Corofin musician becomes 2nd Irish person to win Steve Martin Banjo prize

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Galway Bay fm newsroom - Corofin musician Enda Scahill has become just the second Irish person to win the Steve Martin Banjo Prize.

The accolade, launched by the Grammy-award winning musician and actor Steve Martin, recognises excellence in banjo musicians.

Enda is a 4-time All-Ireland Champion and a founding member of We Banjo 3.

Enda will receive $25,000 in prize money and shared his reaction while on Galway Talks:

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