USA – 2015
by Chieftains on October 8, 2014
We have just added a number of new dates for 2015! Check back on our website regularly as we will be adding new performances and events in the coming weeks.
Summer 2014
by Chieftains on June 5, 2014
We are looking forward to a busy summer! We have recently added some new European performance dates. Please keep an eye on our website and facebook page as we update with more information in the coming weeks.
The Chieftains at Barretstown Castle
by Chieftains on November 6, 2013
We’re delighted to announce that The Chieftains plus special guests will be performing at an intimate Christmas concert at Barretstown Castle on Sunday, 24th November. Tickets cost €50, with all proceeds going directly to Barretstown, and include a welcome reception with finger food and a festive drink. To purchase tickets for this magical show, Lo-Call 1850 500 123
You can also find us here: https://www.facebook.com/Barretstown and www.barretstown.org
2014 US Tour Announced
by Chieftains on August 29, 2013
The Chieftains will be touring throughout the United States in early 2014. Please click here to learn when they will be in your city. Be sure to check back as we will be adding more dates soon!
New Chieftains Dates
by Chieftains on June 20, 2013
The Chieftains will be performing at the National Concert Hall in Dublin, Ireland on July 19th and 20th. The first show is already sold out so move quickly and purchase your tickets here.
The Chieftains Awarded Galicia’s Highest Cultural Honour
by Chieftains on June 12, 2013
The Council of the Galician Government will honor The Chieftains with the “Castelao Medal” at the upcoming awards ceremony on June 28th in Santiago de Compostela. The Castelao Medal is awarded annually by the Xunta de Galicia to recognize outstanding achievements in art, literature, music, or science. One of the founding members of The Chieftains, Mr. Paddy Moloney, will accept the award on behalf of the group
The Chieftains have a history with Galicia that stretches back almost thirty years…….In the late 1980’s, after a festival performance in the Galician seaport of Vigo, Moloney met a gifted piper by the name of Carlos Núñez. This meeting marked the beginning of a long-standing and fruitful collaboration. Núñez joined The Chieftains in performances around the world and thrilled audiences with his unmatched skill on recorder and the Gaita (Galician bag-pipes). The Chieftains also worked with Carlos in the studio on the full length release Santiago (1996-BMG Classics). The Chieftains drew inspiration from the traditional pilgrimage route to the enchanted cathedral of Santiago de Compestela. Moloney’s passion for music, influenced by the Galician tradition, drew him to regions outside of Galicia as well, including Cuba and southern California. The Chieftains have done a great deal to shed light on the cultural connection between Galicia and Celtic Ireland. They will be the first Irishmen to receive the Castelao Medal.
Moloney will join the other award winners and the President of the Galician Government, Mr. Alberto Núñez Feijóo at the President’s residence for a private luncheon following the awards ceremony.
The Chieftains feat. Cmdr. Chris Hadfield – Moondance Live!
by Chieftains on March 11, 2013
The Chieftains had the honor of performing live with Canadian Astronaut Cmdr. Chris Hadfield in Houston, TX on February 15th, 2013. Cmdr. Hadfield performed guitar and vocals on “Moondance” from aboard the International Space Station. What a thrill!
The Chieftains feat. Cmdr. Chris Hadfield – “Moondance” (Live)
The Low Anthem to join The Chieftains onstage!
by Chieftains on January 25, 2013
The Chieftains will be joined by special guests The Low Anthem for a trio of shows on their upcoming St. Patrick’s Day tour, including Morristown, NJ on March 5, Princeton, NJ on March 6, and Stamford, CT on March 12. The Low Anthem collaborated with The Chieftains on last years 50th anniversary album “Voice of Ages”, which Rolling Stone called “killer” and Billboard hailed as “momentous”, and joined them for a special performance on The Late Show with David Letterman.
See full dates for the US tour, which finds The Chieftains collaborating with a variety of orchestras on the tour page.
The Chieftains show in Austin, TX rescheduled to 2014
by Chieftains on January 9, 2013
Due to scheduling conflicts, The Chieftains show in Austin, Texas on February 14, 2013 is being postponed to a date in 2014. Please check our website and Facebook pages for updates. More information can be found on the website for One World Theatre in Austin, TX.
The Chieftains apologize for any inconvenience.
Martin Fay – 1938 – 2012
by Chieftains on November 14, 2012
The Chieftains are sad to announce that original member Martin Fay has passed away at the age of 76. Martin’s memory and music will be with The Chieftains always. He will be dearly missed.
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