Legendary Irish fiddler Martin Hayes leads a wide-ranging concert celebration a few days after St. Patrick’s Day, featuring an exciting variety of special guests, traditional sean-nós singing and dancing, and modern takes on Irish traditions. Regarded as one of the most significant talents to emerge in the world of Irish music, Hayes has drawn inspiration from many musical genres but remains grounded in the music he grew up with in East County Clare.

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Martin Hayes & the Common Ground Ensemble

University of Michigan

One of the world’s most celebrated Irish fiddlers, Martin Hayes has been a standout on the Irish trad scene for decades. A six-time All-Ireland fiddling champion from County Clare—the homeland of traditional Irish music—Hayes has a unique ability to transform and broaden listeners’ understanding. His music remains deeply rooted in Irish expression, yet it reaches across styles and cultures, creating a truly global conversation.

Morgan Bullock

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Mar 20, 2026

Martin Hayes & the Common Ground Ensemble · University Musical Society

Mar 18, 2026

Martin Hayes and the Common Ground Ensemble · Celebrity Series of Boston

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