Eoin Dillon

Eoin DillonUileann Pipes, Tin Whistle, Low Whistle, Shakers, VocalsCabinet Maker by trade before he began making uilleann pipes and ultimately living from playing them. Also plays whistle low and high. Likes to swim when the weather is warm. Occasionally watches television and wonders why there are men running around chasing a ball. As a vegetarian his favorite colour is green. Favorite number is whatever is on the dice.Founder member of Kíla and worlds first pipe psychologist, Eoin has also qualified as cabinet maker, taught woodwork on Tory Island and during his apprenticeship with Cillian Obriain (Pipemaker) made his present set of Uileann pipes. Eoin has held his own sessions up and down the country and has worked with Hector Zazu, Manus Lunny, Jane Sibbery and has played on most of the film, theatre scores recorded by Kíla.Released "The Third Twin" in 2005 His debut solo album, recorded with Proinsis Tate on Bouzouki, Desmond Cahalan on Guitar, with Steve Larkin on Fiddle and Violin.Eoin has held his own sessions in pubs in Dublin, Donegal and Kerry since late 80's till now. Toured with Aoife Ní Fhearraigh - 1995-96. Toured Sweden with Mála - 1994. Milkman from 1983 to 1989.Other recordings contributed to:Greenwood - 'The Voice of Celtic Myth' Hector Zazou and Barbara Gogan - 'Made on Earth' The Musical Pub Crawl - 'The Sessions' Natural Born Elvis - Childline Benefit CD Soul Flower Union - Sony Japan The Greatest GAA Album Ever - RTÉOther Artists/ Bands played with:Baaba Maal And it would be impossible to list all the traditional musicians he's played with in the thousands of sessions around the country.Music for Film/Theatre:'Cosa Nithe' - Rosg Teo - 1998 Co-wrote music with the rest of Kíla.'Hidden Treasures' - Loopline Films - 1998 Co-wrote music with the rest of Kíla.'Gold In The Streets' - Ferndale Films - 1997 Co-wrote music with the rest of Kíla.