Drogheda International Classical Music Series

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Booking: 041 9833946 | Online: www.droichead.com | Facebook: www.facebook.com/DICMS To join the DICMS database please contact 041 9833946 or dicms@droichead.com Opening hours: Tues- Sat 10am - 5pm


Introduction The re-establishment of the Drogheda International Classical Music Series aims to provide local audiences with a platform to see and hear the best of National and International musicians. As the setting for this series, Drogheda will continue to be an important hub for classical music, highlighting its most beautiful cultural venues and buildings. The programme is focused on mainstream classical repertoire combining the popular with the unfamiliar and performed by both distinguished and lesser-known but equally talented musicians. This Series aims to complement the work of the existing Classical music initiatives in Co. Louth supporting the development of new audiences and continued appreciation. We hope you can enjoy the diverse work we have on offer this season.

Pauline Ashwood Artistic Advisor

Concerts October 12th | Rich Sonorities Internationally acclaimed cellist, Marc Coppey joins one of Ireland’s most successful pianists, Finghin Collins, for an evening of sumptuous music including the virtuosic Bach Sonata No.2 and Rachmaninov’s beautiful Vocalise. Venue: St Peter’s Church of Ireland Time: 7.30pm Tickets: €18/€15 conc

November 16th | Drogheda 600th Concert To commemorate the 600th anniversary of the unification of Drogheda, MERGE brings the RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, members of the Lourdes and Drogheda brass bands and a specially formed community choir together for a unique performance. Commissioned by Drogheda Borough Council for the Drogheda Unification 600th Anniversary funded by the Department of Environment and Local Government Percent for Art Scheme. Venue: St. Peter’s Catholic Church, West Street, Drogheda Time: 7.30pm Tickets: €15, €10 and a family ticket of €30


December 14th | A Christmas Celebration Celebrated Irish soprano Virginia Kerr returns to Drogheda for an evening of operatic and seasonal favourites, including ‘I dreamt I dwelt in Marble halls’ and ‘Oh Holy Night’. Virginia will be joined by local up and coming baritone, Seán Óg Boylan. This is the ideal concert to start your Christmas. Venue: St Peter’s Church of Ireland Time: 7.30pm Ticket: €18/€15 conc

January 25th | A Little Night Music One of Ireland’s most exciting young chamber ensembles, the Royal Irish Academy of Music Chamber Orchestra will make its first visit to Drogheda to perform a sublime concert including Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. Venue: Droichead Arts Centre, Stockwell Street Time: 7.30pm Ticket: €18/€15 conc

February 15th | Love in the Air Local violinist, Tadhg Murphy and Australian-born pianist Lance Coburn perform a programme of the ultimate romantic violin repertoire including the glorious Romance from the Gadfly Suite and Brahms’ breath-taking Violin Sonata No. 1. Venue: Augustinian Church, Shop Street Time: 7.30pm Tickets: €18/€15 conc


March 21st | BBC Singers String Chamber Orchestra including Con Tempo String Quartet Fergus Sheil (conductor) A rare opportunity to see and hear the BBC Singers, together with string chamber orchestra conducted by Fergus Sheil, performing a number of solemn works including James MacMillan’s glorious and meditative Seven Last Words from the Cross. Venue: St Peter’s Church of Ireland Time: 8pm Tickets: €20/€16 conc

Box Office Concession tickets are available for Senior Citizens, Students and the Unemployed. There is a no reservation policy. In person: Droichead Arts Centre on Stockwell Street, beside the Library, Tues - Sat 10am - 5pm Booking: 041 9833946 | Online: www.droichead.com | Facebook: facebook.com/DICMS Parking: We depend on the town’s public car parks and street parking. We recommend you plan to arrive 20 minutes before a performance to allow sufficient time to find a parking space. Database: If you wish to be included on the Drogheda International Classical Music Series database and kept informed about upcoming concerts please email dicms@droichead.com or contact Carol Ann Brodigan on 041 9875140.

Artistic Committee Pauline Ashwood | Sean Faulkner | Áine Nic An Ríogh | Tadhg Murphy | Marcella Bannon Associates: Fergus Shiel I Gavin O’Sullivan We would like to express a special thanks to Gillian Shiel, Rev. Graham and the Vestry of St. Peter’s Church of Ireland; Fr. Iggy O’Donovan of the Augustinian Church and Monsignor Carroll , St. Peters RC for allowing us host the concerts in their wonderful buildings. We’d also like to thank the Arts Council for their generous support.

Telephone: 041 9833946 Online: www.droichead.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DICMS


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