the tenters | gypsy jazz ensemble

The Tenters are a Dublin based Gypsy Jazz and Manouche Swing band. They play a variety of shows in their native Ireland and internationally - from festivals to events. At their core the band are a five piece - the classic line-up of fiddle, double bass and 3 guitars. They have also collaborated with guest singers for special performances throughout their tenure. You can find them at their long-standing residency in The International Bar on Wicklow Street in Dublin, swinging in salute to Django Reinhardt and givin’ ‘em a shot of the ol’ razzle-dazzle every second Sunday. Follow Tenters online on Instagram for updates: @tentersmusic

The tenters showcase

Above you can see The Tenters performing some of their favourite numbers from their repertoire live in studio.

the tenters | live at glassmask theatre

Some live clips of the Tenters performing at their sold-out show in Glassmask Theatre in Dublin in April 2024.

the tenters | line-up

Just like Django Reinhardt’s quintessential gypsy jazz band of the 1930’s, the ‘Quintette du Hot Club de France’, the Tenters are a 5 piece following in the footsteps of the greats with their lineup of viola, bass and 3 guitars. The Tenters are:

Brendan Lawless - Viola

Dave Mooney - Double Bass

Evin O’Brien - Guitar

John Mahon - Guitar

Chris Comhaill - Guitar