Upcoming concerts
A Family Christmas
Sunday 21st December 3pm
What's on the program?
Step into a world of sparkle, warmth, and festive wonder at A Family Christmas, taking place on Sunday, 21st December. This heart-warming holiday celebration gathers an extraordinary ensemble of internationally acclaimed musicians.
Created with families in mind, A Family Christmas invites audiences of all ages to share in an evening of pure seasonal delight. Expect world-class music wrapped in warmth, storytelling, and timeless melodies—an unforgettable Christmas experience that will leave every heart glowing a little brighter.
On the programme:
Santa Clause is coming to town
Winter Wonderland
All I want for Christmas is you
Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire
The Prayer
Nessum Dorma
Cinema Paradiso
Fairytale of New York
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Oh Holy Night
We`re Walking in the Air
Home Alone
Directions to St. Canices's Church HERE
New Year's Eve Gala
Wednesday 31st 8pm
What's on the program?
Welcome the new year with warmth, joy, and a touch of magic at Kilkenny City’s New Year’s Eve Gala Concert, a beautiful celebration perfect for families and music lovers of all ages. This heart-lifting evening features an extraordinary gathering of some of Ireland’s most cherished musicians alongside a String Orchestra of Ireland's leading string players.
Featuring:
Patrick Rafter Violinist
Laura Aherne Soprano
Claire O Donnell Harpist
Chamber Orchestra:
Rachel Du Violin
Istvan Barnacz Violin
Myn Fitzpatrick Violin
Cillian O' Breachain Violin
Katherine Veeckman Viola
Iona Adams Viola
Jayden Lamcellari Cello
Fillip Szkopek Cello
On the Programme:
Vivaldi: Winter
Massenet: Meditation
Nigel Hess: Ladies in Lavender
Balfe: I Dreamt I dwelt in Marble Halls
Rossini: Arpa Gentil
Puccini: O Mio Babbino Caro
Bach: Double Violin Concerto - largo
Handel/Halvorssen: Passacaglia
Part: Speigel um Spiegel
Wexford Carol
Traditional: The Coolin
Silent Night. arranged for violin, harp, soprano and strings