Musician - Producer - Composer
WHAT THE CRITICS SAY
tHE iRISH tIMES
“A born collaborator, he's as much at home in the cosiest corner of a trad session as he is navigating uncharted waters where electronica and trad worlds occasionally converge.”
The Irish Echo
“ From County Clare, Rynne is a man who wears a lot of hats. In addition to being a virtuoso concertina player, he’s a noted composer, arranger, engineer and sound designer.”
celtbrit folk music
“Whatever Rynne does, the adjective that comes to my mind is bright. There is as much joy and life as there is mastery of the instrument, and it doesn’t matter if it’s trad or something newly composed; I listen to his music and I’m happy.”
Pádraig Rynne, hailing from the rich musical landscape of County Clare, Ireland, is a highly acclaimed concertina player, composer, and producer known for pushing the boundaries of traditional Irish music. From an early age, Rynne demonstrated extraordinary talent, winning five All-Ireland concertina titles by the time he was just 17. His musical journey quickly expanded beyond competitions, leading him to perform on international stages and collaborate with some of the most respected names in folk and contemporary music.
A visionary in his field, Rynne has played a key role in modernizing Irish traditional music by infusing it with elements of jazz, electronic, and world music. As a founding member of innovative ensembles such as Cian, Guidewires, Breen | Rynne | Murray, and NOTIFY, he has redefined how audiences experience folk music, blending tradition with fresh, contemporary influences. His solo works, including Bye a While, Conscious, and Begin with the End in Mind, showcase his unique compositional style and artistic evolution.
Beyond performance, Rynne is deeply committed to music education. As Music Development Officer for Music Generation Clare, he established the world’s first concertina orchestra, providing young musicians with opportunities to explore and develop their craft, ensuring the tradition continues to thrive for future generations.
