Céad Míle Fáilte- A Hundred Thousand Welcomes
About Michael
History
Featured Performances
Biography
Solo Performer: 1996-Present
Bands:
Roving Friars, Providence, RI 1995
Moody Street String Band, Waltham, MA 1996-2005
The Kellsmen, Boston, MA 2000-2005
Blacktorn, Savannah, GA 2005-2006
Savannah Ceili Band, Savannah, GA 2007-2019
Seldom Sober, Savannah, GA 2007-2024
The Galway Rogues, Savannah, GA 2024-Present
Biography
Featured Performances
Biography
Michael is a native of Weymouth, MA who moved to Savannah in 2005. He plays acoustic guitar and is currently the lead singer and front man for The Galway Rogues in addition to occasional solo gigs. Michael has been performing Irish music professionally since April 7, 1995 and has been mentored by some of the finest Irish folk musicians
Michael is a native of Weymouth, MA who moved to Savannah in 2005. He plays acoustic guitar and is currently the lead singer and front man for The Galway Rogues in addition to occasional solo gigs. Michael has been performing Irish music professionally since April 7, 1995 and has been mentored by some of the finest Irish folk musicians of the twentieth century, including Robbie O'Connell and the legendary Liam Clancy. Michael is also influenced by a variety of American folk musicians from Pete Seeger to Bill Staines.
Michael's music has been featured on the Love Letters Podcast from the Boston Globe and PRX (S2,E5), Marc Gunn's Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, Georgia Traveler (E806), Hometown Homicide (S2 E3), WGPB Radio's Morning Edition, and radio shows as far away as New Zealand.
George Naha, a NYC session musician who toured with Aretha Franklin, Roy Orbison, and others, taught Michael the basics of guitar playing in 1994. The late Bob McDonough of The O'Reilly's taught Michael how to play folk music on guitar from 1994-1996. While training to be a professional musician, Michael sang for Harry Belafonte in 1994 with the exclusive Fairfield University Chamber Choir. Michael was producer and co-host of Celtic Traditions on WERS radio in Boston from 1994-1997 and hosted other iterations of the show on WRUU radio in Savannah and the Celtic Traditions podcast.
Featured Performances
Featured Performances
Featured Performances
Support Act for Robbie O'Connell 1998 & 1999
Support Act for Aoife Clancy 2003
Support Act Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones 2007 & 2008
Savannah First Friday for Folk Music 2007-Present
Gaels of Irish Music at Emma Kelly Theater in Statesboro, GA 2009
Tybee Post Theater 2016
Charleston Music Hall 2019 & 2020
Trustees Theater, Savannah, GA
Support Act for Robbie O'Connell 1998 & 1999
Support Act for Aoife Clancy 2003
Support Act Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones 2007 & 2008
Savannah First Friday for Folk Music 2007-Present
Gaels of Irish Music at Emma Kelly Theater in Statesboro, GA 2009
Tybee Post Theater 2016
Charleston Music Hall 2019 & 2020
Trustees Theater, Savannah, GA 2008
MLK Arena, Savannah, GA 2013-2020
Victory North, Savannah, GA 2023-2025
Over 30 Pubs in 6 states
Played for Grand Opening of:
Fia Rua Irish Pub, Richmond Hill, GA
McGraw's Irish Pub, Savannah, GA
Debellation Brewing Co., Richmond Hill, GA
Wexford Irish Pub, Savannah, GA
Festivals:
Beaufort Irish Festival
Lowcountry Irish Festival
Camden Irish Fest
Darien Fall Festival
Darien Scottish Heritage Festival
Savannah Irish Festival
Savannah Tara Feis
Savannah Scottish Games
Savannah Pecan Festival
Savannah Folk Festival
Celtic Heritage Festival
Gray's Reef Ocean Film Festival
Tybee Island Music Festival
Swamp Hippie Festival
Wexford Pub St. Patrick's Day Festival
Wexford Pub Irish Music Fest
Other Venues:
Wentworth by the Sea, New Castle, NH
Hampton Beach, NH
Crosswinds Golf Club, Plymouth, MA
Knights of Columbus, Wakefield, MA
Gore Estate, Waltham, MA
Norwell High School, Norwell, MA
Norwell Middle School, Norwell, MA
Barnes & Noble Cafe, Braintree, MA
St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, Macon, GA
River St. International Marketplace, Savannah, GA
Savannah Parade Grand Marshall's Breakfast
Charles Morris Center, Savannah, GA
Kehoe Ironworks, Savannah, GA
Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah, GA
Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport
Unitarian Universalist Church, Savannah, GA
Upper East River, Savannah, GA
Hyatt Hotel, Savannah, GA
Forsyth Park, Savannah, GA
Tiedeman Park, Savannah, GA
Madison Square, Savannah, GA
Wright Square, Savannah, GA
City Market, Savannah, GA
Knights of Columbus, Savannah, GA
Alee Temple, Savannah, GA
Ancient Order of Hibernians, Savannah, GA
St. Paul the Apostle Episcopal Church, Savannah, GA
Daughters of Ireland Auction Dinner, Savannah, GA
Alee Temple, Savannah, GA
American Legion, Savannah, GA
Trinity Methodist Church, Savannah, GA
Ships of the Sea Museum, Savannah, GA
Savannah Yacht Club, Savannah, GA
Savannah Station, Savannah, GA
The Sentient Bean, Savannah, GA
Landings Golf Club, Savannah, GA
Savannah Golf Club, Savannah, GA
Savannah Quarters Golf Club, Pooler, GA
St. John the Beloved Catholic Church, Summerville, SC
Montage Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton, SC
Belfair, Bluffton, SC
Sun City, Bluffton, SC
University of South Carolina at Beaufort, Hilton Head, SC Campus
Holy Family Catholic Church, Hilton Head, SC
Sea Pines Country Club, Hilton Head, SC
Shipyard Men's Club Dinner, Hilton Head, SC
Skull Creek Boathouse, Hilton Head, SC
Alee Temple, Mount Pleasant, SC
Happy Place Yoga Studio, Kissimmee, FL
Weddings/Private Parties/Corporate Events/
Fundraisers/Nursing Homes And More
Awards
Savannah Folk Music Society Achievement Award
Upon the retirement of Michael's former partner, Colleen Settle (Seldom Sober 2007-2024), Michael and Colleen each received an achievement award from the Savannah Folk Music Society in recognition of their years of service and the impact they made on Irish culture in Savannah and throughout the region as Seldom Sober and also with The Savannah Ceili Band. This award was presented at their last SFMS show on March 1, 2024.
Savannah Folk Music Society, est. 1986
Quotes About Michael
Harry Belafonte: Folksinger, Actor, and Activist
Tom O'Carroll: Irish Folksinger, Dublin Native
Tom O'Carroll: Irish Folksinger, Dublin Native
"He has a great bass voice."
Tom O'Carroll: Irish Folksinger, Dublin Native
Tom O'Carroll: Irish Folksinger, Dublin Native
Tom O'Carroll: Irish Folksinger, Dublin Native
“I’ve shared the stage with Michael, and he brings great energy to his performances. He loves Irish music and delights in sharing it. Michael has a large repertoire of both traditional tunes and popular ballads.”
SYR Music
Tom O'Carroll: Irish Folksinger, Dublin Native
Seamus Kennedy: Irish Folksinger & Humorist, Belfast Native
“Michael has been a staple of Irish music in the Southeast for many years. A consummate stage artist he engages audiences and delivers the finest entertainment. Happy to have known him for many years and shared events several times. Always a pleasure to spend time personally and professionally."
Seamus Kennedy: Irish Folksinger & Humorist, Belfast Native
Tom O'Carroll: Irish Folksinger, Dublin Native
Seamus Kennedy: Irish Folksinger & Humorist, Belfast Native
"Michael Corbett's love and knowledge of Irish music in particular, and his
grasp of folk music in general is wide-ranging. He has a large repertoire of songs to draw on, with
tasteful guitar accompaniment, and would be the ideal performer for just about any occasion with the possible
exception of a bris."
Becki O'Hara: Founder of Camden Irish Fest
"Michael is a talented musician and has been a passionate advocate for Irish music and culture. Irish Fest Camden has enjoyed his performances which convey his enthusiasm for Irish music and his dedication to the craft."
Jennifer Strickland: Co-owner of Wexford, Savannah's Irish Pub
"Michael Corbett’s mastery of Irish traditional music shines through in flawless ornamentation, expressive phrasing, and tasteful accompaniment that elevates every performance, inviting audiences to sing along and participate. With warm stage presence and a deep reverence for tradition, his concerts invite listeners to engage, dance freel
"Michael Corbett’s mastery of Irish traditional music shines through in flawless ornamentation, expressive phrasing, and tasteful accompaniment that elevates every performance, inviting audiences to sing along and participate. With warm stage presence and a deep reverence for tradition, his concerts invite listeners to engage, dance freely, and experience the Emerald Isle’s musical spirit at its best. "
Jerry Stenger: Founding Member of The Savannah Ceili Band
Jerry Stenger: Founding Member of The Savannah Ceili Band
“Michael’s depth and knowledge of traditional Irish music is amazing. Going back to his Boston days, he had close associations with veteran traditional Irish musicians, including the renowned Clancy Brothers. His knowledge of and friendship with Liam Clancy, one of the giants of traditional Irish music, is what brings so much authenticity to what he does.”
Rick Edgecombe: President, Savannah Folk Music Society
Jerry Stenger: Founding Member of The Savannah Ceili Band
"Michael effectively weaves songs and story-telling into a captivating performance that brings the audience along for the ride. His devotion to folk music shows that he is committed to reaching future generations."
Jim Morekis: Journalist, Author, Podcaster, and Musician
Walt Harper: Entertainment Chair of Savannah Irish Festival
Walt Harper: Entertainment Chair of Savannah Irish Festival
Coming soon!
Walt Harper: Entertainment Chair of Savannah Irish Festival
Walt Harper: Entertainment Chair of Savannah Irish Festival
Walt Harper: Entertainment Chair of Savannah Irish Festival
Coming soon!
