In this episode, Tommy Halferty reflects on the pivotal years of his trio with bassist Ronan Guilfoyle and drummer John Wadham (1936–2003). He delves into Wadham’s profound influence—not just as a bandmate but as a mentor who shaped both his and Ronan’s approach to jazz.
The trio developed their own voice, writing original music and putting a distinct personal stamp on jazz standards. Their first residency at Dublin’s Focus Theatre, run by Deirdre O’Connell, lasted over two and a half years, offering them a space to explore and refine their sound. During this period, they recorded a collection of tracks—unreleased yet of remarkable quality—that capture the energy and creativity of the group at the time.
Credits:
- Director/Producer: Peter Moc
- Music:
- My Shining Hour (Arlen/Mercer) from Live in Limerick, 1999 by Keith Copeland Trio
- Alone Together (Schwartz/Dietz) from Live in Limerick, 1999 by Keith Copeland Trio
- Prism (Abercrombie) from Round Trip, 1997 by Keith Copeland Trio
Interviewees:
Tommy Halferty, Cormac Larkin, Conor Guilfoyle and Ronan Guilfoyle
Dedications:
Tommy Halferty would like to dedicate this project to his parents Patrick and Rose, also his brothers and sisters Patsy, Jim, Charlie, Rose, Sally, Nelly and Bridgie.
