I am delighted that the Donnycarney Trad Fest, now in its third year, has delivered once again such a fantastic programme. Donnycarney has such a rich history of traditional music, and it is crucially important that we promote this and take pride in our local heritage.
I would like to thank the organisers and sponsors who worked with me in planning the 2015 Donnycarney Trad Fest: Craobh Chiaráin GAC, Na Píobairí Uilleann, Ceoltóirí Chluain Tarbh, Supervalu Killester, Dublin City Council and Culture Connect. This festival would not be happening without the generous involvement of these groups and individuals.
There is something for everyone to take part in and enjoy over the three days of the festival. So I hope that you are able to come along to the events and enjoy this tradition that we are rightly proud of.
Donnycarney Trad Fest Programme
Friday, 18th September
Try the Pipes, Fiddle and Flute (Free) Na Píobairí Uilleann and Ceoltóirí Chluain Tarbh go into local schools to give children the opportunity to try the pipes, fiddle and flute.
Enjoy Culture Night locally with Culture Connect (Free): Craobh Chiaráin GAA Club -9pm
Join us for an evening of traditional ballads.
Saturday, 19th September
Traditional Music Workshops: Donnycarney Community and Youth Centre – 10am (Free) Workshops with the fiddle, tin whistle, flute and Uilleann Pipes, hosted by Na Píobairí Uilleann and Ceoltóirí Chluain Tarbh.
Lecture: Leo Rowsome,the Donnycarney Maestro – Craobh Chiaráin GAA Club House – 3pm (Free) Join Na Píobairí Uilleann Archivist, Terry Moylan, to learn more about the local musical legend, Leo Rowsome.
Donnycarney Trad Fest 2015 Concert – Craobh Chiaráin GAA Club House – 8pm (€10)
Acts on the night:
- Harry Bradley and Jesse Smith
- Seán McKeon and Liam O’Connor
- Pat Goode and Jimmy Kelly
- The Rowsome Trio
- School Choir
- Ceoltóirí Chluain Tarbh
- The Glackins
Sunday, 20th September
Historical Walking Tour of Donnycarney with Pat Liddy – Meeting at Our Lady of Consolation Church – 11.30am (Free) Join famous Dublin historian Pat Liddy for his walking tour of Donnycarney