We are devastated to hear of the passing of Sinéad O'Connor.💔
Her powerful voice, fearless spirit and courage has left a profound mark on us all.
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*****ANNOUNCEMENT*****
National Concert Hall Presents Shane MacGowan 60th Birthday Celebration
On Monday 15th January
@NCH_Music
plays host to this renowned artist on the occasion of his 60th birthday.
We're deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Seán Keane.
A talented musician whose music transcended cultural boundaries & inspired listeners from all over the world.
Our condolences go out to his family & friends during this time.
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*****GIG ANNOUNCEMENT*****
Legendary Cork band Microdisney reconvene after some 30 years to perform their seminal album, The Clock Comes Down the Stairs and more from their back catalogue on 2 June 2018
Ahead of tonight’s show, please note that the
@Damonalbarn
concert will start at 8 pm. Original ticket holders (from the rescheduled dates) have been contacted and have received new tickets for tonight. If you have not received new tickets, please contact info
@nch
.ie.
lot of special days in my life as a musician, 10th of june might top them all. getting 2 play the 1st show back in 🇮🇪 after 18 months of nothingness, i take that so seriously, i'm gonna blow the absolute (imaginary) roof off the Iveagh Gardens!😂❤️
@SorchaRichardsn
@NCH_Music
We are saddened to hear of the passing of guitarist Dennis Cahill.
Dennis was no stranger to our stage, regularly performing with musical partner Martin Hayes & also with trad supergroup The Gloaming.
We extend our sympathies to his family and friends at this sad time
#RIP
We are honoured to announce that singer-songwriter
@christymoore45
and Tuam survivor Peter Mulryan will be joining the line-up for Breaking the Silence tomorrow night.
Read more about Breaking the Silence here:
What a week!
Monday will be very different for us as we welcome
@RTE_NSO
and Choirs to our team AND we also get to welcome so many of our wonderful audience back through the doors again.
We can't wait...!
#reopening
#supportthearts
#itsover
Microdisney pounded the Dublin stage, giving an army of ecstatic die-hards an evening that will be very difficult to forget. Cathal Coughlan prowled menacingly on a night when their album 'The Clock Comes Down the Stairs', was honoured with the NCH/IMRO Trailblazer award!
.
@NCH_Music
today announced Robert Read (
@Readrw1
) as its new Chief Executive. Mr Read who most recently held the position of Managing Director of Kings Place, London will take up his new role as CEO with the NCH on Monday 1st Feb.
Read more
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of her Grammy award-winning, critically acclaimed album Ingénue,
@kdlang
brings her live performances of the platinum-selling record to the NCH on Tues 30th & Wed 31st July
Tickets on sale this Friday 1st March at 10am
Congratulations from everyone here at
@NCH_Music
to
@IrishNatOpera
on their first programme launch today - some wonderful productions to come over the coming year. We're looking forward to the sold-out performance tonight to celebrate this momentous day for opera in Ireland.
***TICKETS FOR SHANE MACGOWAN 60th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS ARE NOW SOLD OUT***
Thank you for your patience this morning - due to the nature of the concert we experienced a high level of demand and very high volumes across phones and website.
On this day, April 13th 1742, one of the most highly regarded pieces of German music, Handel’s “Messiah” was first performed in Dublin at the New Music Hall. Here are ten facts you may not know about “Messiah” :
NCH presents Christy Moore Solo | Sat 19 Sept
Streamed live from
@NCH_Music
across the world in Ireland, UK, Europe, United States & Australia this is
@christymoore45
's first livestream performance for fans around the globe
Tickets €16.50 available NOW
Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to
@philipglass
, born on this day in 1937! 😍 Don't forget The Philip Glass Cocteau Trilogy with Katia Labèque Piano
Marielle Labèque Piano will be coming to the NCH on June 15th!
Tickets available 👇
The National Concert Hall has today announced that Damon Albarn: The Nearer the Fountain, More Pure the Stream Flows planned concerts have been rescheduled to Wednesday the 23rd and Thursday the 24th of February, 2022.
More information is available here:
The National Concert Hall is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of renowned composer, Seóirse Bodley who had a monumental impact on the music and cultural life of Ireland.
We are all deeply saddened to hear of the passing of composer John Kinsella.
A recipient of the NCH Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019, John was Ireland's most prolific symphonist & made a unique contribution to Irish musical life.
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The National Concert Hall and
@GrantThorntonIE
are delighted to confirm that the world's most acclaimed female conductor
@marinalsop
will participate in the award-winning Female Conductor Programme on Thursday, 14th of January.
Read more here:
The last few months have had a huge effect on us all. As we begin taking steps towards normality, we invite you to join us at 8pm this evening for a concert of reflection dedicated to those who have passed away during the Covid-19 crisis.
Next up in the Me & my Instrument series is percussionist Caitríona Frost. In this video, Caitríona shows us all the different types of percussion that can be used in an orchestra, how she became a percussionist and plays us one of her favourite pieces.
Séamus Ó Beaglaoich (1949-2023)
The National Concert Hall is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of acclaimed Irish accordion player and singer Seamus Begley (Séamus Ó Beaglaoich). A giant of traditional music, Seamus leaves behind a rich & extraordinary musical legacy.
We're saddened to hear of the passing of the legendary Tony Bennett, a true icon whose immense talent and charming personality touched the hearts of fans and artists alike.
Our condolences go out to his family & friends during this time.
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The popular contemporary British artist, TV presenter & Turner prize winner Grayson Perry (
@Alan_Measles
) brings his inimitable style, wit & insight to NCH for discussions on ‘cultural divisions’ in the topsy turvy world of Brexit, Trump & more. Tickets on sale Mon 18 June, 10am
The National Concert Hall is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Cathal Coughlan, the much-admired Irish singer/songwriter who was best-known as a solo artist and for his work with Microdisney, Fatima Mansions, and Telefis.
JUST ANNOUNCED Imagining Ireland: 21st Century Song, Sat 3 Feb ft. Paul Noonan, Lisa Hannigan, Saint Sister, Seamus Fogarty, Brian Deady, & many more. Tickets on sale Mon 18 Dec, 10am
Burt Bacharach (May 12, 1928- Feb 8 2023)
RIP to one of the greatest pop songwriters of our time and a performer who wowed us at the NCH in 1997 & again in July 2000, Burt Bacharach.
The National Concert Hall &
@artscouncil_ie
are delighted to that announce Limerick rap & hip-hop artist
@StrangeBoyWha
(aka Jordan Kelly) is this year’s winner of the Liam O'Flynn Award.
We are absolutely thrilled to be presenting a performance in the Iveagh Gardens on June 10th as we welcome the reopening of society & the return to live music. We will announce full details of the event next week
‼️Exciting news for live events in culture and sport
Minister
@cathmartingreen
provides the details on reopenings, including a series of concerts.
More details in the video below.
#ThePathAhead
The NCH has today published research which shows that music is more important to Irish people (86%) when compared with other cultural facets such as books and reading (80%), television (69%), films & cinema (58%), sport (53%) & theatre (29%).
On the occasion of our 40th anniversary, we are thrilled to announce an ambitious programme of concerts as part of our new season titled “Refractions”, celebrating the resumption of concert life.
Full details available here
#refractions
#NCHat40
We are delighted to share this short solo concert by one of the world's most celebrated fiddle players Martin Hayes from his rural retreat in Northern Spain.
The NCH Perspectives Series is sponsored by Davy as Innovation Partner.
5 rooms | 40+ artists | 1 iconic venue
On October 1 & 2, the NCH and
@foggynotions
will host 2 nights of pure ambient, noise & electronic music performed by over 40 artists, including
@0PN
, Caterina Barbieri,
@cobysey
+ more
ON SALE: 8/9/22
Info 👉
The Arts Council and the National Concert Hall are delighted to announce that the recipient of the Liam O’Flynn Award for 2020 is multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer and visual artist Barry Kerr.
What a wonderful night celebrating Cara O'Sullivan! We were delighted to work with our friends in
@rte_co
to ensure this concert happened! Such wonderful work done by
@majellacullagh
& Deirdre O Tuama & their committee & huge thanks to all the fantastic performers tonight!
We will re-open our doors to audiences on Thurs 9th Sept with a performance by the
@ICOrchestra
, the Libra Ensemble &
@FinghinCollins
.
This reopening concert takes place 40 years to the day
@NCH_Music
opened on the 9th Sept 1981.
Tickets on sale now
'I am shocked and heartbroken to hear of the death of Miriam Murphy. We have lost a singer with a unique talent, a singular voice and an irreplaceable personality.'
@fergussheil
, INO Artistic Director.
Full statement here
Tickets are now available for Damon Albarn- The Nearer The Fountain, More Pure The Stream Flows as part of Perspectives, on the 5th & 6th of April, 2021.
Perspectives is sponsored by
@DavyGroup
as Innovation Partner
Tickets are available here:
The day has arrived for the inaugural NCH Female Conductors to give their finale with
@RTE_NSO
this evening after a 10 month programme. A momentous occasion for all involved
@GrantThorntonIE
@BatonAlice
A night which will live long in the memory and a shimmering array of talent which Ireland can be truly proud of.
With the arrangements of
@enabrennan
so beautifully played by the
@crashensemble
, some breathtaking voices stole the breath of a packed, captive NCH audience.
Happy 75th Birthday to the incredible
@NSOrchestraIRL
🥳🎂
Since their first performance
#OnThisDay
in 1948, the NSO has grown into a leading force in symphonic music, bringing joy & magic to audiences all over the world!
Sunday night was special, and it was an honour to host such an emotional evening of tribute to the great Liam O'Flynn.
Here are some of the performers who made the concert such an evening to remember.
#TraditionNow
In partnership with
@artscouncil_ie
We are delighted to announce that the first concert with live audiences since the start of the pandemic by
@jamesvmcmorrow
&
@SorchaRichardsn
this Thursday will be livestreamed from the & NCH YouTube channel
#Competition
time! We have a night in the
@Iveaghgardenhot
and 2 tickets to see Beethoven's Fidelio, presented by
@LyricOperaIre
on Sunday, 23rd Feb up for grabs.
Like and RT this post, and tell us how many operas did Beethoven write? Closes at 3pm Wed, 19th Feb.
#beethoven250
Remembering 'Philip Parris Lynott', singer, musician, and songwriter who passed away
#onthisday
in 1986. We look forward to celebrating his life and work on March 29 when the
@rte_co
brings its Thin Lizzy show to the NCH!
See for more info.
🇪🇺 🇮🇪 What an amazing night celebrating 50 years of Ireland in the EU! Thank you to our wonderful
@NSOrchestraIRL
, conductor David Brophy, the incredible soloists &
#EU50
choir for a spectacular evening!
@EU_Commission
@EPinIreland
"Loneliness isn’t just about being physically alone, it’s also a kind of condition of modern life."
Ep. 3 of our WORDS+IDEAS podcast with
@matthaig1
interviewed by
@NadineORegan
, ahead of his show here on March 28th.
Limited tix: