While we mourn the passing of Séamus Begley, the renowned musician and singer from Kerry who has died aged 73, we also celebrate the extraordinary musical legacy the man leaves behind, from his musical partnership with Steve Cooney to his many collaborations with several generations of players.
His influence and legacy is immeasurable.
In 2020, a profile for TG4's Sé Mo Laoch explored Begley's musical background, as well as the musicians he surrounded himself with in adulthood - watch the programme in full here.
Begley & Cooney joined John Murray in the RTÉ radio studios in 2015 for a stunning rendition of Ar Éirinn Ní Neosfainn Cé hÍ.
In 2021 Seamus and Breanndán Begley, brothers and musicians, made a memorable appearance on The Tommy Tiernan Show, reminiscing on growing up in West Kerry.
Begley reunited with musical compadre Steve Cooney once more in 2020 for a performance of Bánchnoic Éireann Ó on the TG4 series Fleadh 2020, recorded in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath.
Let's close with a feast of folk - enjoy a special concert with Séamus Begley and the Síbín Orchestra, named after Seamus Begley's infamous Síbín in Baile na bPoc in West Kerry, recorded live at the Gleneagle INEC Arena in December 2020, and featuring the master at the height of his powers.
Ní bheidh a léithéid arís ann.
