On St Patrick's Day, a traditional Irish music performance from uilleann piper Liam O'Flynn.

A St Patrick's Day special episode of 'Encore' included guests actor Eamon Morrissey and singers Mary Coughlan and Josef Locke. Uilleann piper Liam O'Flynn closes the show with a performance of 'By the River of Gems'.

This episode of 'Encore' was broadcast on 17 March 1987. The presenter is Bryan Murray.

'Encore' was a chat show presented by actor Bryan Murray. Each episode featured three star guests, who performed and relived highlights from their own careers, as well as choosing memorable moments from Irish television. Their own favourite artists also performed on the show. 'Encore' ran for two series. It was first broadcast on 02 November 1986 and finished on 25 December 1987.