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Atlantic Irish Fest Gigs 2024
Meitheal: Mapping our Musical Traditions’ curated by Marc Geagan - Saturday Jan. 20
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From the Irish word for ‘working collaboratively’, Meitheal is Modal Citizen Records’ in-house project ensemble that specialises in traditional music from their region. The band can range from a duo to an entire 12-piece depending on the venue and audience. Meitheal features some of the finest performers of traditional music from South Donegal, North Leitrim, and West Fermanagh. Their first album 'Songs of Erne Volume 1: Traditional Music from South Donegal and West Fermanagh' was released in 2017 and features guest performances from Steve Cooney and Junior Davey. Their follow-up album ‘Songs of Erne Volume 2: Border Music’ has been recorded and is due for release in 2022. Regular members of the group include multi-instrumentalist Seanan Brennan (Kila), Farrah Bogle on fiddle and vocals, singer and bodhran player Fiona Fitzpatrick (Seamas O’Rourke, The Messages) and Marc Geagan (Ronan Gallagher Band) on dobro, guitar, and double bass. The Meitheal performance is curated by Marc Geagan.
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The Henry Girls - Sunday Jan. 21
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The Henry Girls are three sisters from Co. Donegal, Ireland. They were brought up by music- loving parents who introduced them to an eclectic array of sounds such as The Everly Brothers, The Bothy Band, The Beatles, Johnny Cash and Ella Fitzgerald as well being surrounded by traditional Irish music. In their own music, they have a unique rootsy sound which blends their native traditional Irish folk music with hints of americana, bluegrass and blues. They are renowned for their fine close harmonies and musical arrangements and have been likened to such great musical acts as Crosby, Stills & Nash, The Dixie Chicks and The Be Good Tanyas. They write songs that are tuneful, catchy, and warm. Their repertoire is scattered with old and new and their style reflects many influences and tastes.
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An Evening in Leo's Bar, Home of Clannad and ENya - Monday Jan. 22
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A trip to Donegal's most famous music pub - situated along the Wild Atlantic Way, between the popular destinations of Mount Errigal and the Atlantic Ocean, Leo's Tavern is renowned for its music being the family home of world famous musical talents Enya, Clannad and Moya Brennan. We'll have our evening meal here and enjoy traditional music from local artists who have been brought up in this inimitable venue.
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Johnny Gallagher and the Boxty Band - Tuesday Jan. 23
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Widely Acknowledged as one of the finest guitar players touring the circuit, Johnny Gallagher and the Boxtie Band is a powerful Irish Rock ‘n Roll show, featuring original material and stunning personal versions of selected classics. Johnny's charisma creates excitement on stage, with a set that douses rock, blues, and ballads in an inimitable Donegal style. Together with his band of brothers, Pauric, James, and Sean, he delivers a show mixing slick practiced expertise with ad-libbing, jamming, and improvising. That’s the magic of the Boxtie show; James’s punchy bottom lines and Sean's groovy swing, Pauric’s freeform Boogie woogie giving Johnny the scope for wizardry on acoustic and electric guitar, and a voice that goes from a whisper to a roar. Undoubtedly one of the top live bands in Ireland & Europe right now, a Johnny & Boxtie show is not to be missed.
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Irish Culture Classes Each morning, you'll have the option to attend informal & entertaining talks on Irish culture with Niamh, She'll take you through the rich history of Ireland, explaining the Irish language, mythology, folklore that form the bedrock of our traditions. Obviously, you can also have a lie-in and a big breakfast instead! But she's good.
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Guided tours of the best placesNiamh and John will be happy to take you on guided trips to the best places to visit while you are in Ireland. You'll have the personal touch and local expertise every where you go, and we'll enjoy ourselves too! We've got a few ancient sites, some castles, amazing coastal cliffs, and more than a few secret spots that regular visitors don't see. Stop-offs at our favourite cafes and restaurants, and maybe the odd pub!
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Live music and cultureDonegal is famous for its music traditions, and we are blessed here locally with an amazing selection of musicians, singers and bands. Every night, we will have a gig for you, and we guarantee you will be awestruck and gobsmacked by the range of talent. We'll mix it up for you too, so we'll have stuff you listen to, stuff you dance to, stuff you sing to, stuff you drink to. Something for everyone!
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Trip Details |
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2024 Deposit: €99
Total Fees: €675
Single Gig Tickets and nightly accommodation available.
Please contact info@isaireland.com for more details
Please contact info@isaireland.com for more details
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*Please note: This site only accept payments in USD$ at this time. If you are travelling from Europe or the UK, please email info@isaireland.com and we will arrange payment in euros for you.
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Atlantic Fest Awaits..
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If you are looking to book onto our Atlantic Irish Fest trip but have a few questions first, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our staff will work with you and your group to organising transfers, give you Information about accommodation, and help with anything else we can. We look forward to hearing from you.
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