University of Massachusetts Amherst

Paddy Moloney with The Chieftains

The Chieftains are the heart and soul of traditional Irish music. They have collaborated with the giants of the entertainment world and have won countless Grammy Awards, but the essence of The Chieftains can be found in the first tiny wail of Paddy Moloney’s tin whistle, the gentle lilt of Kevin Conneff’s classic Irish tenor voice, or in those priceless—and frequent—moments when, in perfect sync, the band peels off a reel at breakneck speed.

“…any performance by The Chieftains is a celebration of the emerald glow of Irish culture.” -The Los Angeles Times

The Chieftains