IIMS Harp Ensemble
The Irish Institute of Music and Song’s Harp Ensemble caters for traditional harpers in both the 9-12 and 13-18 age categories, offering young harpists the opportunity of performances as they hone their skills, presenting teenage traditional musicians from north Co. Dublin with exciting performance opportunities.
Gleas-IIMS Youth Trad Ensemble
The Irish Institute of Music and Song’s teenage traditional ensemble, ‘GLÉAS’, is for dedicated young traditional musicians to learn, play and enjoy music and friendship together. Working under the direction of leading traditional musicians Dr. Seán McElwain, Carol Keane and Niall Preston, the GLÉAS ensemble presents teenage traditional musicians from North County Dublin with exciting […]
Altan
Altan, a leading force in traditional Irish music for nearly 40 years, was founded by Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Frankie Kennedy in the early 1980s. Their music, ranging from energetic dance tunes to soulful songs, reflects the depth of Irish heritage. Altan’s global popularity earned them a prestigious Irish postal stamp and recognition from their […]
Emma Langford
Emma Langford blends folk, traditional and contemporary sounds and styles, offering an insight through her work into Irish folklore, history, and many of life’s universal truths. This year she’s touring the US, the UK, Germany and Ireland, while also working on her next album. She has shared stages with some of the island’s best loved […]
Barney McKenna in Photos
The Courthouse in Howth is the backdrop for a unique TradFest photo exhibition of the life and career of the legendary Barney McKenna. From humble beginnings in the North Dublin suburb of Donnycarney, to single-handedly revolutionising how an instrument is played, Banjo Barney lived an incredible life. Explore never before seen photos of the man […]
Thomas Ashe Photo Exhibition
This exhibition, which explores the remarkable journey of Thomas Ashe, dives deeper into the legacy of a man whose courage, creativity and dedication left an enduring mark on both local and national history. Born in 1885, Ashe was part of a family stepped in Irish culture, with the exhibition documenting his early years in County […]
Thomas Ashe Photo Exhibition
This exhibition, which explores the remarkable journey of Thomas Ashe, dives deeper into the legacy of a man whose courage, creativity and dedication left an enduring mark on both local and national history. Born in 1885, Ashe was part of a family stepped in Irish culture, with the exhibition documenting his early years in County […]
Dónal Clancy
Dónal Clancy is a guitarist, singer and performer, who grew up in a household and community steeped in music, with his father being the legendary Liam Clancy. Dónal is a founding member of the group Danú, and spent time touring the US in the early years of his career. He released his first solo guitar […]
Peggy Seeger In Conversation
Folk icon Peggy Seeger joins us for an exclusive interview on her incredible career. 2025 saw Peggy release her final album. She also turned 90 years of age last year and continues to entertain crowds both at home and abroad. Join Peggy for this intimate night in The Seamus Ennis Arts Centre where she discusses […]
Last Call
A group of traditional players have teamed up with novelist Nicole Galland to write and perform an original work that blurs the lines between theatre and a traditional Irish session. This immersive production honour the Irish yearning for a romanticised past and an idealised future. The show is set in a rural pub that’s about […]
Banjo Masterclass with Kieran Hanrahan & Gerry O’Connor
Join us for this exclusive Banjo Masterclass with Ireland’s leading tenor banjo players Gerry O’Connor and Kieran Hanrahan. This one-hour class will see Gerry and Kieran explore some of Barney McKenna’s iconic tunes and demonstrate Barney’s interpretation. Gerry O’Connor, a banjo virtuoso, has explored diverse musical genres, from Irish to bluegrass, and other traditional music […]
Niamh Bury
Niamh Bury’s repertoire consists of traditional ballads and self-penned songs which explore myth, folklore and human empathy. Her debut album was released in 2024, and Niamh has recently signed to Ireland’s iconic folk label, Claddagh Records. She’s a musician and songwriter who has performed with artists like Ye Vagabonds and Dermot Kennedy. Originally from the […]