The Irish Institute of Music & Song is delighted to celebrate Fingal Inclusion Week. Join us along with some of the IIMS ensembles & special guest Liam Winnett for an evening of Afro/Irish Music
Join us for a celebration of the bodhrán at the Irish Institute of Music & Song, with our brand new ‘Scapegoats’ Bodhrán Festival on November 4th.
Featuring workshop and session opportunities for bodhrán players of all ages and abaaalities, our inaugural 1-day festival will provide opportunities to learn from two of Ireland’s finest bodhrán players - Niall Preston and Brian Morrissey.
Don’t miss out, its going to be the G.O.A.T!
The Irish Institute of Music & Song is delighted to celebrate Lá na Cruite | Harp Day.
Join us on October 21st for a lunchtime recital of harp music! Featuring performances by leading harp players Dr Helen Lawlor and Aoibheann Galvin, as well as students of the IIMS, this event will mark the official launch of the newly established IIMS Harp Ensemble.
The Irish Institute of Music & Song is delighted to celebrate Black History Month - 'Let's Celebrate Together' Concert.
Black History Month is celebrated around the world to acknowledge the contributions of African descends in the diaspora.
Join TOSHIN, Melissa Okoye, The IIMS Gabla Ensemble & The Afro Star Dancers with their original works through music, dance and spoken words to commemorate Black History Month
Enjoy a night of fun, toe-tapping tunes with one of Britian’s top Barbershop choruses and special guests.
British Champion chorus, Hallmark of Harmony embark on their Irish Tour this October to commemorate their 45th year. This all-male acappella chorus specialise in fun pop tunes and uplifting ballads sure to win your heart.
The chorus will be joined by Irish Champion Quartet, Lady Barbalade, fresh from their adventures at the World Championships in the USA, and by other special guests during the night.
The Irish Institute of Music and Song Campus has expanded since last year, and is now host to Ireland's newest, and most state of the art concert hall - “The Lark”. On the night we will welcome our guests at the entrance to the new building, and show them around this fantastic new facility for Balbriggan. Additionally, "The Square" will feature a selection of film previews throughout the evening on Friday September 22nd - It is expected to be a wonderful series of events.
Come and join us for this free event where we put together a pop song in just one rehearsal. Meet new friends, develop your voice and have fun! This event is open to everyone from age 12 to 16, no experience is necessary.
Immerse Yourself in Celtic Melodies at the first ever Celtic World Forum Grammy nominated, Irish singer Eabha McMahon will host this 3-Day Forum at The Irish Institute of Music & Song comprising a mix of talks, panels, workshops and masterclasses all connected to the world of Irish Traditional, Folk and Celtic Music, followed each evening by specially created concerts bringing together the ultimate in Celtic entertainment.
For full forum details + concert tickets - Please visit the Celtic Forum Website
The Lughnasa Sessions @ The IIMS - An end of summer celebration of traditional and folk music
As part of The Lughnasa Sessions - The IIMS are proud to welcome Oisín Mac Diarmada, Paul Finn, Samantha Harvey to The IIMS.
Date - Sunday August 27th
Time - 1 PM
Location - The Square @ The Irish Institute of Music & Song
Ticket Price - €17.50 - Single Ticket or Family of 4 @ €50.
The Lughnasa Sessions @ The IIMS - An end of summer celebration of traditional and folk music.
Date - Saturday August 26th
Time - 10AM - 12PM
Location - The Irish Institute of Music & Song
The Lughnasa Sessions @ The IIMS - An end of summer celebration of traditional and folk music
As part of The Lughnasa Sessions - The IIMS are proud to welcome Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, Donal O Connor & Gerry O Beirne to The IIMS.
Date - Friday August 25th
Time - 8PM
Location - The Square @ The Irish Institute of Music @ Song
Ticket Price - €22.50
LOVE + DEATH
On Sunday AUGUST 13th, we will hold a dramatic recital taking us on a journey exploring love, passion and death by one of Ireland's biggest Opera stars Orla Boylan and one of the UK’s leading Opera performers & vocal coaches James Platt. Expect to witness a powerful performance in an intimate setting at the Irish Institute of Music & Song.
Date – Sunday, 13th August
Time - 1 PM
Location - The Irish Institute of Music & Song
Ticket Price - €24.95
Delve into the mind of a musician. This talk is for amateurs, professionals, educators and people fascinated by the power of music. Enjoy a special talk with professor Lynn Helding Professor of Practice in Voice & Vocal Pedagogy at USC’s Thornton School of Music in Los Angeles and Author of THE MUSICIAN’S MIND.
Afterwards there will be a special roundtable discussion with world renowned author and lecturer Janice Chapman (Australia + U.K) who wrote the book ‘Singing & Teaching Singing’ (SATS), alongside opera and classical voice training experts James Platt (U.K) and Andy Follin (U.K).
Date- Saturday, August 12th
Time- 7pm
Location- Irish Institute of Music & Song
Tickets- €14.95
The International Songwriting Retreat, unique in Ireland, offers songwriters the chance to explore and hone their songwriting skills, under the expert mentorship of our international team - RuthAnne - Maria Christensen - Rob Wells & Shridhar Solanki.
As part of the retreat The IIMS will host a final showcase - See upcoming stars from around the world showcase their talent. During the showcase, the International Songwriting Retreat Attendees will perform songs and arrangements they wrote during the Retreat.
Date - Sunday July 30th
Time - 8PM
Location - The Irish Institute of Music & Song
Tickets - €5
On Sunday, 30 July, Gypsy Jazz featuring top artists Drazen Derek & Oleg Ponomarev are back again for what’s set to be one of the most amazing performance this year.
This is a show not to be missed!
Date – Sunday, 30th July
Time - 1 PM
Location - The Irish Institute of Music & Song
Ticket Price - €14.95
Group of 4 Tickets: €39.50
As part of the Irish Institute of Music & Song’s (IIMS) International Songwriting Retreat, why not join us across 4 fascinating guest speaker evening events in the intimate setting of The Square on the IIMS campus in Balbriggan, Co. Dublin, to get a rare and detailed insight into the world of a professional musician.
The Irish Institute of Music & Song will host The European Shakuhachi Summer School from July 20th - July 23rd.
As part of this they will host an open concert on Friday July 21st @ 7:45PM in The Square @ The IIMS.
Experience the sound of Japan with The Japanese Shakuhachi, Performers on the night include Riley Lee & Naoko Kikuchi.
Admission is FREE how ever ticket reservation is advised.
All the way from Wisconsin USA, The Irish Institute of Music & Song are proud to welcome the Wausau Lyric Choir.
Date - Friday July 7th
Time - 8:00 PM
Location - St George’s Church, Balbriggan
Tickets - Admission is FREE - However Booking Is Essential
Join us on Tuesday July 4th for a celebration of wonderful choral music.
Date - Tuesday July 4th
Time - 7:00 PM
Location - St George’s Church, Balbriggan
Tickets - Admission is FREE - However Booking Is Essential.
David Rovics, the American Singer, Songwriter & Storyteller, is coming to the Irish Institute of Music & Song in Balbriggan for a Live Kids Concert.
Date - Sunday June 18th
Venue - The Square @ The IIMS
Time - 2:00PM
Ticket Price - Tickets €12.50 Each (Including Adults & Children) or €37.50 for a Family of 4. Children Aged 2 & Under go Free.
The IIMS are delighted to welcome the The Grand Rapids Youth Chorus from Michigan USA.
The Grand Rapids Youth Chorus is a choral organisation for young people which seeks to promote excellence in singing and appreciation of music from all around the world.
On the night - The IIMS Gabla Ensemble will also perform.
Date - Saturday June 17th
Time - 7:00 PM
Location - St George’s Church Balbriggan
Admission is FREE, However Ticket Reservation Is Essential.
One of America’s top college choirs, the Lehigh University Choir comes to North County Dublin as part of their 2023 Irish Tour. They will be joined by Ireland’s leading college choir, Maynooth University Chamber Singers (Choir of the World, 2015) for a very special evening of choral music.
Location - St Patrick’s Church,Skerries
Time - 7:30PM
Admission - €12.50
The Irish Institute of Music & Song welcomes The American Festival Choir
Date - Monday May 29th
Time - 7:30 PM
Location - The Riasc Centre, Swords K67 PX85
Tickets - Admission is FREE - However Booking Is Essential.
The Irish Institute of Music & Song in celebration of Africa Day are delighted to host this wonderful event of African Food & Culture.
Join us @ The LaLa Cafe & Restaurant for an African themed BBQ & Music followed by The Afro-Irish Concert.
Time : 5PM
Location : LaLa Cafe & Restaurant.
Come and experience authentic African Music, Dance & Jazz Fusion with Blema Cultural Troupe and the Afro-Irish Global Jazz Band.
Location - The Square @ The IIMS
Time - 8PM
Ticket - €15
Join us in celebration of Africa Day The IIMS will host an African Percussion Song & Dance workshop lead by the wonderful Dr John Nutekpor. This workshop is open to ALL members of the public
Date - Friday May 26th
Time - 13:00PM
Location - Square @ The IIMS.
Admission is FREE - However Booking Is Essential.
The Irish Institute of Music & Song proudly invites Buena Vista Concert Choir to Balbriggan. Join us for a wonderful evening of classical & contemporary pieces under the wonderful direction of Christopher Phelan.
On the night, local choirs Cór Fingal & Balrothery Heritage Singers will also join for this wonderful collaborative event.
Date - Monday May 22nd
Time - 7:30PM
Location - St George’s Church, Balbriggan
Admission is FREE, However ticket reservation is essential.
This is your opportunity to experience multi-platinum selling American singer Curtis Stigers up close and personal @ The Irish Institute of Music & Song.
Venue: Square @ The Irish Institute of Music & Song
Time: 7.30PM
Cost: €45
In association with Craobh na Mara CCÉ Balbriggan, we are proud to announce a performance by two of Ireland's most gifted traditional musicians and singers, Síle Denvir and Barry Kerr, at IIMS as part of the Dublin Fleadh Cheoil.
The Irish Institute of Music & Song welcomes The New England Fiddlers & Friends community choir all the way from New England in the US.
Venue: St Peter’s & Paul’s Church
Time : 7PM
Admission is FREE - Tickets Reservations Essential
The Tadhg Leahy Quartet are a guitar quartet playing original instrumental music which features a heavy emphasis on improvisation.
This music equally takes influence from modern jazz and rock, moving from heavy groove based tunes influenced by “Wayne Krantz” to more contemporary jazz compositions taking influence from “Julian Lage” and “Bill Frisell”.
