Frankie Mcguire

Bodhran, Whistle, Percussion and Vocals

Frank was introduced to the music scene at an early age, playing in pipebands since the age of 9. He came from a very musical background - his father also being an accomplished musician. He then crossed over to traditional music, playing in sessions in Scotland an Ireland, and winning various competitions along the way. Since those early days Frankie has played in various bands including Beggar's Row, the Gaelum and alongside Sean O'Rourke and Chuck Flemming up and down the country. More recently he has played with Maggie McInnes, and with Alison Brown Quartet at Celtic Connections.

He has given many lectures and workshops on playing percussion and toured extensively in Ireland, Norway and Russia - including Moscow and St Petersburg, appearing on Russian TV and radio. In May he has been asked to work among percussionists in Cuba. Currently, Frank teaches at Newcastle University Traditional Music course, does outreach work with the Orbiston Arts Centre and is busy with his band Lyra Celtica.

Frank is from Lanarkshire, Glasgow.