Veteran Irish trad act The Bothy Band have been forced to cancel their upcoming shows in the National Concert Hall in Dublin as founding member Dónal Lunny recovers from major surgery.
The band were due to play two dates at the venue in July and August.
However, in a statement, they said, "Founder member of the Bothy Band, Dónal Lunny, has recently undergone major surgery that will require a lengthy recuperation.
"This will prevent the Bothy Band from fulfilling all concerts planned for the summer and autumn of 2024.
"We are mindful of the many people who were looking forward to the band's performances at the National Concert Hall.
"The members of the Bothy Band very much regret that we are obliged to cancel all concerts for 2024 as the recovery of Dónal comes first. We are hopeful that we can re-schedule concerts for 2025.
"We would request that people respect Dónal's privacy as he works towards recovery - TrIona ní Dhomhnaill, Matt Molloy, Paddy Keenan, Kevin Burke, Paddy Glackin, Seán Óg Graham".
The National Concert Hall extended their best wishes to Dónal Lunny and added that they would automatically refund ticket holders.
