and Emily Flack"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screenshot-2023-07-03-at-09.48.14-Copy.png" alt="Manus McGuire performing live"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Secret-Sauce-.jpeg" alt="Secret Sauce"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/manus-mcguire-5.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/305480255_517227350403604_1127526589116476269_n.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire"> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Manus-Genny-Le-Poisson-Rouge-22.6.18-1-scaled.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire, Le Poisson Rouge"> </div> </section> <section class="section-alt"> <div class="wrap"> <p class="eyebrow">Touring</p> <h2>Recent tours</h2> <div class="tour-grid"> <div class="tour-card"> <h3>Quebec & Ontario</h3> <span class="years">April 2025</span> <ul class="tour-list"> <li><span class="date">Apr 9</span>Concordia University, Montreal, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 10</span>Guest tutor, Siamsa School of Irish Music, Montreal, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 11</span>House Concert, Donnacona, Quebec City</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 12</span>Saint-Félix-de-Valois, QC</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 13</span>Irene's Tavern, Ottawa, ON</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 14</span>St. Paul's Church, Brockville, ON</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 15</span>Talk: "Regional Fiddle Styles in Ireland," Concordia University</li> <li><span class="date">Apr 19</span>La Sala Rossa, Montreal, QC</li> </ul> </div> <div class="tour-card"> <h3>Australia & New Zealand</h3> <span class="years">Dec 2022 – Jan 2023</span> <img decoding="async" src="https://www.manusmcguiremusic.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/manus-with-logos-tour-version-2022-23-726x1024.jpg" alt="Manus McGuire Australia and New Zealand tour poster" 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