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1 week ago | 
journalofmusic.com | Paul Byrne |Belfast TradFest |Maynooth Uni
Returning to Belfast for the first time in three years, Moxie brings their electrifying sound to TradFest in what promises to be a landmark performance. Hailing from Sligo in the West of Ireland, Moxie have carved out a space all their own — rooted in the rhythms of Irish traditional music but fearlessly pushing its boundaries, reimagining it for a new generation.
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1 week ago | 
journalofmusic.com | Paul Byrne |Belfast TradFest |Maynooth Uni
Matt Molloy is a true legend of Irish music and has been member of some of the most influential bands in traditional music, including The Bothy Band, Planxty and The Chieftains. His three solo albums, as well as his trio recording with Tommy Peoples and Paul Brady in the late 70’s brought flute playing to a new level. Born in London but living in Boyle for over 25 years, John Carty has established himself among the elite of Irish traditional musicians.
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Jan 11, 2025 | 
journalofmusic.com | Belfast TradFest
Legendary British singer-songwriter Ralph McTell will embark on his most extensive tour of Ireland to date in 2025. As a stalwart of the folk scene for over five decades, McTell’s music continues to resonate with fans of all generations. With 2025 marking Ralph’s 80th year, this tour represents a milestone not just in his life, but in his extraordinary career.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
journalofmusic.com | Belfast TradFest
Consairtín, the national concertina convention, in collaboration with the Irish Traditional Music Archive (ITMA), is offering a €1,500 student bursary for research on concertina-related material. Open to registered undergraduate and postgraduate students in Ireland, the bursary supports research culminating in a 45-minute presentation at Consairtín 2025, held from 24–27 April in Ennis, Co. Clare.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
journalofmusic.com | Belfast TradFest
Northern Ireland Opera’s next major production at the Grand Opera House is ‘Follies’, winner of 7 Tony Awards on its debut on Broadway in 1971. Set in that same year, the girls of Weismann’s ‘Follies’ are returning with their partners to the decaying theatre on Broadway which holds so many memories for them for one last time before it is demolished. Time may have moved on, but inside the theatre old connections stir, rivalries flare and ghosts of the past are woken.
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Dec 6, 2024 | 
journalofmusic.com | Belfast TradFest
Sat 15 MarchDoors 7:30pm / Show start 8pmMandela Hall / Standing onlyFormed in 1995, Afro Celt Sound System have captivated audiences for three decades with their innovative blend of Irish and West African musical traditions infused with modern electronic beats. With over a million albums sold worldwide and multiple Grammy nominations, the band is known for classics such as "Release", "Whirl-Y-Reel", and "When You're Falling", which featured legendary singer Peter Gabriel.
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Dec 5, 2024 | 
journalofmusic.com | Belfast TradFest
The Arts Council will accept applications for the Deis Recording and Publication Award 2025 starting 21 January 2025. This funding supports traditional arts projects focused on recording or publication, including collaborations with other art forms. Eligible applicants include individuals, groups, bands, and organisations working in traditional music, song, dance, or oral arts. Proposals must demonstrate artistic quality, innovation, and benefit to the traditional arts community.
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Dec 5, 2024 | 
journalofmusic.com | Belfast TradFest
National Symphony OrchestraRobert Ames, conductorHosted by Bryce DessnerThis debut screening of the acclaimed film SING SING with live score performed National Symphony Orchestra with conductor Robert Ames. Acclaimed composer Bryce Dessner of The National hosts this special screening of his latest film score for the Oscar-tipped film at NCH. Divine G (Colman Domingo), imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn’t commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group with other incarcerated men.
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Dec 3, 2024 | 
journalofmusic.com | Belfast TradFest
The Royal Irish Academy is inviting applications for the position of Open Research Support Officer at the Digital Repository of Ireland (DRI). This fixed-term role, based at the DRI, will run from January to December 2025. The successful candidate will support the National Open Research Coordinator in reviewing the National Action Plan for Open Research and assist with the administration of funded projects.
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Dec 2, 2024 | 
journalofmusic.com | Belfast TradFest
Singer-songwriter James Vincent McMorrow performs in Vicar Street on 2 and 3 December, with concert dates in Belfast, Galway and Kilkenny later in the month. See link below for tickets. WebsiteAdd a Listing Please note that some listings are added by third parties. The Journal of Music does not take responsibility for the content or accuracy of listings published by third parties on this site. The Journal of Music reserves the right to edit or delete listings.
