Name: Celebrating Traditions of Music: ICTMD Ireland 20th Anniversary Concert
Start: 2025-03-07T18:00:00Z
End: 2025-03-07T19:30:00Z
Location: All Hallows Chapel, All Hallows Campus, DCU, Gracepark Road, Drumcondra,

Celebrating Traditions of Music: ICTMD Ireland 20th Anniversary Concert

Dr. Marie-Louise Bowe

The International Council for Traditions of Music and Dance (ICTMD) presents an evening of music from Ireland, Ghana, Peru and India.

All Hallows Chapel, All Hallows Campus, DCU, Gracepark Road, Drumcondra,

Join us, The International Council for Traditions of Music &amp; Dance (ICTMD) for a special concert celebrating intersections of music traditions from Ireland, Ghana, Peru and India with performances from DCU Faculty, the Irish Institute of Music and Song (IIMS) Ensemble, the Rodrigo Almonte Andean Jazz Ensemble, and Indian Classical musician Sruthi Ravali.Programme OverviewDCU Faculty and Friends: Irish Traditional MusicCelebrate the richness of Irish traditional and contemporary music with performances by DCU faculty members Dr. Síle Denvir (vocals/harp), Dr. Francis Ward (piano), Dr. Marie-Louise Bowe (fiddle/viola), Dr. Robert Harvey (flute), and Róisín Nic Athlaoich (viola); alongside special guests Martin O’Connell (button accordion), Ciara Cavanagh (violin), and Mary Barnecutt (cello).The performance includes the soulful sean-nós song Eileanóir a Rún, the opening track of Síle Denvir’s critically acclaimed album Anamnesis, and Francis Ward’s The Flight of the Wild Geese, the fourth and final movement from the poetico-musical suite, Cuimhnigh ar Sarsfield: The Wild Geese Suite, arranged for traditional instruments and strings. The program also showcases lively contemporary dance tunes by master composers Paddy O’Brien and Charlie Lennon, blending tradition and innovation in a celebration of Ireland’s musical heritage.IIMS Ensemble: Afro-Irish Soundscape PerformanceExplore the vibrant fusion of Afro-Irish instrumental music, where rich traditions from Africa and Ireland come together in a dynamic cultural dialogue. This collaboration highlights unique rhythms, melodies, and instruments, creating a captivating soundscape that celebrates diversity and shared heritage. Discover how contemporary artists from the Irish Institute of Music and Song, Balbriggan blend their backgrounds, fostering connection and creativity while showcasing the beauty of their intertwined histories. Join Dr. John Nutekpor (percussion), Nial Preston (bodhran) and Ciara Dunbar (violin) on a journey through this inspiring musical landscape, where every note tells a story of unity and cultural exchange.Sruthi Ravali: Indian Classical MusicSruthi Ravali is an accomplished singer, violinist, composer and educator. Driven by aesthetics and bhaava (emotion), her music is an expression of artistic sensibilities which strike a chord with listeners beyond the barriers of language and culture. Her forward-thinking outlook and collaborative approach in music establishes her as a virtuoso in various genres. ICTMD Ireland is grateful for the support of the Ireland India Institute at DCU.Rodrigo Almonte Andean Jazz EnsembleRodrigo Almonte’s Andean Jazz ensemble is a project that delves into the rich musical traditions of the Peruvian Andes, exploring compositions that have withstood the passage of time and continue to shape Andean cultural identity. This trio blends traditional Andean music with contemporary improvisation, reimagining ancient melodies through the lens of a modern jazz ensemble. The repertoire includes pieces discovered during Almonte’s ethnographic fieldwork in the Andes, as well as original compositions inspired by the region’s deep musical heritage. This ensemble captures the essence of Andean rhythms, timbres, and storytelling, bridging past and present through an innovative musical dialogue. Line up includes Rodrigo Almonte (guitar), Aidan Gray (acoustic double bass) and Dr. Matthew Jacobson (drums).

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