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SUMMARY:Belfast St. Patrick's Festival:  Dougie MacLean | Ursula Burns
DESCRIPTION:Belfast TradFest is proud to present the internationally acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Dougie MacLean\, the legendary voice behind the timeless anthem “Caledonia”\, in a very special concert at Mandela Hall on Saturday 14 March 2026. Few songs capture the spirit of home\, belonging and identity quite like Caledonia. Although written on a beach in Brittany\, the song’s earliest performances took place here in NI — shared informally among friends in the maternal home of celebrated Belfast harper Ursula Burns. Now\, decades later\, MacLean returns to the city where the song’s journey truly began\, offering audiences a rare opportunity to experience his music in a place intimately connected to its history. Expect songs\, stories and soulful moments that honour music\, memory and the ties that bind us across seas and generations. \n“…a Scottish phenomenon… with his exquisite guitar style\, expressive voice and honest performance\, his songs conjure up remarkably vivid imagery of our world.”\n– The Performing Songwriter\, USA \nUrsula Burns\nCelebrated harper Ursula Burns brings her critically acclaimed album\, The Secret Melodies of Trees\, to the stage. Having received rave reviews from around the world\, Ursula’s mesmerising performance will transport you through hauntingly beautiful harp compositions\, poetic storytelling\, and ethereal melodies that echo the whispers of nature. \nDate: Doors 1pm (starts 1.30pm)\, Saturday\, March 14th\nVenue: Mandela Hall\, 77 University Rd\, Belfast BT7 1NF\nPrice: £32.50 (+£2 fee)\nBook Here \nVenue & Event Information: \nAge 12+\, U16’s to be accompanied by an adult.\nThis venue is wheelchair accessible\nFull bar available\nUnreserved seating
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/belfast-st-patricks-festival-dougie-maclean-ursula-burns/
LOCATION:Mandela Hall\, Mandela Hall\, 77 University Rd\, Belfast\, BT7 1NF\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260419T150000
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SUMMARY:Teacher Training course – Teach Traditional Music & Song
DESCRIPTION:This is a short\, practical professional development course designed specifically for traditional music and song teachers who are already out there doing the work—and are ready to refresh\, refocus\, and strengthen their teaching. \nOn the course\, teachers will: \n\nBring structure and clarity to their teaching using a traditional music teaching & learning framework\nPlan lessons that work\nStrengthen their teaching toolkit with practical skills\, strategies and tools\nClearly define their role as a traditional music educator\nUnderstand where each learner is on their journey — and where they’re going\nBuild a habit of reflecting on and improving their teaching\n\nCertified by RIAM \nDate: Sundays\, 3–5pm (replays available)\nVenue: Online\nFee: €295\nRegistration: https://iteachtrad.com/product/become-a-certified-traditional-music-educator/
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/teacher-training-course-teach-traditional-music-song/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260419T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260419T180000
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SUMMARY:Historical Harp Society of Ireland - April Harpers' Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Historical Harp Society of Ireland warmly invites you to their free online Harpers’ Gathering community social time\, hosted by HHSI volunteer\, Barbara Karlik. Come for harp chat\, share what you’ve been working on\, and try out tunes you want to play in front of a small\, very supportive audience. \nRegister Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/doJ6AMOxTEW2xVjfOtrBzQ#/registration
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/historical-harp-society-of-ireland-april-harpers-gathering/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260610T103209
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SUMMARY:The Sugarloaf Sessions Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Sugarloaf Sessions is a one-of-a-kind\, traditional Irish music festival for adult learners. This event is about more than just playing tunes–it’s about preparation\, connection\, and unlocking your full music potential. \nInstruments: Fiddle\, flute\, tin whistle\, banjo\, concertina\, button accordion\, piano accordion\, uilleann pipes\, mandolin\, and harp. \nFestival Highlights \nPre-Festival Prep: Kick off your learning with the TuneClub app. You’ll get curated tune sets\, handy practice tools\, and even chat with tutors and other participants before the festival. \nHands-On Workshops: By day\, join small-group workshops with expert tutors. Refine your technique\, learn new tunes\, and get personalised feedback in a supportive setting. \nFriendly Sessions: Each evening\, unwind at the group sessions paced so everyone can comfortably join in. Enjoy the thrill of playing an Irish session without stress. \nReal Session Experience: Learn to accompany songs and gain practical know-how for playing confidently in a group. \nMusic Community: Be part of a warm\, welcoming community and experience the camaraderie that makes Irish music so special. \nDates: 24 – 26 April 2026\nVenue: Bray\, Co. Wicklow\nBook: https://tuneclub.com/experiences/the-sugarloaf-sessions/
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/the-sugarloaf-sessions-festival/
LOCATION:Bray\, Co. Wicklow\, Bray\, Co. Wicklow\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:Music at the Malthouse
DESCRIPTION:Music at the Malthouse is an annual festival celebrating collaborations between Music Generation Laois ensembles and guest artists. \nOn Sunday 26th April\, Music Generation Laois will host an afternoon of live music on Sunday 26 April\, 2026 featuring Michael McGoldrick\, Catriona McKay and Michael Rooney. \nMG Laois Harp Ensembles have been working in collaboration with the Scottish Harper Catriona McKay and Monaghan’s Michael Rooney. Music from this very special collaboration will be performed at the Sunday afternoon concert in the Malthouse. \nMichael McGoldrick (Flute | Whistles | Uilleann Pipes) has been working alonside the MG Laois Trad Orchestra\, MG Laois Trad Group and their Directors Tommy Fitzharris\, Denise Boyle and Siobhan Buckley. Ensembles will perform original compositions (new and old) by Michael McGoldrick and a number of traditional songs. \nMusic at the Malthouse is funded by the Arts Councl Festival Investment Scheme\, Creative Ireland Laois and Laois County Council’s Tourism Grant 2026. \nDate: Sunday 26th May\nTime: 3pm\nVenue: The Malthouse\, Stradbally\, Laois\nTickets: Book Here
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/music-at-the-malthouse/
LOCATION:The Malthouse\, Main Street\, Stradbally\, R32 HP98\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:Historical Harp Society of Ireland Online Courses
DESCRIPTION:The Historical Harp Society of Ireland have online courses\, starting May 2nd. \nCerdd dant: Music of the medieval Welsh harpers\nExplore the historical harp repertoire of the Welsh bardic tradition of cerdd dant (string music) through a guided\, hands-on introduction to gosteg Dafydd athro (‘the prelude of master David’)\, the opening piece preserved in the Robert ap Huw manuscript.\nTutor: Dr Karen Loomis \nGoing to the Source: A fresh look at iconic Irish-harp compositions\nTake a fresh historical approach to playing two iconic Irish traditional melodies\, Tabhair Dom do Lámh (‘Give me your hand’) and Carolan’s Concerto\, drawn from their earliest surviving sources.\nTutors: Dr Tamzin Elliott\, Dr Siobhán Armstrong \nThe Year 1691: Music for a Jacobite hero\nLearn to sing and play two powerful and poignant historical laments for the defeat of the Jacobites in Ireland: Chum Pádraig Sáirséal (‘Farewell to Patrick Sarsfield’) and Briseadh na Bóinne (‘the defeat at the Boyne’).\nTutors: Eibhlís Ní Ríordáin\, Dr Siobhán Armstrong \nAll courses meet online on six Saturdays\nEarly-bird offer: enroll for €99 / course and save 24% off the full price of €130. Offer ends 28 April\, 2026 \nEnrollment: https://irishharp.org/acadamh
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/historical-harp-society-of-ireland-online-courses/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Harp Sessions at The Sugar Club | Cormac De Barra & Lisa Lambe
DESCRIPTION:Two leading voices in Irish music\, harper Cormac De Barra and singer Lisa Lambe\, perform at Harp Sessions at The Sugar Club\, the second in our 2026 series. Cruit Éireann is proud to premiere their collaborative work\, Macalla na Mara | Sea Echoes; a new composition for harp and voice\, inspired by our deep connection to the sea and a response to climate change and rising sea levels. Commissioned by Cruit Éireann\, with support from dlr County Council\, Macalla na Mara is a new work by two renowned artists and an artistic response to current challenges to the environment. Set in the intimate and iconic surroundings of The Sugar Club in the heart of the city\, this concert also features music that reflects the rich harping tradition and explores contemporary Irish song and harp from two consummate performers. \nDate: Thursday 21st May\nTime: 8pm (doors 7.30pm)\nVenue: The  Sugar Club\, 8 Leeson Street Lower\, Saint Kevin’s\, Dublin\, D02 ET97\nTickets: Book here. \nCormac De Barra \nCormac is a third generation harper in a family of Irish-speaking singers and musicians raised in Dublin\, but with roots in County Cork. A well-known TV presenter on TG4\, he has recorded and toured with many of Ireland’s most celebrated artists including Hazel O’Connor\, Julie Feeney\, Brian Kennedy\, Moya Brennan\, Imelda May\, Cathy Jordan\, The Chieftains and Clannad. He and fellow harper\, Anne-Marie O’Farrell\, have performed together as an Irish harp duo for over 25 years. His most recent tours include the Music Network tour of Ireland with Altan’s Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and piper\, Mark Redmond and a tour of Germany with Moya Brennan. The fourth album in the Voices & Harps collaboration with Moya Brennan – a tribute to Mary O’Hara – was released in May 2024. \nLisa Lambe \nHailed as “the finest singer and actor of her generation\,” Lisa Lambe is an internationally acclaimed Irish singer\, actor and folklorist. A leading presence at the Abbey and the Gate theatres\, she has given international concerts at Radio City New York\, Red Rocks\, Celtic Connections\, and Glastonbury. She has been central to the global success of Celtic Woman\, with Grammy and Emmy nominations and six Billboard World Artist of the Year awards. She has performed regularly with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra\, and on RTÉ Radio\, for TV and Film soundtracks and as national anthem singer for FAI and American Football. She is the creator of the acclaimed Nightvisiting song story and folklore project which tours in Ireland and abroad. Lisa’s sixth solo album is due for release in 2026. \nNote: Macalla na Mara|Sea Echoes has been commissioned by Cruit Éireann|Harp Ireland with support from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council.
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/harp-sessions-at-the-sugar-club-cormac-de-barra-lisa-lambe/
LOCATION:The Sugar Club\, 8 Leeson Street Lower\, Dublin\, D02 ET97\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260526T190000
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SUMMARY:Macalla na Mara | Sea Echoes
DESCRIPTION:Join two distinctive voices – harper Cormac De Barra and singer Lisa Lambe – for a performance of their powerful co-commission Macalla na Mara | Sea Echoes. Together\, they explore the inspiration behind this evocative work: a creative response to the mystery of our surrounding waters\, and a poignant meditation on climate change. Commissioned by Cruit Éireann|Harp Ireland with support from Dún Laoghaire Rathdown Arts Office. This event is funded with support from dlr Libraries. \nDate: Tuesday 26 May 2026\nTime: 6pm\nVenue: dlr LexIcon\, Haigh Terrace\, Moran Park\, Dún Laoghaire\, County Dublin A96 H283\nFree Entry. Booking is not required.
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/macalla-na-mara-sea-echoes/
LOCATION:dlr LexIcon\, Dún Laoghaire\, Co. Dublin\, Ireland
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