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“A transcendent mix of composition and improvisation” – Jazz Ireland

“An exciting, fresh endeavour to create something new; a unique blend of improvisation, folk, world and contemporary”

The Irish Times

Chris Comhaill, AKA ‘Front Row Seats’, is the pseudonym of guitarist, producer and songwriter Chris Cole.

He creates music across an eclectic array of genres, his fluency on both electric and acoustic guitar in a diverse range of styles has kept him in high demand as a session musician. His love of Celtic song, story, folklore and history shapes much of his creative practice. His debut EP ‘Fuinneog’, released in 2023, received critical acclaim and offers a window into his musical world, marrying contemporary, classical and Celtic.

Chris has travelled the globe with his guitar – from performing his ‘Dúchas – Celtic Guitar’ project at the Irish Embassy in Tanzania, to sell out performances in prestigious venues such as The Whale Theatre and St Patrick’s Cathedral in his hometown of Dublin. He has even played at Electric Picnic and has played support and shared the stage with the likes of The Script and George Ezra.

Chris is also delighted to perform at weddings, both in Ireland and abroad, and offers music for civil, spiritual and religious ceremonies as well as music for drinks receptions. pre-dinner and Day 2. He works closely with all of his couples to create the perfect soundtrack to their big day, specially arranging all of his repertoire, including any music the couple chooses as a special request, adding that extra magic to their day.

Chris also works with a range of singers and instrumentalists, should couples wish to add a vocalist and/or another instrument, with several packages available to choose from.

Couples who book with Chris, and their guests, are in for a treat and will experience nothing short of world class concert level performance on their big day.

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