The  Arabians Bandshow (Galway)

The Arabians played support to many visiting bands and orchestras to Galway including Joe Loss, Victor Sylvester, Sid Phillips, Mr. Acker Bilk and Ivy Benson in the second half of the 1950s. The Dooley brothers are still playing jazz in the 21st century!

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From left: Victor Burgoyne, Kieran Dooley, Jimmy Cox, Jimmy Dooley, Tim Colleran, Cyril Dooley, Maxie Dooley
Vocals: Tim Colleran
Guitar:
Bass:
Trumpet:
Cyril Dooley
Trombone: Kieran Dooley
Sax/Clarinet: Victor Burgoyne, Jimmy Cox
Drums:
Jimmy Dooley
Piano/Organ:
Maxie Dooley
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