the future of bodhrán playing
Eamon Murray
Eamon Murray is one of Ireland’s most exciting bodhrán players, hailing from Randalstown, Co. Antrim.
A multiple champion, he claimed the All-Ireland bodhrán title four times, earning recognition early on as a prodigious talent.
He has performed with renowned artists such as Mícheál Ó Súilleabháin and Liam O’Maonlai, and is best known as a founding member of the innovative Irish band Beoga, who later gained global attention through collaborations with Ed Sheeran.
Respected maker as well as player, he co-developed the “EMsig” signature bodhrán with Christian Hedwitschak — featuring Lambeg skin and a unique 5-point tuning system designed for power and precision.
Dedicated to teaching, he runs Bite-size Bodhrán, a platform of short tutorials and insights drawn from over 20 years of playing and teaching.
Praised for his drive, groove, and creativity, Murray has been called “the future of bodhrán playing” by Johnny McDonagh of De Dannan.