Next year marks the incredible 50th anniversary of Irish traditional music pioneers The Chieftains. To celebrate this glorious landmark, the six-time Grammy Award-winning outfit will mark the occasion with an intimate performance at Dublin's Grand Canal Theatre on Tuesday May 29, 2012.

Over the course of their near-half century, The Chieftains have put Ireland on the map with their traditional stylings, while also making a name for themselves as a truly global phenomenon, performing at historical events and major happenings around the world. Most recently, Paddy Moloney's whistle and Matt Molloy's flute travelled to outer space in the company of a NASA astronaut, extending the band's impressive reach even further.

Tickets for this very special event are priced at €42
(including booking fee) and go on sale this Friday June 24 at 9am via Ticketmaster and all usual outlets.