FleadhFest Competition 2021
4 Feb 2021
Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann is calling on solo qualifiers to Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2019 to take part in FleadhFest competition 2021. FleadhFest 2021 promises to be one of the most interesting and comprehensive cultural responses to COVID-19 nationwide and among the Irish diaspora. The initial stage of this competition will be online. All entrants shall submit videos and adjudicators shall ... More »
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A Song for Nora and Pat
11 Jan 2021
A Song for Nora and Pat In recent years, the traditional Irish music world has mourned the passing of musical legends Nora Butler Swan and her husband Pat Swan. Both Nora and Pat were known internationally for their contribution and grá for music and the Irish culture. Nora has been described as one of the leading lights of traditional Irish ... More »
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COMHALTAS COVID-19 UPDATE LEVEl 5
21 Oct 2020
As of midnight Wednesday 21st October all counties in the Republic of Ireland will be moved to Level 5 of the Medium-Term Plan for Living with Covid-19. As an organisation we have consistently acted with what has been in the best interest of all concerned, with particular consideration given to the safety of all our members and the wider general ... More »
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Level 3 Restrictions
6 Oct 2020
As of midnight Tuesday 6th October all counties in the Republic of Ireland will be moved to Level 3 of the Medium-Term Plan for Living with Covid-19. As an organisation Comhaltas have been adhering to the guidelines issued by Government. We are now asking all units to suspend indoor activities for the next three weeks. By doing so we will ... More »
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Join in with Fleadh 2020
6 Aug 2020
Fleadh 2020 This year Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann was due to take place in Mullingar with over 500,000 people from Ireland and around the world travelling to the Irish midlands for the biggest traditional Irish Music festival in the world. This year’s festival has been postponed but TG4 will be broadcasting 4 nights of the best Traditional music with the ... More »
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NEWSFLASH - Virtual Fleadh
4 Aug 2020
The following is exciting news from RTÉ – We can’t fleadh like it’s 1999…. The world has changed after all. But that won’t stop us channeling the epic energy of Irish traditional music at its finest. At home, on stage, on your favourite landmark (careful now) just share your flair using #RTÉFleadhFíorúil or #RTÉVirtualFleadh and we’ll do the rest. And ... More »
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COVID-19 UPDATE
29 Jun 2020
Brú Ború remains closed to the public at present. We are constantly monitoring the situation and following Government guidelines. We look forward to reopening in the not too distant future when it is safe to do so. For queries & information, please contact Tel: 062 61122 Email: info@bruboru.ie or Consult our website: www.bruboru.ie Take care and be safe. More »
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Nora Butler special Céilí House
13 Jun 2020
Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann invite you to tune into a tribute to the late great Nora Butler “Tipperary’s Queen of Song” broadcasting on RTÉ Raidió 1 - Céilí House this coming Saturday evening 13th June at 9.02 pm presented by Kieran Hanrahan. We in Comhaltas take this time following her passing to come together to remember and honour her legacy. 'Nora’s ... More »
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The death has occurred of NORA BUTLER SWAN
4 May 2020
After a short illness on May 3rd 2020. Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Pat and parents Ned & Mary. Deeply regretted by her loving sister Mary (Hartnett). Extended family relatives, cousins, neighbours and many friends and her dear colleagues in Comhaltas Ceoltóiri Éireann. May Nora Rest In Peace. Due to Goverment advice regarding public gatherings a private family funeral mass ... More »
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Online Music programme for Comhaltas students
30 Mar 2020
Starting Monday 30th March Comhaltas will launch an online site for all students of traditional Irish music at all levels to learn repertoire. The material used for this programme is taken from and guided by the varying levels of the SCT exam syllabus. The levels are 1. Elementary Cycle, 2. Grade 1-5 and 3. Grade 6-8. This online site will ... More »
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Monthly Music Seisiún
6 Mar 2020
Craobh Caiseal Mumhan monthly music seisiún in the Brú Ború Teach Ceoil on Friday 6th March from 7:30pm. We encourage musicians of all ages and abilities to come and partake in this fun night of music and song. All are welcome and admission is free. More »
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Singing Circle
3 Mar 2020
SINGING CIRCLE IN BRÚ BORÚ TUESDAY 3rd MARCH @ 9P.M. ALL ARE WELCOME. ADMISSION FREE. More »
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Seán Ó Riada Gold Medal final
7 Feb 2020
Fifteen flute and whistle players in Seán Ó Riada Gold Medal final Top class flute and whistle players from across the country will compete in the final for the Seán Ó Riada Gold Medal in the Rochestown Park Hotel in Cork on Friday 7 February, and the event will be broadcast live on RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta. There will be ... More »
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PLÉARACHA & SCORAÍOCHT – ALL IRELAND FINALS 2020
25 Jan 2020
PLÉARACHA & SCORAÍOCHT – ALL IRELAND FINALS 2020 These will take place in Brú Ború on Saturday 25th January. The Pléaracha & Scoraíocht competitions are a highlight of the year in Brú Ború with fantastic talent from branches all over the country vying for the coveted All Ireland tiles. Program starts at 10:30a.m. CEAD ISTEACH: €6 & €3 (DAOINE ÓGA) More »
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Peadar Ó Riada to broadcast 1000th programme
10 Jan 2020
Broadcaster and musician Peadar Ó Riada to broadcast 1000th programme This Friday 10 January, broadcaster, composer and musician Peadar Ó Riada will broadcast the one thousandth episode of his traditional music programme Cuireadh chun Ceoil on RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta at 7 pm. Peadar will be joined by his good friend, legendary singer Seán Ó Sé, for this very special ... More »
