Abbey Tavern Singers

The Abbey Tavern Singers were formed in 1962 when Mrs. (Minnie) Scott-Lennon of the Abbey Tavern in Howth, Dublin, decided that musicians and balladeers, performing in a relaxed sing-along manner, would be popular in her tavern.
Within short time the Singers drew capacity crowds.
In 1966 “ We’re Off To Dublin In The Green” (featuring the Singers) was released as a beer TV commercial.
Due to this commercial the Abbey Tavern Singers became very popular in Canada as well. The single became an international hit and the Singers toured North America.
*Members:
Margaret Monks (vocals), Michael O'Connell (vocals), Tess Nolan (vocals) Mary Sheehan (vocals; replaced Nolan), Brian O'Rourke (banjo), John O'Brien (guitar), Bill Powers (banjo-mandolin), Tommy Rick (Illin pipes), Seamus Gallagher (fiddle), Joe O'Leary (fiddle), Paddy Joseph "P.J." Downes (spoons)

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