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SUMMARY:Somerset Harp Festival
DESCRIPTION:This two weekend conference celebrates the diversity of music\, talent and experience of the folk harp world. Whether you are new to the harp\, want to focus on one style or type of music\, solidify some specific skills\, or try out something new\, Somerset’s workshop offerings are sure to expand your musical horizon. \nFor full information and booking\, see here. \nSchedule-2024-Somerset-as-of-April-21
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/somerset-harp-festival/
LOCATION:Co. Donegal
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240726T130000
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SUMMARY:Belfast TradFest: Harp Masterclass with Aisling Lyons and Eilís Lavelle
DESCRIPTION:From Monday 22nd to Friday 26th July 2024\, Belfast TradFest will welcome Eilís Lavelle and Aisling Lyons to Ulster University to host a harp masterclass as part of the Traditional Music Summer School.  \n\nMulti-award-winning musician and composer from county Clare\, Aisling Lyons is the holder of 8 All-Ireland titles\, has performed internationally and collaborated with distinguished artists and musicians in various projects. With over 10 years teaching experience\, she is the current harp tutor at the University of Limerick and has taught extensively at Irish and international summer schools; an acclaimed performer and teacher. Hot Press Magazine described her as ‘one of traditional music’s finest musicians. \nHailing from Monaghan\, Eilís Lavelle began learning music at a young age and completed her B.Mus degree at DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama where she received the Leo Rowsome award for the highest achievement in Irish traditional music. Eilís has gained much experience collaborating and performing with musicians from a wide range of genres and has performed and taught across the world. Broadcasts include performances on Tg4’s Sé mo Laoch and Geantraí\, RTÉ Television\, BBC Television and Radio\, RTÉ Lyric Fm and Radio na Gaeltachta. Eilís is currently undertaking a PhD at Queen’s University\, Belfast focusing on the Edward Bunting collection of music. \n\nFurther information and tickets can be found here.
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/belfast-tradfest-harp-masterclass-with-aisling-lyons-and-eilis-lavelle/
LOCATION:Ulster University Belfast\, Belfast
CATEGORIES:Festival,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Belfast Trad Fest | Harp Summer School with Eilís Lavelle and Aisling Lyons
DESCRIPTION:Monday 22nd – Friday 26th July 2024 | 10am – 1pm | Ulster University\, York Street\, BT15 1ED \n \n\n\n\nMulti-award-winning musician and composer from county Clare\, Aisling Lyons is the holder of 8 All-Ireland titles\, has performed internationally and collaborated with distinguished artists and musicians in various projects. With over 10 years teaching experience\, she is the current harp tutor at the University of Limerick and has taught extensively at Irish and international summer schools; an acclaimed performer and teacher. Hot Press Magazine described her as ‘one of traditional music’s finest musicians. \nHailing from Monaghan\, Eilís Lavelle began learning music at a young age and completed her B.Mus degree at DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama where she received the Leo Rowsome award for the highest achievement in Irish traditional music. Eilís has gained much experience collaborating and performing with musicians from a wide range of genres and has performed and taught across the world. Broadcasts include performances on Tg4’s Sé mo Laoch and Geantraí\, RTÉ Television\, BBC Television and Radio\, RTÉ Lyric Fm and Radio na Gaeltachta. Eilís is currently undertaking a PhD at Queen’s University\, Belfast focusing on the Edward Bunting collection of music. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Summer School’s team of tutors is made up of internationally renowned performers with proven track records as teachers and educationalists. The primary means of teaching and learning will be ‘by ear’ with an emphasis in the less experienced classes of assisting pupils to develop oral/aural skills in addition to instrumental competency and developing core repertoire. All classes are designed for intermediate to advanced (minimum 2 years instrument experience) adults and children over 6 years of age except beginner instrument classes\, whistle and sing\, set dancing\, sean nós dancing\, traditional singing & sean nós singing which are suitable for all levels including beginners. \nTickets and further information available here.
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/belfast-trad-fest-harp-summer-school-with-eilis-lavelle-and-aisling-lyons/
LOCATION:Ulster University Belfast\, Belfast
CATEGORIES:Festival,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240724T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240724T160000
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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:20260405T165126
CREATED:20240628T180000Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240725T150000
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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240725T173000
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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
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240725T200000
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CREATED:20240627T111304Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240726T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240801T170000
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SUMMARY:Scoil na gCláirseach
DESCRIPTION:Join participants from Ireland—and all around the world—to celebrate the 22nd Scoil na gCláirseach–Festival of Early Irish Harp. Historical Harp Society of Ireland invite you to rediscover the music and traditions of Gaeldom’s exquisite\, ancient harp\, guided by world experts in the field! \nN.B. HHSI warmly welcome players of ALL kinds of harps to attend our festival \n\n\n\nYour immersion in this festival is designed to give you the skills to bring your own performances of historical Gaelic harp music gloriously alive as you might never have imagined before. If you are interested in seeing authentic\, historical sources\, and learning how to use these to turn old paper and ink into living\, breathing music\, then this festival will interest you: we go an inch wide\, and a mile deep. If you are curious of mind as well as curious of finger\, then this might be for you! \nFind the full festival programme and ticketing information here. \n\n  \nSUNDAY 28TH JULY\, 8:00 pm\nMASTERS OF IRISH MUSIC\nDoimnic Mac Giolla Bhríde\, voice\nSiobhán Armstrong\, early Irish harp\nMartin Tourish\, accordionA one-off gathering of three of Ireland’s leading performers of evocative\, soulful Irish music. Doimnic Mac Giolla Bhríde\, the prize-winning sean-nós [‘old style’] singer\, will perform with Siobhán Armstrong\, Ireland’s foremost performer on the ancient Irish\, brass-wire-strung harp. Musician and composer\, Martin Tourish\, [Young Musician of the Year\, 2008]\, makes a rare Kilkenny appearance also\, in an evening of solo singing and harpers’ songs from the ancient Irish harping tradition\, together with lively instrumental music. Presented in the 1000-year-old Parade Tower of Kilkenny\nCastle. \nTickets avaialble here. \n\n\nFree Teatime Concerts \n\n\nFRIDAY 26th JULY\, 6:45–7:15 pm\nJames Ruff\, early Irish harp \nSATURDAY 27th JULY\, 6:45–7:15 pm\nEibhlís Ní Ríordáin\, voice and early Irish harp \nMONDAY 29th JULY\, 6:45–7:15 pm\nPaul Dooley\, early Irish harp \nHear the ancient sound of the old Irish harp\, played by master performers\, in intimate\n‘teatime’ concerts at Coláiste Pobail Osraí secondary school\, 6-7 Ormonde Rd\, Kilkenny.\nFREE ADMISSION
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/scoil-na-gclairseach/
LOCATION:Coláiste Pobail Osraí\, Ormonde Road\, Kilkennt\, Co. Kilkenny\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240726T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240726T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T165126
CREATED:20240628T170109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T170109Z
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SUMMARY:Earagail Arts Festival | The Henry Girls
DESCRIPTION:In this special homecoming concert\, Malin sisters The Henry Girls showcase work created during their ‘Home’ residency\, and celebrate the Malin launch of their latest album\, A Time To Grow. \n\n\n\n\nThe Henry Girls – sisters Karen\, Lorna and Joleen – are a Donegal folk group\, renowned for their captivating harmonies and innovative musical arrangements. With the harp as their signature instrument\, they evoke the soul of celtic tradition while infusing it with a modern edge. \nTheir latest album\, A Time To Grow\, showcases their exceptional talent and has been earning widespread acclaim\, with Hot Press Magazine describing it as simply ‘stunning’. Nominated for a coveted RTÉ Folk Award this year\, their music resonates with audiences worldwide and with each performance\, The Henry Girls enchant\, entertain and inspire listeners. \n\nDate: Friday 26th July \nTime: 8pm \nLocation: Malin \nVenue: Malin Hall \nAdmission/Cost: €25 \nTickets available here
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/earagail-arts-festival-the-henry-girls/
LOCATION:Malin Hall\, Malin Hall\, Norrira\, Malin\, Co. Donegal\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240726T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240726T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T165126
CREATED:20240722T105819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T105819Z
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SUMMARY:Meitheal Finale Concert 2024 - Ennis
DESCRIPTION:Meitheal finale Concert 2024 – Ennis \nFriday 26th July \, 8pm \nGlór\, Ennis \n  \nThe curtain will come down on Meitheal 2024 with the annual Meitheal Showcase concert in glór. \nFeaturing the Meitheal students and several stars of the trad music world including Alannah Thornburgh (harp)\, Dessie Kelliher (banjo)\, Eimear Arkins (fiddle)\, Lisa Canny\, (harp)\, Marie Walsh (accordion)\, Stephen Doherty (accordion)\, Tom Doorley (flute)\, and many more. \nThe finalé will feature the Meitheal Trad Orchestra whose membership is drawn from the four corners of Ireland and beyond performing a new trad suite by composer Lisa Canny.  Some of the awards won during the week will be announced on the night. \nTickets available here. \n\n 
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/meitheal-finale-concert-2024-ennis/
LOCATION:Glór\, Ennis\, Co Clare\, Ennis\, Co Clare\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240727T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240727T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T165126
CREATED:20240520T100638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T100638Z
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SUMMARY:BIIRD | PÓLCA 4
DESCRIPTION:Making their debut Irish performance at Belfast Tradfest\, BIIRD are a brand new 11-piece\, all female\, superstar collective made up of some of Ireland’s best traditional musicians and singers. Brought together through a shared love of the music that raised them\, the collective is breaking the mould by teaming up with Ireland’s most disruptive and creative designers & stylists. BIIRD aim to update the image and narrative of trad music across the globe. \nTheir members have won multiple All-Ireland titles\, toured the world performing on shows such as Riverdance\, Lord of the Dance\, The Young Irelanders\, The Late Late Show and Electric Picnic\, to name a few. \nThe line-up includes Mayo’s Lisa Canny (harp/banjo/vocals)\, Ciara Murphy (fiddle/vocals)\, Aoife Kelly (fiddle/vocals)\, Aisling Egan Sage (pipes/fiddle)\, Sal Heneghan (harp/fiddle)\, Zoran Donoghue (concertina)\, Castlewellan native MÚLÚ (flute/shruti/vocals)\, Niamh Hinchy (vocals/whistle/synth)\, Hannah Heimstra (drums/vocals) and Laura Doherty (guitar/vocals) and Belfast’s very own Claire Loughran (fiddle/synth) \nHaving just performed their debut show at Trafalgar Square to 8\,000 people\, it is clear that something magical happens when BIIRD take to the stage\, “something hard to describe but easily\, deeply felt.” – Annie Mac Manus. \nPólca 4 are guaranteed to get the foot tapping and blood flowing with their high energy shows and vigorous arrangements\, mixing local polkas and slides with jigs\, reels and songs. The band’s arrangements breathe new life into these time-honored melodies\, infusing them with their unique interpretations while preserving the essence of the traditional tunes. \nPólca 4’s performances are characterised by lively interplay between Daire Bracken (fiddle)\, Pádraig Ó Sé (vocals & accordion)\, Gary O’Brien (guitar) and Robbie Harris (bodhrán & percussion)\, creating a musical tapestry that transports listeners to the heart of West Kerry. \nThis will be their biggest Belfast show to date and you will be dancing\, we promise! \nTickets available here \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/biird-polca-4/
LOCATION:Mandela Hall\, Mandela Hall\, 77 University Rd\, Belfast\, BT7 1NF\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240727T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T165126
CREATED:20240722T103337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T103337Z
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SUMMARY:Meitheal Finale Concert 2024 - Limerick
DESCRIPTION:Meitheal Finale Limerick 2024 \nSaturday 27th July\, 8pm \nMillenium Theatre\, Limerick \nJoin Meitheal for the ultimate gathering at the Millennium Theatre! The Meitheal Finale Limerick 2024 is where the magic happens. Innovative new music\, groups and soloists and an exciting new piece for orchestra by Stephen Doherty. Featuring the Meitheal 2024 Orchestra and Alannah Thornburgh\, Laura Callaghan\, Sarah O’Gorman\, Mark Redmond\, Caroline Keane\, Joseph McNulty\, Richie Delahunty\, Aogán Lynch\, Stephen Doherty and Caoimhín Ó Fearghail. \nTickets available here.
URL:https://www.harpireland.ie/showevent/meitheal-finale-concert-2024-limerick/
LOCATION:Millenium Theatre\, TUS Moylish Campus\, Limerick\, Co. Limerick\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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