Sligo Info

The programme explores some of the peripheral areas of baroque music – but not with just a dry musicological interest, some really wonderful music that will be new to many. The music of Georg Muffat is one focal point. In many ways it laid the foundations for German music in the 18th century with its fusion of both Italian and French styles, and definitely too rarely finds its way into concert programmes. All of Muffat’s Armonico Tributo suites will be performed by the exciting young Polish ensemble Arte dei Suonatori. They will end the festival performing Telemann’s Polish suites/concertos with one of the most successful young Irish baroque specialists, recorder player Kate Hearne.

The Lissadell Fringe Festival is being hosted to showcase the best talent that Sligo has to offer, from talented local musicians to artists and acts from all over Ireland.

The Sony Ericsson Temple House Music and Arts festival is an eclectic micro music festival which promises to be a little bit different…

Wonder and excitement will fill the streets of Sligo again this year on the 24th of September, transforming the town into a cultural wonderland for Sligo’s second Culture Night.

The Coleman Traditional Irish Music Centre is a celebration of Irish Music, Culture and Heritage as expressed in the South Sligo Style of music played by Michael Coleman and other musicians of his time.