OK, the official results released by the organisers, as confirmed by the people who confirm these things,
show a world record in O'Connor Square in Tullamore:
2,700 musicians playing the same tunes for 40 minutes.

I wasn't present myself, having been diverted by the urgent need to explain the hidden meanings
of a traditional ballad to a stunning blond from north Dublin.

But I'm sure everyone had a great time.

I know I did!

Don