Rising Blues Rock Guitar sensations Taj Farrant and Zac Schulze will Co-Headline the Rory Gallagher Festival Legacy Concert in Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland on the opening evening of the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival, Thursday 28th May 2026. Tickets On Sale Now - Advanced Booking Only - HERE
The Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival has announced this exciting new event for 2026 with the appropriate title “Legacy”, as two of the most talked-about emerging guitarists in blues rock will co-headline this special Festival Concert at the Rory Gallagher Theatre. The concert will feature electrifying performances from Australian guitar sensation Taj Farrant and UK blues rising star Zac Schulze, each appearing with their full bands.
Billed as a powerful celebration of Rory’s enduring influence on the next generation of guitarists, the co-headline concert will showcase high-energy interpretations of Rory classics alongside original material inspired by his unmistakable style and spirit. Taj Farrant, the Australian guitar prodigy who has amazed audiences worldwide with his explosive talent and soul is making a first ever European Festival debut performance in Ballyshannon. From viral performances that stunned legends like Carlos Santana, Rob Thomas and Joe Bonamassa, to sold-out shows across continents, Taj brings passion, fire and breathtaking artistry every time he takes the stage. Zac Schulze Gang need no introduction to the Rory Gallagher Festival as it’s the very place that launched the band to great things. Zac Schulze is undoubtedly one of the great young Guitarists and with brother Bren on drums and Ant Greenwood on bass, the power trio can grace any stage in any part of the world and hold their own. This “Legacy” gig is not to be missed, book early as it will be a sell-out.
Festival organisers say the event represents a bold statement about the future of blues rock guitar, bringing international young talent to the very stage that bears Rory’s name in the town where his story began.
Now entering its 22nd year, the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival continues to attract fans from across Ireland and around the world, reinforcing Ballyshannon’s reputation as the spiritual home of Rory Gallagher devotees.
On Thursday 28th May 2026, Taj Farrant & His Band and The Zac Schulze Gang will play the Legacy Show – Live in Concert at the Rory Gallagher Theatre at The Abbey Arts Centre, Ballyshannon. Doors open at 6pm – Show starts at 7pm (sharp) – Admission €25 – Advanced Tickets – HERE
The Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival has announced this exciting new event for 2026 with the appropriate title “Legacy”, as two of the most talked-about emerging guitarists in blues rock will co-headline this special Festival Concert at the Rory Gallagher Theatre. The concert will feature electrifying performances from Australian guitar sensation Taj Farrant and UK blues rising star Zac Schulze, each appearing with their full bands.
Billed as a powerful celebration of Rory’s enduring influence on the next generation of guitarists, the co-headline concert will showcase high-energy interpretations of Rory classics alongside original material inspired by his unmistakable style and spirit. Taj Farrant, the Australian guitar prodigy who has amazed audiences worldwide with his explosive talent and soul is making a first ever European Festival debut performance in Ballyshannon. From viral performances that stunned legends like Carlos Santana, Rob Thomas and Joe Bonamassa, to sold-out shows across continents, Taj brings passion, fire and breathtaking artistry every time he takes the stage. Zac Schulze Gang need no introduction to the Rory Gallagher Festival as it’s the very place that launched the band to great things. Zac Schulze is undoubtedly one of the great young Guitarists and with brother Bren on drums and Ant Greenwood on bass, the power trio can grace any stage in any part of the world and hold their own. This “Legacy” gig is not to be missed, book early as it will be a sell-out.
Festival organisers say the event represents a bold statement about the future of blues rock guitar, bringing international young talent to the very stage that bears Rory’s name in the town where his story began.
Now entering its 22nd year, the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival continues to attract fans from across Ireland and around the world, reinforcing Ballyshannon’s reputation as the spiritual home of Rory Gallagher devotees.
On Thursday 28th May 2026, Taj Farrant & His Band and The Zac Schulze Gang will play the Legacy Show – Live in Concert at the Rory Gallagher Theatre at The Abbey Arts Centre, Ballyshannon. Doors open at 6pm – Show starts at 7pm (sharp) – Admission €25 – Advanced Tickets – HERE
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