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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 AshwoodArtistic Advisor

ConcertsOctober 12th | Rich SonoritiesInternationally 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 IrelandTime: 7.30pmTickets: €18/€15 conc

November 16th | Drogheda 600th ConcertTo 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 Anniversaryfunded by the Department of Environment and Local Government Percent for Art Scheme.

Venue: St. Peter’s Catholic Church, West Street, DroghedaTime: 7.30pmTickets: €15, €10 and a family ticket of €30

December 14th | A Christmas CelebrationCelebrated 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 IrelandTime: 7.30pmTicket: €18/€15 conc

January 25th | A Little Night MusicOne of Ireland’s most exciting young chamber ensembles, the Royal Irish Academy ofMusic Chamber Orchestra will make its first visit to Drogheda to perform a sublime concertincluding Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik.

Venue: Droichead Arts Centre, Stockwell StreetTime: 7.30pmTicket: €18/€15 conc

February 15th | Love in the AirLocal violinist, Tadhg Murphy and Australian-born pianist Lance Coburn perform aprogramme of the ultimate romantic violin repertoire including the glorious Romance fromthe Gadfly Suite and Brahms’ breath-taking Violin Sonata No. 1.

Venue: Augustinian Church, Shop StreetTime: 7.30pmTickets: €18/€15 conc

March 21st | BBC Singers

String Chamber Orchestra including Con Tempo String QuartetFergus Sheil (conductor)

A rare opportunity to see and hear the BBC Singers, together with string chamber orchestraconducted by Fergus Sheil, performing a number of solemn works including JamesMacMillan’s glorious and meditative Seven Last Words from the Cross.

Venue: St Peter’s Church of IrelandTime: 8pmTickets: €20/€16 conc

Box OfficeConcession 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 - 5pmBooking: 041 9833946 | Online: www.droichead.com | Facebook: facebook.com/DICMSParking: We depend on the town’s public car parks and street parking. We recommend youplan to arrive 20 minutes before a performance to allow sufficient time to find a parkingspace.Database: If you wish to be included on the Drogheda International Classical Music Seriesdatabase and kept informed about upcoming concerts please email dicms@droichead.comor contact Carol Ann Brodigan on 041 9875140.

Artistic CommitteePauline Ashwood | Sean Faulkner | Áine Nic An Ríogh | Tadhg Murphy | Marcella BannonAssociates: Fergus Shiel I Gavin O’SullivanWe 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.

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