The uileann pipes of Flaithri Neff pumped a powerful passion and vibrancy that really stirred the senses in the solos, duets and concerted numbers. (Review: Michael Collins at Cork Opera House)   Flaithrí's virtuosic style produces haunting airs on the dark and brooding Uilleann Pipes

Flaithrí plays the pride of Irish tradition, the Uilleann Pipes, mastering this apparent cumbersome instrument with confidence. His traveler style is clean, sharp and precise, making his performance perfect for any setting. He also plays low whistles and like his brother, Eoghan, the instrument is tamed to unleash its sounds at will. He exploits all the possibilities of his tradition and is unbridled by untraditional constrains. His mastery of air on lips of cane and through metal tubes is simply breath taking.

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Flaithrí is a multi-award winning uilleann piper, he has an impressive technical range creating a good clear sound from chanter, drones and regulators. He plays a full-set of uilleann pipes, made especially for him by Alain Froment in November 1992. As an accomplished champion of both dance tunes and slow airs his confidence and reliability as a piper has made many opportunities for him in Dance Shows and as Soloist with various Orchestral Works. A US critic noted “ a solo set played by Flaithrí on the Uilleann pipes showcase his incredible mastery of this instrument.” The applause and reaction of audiences to a live performance have been very intense and prolonged in its excitement.

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“Flaithrí Neff ... is an outstanding player on the pipes, both as a solo performer and in an ensemble. As a player he is both talented and skillful. With his younger brother Eoghan he is part of a traditional music ensemble that offers exciting and exhilarating performances of traditional music of a very high standard. I believe that they will establish themselves as one of the finest such ensembles of their generation. ... He has a realistic approach to life. He is always fully committed to any artistic enterprise that he undertakes. I recommend him to you as a young artist worthy of your support.” David Harold Cox, Professor of Music, UCC.