Saturday 17th November – 9pm
The Brandon Hotel, Tralee, Co. Kerry
On Saturday 17th November, the final of the Christie Hennessy Song Competition will take place in the Brandon Hotel, Tralee. Ten finalists selected from over 200 entries across Ireland will perform their original songs in front of a live audience and a panel of expert judges. The winning songwriter will be presented with a cheque for €1,000 on the night, courtesy of Tralee Chamber Alliance.
The Christie Hennessy Song Competition takes place as a tribute to the life and music of one of Tralee’s most famous sons. Christie grew up in a house full of music in Tralee and went on to become one of Ireland’s best known singer songwriters. Among his songs which went on to be recorded by other artists were “All The Lies That You Told Me” performed by Frances Black, “Don’t Forget Your Shovel” performed by Christy Moore and “Oh Jealous Heart” performed by Moya Brennan.
Last year the inaugural Christie Hennessy Song Competition took place as part of a week-long celebration of Christie Hennessy in Tralee. The winning song, “Superman” by Paul McDonnell, has since gone on to be playlisted by Radio Kerry.
The ten finalists in the 2012 Christie Hennessy Song Competition taking to stage on the night for a chance to win this prestigious prize are:
Ciara Donnelly – Song: Circus
John Buggy – Song: What’s On Your Mind
Colin Deady – Song: Seasons Tide
Christine Deady & Enda Reilly – Song: Follow the Water
Peter Fitzpatrick – Song: This Hometown
Colin Fahy – Song: We’ve Come A long Way
Rachel Barror – Song: Fake Luv
Eli Spring – Song: Make a Wish
Dermot Kelly – Song: The Moon on His Back
Stuart Daly – Song: The Landing Light
Entry to the live final is free of charge, but due to limited capacity, booking is advised.
To reserve a place in the audience, email IMRO at membership@nullimro.ie or phone 01 661 4844.
The Christie Hennessy Song Contest is supported by IMRO, Tralee Chamber Alliance, Radio Kerry, Tralee Town Council, Kerry’s Eye, Tralee Advertiser, The Troubadour Club & Brandon Hotel.
