Franz Liszt (1811-1886) - Le Lugubre Gondola
Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) - Cello Sonata in G minor, Op. 65
Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) - Cello Sonata Op. 36
This year's line-up includes names such as Robert Finley, The Zipheads, Jeffrey Martin, John Blek & The Rats, Dan Stuart, White Horse Guitar Club and many more. Audiences wind their way through the medieval streets sampling the huge range of music in the 30 plus venues, hosting over 40 Irish and international acts, with over 90 ticketed and free shows from early afternoon until late into the night.
There’s a mixture of old and new acts on the free pub gig trail and all styles are catered for, from swing to bluegrass, rockabilly to cajun, folk, blues and beyond.
The State Choir Latvia is one of the world’s most important professional choirs. They have a distinctive sound – the glorious sound of the Latvian choral tradition, characterised by warmth, balance and precision. Along with their Artistic Director and Chief Conductor, Māris Sirmais, they will present a rich programme of Latvian/Baltic music alongside that of Irish composers. This includes Arvo Pärt’s The Deer’s Cry, a setting of the well-known ‘St Patrick’s Breastplate’ commissioned by Louth Contemporary Music Society in 2007.
The White Horse Guitar Club, with 11 men, 11 voices, and 11 guitars, masterfully intertwines roots Americana with an Irish soul. After two sold-out Irish tours in 2023, and accumulating over one million views on YouTube, plus an exclusive invitation from President Michael D. Higgins to perform at Áras an Uachtaráin, the band continues to captivate with their live shows.
Filled with stirring and powerful emotions, the band unveils a treasure trove of songs - reimagined and delivered with pristine authenticity - ensuring each performance is a timeless journey through the heart of their musical narrative.
Step into Watergate Theatre, Parliament Street, Kilkenny on Sat 4 May 2024 and join The White Horse Guitar Club who will play fresh tracks from their upcoming album, along with beloved classics that have solidified their ever-growing fanbase at home and around the globe.
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