Tribute concert in Limerick village to honour founding Comhaltas member
EXCITEMENT is building for what promises to be an occasion to remember this Sunday when the communities of Cappamore, Murroe and surrounding areas, along with musicians from near and far will gather to pay tribute to and celebrate two significant events.
The Comhaltas branch based in Cappamore is marking 50 years since it’s foundation and also honouring one of the founding members, Peig Ryan, who is in her 100th year.
Both are two remarkable milestones. Originally known as Craobh Maigh Rua - An Cheapach Mhór, the branch was recently renamed to credit its longest standing teacher and founder; Craobh Pheig Uí Riain.
The commitment to preserve and teach traditional music was important to Peig and her late husband Mick. This passion drew interest from all around county Limerick and beyond county borders.
In honour of the rich tradition Peig and Mick created, the concert features a host of world class musicians, local students beginning on their musical journey and of most distinction Peig’s own family and friends.
The committee is delighted to confirm Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, of trad band Danu and RTÉ fame, as MC for the event and she will be joined by her dad Fergie and uncle Mike on stage.
The concert showcases current students, teachers present and past, and features renowned traditional musicians Mick, Louise and Michelle Mulcahy from Abbeyfeale, box player Bobby Gardiner, Limerick native uilleann piper Mickey Dunne, box player Domhnall de Barra, percussionist Tommy Hayes, founding member of Stockton's Wing, The Moloney family from Cappamore, singing sisters Aedin and Orfhlaith Ní Bhriain, Murty and Noel Ryan Newport, Eamonn Moloney and the Newport connection, Mícheál Ó Riabhaigh and the “Pa McGrath House Band” from Boher and Seán O’Sé, the original “Poc ar Buile” and Seán Ó Riada’s Ceoltóirí Chualann and harpist Mary Kelly.
Branch members from years gone by will take a stroll down memory lane and reform the Séisiún group which entertained so many appreciative audiences.
The tribute concert takes place in Cappamore Community Centre, this Sunday, January 15, starting at 2pm.
Entry at the door, €10 per adult (no charge for children).