Music for Wexford present Liam Bates’s World Premiere EARTHRISE

Join us at 3pm for a conversation with Liam Bates about the commissioning of this new work.

Musici Ireland return to Music for Wexford for the World Premiere performance EARTHRISE, a new concerto for viola (Beth McNinch)and chamber ensemble by Kilmore composer Liam Bates. Famed for his Christmas musical Noel, a collaboration with Eoin Colfer, and Heroes of the Helen Blake, this promises to be a thrilling new work.

Jessie Montgomery Strum

Mozart Flute Quartet in D

Ravel Introduction and Allegro

Glazanov Reverie Orientale

Liam Bates EARTHRISE : Soloist Beth McNinch WORLD PREMIERE

Leader: Ioana Petcu Colan ,

Lidia Jewloszewicz Clarke: Violin

Nick Rippon: Viola

Niamh Molloy: Cello

Dominic Dudley: Bass

Dianne Marshall: Harp

Meadbh O’Rourke: Flute

Conor Sheil: Clarinet

Hannah Miller: Horn

About Musici Ireland:

Formed in 2012, Musici Ireland have performed hundreds of concerts across Ireland and have been broadcast around the world.

Musici Ireland is rooted in creativity and exploration. We are a women led chamber ensemble who value deep audience connection and aim to create evocative wholesome performances in both traditional and explorative concert experiences. We offer education and artistic nourishment for our members and always stay curious about the industry we are in, the world and ways we can add our creative footprint. Our development as an ensemble has seen substantial growth over the past number of years. A significant jump in both numbers and creative output was seen during the World’s Global Pandemic, highlighting our determination, resilience and passion for what we do as an ensemble. We look forward to expanding our listenership abroad and developing lasting international connections.