He has enjoyed plenty of success at county, provincial and All-Ireland level as a solo artist, in a duet, and as part of céilí bands or grúpa competitions. MacDara released his critically acclaimed solo album ‘Ego Trip’ in 201 – a live album of completely unaccompanied fiddle playing, apart from his feet and an appreciative audience. He has toured abroad as both performer and teacher, and is much sought after as an educator across Ireland and beyond.

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