Marty in the Morning

Talking all things Oklahoma this morning with producer Stephen Faloon and director Claire Tighe, ahead of their production of the Rodgers & Hammerstein classic musical at BGETheatre - running 19 June- 05 July

Rhubarb and ginger crumble cake & a Bakewell slice.Be generous with the raspberries, it makes all the difference to this teatime treat.

George dropped in for a chat about many things including his upcoming concert at the NCH with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra for a special live event celebrating the best classical scores.

Marty Whelan is joined in studio by singer-songwriter Foy Vance about the release of his long-anticipated new album 'The Wake'

Vocalist Linda Kenny and narrator Evelyn Grant in studio ahead of their singalong Vera Lynn celebration at the National Concert Hall

Musician Charlie McGettigan joins the food and fun from Neven's!!

Including Roasted red pepper and sweetcorn!

We had sublime music and live performance from Niall McCabe and his wonderful band today on the show!

Marty is joined in studio by violinist extraordinaire, Maestro Maxim Vengerov, ahead of his concert and masterclass at the National Concert Hall with National Symphony Orchestra Ireland

Including Crêpes with fresh berries and yogurt. Make sure your frying pan is properly heated before you start cooking!

With the great Mel Mmercier today, chatting about his wonderful soundtrack for
the RTE Podcast 'First Conviction'.

Marty is joined by Principal Conductor Designate of National Symphony Orchestra Ireland, Alexander Shelley, as he prepares to conduct two very personal concerts of works by Schumann, Stravinsky and Rachmaninov

John Blek is with Marty in studio ahead of his upcoming Irish dates.

With our very own dancin’ man Joe Conlan our Gaiety Dame - looking forward to his documentary this Bank Holiday Monday at 7pm on RTE One.

Marc's show features a multimedia backdrop, storytelling about John Denver's life, and hits including "Leaving On A Jet Plane," "Calypso," and "Thank God I'm A Country Boy".

Marty get the chance to chat to Josh Groban who is set to return to Dublin in March this year.

Also a delicious sweet potato curry.

Marty is joined by Joe Csibi, Head of National Symphony Orchestra Ireland and Chorus, ahead of some exciting concerts in the NCH during the Spring 2026 series.

Loved having Lorna - one third of The Henry Girls chatting about this years Tradfest!

Lovely to have the very talented guitarist Sean Shibe with us today, before his appearance Royal Irish Academy of Music.

Tenor Russell Watson joins Marty to chat about his upcoming Irish dates, his animal sanctuary and why he's sounding better than ever

Music from one of our finest who came into studio and performed live!

Neven's Mums trifle and a delicious cheese cake!

Singer/songwriter Lisa Hannigan joined Marty to celebrate the launch of the 2026 Waltons RTÉ lyric fm Music for Schools Competition, inviting primary and post-primary school music groups to compete for the chance to perform in the National Concert Hall, Dublin.

Michael came in to studio to chat about his new book titled; 
Midwinter: A Journey Through a Season

This sticky honey, soy and sesame cocktail sausages recipe from Neven Maguire’s Complete Family Cookbook is a real crowd pleaser!

Nanny Joe Conlan with a tale as old as time, talking all things Beauty and the Beast at the Gaiety Theatre for this panto season.

The best way to arrange the apples in the tin is to start at the perimeter, in a pinwheel fashion, filling the middle after a full circle of slices is in place. This would also be delicious made with pears, depending on what you fancy.

Vladimir was in this morning ahead of his ‘Family Christmas’ concert at the 3Arena - Sat 6th and Sun 7th Dec with special guests Alex Jones & our own Claudia Boyle - Tickets going fast! ?

Portraits of Irish writers is the title of his fantastic book!

A delicious option for the weekend or indeed any day of the week!

A delicious choice for the cooler days!

James is in talking about in studio today chatting about his new solo career.

Pot-Roasted Sausages with Butter Beans & Sausage ‘Nduja Pasta...

Pianist Órán Halligan pops into studio to chat about the importance of his previous win at the Irish Freemasons Young Musician of the Year competition, and shares some beekeeping tips

This salad is packed full of delicious veggies and high-fibre quinoa. I like to top it with pomegranate seeds for a great burst of flavour.

Jazz legend Claire Martin joins Marty ahead of her upcoming concert The Art of Swing with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra.

Always a pleasure to chat to Sean who was telling us about the wonderful work of Safe home ireland

Delicious fun thing to eat, at anytime really. Yum.

Marty welcomes the newly announced Principal Conductor of National Symphony Orchestra Ireland, Alexander Shelley

Leslie Dowdall chats about her incredible career, and her upcoming celebration of Carole King and Linda Ronstadt with pal, Flo McSweeney

Burgeoning opera stars Maria Matthews and Rory Lynch chat about their roles in the Wexford Factory production of Rossini's Il Viaggio a Reims, ahead of Wexford Festival Opera 2025

Composer and musician Colm Mac Con Iomaire chats to Marty about upcoming projects, including writing new music for The Ark theatre production of 'Leaves', for Dublin Theatre Festival

Recipes including a falafel tray bake.

Including Lamb Koftas with a lovely Salad

Marty welcomes John Suchet, a renowned British television newsreader, author, and classical music broadcaster.

Sean came in for chat about what he's up to and much more.

Sharon chats about her upcoming Opera appearance - A world Premiere - at this years Galway International Arts Festival.

Lisa's voice, unmistakable in its depth and honesty, has made her a five-time BBC Folk Award nominee and a standout presence on stages across Ireland, the UK.

Director of Louth Contemporary Music Society, Eamonn Quinn, joins Marty ahead of their exciting contemporary music festival this weekend

Soon at the BGET - The Last laugh is a ‘brilliant’ West End play which imagines three of Britain’s all-time greatest comedy heroes – Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse, in a dressing room.

Irish vocal quartet 4 IN A BAR are in studio with Marty, they combine their Classical music backgrounds with a love for modern, close-harmony singing.

Chief Executive of the National Concert Hall, Nigel Flegg, joins Marty to make the launch of their exciting classical season

Ahoy maties, today Marty is joined by presenter, percussionist and occasional pirate, Alasdiar Molloy, ahead of his National Concert Hall performance with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra of 'Pirates Ahoy'

Pianist John O’Conor joins Marty ahead of his performance with National Symphony Orchestra Ireland performing Beethoven

Mary has just released 'Anthology', a triple album spanning her career in music
and a new single "Light of Day".

Mushroom Risotto The Brie in this recipe is not a must; however, adding it – or Camembert, or any other soft ripened cheese – makes this risotto extra creamy and so delicious. The Brie should not melt entirely but rather soften from the heat, which is what I adore most about this dish.

Michael Bublé called in ahead of his concerts at Malahide Castle, Dublin on Saturday 27 June, Thomond Park Stadium, Limerick on 28 June and Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast on 1 July 2026 .

Including a delicious Bacon egg and tomato tart

Artistic Director of Wexford Festival Rosetta Cucchi visits the studio today, with all the details of the exciting 75th anniversary festival this October

Delicious at any time of the day!

The wonderful singer-songwriter Rachel Grace joins Marty to chat about her stunning new album, 'Never Grows Old'.

The gentleman that is Jack Lukeman joins Marty for some live music ahead of some Irish dates

Marty chats with the incredible singer/songwriter Gabrielle about recording a hit album in Dublin, having many millions of streams for songs including Rise and Out of Reach, and being Michael Bublé's special guest in Ireland next month