Piano Accompaniment Workshop with Ryan Molloy

Ryan Molloy

Composer and pianist Ryan Molloy has performed to international audiences for more than twenty years. He was named TG4 Gradam Ceoil 2024 Composer of the Year, and was nominated for the RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Awards in 2020 and 2021.

Ryan has recorded on more than thirty albums as a pianist, composer and arranger with a repertoire spanning traditional Irish and contemporary classical. A much sought-after collaborator, he has worked with artists and ensembles including Fergal Scahill, Seán Óg Graham, Neil Martin, Paddy Glackin, Iarla Ó Lionáird, North Cregg, Barry Kerr, the Ulster Orchestra and the Irish Chamber Orchestra.

His music is broadcast on BBC Radio 3, Radio Ulster, RTÉ lyric fm, Radio 1 and Ráidió na Gaeltachta as well as BBC 2, UTV and TG4. Described as a ‘milestone’ in traditional piano performance, his acclaimed first solo recording Pianophony was released in 2019. Recent works including Casúir’s Cnaipí and Pianoboxing, showcase his innovative approach.

*Please note that instrumental workshops are aimed at intermediate to advanced level players. Beginners are welcome to purchase tickets to attend as observers. Please arrive at the workshop venue 30 minutes before the start time to allow for registration. Tickets may be purchased on the door, but advance booking is recommended as workshops are very popular and places are limited.