The Irish Youth Music Awards is an educational programme for young people aimed at creating teamwork and friendship at local level, while providing first contact work experience in a variety of subjects associated with the music business. The initiative brings together some of Ireland’s top music industry personnel directly into contact with young musicians. This […]
The Circle Sessions is a performance collective based in the International Bar, on Monday nights. It's been running for two years and prides itself on both a listening audience and self-composed works of Music, Spoken-Work, and Comedy. Last year the event hosted more than 500 amateur performers and hopes to continue to increase that number. […]
As part of Culture Night join us for an evening of song and stories with the singer-songwriter Ryan Sheridan. Combining an interview with a live performance from an artist whose profile has steadily increased at home and abroad, this event hopes to give a rare insight into his creative processes, touring experience and plans for the future. Ryan […]
Richard Bellis is an Emmy Award winning composer for his score on Stephen King’s “IT” and a nomination for HBO’s “Doublecrossed” starring Dennis Hopper. In addition to his film-scoring career, Bellis is a past president of the Society of Composers & Lyricists; served on the faculty of the University of Southern California, where he lectured […]
glór’s annual award to celebrate outstanding contribution to traditional music has this year been awarded to Frank Custy. Born in Dysart in the Ruane parish of Co. Clare, as a teacher, Frank inspired many people to take up music, and Toonagh National School became renowned for its promotion of traditional Irish music and singing. Sean […]
Join internationally renowned songwriting pros Brett Perkins and Alan Roy Scott for an information packed workshop designed to provide input on a number of topics relevant to songwriting craft and careers. The workshop will be broken down into several segments, including Songwriting Tips & Tools, Networking, Promotion & Song Pitching, Touring Strategies For Indie Artists […]
***UPDATE - Due to circumstances beyond our control, this event has been cancelled*** Barry & Holly Tashian are duet singers, songwriters and touring musicians who have known each other since high school in Westport, Connecticut, USA. They have performed and recorded together since 1972 and continue to perform together as a duo, a trio (with […]
The Troubadour Club Presented by Francie Conway Venue: The Rose Hotel, Dan Spring Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry Time: November 25th, 8.30pm ‘till late / Entry: €10 Tickets via Tralee Chamber Alliance (066 712 1472) or on the door Troubadour Club is a platform and network to connect songwriters, musicians, performers and audiences. Performing at the […]
For accommodation reservations & details of special offers at The Rose Hotel throughout the celebration, call (0) 66 7199100 or visit www.therosehotel.com Christie Hennessy | A Celebration is proudly supported by IMRO, Tralee Chamber Alliance, Troubadour Club, Tralee Credit Union, The Rose Hotel & Kerry County Council
The Christie Hennessy Song Competition takes place as a tribute to the life and music of one of Tralee’s most famous sons. The ten finalists below were selected from over 200 entries and they will perform their original song in front of a live audience and a panel of expert judges. The winning songwriter will be […]
