The Byrne Brothers In Concert - A Celtic Christmas

THE BYRNE BROTHERS return to Dunedin for a holiday evening of wonderful Irish music! They are one of our favorites who have delighted our audiences for many years as we have watched the brothers grow up.

Dempsey has been entertaining audiences since the tender age of 2, and is a real character on stage. He made history by becoming the youngest entertainer ever at Walt Disney World at the age of 8. His distinctive powerful bodhran playing style and singing have earned him admiration from musicians all around the world. Dempsey has collaborated with top Irish bands such as We Banjo 3, Clannad, and JigJam, as well as Irish tenor legend Ronan Tynan.

Finn is a multi-talented artist with a passion for music, dance, and creative pursuits. Being the most followed Trad guitarist, Finn has had over 30 million views on his social media gaining over 140,000 followers in just a year. He also produced The Boys Of Doorin album at the age of 18 and wrote 5 of the tracks on it. As twice Donegal champion on banjo and mandolin, and a twice Ulster champion Irish dancer, Finn has established himself as a skilled musician and dancer.

Luca is a multi-talented artist with an impressive set of skills. As the Donegal Champion on Accordion and Ulster Champion Irish Dancer, he has established himself as a highly accomplished musician and dancer. In addition to his musical and dance abilities, Luca is also a talented photographer and filmmaker, having won awards for his work in these fields and has become s a highly sought after Music Video Director and Photographer for Latin Artists signed to major labels in Miami.

Tommy, hailing from Dublin, is a highly skilled musician with expertise in Guitar, Uilleann Pipes, Bagpipes, Fiddle, Whistles, and Vocals. He has a rich background in music, having been an ex-Grade 1 Bagpiper with World Champions St. Joseph's Pipe Band Clondalkin. Tommy is also recognized as one of the founding father of the Temple Bar music scene in Dublin and has gone on to become an International Irish show director with over 25 years of experience. He has directed various shows, including his biggest production, Celtic Dance Force in New Zealand, featuring 30 dancers and an 8-piece band. Apart from his impressive musical, directing  and composing career, Tommy has also performed with renowned groups like The Chieftains and Michael Flatley on Broadway.

The Byrne Brothers – Taking Traditional Irish Music to a whole new level! Irish Music Magazine

​The Byrne Brothers are a multi award-winning Donegal band, now electrifying audiences across the USA with their 'Next Generation Irish Trad, Folk and Dance Music"

​With over 250,000 followers and well over 50 million music video views, The Byrne Brothers are among the most followed and sought after Irish music bands in the US, Ireland and are ready to take on the world!

This "must see"  festival headlining powerhouse band create unforgettable feel-good high energy Traditional Irish Music shows with a modern twist that has audiences dancing on their feet and mesmerized  by their talent.

​​Major Achievements

• Young Artist Academy® Award from Hollywood for – Outstanding Music Ensemble 

• Rising Stars of the Year – American Celtic Radio

• Youngest Ever Entertainers in the history of Walt Disney World

• Performed in 49 U.S. States

Doors open at 6 pm; concert begins at 7 pm.

All tickets include day membership to the Scottish American Society of Dunedin, where our proceeds help promote and preserve the Scottish Arts in our Community. We are proud of helping students of highland dance and bagpipes achieve their personal goals!