The parish of Wexford is delighted to welcome back the internationally acclaimed violinist Martin Hayes to perform a concert here in the majestic setting of Rowe St Church. Martin played at the Fleadh Cheoil in 2024 to a sell-out concert and by popular demand, we welcome him back this year. His music is soulful, haunting […]

Pierce has always been influenced by Turlough O Carolan, the harpist from Sligo. They say that he married Irish traditional music to Italian romanticism. The Chieftains could’ve been his band but they were Seán O’Riada’s band instead. O’Riada was to Irish children what Leonard Bernstein was to American children. They both did black and white television presentations for […]

Music Generation Wexford presents a dynamic concert inspired by the young musicians’ performances at the Music @ Mount Leinster festival earlier this year. This concert will include performances from: Yellow Bellows, Music Generation Wexford; Waterford Senior Traditional Ensemble and Waterford Harp Ensemble, Music Generation Waterford; Reelig, Reel-Nua Reel-Óg, Music Generation Carlow; Music Generation Laois Traditional […]

Meitheal is a summer school for high-competency young musicians which is held in Ennis and Limerick every July and over the years has become a rite of passage for every ambitious young trad performer. This year, was Meitheal’s largest ever enrolment. With the dust barely settled, Meitheal is already gearing up for the annual Reunion […]

Inspired by their individual diverse musical backgrounds, 3 on the Bund blend tradition with innovation. Their complex layered arrangements consist of both traditional and newly composed material which is played with an energy and passion that is completely authentic. Founded in 2019, 3 on the Bund came together through the Irish World Academy at the […]

Tulua are a traditional Irish fusion band hailing from the southeast of Ireland. Meaning ‘Becoming More‘, Tulua have been deeply exploring and sharing their music over the years with their tunes and songs often being described as energetic, warm, and deep, while always staying true to their traditional roots. Since their forthcoming in 2019 they […]

For the second consecutive year, the Comhaltas International Showcase Concert will take centre stage at the Fleadh in Wexford this summer. After an unforgettable performance at Wexford's National Opera House last year, the concert will once again be held at this iconic venue. This exciting event will highlight the finest Irish traditional music from Comhaltas […]

To mark the second year of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford, the 60-member Comhaltas National Folk Orchestra of Ireland will take you on a remarkable journey through the town and county’s rich historical, musical, and sporting heritage. Through a beautifully woven blend of music, song, words, and images, the concert will pay tribute to […]

Immerse yourself in the rich, heartfelt melodies of Garadice, a remarkable traditional ensemble that blends the talents of Eleanor Shanley, Padraig McGovern, John McCartin, and Dave Sheridan. With their second studio album, Sanctuary, the band takes listeners on an unforgettable musical journey that bridges the past and the present. Sanctuary serves as a tribute to […]

Perfect Friction are a group of musicians who came together through playing at sessions in Wicklow Town following the Leinster Fleadh in 2009. The band features 5 trad musicians and a world-class vocalist, Louise Kelly. The band’s music ranges from high-energy trad sets with a full range of instruments (fiddle, accordion, whistle, concertina, bodhrán, guitar), to […]

Appearing in concert at the Riverbank House Hotel on August 8th, Peter Street is an exciting new force in the world of Traditional Irish Music, blending youthful energy with exceptional talent. They craft a dynamic sound that honors the rich traditions of Irish Music while infusing it with fresh creativity. Whether it's lively reels or […]

Celebrate 55 Years of Tradition with Shaskeen! Please join with Shaskeen Traditional Irish Music & Song as they enter their remarkable 55th "Emerald Tour" year in 2025! (Shaskeen55 Emerald Tour (1970-2025) For over half a century, this beloved Trad group has captivated audiences with their soulful melodies, lively performances, and rich heritage of Irish music […]

Coming from a musical family, Frankie Gavin has played fiddle and flute since his teenage years. At the age of seventeen, he won All-Ireland competitions for fiddle and flute. Originally influenced by the great Irish and American-Irish fiddle players such as James Morrison, he later found himself playing with stars: The Rolling Stones, Stephane Grappelli, James […]

The band Seoid takes the name from the Irish word for “jewel” or “precious object”, reflecting how the group treasure the traditional as well as embracing the new. Seoid is a collaboration of the traditional multi-instrumentalists Kerrie Herrity (banjo, mandolin and fiddle), Kenny Donagher from Sligo (accordion and keyboard) , John Dwyer from (flute, whistle […]

The Rowsome Quartet is the uniquely Irish sound of a quartet of uilleann pipers. Originally formed by Leo Rowsome and his brother Tom in the late 1920's. Their main objective was to raise the profile of the uilleann pipes at a time when the instrument was in real danger of dying out. The Quartet performed […]

In a short space of time Damien Mullane has a musical CV that any veteran musician would be proud of. He has been described as a virtuoso with an avant-garde style of playing. Damien won numerous All-Ireland titles on both accordion and melodeon and began his professional career as the accordionist in the legendary Frankie […]