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2025 Castleconnell Autumn Concert Series brings world-class classical music to local audiences
2025 Castleconnell Autumn Concert Series will open on August 26, withJohn Walsh, David Power, and Marja Gaynor. Photo screengrab via Masters of Tradition Youtube
The 2025 Castleconnell Autumn Concert Series programme unveils an eclectic mix of classical music
Limerick City and County Council is proud to unveil an exciting and eclectic programme for this year’s Castleconnell Autumn Concert Series, continuing the tradition of bringing world-class classical music to local audiences in a unique and intimate setting.
Presented by RTÉ Lyric FM and Opera Workshop’s Shirley Keane, from All Saints Church, this year’s diverse offering promises to delight.
The series will open on August 26th when John Walsh, David Power, and Marja Gaynor will perform a programme featuring their own arrangements of traditional Irish tunes, Flamenco and Contemporary music, as well as music from the Baroque period and the 19th century.
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Beth McNinch (viola,) known for her ability to craft compelling programmes that balance classical favourites with lesser-known gems and Lance Coburn(piano), who has been the recipient of many first prizes, including the Hephizibah Menuhin Scholarship, the inaugural Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition and the Australian Young Performers’ Award, will delight in September.
October presents Ailbhe McDonagh and John O’ Connor with works from Beethoven to Schumann, while Solas Quartet will close out the season in November.
Mayor of Limerick, John Moran commented, “This event is a cherished part of our cultural calendar in Limerick and as always, it’ll be a celebration of creativity, community and connection. The arts always bring us together in Limerick, and it is a valuable part of our identity. I’m really looking forward to this year’s series and to seeing Castleconnell come alive with music and artistic expression.”
Príomh Chomhairleoir, Cllr Catherine Slattery added, “It is great to see this fabulous concert series returning every year to Castleconnell, delivering an accessible cultural experience, beautifully staged in the atmospheric All Saints Church. It is a treat for classical music lovers and a great introduction to the genre for casual music fans.”
Etain McCooey, Arts Officer, Limerick City and County Council, is looking forward to this year’s series, “We have a wonderful programme of music for this year’s series in the beautiful All Saints Church in Castleconnell. Our aim in presenting these concerts is to give the people of Limerick the opportunity to enjoy live classical music, performed by highly skilled musicians at a beautiful venue that is both intimate and local.”
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