By Dan Walsh at the Fleadh in Wexford
Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is in full swing on Day 3 (Tuesday) with a vibrant array of music, lectures, exhibitions, walking tours, award ceremonies, youth sessions, and more! Among a schedule jam-packed with diverse events and experiences, here are two highlights to look forward to this week:
Bardic Awards, Tuesday, 6th August – 7pm. This annual ceremony honours exceptional musicians and singers who have made unique contributions to Irish Traditional Music through their playing, singing, and dancing. This gala dinner with presentations includes performances by each of the recipients, all of whom are nationally and internationally renowned for their talent and commitment to traditional Irish culture. Catherine Martin, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport, and Media is scheduled to speak at the awards.
The Comhaltas International Showcase Concert Thursday, 8th August at 7pm. The Comhaltas International Showcase Concert will once again take centre stage at the Fleadh on Thursday. Following an electrifying concert last year in Mullingar, this year’s performance will take place at the National Opera House. The concert will feature guests from Australia, Britain, North America, Singapore, Dubai, and more, showcasing the best of Irish traditional music from Comhaltas branches across the globe. Not only will the audience enjoy great music, but Irish dancing superstar Michael Flatley is also set to attend and speak at the event.
The festival’s massive outdoor stage, the Wexford Credit Union Gig Rig, will also feature many of Ireland’s best trad musicians playing to huge crowds of music fans throughout the week, with notable performances by Music Generation, Tradify, and the Crannhill Céilí Band.
Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is organised by Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and is hosted by the local Wexford Town Fleadh Executive Committee in association with Wexford County Council. The event is kindly supported by Wexford County Council, Wexford Credit Union and Fáilte Ireland. RTÉ and TG4 will once again act as broadcast and live broadcasting partners, respectively.
For a full rundown of all the exciting events happening this week in Wexford for Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, click here.
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