An accomplished singer and performer, Maguire began her career as a successful child star in Ireland. Upon coming of age and graduating with a BA Hons Degree in Ethnomusicology, she moved to Nashville, Tn where she was mentored as a songwriter by some of Nashville's finest writers, artists and producers. A record deal with Celtic Collections (Clannad, Celtic Woman, The High Kings) followed and resulted in the release of her critically acclaimed album 'Portrait' in 2010. After a two year departure from the music business, she signed a deal with long time mentor and world renowned producer Cowboy Jack Clement (Johnny Cash, U2, Louis Armstrong, Waylong Jennings, Jerry Lee Lewis). She has recently returned from Nashville where she recorded an album at the Cowboy Arms Hotel and Recording Spa, executively produced by Clement and due to be released early next year. Maguire has toured extensively and has opened for internationally known artists such as Martina Mc Bride, Randy Travis and the High Kings. www.cathymaguire.com www.myspace.com/cathymaguire https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cathy-Maguire/60513837789?ref=hl