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Busking is the practice of performing in public places for tips or gratuities. The earliest buskers in Galway were probably singers who would sing on the street, and then knock on doors in the hope of getting money or food. In the early 20th century, Johnny Doran and his family would move around playing in different places, including the races, and then in the evening outside the Imperial Hotel. Paddy Philbin, who later became a dancing master, would dance for him and they drew big crowds. Later came the Reaney brothers who played in various locations in Galway city and county.

A great finale is promised for this year’s Mayo County Council Arts Office Summer Music Series, which will come to a close in a whirl of music with Blazin’ Fiddles, who will perform on Thursday July 31 at 8pm in The Friary, Ballyhaunis.