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SUMMARY:MOYA BRENNAN | ZOË CONWAY & JOHN MCINTYRE
DESCRIPTION:Celtic Goddess Moya Brennan has a voice that continues to provide a constant reminder of how the heart can be touched by the purity and thrill of music. Despite the enforced restrictions placed on her and all other artists in the past couple of years she has been active\, especially\, with the Farewell Tour of her family band\, Clannad. Their sell out concert at Dublin’s 3 Arena in February 2023 was an emotional part of the final tour climax after 50 years together. \nHer live solo shows\, having all the musicality and power of Clannad – but with added\, heart-warming intimacy – are always a rich and moving experience. Her unique\, effortless vocals and timeless music pay homage not only to her vibrant traditional Irish heritage but also her grasp of contemporary forms. The evening will be a visual (as well as a sound) spectacle with rhythm\, atmosphere and vibrant harmony. Her fantastic 5 piece band features her daughter\, Aisling\, and son\, Paul\, along with the remarkable traditional harper Cormac De Barra and traditional fiddler Clare Friel from Glasgow/Donegal. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n With an exciting blend of eclectic fiddle and guitar music\, Zoë Conway and John McIntyre bring to the stage sympathetic arrangements of traditional Irish music\, compositions and songs\, old and new.  The husband-and-wife folk duo possess a rare facility to draw pieces into their repertoire from other genres such as classical\, jazz and world music and express this material in way which not only displays the sheer range and knowledge of both instrumentalists but also exhibits the wonderful versatility of their instruments. \nThey have released two recordings to date. their debut duo album\, entitled Go Mairir I Bhfad (Long Life To You)\, received a glorious 5 stars from The Irish Times; the newest release is a superb collection of live European performances\, Live in Concert\, released in spring 2017.  The album showcases their mesmerising musical interaction on-stage and reveals some of their more virtuosic repertoire outside of the Irish traditional genre. Relaxed and atmospheric\, the respect and understanding that they have of traditional Irish music and song also shines through. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets available here
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/moya-brennan-zoe-conway-john-mcintyre/
LOCATION:Empire Music Hall\, 42 Botanic Avenue\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT7 1JQ\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240724T150000
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SUMMARY:Joe Mooney Summer School - Fiachra Guihen and Mossie Martin
DESCRIPTION:Join Fiachra Guihen (Harp\, Flute\, Guitar) and Mossie Martin (Fiddle\, Whistle) for a gentle introduction to the music and story of one of Ireland’s best and internationally renowned composers\, Turlough Carolan (1670 – 1738). \nWednesday 24th July \n3.00pm \nSt. John’s Church\, Drumshanbo. \n  \nFor ticketing information\, see here.
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/joe-mooney-summer-school-fiachra-guihen-and-mossie-martin/
LOCATION:St. John’s Church\, Drumshanbo\, convent Avenue\, Drumshanbo\, Co. Leitrim\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240724T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240724T220000
DTSTAMP:20240628T180000Z
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SUMMARY:BELFAST HARP FESTIVAL / FÉILE CRUITIRÍ BHÉAL FEIRSTE
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Eilís Lavelle\, Aisling Lyons\, Mary Bergin\, Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh (Bean an Tí)\, Gráinne Meyer\, Mary McGuiggan & Pádraic Keane. \nThe Belfast Harp Festival\, called by contemporary writers “The Belfast Harpers Assembly”\, 11–14 July 1792\, was a four-day event organised by merchant class Presbyterians Dr. James McDonnell\, Robert Bradshaw and Henry Joy\, (proprietor of the Belfast News-Letter and uncle to Henry Joy McCracken). Its purpose was to revive an interest in harp music and to collect the music of the harpers and note their style of playing for future generations. What was hoped to be a revival\, proved to be a farewell to the old tradition. Eleven harpers attended. Seven were blind. The eldest\, Denis Hempson (1695 -1807) from Derry\, was 97. He was the only one to use the ancient way of playing with the fingernails. \nBy far the most important thing that happened at the festival was that a young man from Armagh named Edward Bunting (1773-1843)\, was employed to write down the music of the harpers\, and to make notes on their instrumental techniques. He dedicated the rest of his life to collecting and preserving Irish music. He published three volumes of music\, collectively known as the Ancient Music of Ireland. \nWe pay tribute to that event and the Bunting Collection. \nEilís Lavelle hails from County Monaghan. She has collaborated with a wide range of genres and featured on various broadcasts. Eilís is currently undertaking a PhD at Queen’s University\, Belfast focusing on the Edward Bunting collection of music. \nMuireann Nic Amhlaoibh is a multi-award-winning traditional singer and musician and was the RTÉ Radio 1 Folk singer of the year 2022. Her upbringing in Corca Dhuibhne in West Kerry saw her immersed in a rich cultural environment influencing the foundation of her distinctive vocal and instrumental sound. \nGráinne Meyer is a County Antrim based composer\, harpist and pianist. Gráinne most recent winner of the World Music Competition following performances at Wales International Harp Festival 2023. She will perform with a ensemble of her local students. \nAisling Lyons is a multi-award-winning musician and composer from county Clare. She is the holder of 8 All-Ireland titles\, has performed internationally and collaborated with distinguished artists and musicians in various projects. \nMary Bergin is considered the worlds greatest tin whistle player and was born into a very musical family. She began playing at an early age winning many awards in Oireachtas and Fleadh Ceoil competitions\, including the All-Ireland Championships at Junior and Senior level. \nPádraic Keane was awarded TG4 Young Musician of the Year (2011). He has collaborated with various artists including Ragús\, The Irish Chamber Orchestra\, Mícheál Ó Súilleabháin\, RTE Concert and Symphony Orchestras and many more. \nMary McGuiggan hails from County Derry and has been dancing since she was four years old\, learning her dance steps from May Allen. Mary has had success in competition at local\, Ulster and All-Ireland levels. \n  \nVenue & Event Information: \n\n\nThis venue is fully wheelchair accessible (https://crescentarts.org/about/plan-visit/accessible-facilities) \n\n\nFully Seated \n\n\nAll ages (u16 accompanied by an adult) \n\n\nTickets available here
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/belfast-harp-festival-feile-cruitiri-bheal-feirste/
LOCATION:Crescent Arts Centre\, 2-4 University Road\, Belfast\, Co. Antrim\, BT7 1NH\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240725T140000
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SUMMARY:Belfast Trad Fest | Learn some tunes from the Bunting collection with Eilís Lavelle
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 25 July \n2pm – 3pm \nUlster University\, York Street \n  \nEilís Lavelle will teach a couple of dance tunes from the Bunting Collection for all instruments. \nEilís Lavelle a harpist from Monaghan\, began learning music at a young age and was fortunate the Armagh Pipers Club offered the opportunity of learning the harp. Eilís continued developing her musical skills with many tutors over the years. Having completed her B.Mus degree at DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama\, she was awarded the Leo Rowsome award for the highest achievement in traditional music 2013. At present\, Eilís is undertaking a PhD in music\, focusing on Edward Bunting’s collection of music. In recent years she has gained extensive experience as a performer and teacher of the harp having travelled throughout USA\, Canada and Europe. Eilís is also fortunate to have been supported by Music Network’s Music Capital Scheme\, funded by The Department of Culture\, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. Music Network is funded by The Arts Council. \n\nThe Bunting Collection\, housed at Queen’s University Belfast\, is a significant archive dedicated to the preservation and celebration of Irish traditional music. Named after Edward Bunting\, a pioneering figure in the collection and transcription of Irish music\, the collection is a testament to his life’s work in documenting the rich heritage of Irish folk tunes. Bunting\, an organist and collector\, began his efforts in the late 18th century\, notably at the Belfast Harp Festival in 1792\, where he transcribed numerous ancient harp melodies that were at risk of being forgotten. \nThe collection includes manuscripts\, printed music\, and various personal papers that provide invaluable insights into the musical landscape of Ireland during Bunting’s time. It also features correspondence and other documents that shed light on Bunting’s methodologies and the broader cultural context in which he worked. Researchers and music enthusiasts alike find the Bunting Collection an indispensable resource for understanding the evolution of Irish music and its preservation. \nQueen’s University Belfast has taken great strides to digitize parts of the collection\, ensuring wider accessibility and ongoing preservation. The Bunting Collection not only honors Edward Bunting’s legacy but also serves as a cultural treasure that continues to inspire and inform the study of Irish traditional music. \n\nTickets available here.
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/belfast-trad-fest-learn-some-tunes-from-the-bunting-collection-with-eilis-lavelle/
LOCATION:Ulster University Belfast\, Belfast
CATEGORIES:Festival,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Belfast Trad Fest | Composing Workshop with Aisling Lyons
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 25 July \n4:30pm – 5:30pm \nUlster University\, York Street \n  \nJoin multi-award winning musician & composer Aisling Lyons\, from County Clare in this composition workshop for all instruments. \nAisling has been described as ‘one of traditional music’s finest musicians’ by Hot Press Magazine & ‘the finest Irish harper at work today’ by Songlines Magazine after the release of her debut album ‘Aistear’.  She is the holder of 8 All-Ireland titles & has performed all around the world\, from Europe to The U.S\, Australia & China. Aisling graduated with a First Class Honours Degree in Irish Music from The University of Limerick in 2018 & with First Class Honours as a Professional Master of Education in 2021. She holds a Grade 8 award with Distinction from the London College of Music & currently tutors harp at The Irish World Academy\, Limerick & at University College Cork. Aisling is currently involved in a collaborative music residency with glór & Creative Ireland (2022) while touring and recording with bands ‘3 on the Bund’ and ‘Harpanno’. She has been described as ‘one of the rising stars and budding composers of the Irish harp world – rooted in tradition and beautifully inventive’. In 2021\, Aisling collaborated with artist Aideen Barry\, on ‘Oblivion’ commissioned by Music Network and the Irish Traditional Music Archives & also performed with Tolu Makay on RTÉ’s ‘Ireland in Music’ & for Michael D. Higgins’ 80th Birthday Celebrations on TG4. Aisling’s debut album ‘Aistear’\, supported by Clare County Council\, was released in 2021 and has been described as ‘an exceptional CD’ (The Living Tradition)\, ‘a standout record\, flawless’ (Hot Press) & ‘excellent’ (Folk Radio UK). \n  \nTickets available here.
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/belfast-trad-fest-composing-workshop-with-aisling-lyons/
LOCATION:Ulster University Belfast\, Belfast
CATEGORIES:Festival,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240725T200000
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DTSTAMP:20240627T111304Z
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SUMMARY:Earagail Arts Festival | The Inishowen Harp Ensemble and Michael & Alice Gallanagh
DESCRIPTION:Inishowen Traditional Music Presents a double bill of The Inishowen Harp Ensemble with Michael and Alice Gallanagh\, in the beautiful setting of Christchurch\, Buncrana. \nThe Inishowen Harp Ensemble was established in 2020. The all-female group of harpers will take you on a journey which celebrates Inishowen’s musical heritage. \nAlong with many beautiful melodies you can enjoy music from Honoria Galwey collected in the 1800s\, and specially arranged for The Inishowen Harp Ensemble. \n‘Songs from the Brass Rail’ \nFrom Buncrana\, father and daughter Michael and Alice Gallanagh are immersed in the singing tradition of Inishowen.  For this festival event they will perform ‘Songs from the Brass Rail’\, songs collected and sung in Inishowen and more specifically in Buncrana down through the years. \nMichael Gallanagh is one of the most innovative and dynamic guitarists in traditional music. In the company of Jimmy McFarland and Dinny McLaughlin his interest in collecting local songs began. His unique versions of old Irish songs have earned him the respect of music lovers far and wide. \nAlice Gallanagh is a singer and fiddle player from Buncrana\, Co. Donegal. Alice was introduced to the traditional music of Inishowen under the tuition of Roisín Mc Grory and is influenced by Dinny Mc Laughlin. Alice became interested in the singing tradition through her father Michael Gallanagh and later the Inishowen Traditional Singers’ Circle. \n  \nThursday 25th July \n8.00pm \nChristchurch Buncrana\, Main Street \nTickets available here
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/earagail-arts-festival-the-inishowen-harp-ensemble-and-michael-alice-gallanagh/
LOCATION:Christchurch Buncrana\, Main Street\, Buncrana\, Co. Donegal\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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