Classical, Gospel, and Irish Traditional music will be heard in St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church, in Galway City, throughout February and March.
The church's Spring Season of Coffee Concerts features outstanding locally based musicians with national and international reputations. The first concert is on Saturday 3rd February with The Mantu Family, featuring the ConTempo String Quartet's Adrian Mantu (cello) and Andreea Banciu (viola), along with their daughters Clara and Sophia. They will play music from the Classical repertoire.
Ignite Gospel Choir perform on Saturday 17th February. Founded by Keara Sheeran, their performances are always characterised by joyous song and community spirit.
The final two concerts feature outstanding players of Ireland’s national instrument - the harp. Úna ní Fhlannagáin and guests play on Saturday 2nd March. This award-winning harpist is rooted in Irish traditional music but has also collaborated with Grammy-winner Bobby McFerrin, Emmy-winner Fionnuala Flanagan, and jazz legend Anthony Braxton.
The final concert is on Saturday 16th March with Áine Sheridan and guests. Áine is an internationally celebrated musician, who has travelled the world playing the Irish Harp for various dignitaries and royalty.
Doors for each concert are 10.30am with the show at 11am.
Admission is €10 at the door and includes tea/coffee and baked goodies.
The money from each concert will go towards St. Nicholas Schola Cantorum.