This year’s Irish Composition Summer School will offer a range of lectures, presentations and demonstrations on all aspects of contemporary composition, focusing on contemporary writing for any combination of the available forces (2vn,va, vc), with optional electronics. At the end of the course, the students’ works will be presented in workshop, rehearsed and digitally recorded by the […]
A very special concert at Dolans Pub on the 5th of July is the latest in the well-known "I Heart" series which usually takes place at Whelan’s in Dublin and has paid homage to Bowie and Elliot Smith. “I Heart the Cranberries” could of course only take place in the home city of Cranberries’ frontwoman, […]
The world of music licensing has changed dramatically in recent years-both in traditional media as well as the online/digital world. And with these changes has come many new opportunities for music use. This seminar will discuss what the licensing deal structures look like, how they are being negotiated and how much money can be made. […]
Hall of Fame Canadian songwriter Ralph Murphy has achieved near-legendary status in Nashville through his career as a performer, producer, songwriter, publisher, and most recently, Vice President, International and Domestic Membership, ASCAP. He had his first UK Number One in 1965 with ‘Call My Name,’ recorded by James Royal. Other hits followed with acts like […]
Hosted by Niall Stokes, Editor of Hot Press Magazine Paul Williams is an Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe winning Hall of Fame songwriter. He is a recipient of The National Music Publishers President’s Award and is President and Chairman of the Board of ASCAP (the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers). Recognised as one of […]
In this three hour seminar, award winning and Emmy Nominated media composer Craig Stuart Garfinkle, will guide the attendees through his creative and production process. Using his actual Logic, Sibelius and ProTools sessions as examples, he will demonstrate each step of the process, including: Getting the assignment Spotting the video Finding tempo, style and timings […]
The seminar will cover: Basic beat patterns and gestures. Communicating articulations, dynamics, cuing, tempo changes and other specialty gestures. Instruction in score preparation, stage presence, studio recording techniques, creating click tracks, and other helpful tips for efficient studio recording. Eimear’s unique take on the art-form based on her vast experience conducting orchestras from Quebec to […]
The annual Sean McCarthy Memorial Traditional Irish Ballad Competition is now open for entries. Closing date for entries for the Ballad competition is Friday 13th July 2018 Entries to be submitted on CD, with 3 typed copies (or in very clear handwriting). Also include your email address. Entries to be accompanied by cheque/postal order for €25.00. No entries […]
As part of Culture Night join us for an evening of live music and interviews from a selection of some of Ireland’s established and up and coming musicians. Hosted by Joe.ie’s Paddy McKenna, the night will feature interviews with BP Fallon and Fangclub with further interviews and live music courtesy of Stephanie Rainey and Culture […]
Consider this: you have the powers of industry standard music creation and production tools in your pocket— all on your smartphone. Join SIGNAL curator Martin Clancy and songwriter/musician Gavin MacDermott (Dashoda) for an evening of exploration into the iOS apps that will unlock your inner music creator. Absolutely no knowledge required as the best of […]
