The

"Cup of Tae"

TRADITIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL
ARDARA Co. DONEGAL


Feile Ceoil Tradisiunta Ard an Ratha  

De hAoine 1u, 2u, 3u agus 4u la de Mi na Bealtaine, 2009.

Ard An Ratha, Condae Dhun na nGall.


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"Cup of Tae" Festival 2009 (May Bank Holiday Week-end)
In 2009, the Committee will be honouring  famous Donegal Fiddler (An Beirneach) from Glencolmcille
at a Star Studded Concert on the opening night of the Festival. 

The Concert in honour of James Byrne starts at 8.00 p.m. in Heritage Centre on 1st May, 2009.

O what a line up of Irelands best musicians as of 17th March, 2009.  The following have confirmed that they will be performing at this Special Opening Concert where all proceeds go to James family.

 Zoe Conway & John McIntyre, Danny Meehan, Martin McGinley, Seamus Gibson, Martin Tourish, Michael Sweeney & Denise Boyle, Paddy, Seamus & Kevin Glackin, Roisin McGroary, The Campbell of Glenties, Paddy O Rourke, Ian Smith, The Byrne Family and many more friends and guests.  Not yet confirmed is Tommy Peoples and Dermot Byrne.

So, you can see that this is a night you just cant miss if you ever want to
honour and respect the lat great James Byrne.

Friday 1st May, 2009.

7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. in Ardara Heritage Centre
Registration for Summer School of Music
Fidil, Feadóg Mór, Giotáir, Feadóg Stáin, Bosca Ceoil, Piáno agus Amhránaíocht.

Fee:
Adult       €60.00
Children:  €30.00

Family rates available
Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced Students catered for.

All Star Opening Concert

Honouring our Special Guest the late great James Byrne

Organised in conjunction with his family and friends.
This is a most special event as we honour one of Donegals greatest who has been
a key factor in the success of the “Cup of Tae” Festival since its inception.

Friends from all over Ireland will come and join in a great night in Jamess’ memory
and in support of his family.  We hope this Concert gets the support it deserves.  Come early.

Doors open 8.00 p.m. (Performance starts 8.30 p.m.)


Traditional Music free in all Pubs every night (see Posters).

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Saturday 2nd May, 2009.

9.00 a.m. - 10.00 a.m. - Final Registration
Flute, Whistle, Accordian, Concertina in Community Centre
Guitar and Fiddle in St Mary's National School
Piano in Woodhill House
Singing in Heritage Centre

Class Times: 10.00 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m.
at above mentioned Venues

Expected Teachers and Guests include: Tara Connaghan, Teresa Kavanagh, Trudy O Donnell, Veronica Keyes, Jenna Reed, Ian Smith, Donna Harkin, Shane Bracken, Deirdre Bonner, The Campbells, The O’Rourkes, Trevor Hunter, Edel McLaughlin, Tom Byrne, Michael Carey, Michael Gallanagh, Martin Tourish Mattie McGranaghan and Edel McLaughlin.

We are pleased to welcome the All Ireland Accordian Champion Edel McLaughlin

Upstairs in the Corner House 12 noon to 2.00 p.m.


Breezy Willow - Storytelling and Cooking Session for children up to 12 years.
A Show highly popular and not to be missed

Heritage Centre at 1.00 p.m.

Free Recital with top musicians

Open Air Recitals - 3.00 p.m. to  5.00 p.m. (Weather permitting)

Open Air Musical Recitals with top Musicians in Ireland
Recitals at: The Diamond/Heritage Centre (Packie Manus Byrne Corner)
The Green House (Josie "The Post" Corner)
Teagues West End (John "The Tae" Corner)

Teagues Bar

Family & friends in the company of the man himself John “the tae” Gallagher will be in residence in Teagues during Saturday..

Musical Town Trail – 4.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.

Famous local Musicians will visit each Venue in town to allow visitors hear an indigenous group perform.

Heritage Centre at 6.00 p.m.

A top fiddler will show how to blend music and song
Suitable for fiddle players wishing to be part of a singing group

Upstairs in the Corner House

The Packie Manus Byrne Concert.
An evening of story, song, dance, recitation and craic.
The famous 91 year old Packie is joined by friends from home and abroad for a wonderful evening.

Free Irish Music in all Pubs in Town (see Posters)

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Sunday 3rd May, 2009.

10.00 a.m. - 12.30 p.m Music Classes continue
2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m. Music Classes complete

Open Air Recitals - 3.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. (Weather permitting)

Open Air Musical Recitals with top Musicians in Ireland
Recitals at: The Diamond/Heritage Centre (Packie Manus Byrne Spot)
The Green House (Josie "The Post" Corner)
Teagues West End (John "The Tae" Corner)


Upstairs in the Corner House at 6.00 p.m.

The Breezie Willow Concert
At this special Concert Breezie will launch her tribute to Percy French and Delia Murphy.
These are people special to her.  A Show not to be missed.  Come early.  Limited Seating.

Finale Concert in the Nesbitt Arms Hotel at 8.30 p.m.

The John “the tae” Concert is always a special event.
This year Matt McGranaghan will call on his many friends to partake in this wonderful Concert.  A must for lovers of great music.  Come early.


The Concert will also feature an array of young talent from the Community.  A special feature this year will be the performance of the top visiting musicians and teachers from the Schools of Music.  The highlight will be the attendance of John "the tae" Gallagher.   Friends from home and abroad will join Packie Manus Byrne as they bring our Concert to a close.

The "Cup of Tae" is the name of an Irish Reel.  Our Festival is in honour of a renowned Player John "the tae" Gallagher (generations of his family before him made 'taes' on Fair Days and other days of local importance) hence the name of the Festival.

Free Irish Music in all Pubs in Town (see Posters)

Monday 4th May, 2009.


A selection of Sessions will take place at all key venues at 12 Noon


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