Criticism

Jane O'Leary – The Passing Sound of Forever Jane O'Leary – The Passing Sound of Forever Brendan Finan 'Sketching quickly, grasping the essence of the atmosphere', writes Jane O'Leary about one of her recent chamber works – Brendan Finan reviews a recently released collection.
Saint Sister at the NCH Saint Sister at the NCH Ruth Cronin Euphonic and empowering – Saint Sister's headline concert at the NCH was another major milestone for the duo, writes Ruth Cronin
Wide World of Petcu Wide World of Petcu Adrian Smith The eclecticism on percussionist Alex Petcu's debut recording works very much in its favour, writes Adrian Smith.
Louth Ritual Louth Ritual Brendan Finan Ritual is central to the latest commission from the Louth Contemporary Music Society, writes Brendan Finan – a major new work by Scottish composer James Dillon, performed by Peyee Chen and Crash Ensemble at the Drogheda Arts Festival.
Violin Reflections Violin Reflections Anna Murray Four of Ireland's leading violinists, an inventive programme of works from the past, and an Ian Wilson premiere – Anna Murray caught up with the latest Music Network tour at St Ann's Church, Dublin.
Concertina Journey Concertina Journey Toner Quinn Concertina player Cormac Begley’s creative journey has been one to watch, and his new solo album is an assertive next step, writes Toner Quinn.
Songs of Conviction Songs of Conviction Anna Murray The latest in a series of collaborations between Crash Ensemble and indie artists shone a new light on the artistry of Katie Kim, writes Anna Murray.
Gothic Outsiders Gothic Outsiders Laura Watson Siobhán Cleary's 'Vampirella' is a thought-provoking addition to the Irish operatic repertoire, writes Laura Watson.
At the Heart of Fiddle-Playing At the Heart of Fiddle-Playing Toner Quinn Liam O'Connor's first solo album strikes the balance between virtuosity and style, writes Toner Quinn.
Goodbye to the Storytellers Goodbye to the Storytellers Toner Quinn Johnny Óg Connolly's new song cycle for Liam Ó Maonlaí captured a range of atmospheres, from mystery to melancholy, writes Toner Quinn.

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