Michael Buckley

Dublin-born, Michael Buckley is regarded as one of the most important and influential
musicians on the Irish jazz scene. A second-generation saxophonist (his father played with guitarist Louis Stewart), flautist and composer, Michael has been playing professionally since childhood, when he worked in theatre, and dueted with US saxophone master George Coleman, aged nine. His virtuosity and musicality have given him “first call” status, performing and touring regularly with major international figures. Michael regularly works on film and television scores, and collaborates with mainstream
artists including Glen Hansard, Paul Brady, The Corrs, Donovan, and The Cranberries. He runs his own House of Horns Studio, and has built a strong music production reputation, recording, mixing and mastering. Michael’s debut album as leader, THE PENDULUM (IMC) featured bassist Wayne Batchelor and drummer Darren Beckett. It was followed by THE TOURIST (Urban Beauty) featuring
San Francisco-based pianist Edward Simon, drummer Stephen Keogh and bassist Jeremy Brown. On IT IS WHAT IT IS (Lyte) he showed his talent as a pop/R&B songwriter. With a master’s degree from TU Dublin, Michael has been a faculty member for Dublin City
University’s Jazz Program including performing and collaborating with Berklee personnel. ““The creativity and internationality of Michael Buckley’s music will reach around the world, bringing him and his music into prominence within the ever growing jazz community.” Benny Golson

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