The Maguires at Temple Bar Tradfest 2017

The Maguires at the launch of their debut album, Little Giants and Other Oxymorons at Temple Bar Tradfest in January 2017. This clip features a bodhrán solo from Seán Maguire, just 11 years of age at the time, followed by a set of reels from the band. This clip has been featured on Independent.ie, IrishCentral.com, DrumTalkTV, and many other sites and has been viewed millions of times across various sites and platforms. Find out more about The Maguires on Facebook or on their website: maguireband.com

[@skippy528]

One of the best solo drum playing I have heard. Awesome people

[@Silvertongue8]

I completely agree, I'm a drummer myself, but on the kit, that boy is absolutely superb!!!

[@jamesbradshaw3389]

I refuse to disagree with you, he is brilliant, I can hear a little of Brian Downey's solo from THin Lizzy Live & Dangerous album n this

[@jjjackson5183]

His big sisters are looking at him to say, "Are you going to let us jump in here somewhere?" He is REALLY good and just a kid.

[@user-cn5wv6mf4g]

WOW! Such talented kids, and that kid on the bodhran is AMAZING!!!!

[@theoutspokenhumanist]

To play the Bodhran that well, so young is outstanding. I loved the looks the girls kept giving him. Great performers.

[@KieranSaighir]

I agree with all you said. For me, I kept looking at the girls, not sure if they weren't both displeased and amused with the boy (showboating in their eyes, maybe?). Of course that was simply my reading, which probably is wrong.

[@iskraivan7431]

Velikilozdrav 🇸🇮♥️♥️♥️

[@citadel5835]

@@KieranSaighir there waitin for there time to join in do you not see the rhythm.

[@durkbouma6642]

Very boring also for those girls, wondering when he is gonna stop..

[@natureboygolfer]

Thanks for letting us dumb Americans know what the instrument is actually called.

[@fraserfleming5723]

The love in the sisters eyes for their wee brother is beautiful, no rivelry just patience & that big sister look of love. Awesome

[@wolfthequarrelsome504]

Are you sure? Have you ever had sisters?

[@PaulLovesVarvara]

Yeah, that look in their eyes was "I am going to pound the crap out of you when we get home".

[@JonAdamich]

There was a moment that she thought his rhythm was the cue to start counting, but it was a bit later haha. Great chemistry, great playing. Really fantastic music and video. The accordian player is fucking insane. Amazing performance.

[@Sky_TEC_Illustraition_Systems]

Ha. Yeah right.

[@janneplanman6433]

Yea. That's what I was after in my comment, too😊

[@christopherholbrook8270]

Without the internet I would have never heard or seen this talented family. I feel enlightened today by this amazing family of musicians.

[@eliasstoukis5412]

I'M GREEK AND ROCK LOVER BUT THE ONLY THING I CAN SAY, IS UAAAAAAU.... LOVE YOU BOY AND GIRLS. YOU MADE MY DAY. 🤗🤗🤗

[@muratuyaroglu4955]

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[@giselawirnitzerrobisch7874]

I totally agree with you. Due to being obliged to stay in bed for several months I discovered such a huge amount of videos with music and poetry beside other things. Thanks yo KZbin!

[@migueljoseschettini9899]

Þ5666þþþþþþþ

[@emielvonbannisseht3977]

This young man is AWESOME that was three years ago ,can you imagine what he can do now. Can't wait to hear

[@flamboyantstudioscom]

If ever someone was born to play a certain instrument, it's that kid. There are people that strive for decades to reach that proficiency.

[@mr.g702]

Fully agree

[@yyyipugyyiouyyiiuuuippiuui4781]

Vczzxvvcxx? I'm jhyugbnbnhtfjkjlkhugfghjsee gtt6gdh6ju778mo9

[@urgdaddy]

If they are still living.

[@jamesa.rodriguez8598]

A God given talent

[@CelsojavierTaulada]

Asi es

[@vinvincible8]

Im m 44 yr old Bodhran player, this kid is an inspiration ❤

[@thecocktailian2091]

I WAS a 50 year old Bodhran player, then I saw this kid. I retired.

[@jamesbradshaw3389]

Good on you for telling the truth

[@josefinagarza241]

Lol

[@atze9Be]

How could anyone dislike this?!? Such talented musicians!

[@jamesbradshaw3389]

During my life, I have been very lucky to see some of the greatest hard-rocking bands in the world but very few with their 6 truckloads of equipment, massive drum set, helpers and 12 pairs of extra drumsticks could match this up young fellow, I would love to see this young man playing alongside the very great Brian Downey of Thin Lizzy, they would make a million pairs of feet tap and hands clap until the cows come home. What an excellent band those young Maguires and their dad make. This is the band that should be representing Ireland in the Euro Song Festival, all they would need to do is add a few words to part of the music, like a few shouts of joy

[@roberto5934]

Every time I watch this video... it just gets more awesome. The oldest sister is looking to her younger sister by a glance to control the young brother. The young boy, seeing that, taps his drum. He told his sisters to wait until he is done playing his drums. Beyond awesome. That kid has moxie. D

[@Gichanasa]

This kid with one drum and one stick has better grooves than many adults I have seen with massive drum kits.

[@rorob53]

It seems he played with 2 sticks, he changed the stick during his performance, Well done by all performers. Greetings from Bavaria, South Germany.

[@Gichanasa]

@@rorob53 Playing is done with one stick at a time...

[@rorob53]

@@Gichanasa From that point of view correct.

[@JelMain]

@@Gichanasa Not necessarily, there is a cross-hand style using two at 90.

[@jamesbradshaw3389]

I refuse to disagree with you and I have got to see some of the greatest bands in the world, his sound reminds me a lot of THIN LIZZY Brian Downey world-famous solo from Live & Dangerous album

[@estond]

Seán Maguire ~ Pure young Master of sound and extraordinary drum rhythm ~Best wishes from Macedonia

[@theondebray]

GREAT to see the youngsters taking over the traditions!

[@MJ-wrty]

I was just thinking that!!!

[@charlesmontykindley2126]

My heart swelled when they all came in! Thank you for sharing this! I honestly don't have words. Thank you

[@Andrew-Johnson]

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 💙✨ But if ye will not hear it, my soul shall weep in secret places for your pride; and mine eye shall weep sore, and run down with tears, because the LORD'S flock is carried away captive. Jeremiah 13:17 Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. Matthew 7:19 Parable of the Tares (Matthew 13:24-43)

[@charlesmontykindley2126]

@@Andrew-Johnson What are you on about?

[@stevenhanson6057]

Highest compliments. Absolutely magnificent!

[@WildWallaceMusic]

Did this kid really just rock a 3 minute solo on this instrument and captivate literally everyone!!

[@stephenperkins5648]

Yep!

[@josephs.montgomery9311]

And , one handed even !!

[@sorellman]

The sisters know the gig and they laugh every time he adds something extra here and there.

[@Aliveandlaughing]

Welcome to Ireland, it’s just a tiny part of us. What a brilliant player

[@Aliveandlaughing]

@@josephs.montgomery9311 the bodhran requires real rythm

[@aemcgarvey]

Thats how a Celtic war drum is played.. much admiration to the wee man..

[@carlosenriquearauz4769]

@GearóidODU - Thank you for the fact, when I saw the instrument, I wanted to know how and from where it is greetings I ☯️👍

[@ricemango7502]

@GearóidODU - What do you mean myth? Ireland is Gaelic alright but the Gaelic cultures are a subset of the wider Celtic cultures, which now unfortunately only includes Gaelic and Brythonic.

[@FinnMcRiangabra]

Um, not a war drum. But to my uneducated ear, master Maguire kills it.

[@jonathangribble7766]

I’ve watched this video many times in the last week, the lad is so amazing, they are all amazing. Well done

[@Andrew-Johnson]

I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. John 10:11 💙✨ But if ye will nоt hear it, my sоul shall weep in secret places fоr your pride; and mine eye shall weep sоre, and run down with tears, because the LORD'S flock is carried away captive. Jeremiah 13:17 Every tree that bringeth nоt fоrth gооd fruit is hewn dоwn, and cast intо the fire. Matthew 7:19 Parable of the Tares (Matthew 13:24-43)

[@maxditz78]

youtube.com/@MaguireBand

[@timr804]

Sean has a lot of confidence for an 11 year old, and he has the talent to back it up.

[@levefanov5981]

9дщ9щддддщ909

[@zelaht2778]

He's just part music 🎶

[@suleskos.2743]

Omgosh he just looks so cool and casual, like he could care less if he's alone or with thousands, all the while effortlessly kickin arse! Such talent and so young, blew me away!

[@mjw12345]

The glances the girls direct at their brother - priceless!

[@sgtcrab2569]

Like "Are you done yet?"

[@nodgelyobo1]

Aye he's gonnae get a good skelpin' when they leave that stage.. Lma

[@wolfthequarrelsome504]

Controlling witches

[@user-yj2iu5ik5h]

Леле, страхотни сте!!! А, малкия изтрепа рибата!!Уникален е , Вие също, както и удивителната , красива ,вдъхновяваща фолк.ирландска музика!!Браво! Поздрави от България, и ще ви очакваме да ни посетите с вашата прекрасна музика!❤❤❤

[@alladinandarilhobrazuca6357]

Unbelivable! Incredible! Amazing!

[@edmccaffrey1]

Now people can see, hear, and understand how bluegrass and country came to the US. This type of lovely music has its foundation and roots in the rolling fields and countryside of Ireland. As a full blooded Irishman me blood flows hot listening!

[@slomo4672]

As a Chinese immigrant to the US, I'm glad I learned this fact today.

[@thecocktailian2091]

To be fair, Irish, Scottish, English, French, German. Scandinavian, Basically Anglo Saxon culture.

[@banjodeano2202]

that was great to watch, the interaction between them all was great...great timing as well, they all knew what they were doing

[@FlatlandMando]

This young man & his talented family bandmates have done more than play with their cell phones for the last couple years. That much is obvious! Would love to hear them live

[@arthurrobb6148]

The percussion was outstanding

[@wilburshuman]

The 1200 people that Disliked This................... Probably, Can't Clap Thier own hands In Time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pretty Amazing Young Man !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@mikkimification]

Wow

[@Pub995]

Задолжал???

[@Heavywall70]

Probably Huns

[@robellis1214]

Who in the heck would give this a thumbs down? Weird. I maybe would cuz I'm just plain jealous!

[@goofy79248]

Great, i’ve nó other words for this!!

[@byebyecitybyebye]

when I visited ireland in 2003 or 2004 we met a brother and sister duet, they couldn't have been more than about 10-12 at the time... we ran into them in galway and circled clockwise around the whole country and ran into them again in dingle.... it's incredible the talent everywhere you look in ireland. if I don't make it back someday I'll curse myself forever.

[@JobHuntingAbroad]

Have you made it back yet, we are waiting?

[@byebyecitybyebye]

@@JobHuntingAbroad not yet, but I have tentative plans to visit with my sister in the summer!

[@reubenpilli6549]

Absolutely thrilled to watch these talented youngsters. They create beautiful music!

[@pramodbais1486]

Lovely music, young boy have great talent, love to all Irish people from India.

[@ghatamSURESHVAIDYANATHAN]

Fantastic Seán Maguire... As a senior percussionist from India , I can see the hard work, talent and the dedication in your performance. I do have a student of bodhrán from Scotland learing Indian rhymic system to play in it. :) God Bless. Go on to conquer the world! Your entire band is incredibe! Congratulations.

[@happys3648]

What is the name of this drum pls

[@woohoohaha7607]

@@happys3648 Bodhran

[@sitarnut]

Suresh, my brother & I both play the music of India.. Have listened to countless hours of the Masters of Indian percussion. Sean could "Sit in" with plenty of Tabla players I suspect. What gifted rhythmic talent the lad has and the limber wrists of youth.

[@tireachan6178]

As an Irishman I can also say that the musical culture of India is beautiful and intricate art form also.

[@fionanicolson7642]

Wow what an accomplished family, such a handsome talented lad and really beautiful talented sisters.

[@normansilver905]

Talent galore! First time I have ever heard of the Maguire's and hope to hear more.

[@nanners829]

That was brilliant! I loved how the girls faces lit up when they all joined in.

[@michaelboykin9881]

Nothing like seeing some youths who have a passion to keep traditions alive. God bless them.

[@allenkennedy6748]

Remarkable poise. Precision execution. All done with older sisters giving him the stink-eye. Every spring the urge renews for more Gaelic music. This family doesn’t disappoint. Thank you.

[@WendyBWilde]

Now that's the drummer I've been looking for! Aren't they all just so lovely and excellent!!

[@misterflibble6601]

I love watching the interaction between these family members, it's just wonderful. And what talent!

[@cjwgab4653]

I love thy way they all look at each other - what a spectacle!

[@prashantsingh5332]

The love of elder sister is blessings and cuteness of her love it seems just like a mother blessings because we Indians believe the elder sisters are like mother

[@ninamunro8015]

That boy! Is amazing!😮

[@maysheridan9119]

Oh Jee can’t get much better, just MIGHTY.

[@SwapanBiswasMusic]

I am speech less oh Really got Talent chilled in music world...God bless you and your family take care of yourself

[@idleonlooker1078]

Fantastic music!! That young man has the makings of a great bohdran player!! What's even better is that each musician is equally talented - parties at their place must be legendary stuff!! 😁👍

[@tommyfeck1829]

That young fella is absolutely amazing. And I would like to see more 👍

[@johnkilty5091]

I love the young confidence in this fine young man. The Irish have a wonderful sense of humor, and wonderful sense of self.

[@simonbrooksstoryteller]

Insane! So much to learn for me! This young lad is incredible. Keep up the great work, Sean.

[@williampower9084]

This is my first time seeing this performance, *PURE GENIUS TALENT.🥃🥃🥃👌

[@rustygoldfanatic8830]

God blessed talent on this young man... this made my day.

[@oldjoeclarke.]

No god, the kid did it himself and the rest of the band.

[@sakoupa]

Yeah! God bless this talented young man and the rest of the band members!

[@HueyMaxSucks]

No one blessed him with anything. He invested a lot of time to develope that skill. Well done to their parents for surrounding them with instruments and music.

[@oldjoeclarke.]

@@HueyMaxSucks Well put, no need for a blessing or whatever people use to mindlessly take away from hard work and good examples around them, no god and more real encouragement is our only way forward.

[@monicabeatrizcarabajal7483]

Mine too

[@rodsreel]

Jesus that kid on the drum thing is so musical timing phrasing dynamics mixing everything up and to top it all effortless. Best drummer I have ever heard. Natural.

[@herwigstieger5587]

so great and talented! big hand to Seán Maguire and his family! Greets from Austria - Herwig

[@sasswami7528]

What a beautiful family of sisters ❤ That young boy is so loved by them........precious.!

[@allenquartermane6134]

I was a session drummer in three top studios in NYC during the 70's and this kid just blew the top off my skull!!!!!!!!! and my socks are missing! hahahahahah these are such a wonderful group of musicians, I freaking love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@acyutanandadas1326]

Allen Quartermane Yeesss A one handed Buddy Rich

[@allenquartermane6134]

@@acyutanandadas1326 For sure about that! Can't stop watching him, still blows me away!

[@allenquartermane6134]

@@acyutanandadas1326 I have to use the settings wheel to slow it down so I can see what he's doing with is hands! This kid is lightning! I'll bet in a couple years he will be the worlds greatest!

[@acyutanandadas1326]

@@allenquartermane6134 His left hand is inside the 'bodhram' so that may be working too.

[@allenquartermane6134]

@@acyutanandadas1326 You bet! I can hear all the tone control he has by moving his left hand all around the inside and the various touch technique. I wonder when he started playing, and the whole family is incredible. Bet the dad is very proud!

[@manotoshdey3020]

Amazing Performances ! The music played on the drum is quite special !

[@howardhalter3032]

Totally unbelievable this young man with his little stick and drum unbelievable very very talented and has more rhythm in his soul than I've ever seen in anybody and the rest of the quartet beautiful beautiful thank you. You made an old man happy tonight.

[@jorgschnegelsberg8493]

No words for this great performance. Extremely well done!

[@bobbythompson3544]

Best Bodhran player I have ever heard and he will only get better, what a family God Bless them

[@imamkustiaji7324]

Nice Irish song.... Always love the vibrant rithm....

[@imamkustiaji7324]

@Steve McQueen I know, I just typed in bahasa and didn't care to correct it as my English is withering off..... But thank you for the correction... glad to have a fellow care to correct it

[@roberto5934]

This has so many things going on I am bookmarking it. Remarkable.

[@nick.caffrey]

That young man is a mighty player. I love the way you all came in together on his tap! I love the way the sister on the right gives the orders. I think the young lad may not always obey! Why is it that they seem so Irish in essence to me?

[@1507l690]

All of them just brilliant - the girls so calm and played perfectly - and Sean just meant I sat with a smile on my face from the moment he started until the end. Just brilliant!

[@jossins]

O menino possui uma destreza para percussão fora do normal. Magnífico! Muito bom. O grupo musical está de parabéns!

[@user-ox5ef6hc6e]

Прекрасное исполнение, браво! Талантливый паренёк, молодчина👍👍👍

[@proudamerican0944]

Everyone performed great, but he was amazing on that drum.

[@Pachobotas1981]

i like his confidence,,,,,,he is so good in what he does.....Just look at him....Remarkable

[@bevfitzsimmonds3382]

Whoo -hoo! Such talent! Well done, indeed! Love to you, from Australia! ❤🦘👍☘🍀☘🍀👍🦘❤

[@jakemc2373]

Absolutely amazing!!

[@joelspringman7748]

I had no idea that the bodhran was so versatile! Kudos to this young man. Very impressive!

[@claramcharg3310]

What beautiful children.I loved their communication and little expressions. So sweet.

[@anidamsa4396]

Absolutely amazing, very talented family! Best bodhran solo I’ve ever seen , wel done young man !

[@fionatsangarides6201]

That literally gave me goosebumps and that boy is bloody amazing

[@mikejones-go8vz]

Probably the only kid in class to never get told off for tapping his pencil 😃

[@nelsonduffy4293]

mike jones ha ha

[@robertboyce7919]

I was told that at the time, now I am 76 and my wife will not let me have pencil near the table.. LOL

[@codmkris2960]

Bro every time I’m in class I get told to stop tapping my pencil

[@yvelisscintron3193]

Lol

[@albertoconti7028]

Oh yeah mike jones

[@martinharceg1868]

just PERFECT!!!! ...and incredibly funny, how She was looking at Him.

[@wheeren6850]

Okee

[@wheeren6850]

Goedzo

[@martinharceg1868]

@@wheeren6850 ?????

[@robertshand1944]

Wonderful playing and absolutely great control over his sisters - BRAVO Love you all:-))

[@zor777]

Maravilloso, excelente, felicitaciones.

[@cheralgeen3214]

Fantastic, makes one feel alive, and happy. Each one so talented.

[@wwiibuff9862]

What a talented family. I really enjoyed this.

[@Dibipable]

Fabulous percussionist, beautiful music, it’s great. bravo ! ⚜️🇫🇷

[@liamogrady2277]

This gives me goosebumps outstanding they are ☘️🍁

[@ABeyer2710]

You are all so talented...and it is hard work, to reach such a perfection in any of your Instruments. Respect and looooove

[@anusuyatk9016]

We loved very much

[@guilhermefilho3553]

Fantastic, Sean Maguire.

[@zdenekkudela5403]

This is about the 20th time I've seen it and it's still as appealing...Thanks.

[@johnniewelbornjr.8940]

Simply outstanding... Watching this in O'Neil, Nebraska today... A lot of talent in this composition!

[@SpotterPL1979]

Well done lads!...miss Ireland…(14 years there).. Regards from Poland! :)

[@Dc-yu8vb]

Absolutely brilliant classsssssss love it 👍🏻👌

[@johnkingsley9525]

First time I have seen this type of drumming and with just one stick so can you picture him with two sticks and a full drum set. Wonderful rhythm and God given talent along with two adoring sisters. God Bless 😊

[@afaf5708]

I don't know anything about celtic civilisation, tradition or music. I did love this. You are keeping your tradition alive! Keep doing it. I hope all young people do the same for their own traditions and cultures. Thank you ❤️

[@asimsherzai]

What a gifted family ..Blessings

[@martinjuarez2508]

Que maravilla, cuanto talento!!! Gracias, abrazo desde Argentina!!!

[@woohoohaha7607]

Thanks from Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪

[@planetaalfa5905]

your musical work is wonderful. I've watched it almost a thousand times and I can't get tired of seeing the drum solo. Amazing. You are wonderful! I greet you from Brazil, South America. Thank you for enchanting your music! family note ten

[@jpathak6227]

Beautiful! Siblings performance is awesome.

[@billbaynes3432]

Wowee! The young man on that drum thing has a fantastic natural rhythm about him! Really enjoyable! Great! 👍

[@dileepnaik1312]

This is a proof of what a prodigy does on an instrument that’s so difficult to play. Salute to the boy. Sisters are so proud when he is drumming

[@truthseeker9688]

AMAZING!!! love it!

[@thomasbrown2294]

I am absolutely overwhelmed! Way to go, Seán! You humble me! As, of course does the rest of the band!!!!)

[@jjmcoupebmw6557]

That boy is on another level.... just amazing!!!!

[@paulojorge4564]

Nossa!!!!!!!! Que espetáculo de percussão do garoto...ele é uma fera...e faz isso com uma naturalidade incrível... parabéns ao conjunto...maravilha...👏👏👏👏👏

[@johnnyshaughnessy5512]

My brother on the drums out here Rocking it. Best intro ever.