Music Network 2025 Spring Touring Season
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This Spring we’re delighted to share high octane folk and traditional music, captivating classical performances and endlessly inventive jazz with you. Our new season brings together some of the most extraordinary talent both here in Ireland and internationally, in celebration of the power of live music to connect artists and audiences.
In 2024 we collaborated with 24 partners and venues to deliver live music to 20 counties through our National Touring Programme. We also presented 7 new commissions by Irish composers and provided access to musical instruments for almost 8,000 people through our Music Capital Scheme. Our many programmes underscore our commitment to making high quality live music accessible to communities throughout Ireland, helping musicians to develop fulfilling careers and fostering creativity and participation at every level of music-making.
We are especially proud of the new initiatives we’ve introduced in the past year, among them our first residency specifically for a professional musician with Autism, delivered in partnership with St. John’s Theatre and Arts Centre in Listowel. We also launched the Music Network National Instrument Collection, a transformative resource providing exceptional emerging classical players with access to world class instruments to support their artistic and career ambitions. This collection is a vital investment in Ireland’s musical future, and one we are eager to expand in the years ahead.
In 2026 we will celebrate Music Network’s 40th anniversary, and reflect on the impact we’ve made over four decades. Since our foundation by the Arts Council in 1986, we have continued to bring concerts to every corner of Ireland and beyond, and to evolve and expand our programmes. In 1995, we commissioned our first
new work by an Irish composer, and looking back today, we’ve commissioned 108 Irish and Ireland-based composers, resulting in 92 new works and over 850 minutes of original music.
In 2011 we launched Music Generation, The National Music Education Programme, after running a decade-long campaign for equal access to music education for every child in Ireland. Today, Music Generation delivers over 490,000 hours of tuition, creating 100,000 opportunities for our children and young people, every year.
As we step into 2025, we are thrilled to continue to bring you the very best of live music in a season brimming with exceptional artistry. Whether your heart beats faster at the soaring beauty of classical music, the improvisational spirit of jazz, or the soulful resonance of traditional and folk music, we are confident you’ll find a Music Network concert to inspire and delight.
We extend our gratitude to The Arts Council, our Friends and supporters, and everyone who has attended or participated in a Music Network event. Your support enables us to continue to bring exceptional, affordable live music to communities across the country, foster sustainable careers for musicians and create opportunities for all to connect through music.
I hope you enjoy this new season of music, and look forward to welcoming you to a Music Network event very soon.
Sharon Rollston, Music Network CEO
On tour 11 – 23 February
Galway, Limerick, Dublin, Kildare, Roscommon, Clare, Wexford, Cork and Kerry
Tickets from €15 - 25 (booking fees may apply)
Music Network kicks off 2025 with a celebration of the very best of Irish traditional music.
11 February, 8pm
Clifden Arts Society at Station House Theatre, Clifden, Co. Galway
12 February, 8pm Lime Tree | Belltable, O'Connell Street, Limerick
13 February, 8pm Pavilion Theatre, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
14 February, 8pm
This exciting tour brings together four of Ireland’s most celebrated traditional musicians: Derek Hickey, TG4 Gradam Ceoil 2024 Musician of the Year, Liz and Yvonne Kane (The Kane Sisters), TG4 Gradam Ceoil 2024 Group of the Year, and Macdara Ó Faoláin, TG4 Gradam Ceoil 2024 Young Musician of the Year.
Prepare to be captivated by their exceptional artistry and musicianship, as each performer infuses their unique style, deeply rooted in their musical heritage, into this extraordinary collaboration.
Join us for an unforgettable evening with four of Ireland’s finest live in concert. Simply put, you won’t hear better exponents of our traditional music.
Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge, Co. Kildare
15 February, 7.30pm
King House Boyle, Co. Roscommon
16 February, 3pm glór, Ennis, Co. Clare
18 February, 7.30pm
Music Network at The Sugar Club, Dublin
19 February, 7.30pm
Jerome Hynes Theatre, National Opera House, Wexford
20 February, 8pm Triskel Christchurch, Cork
21 February, 8pm Ionad Cultúrtha, Baile Mhúirne, Co. Cork
22 February, 8pm
St. John's Theatre and Arts Centre, Listowel, Co. Kerry
23 February, 8pm Éigse na Brídeoige at St. Micheal's Church, Waterville, Co. Kerry
Derek Hickey, Liz & Yvonne Kane and Macdara Ó Faoláin
Yukine Kuroki
On tour 7 – 16 March
Sligo, Cork, Offaly, Down, Dublin, Waterford, Westmeath and Kilkenny
Tickets from €5 - 28 (booking fees may apply)
Music Network presents Yukine Kuroki.
Join us this March for a series of intimate performances featuring works by Liszt, Debussy, Stravinsky and Rachmaninoff at venues across the country.
A phenomenal pianist who has quickly risen to international acclaim, Yukine was winner of both the Liszt Utrecht and Dublin International Piano Competitions in 2022, and her artistry has enchanted audiences worldwide.
Starting piano at just 3 years old and performing with her first orchestra at the age of 7, Yukine has been conquering hearts ever since, gracing stages with prestigious orchestras across the world. Her 2024/2025 debuts include performances at Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall and the Verbier Festival among others.
Described by Janina Fialkowska as “a true poet at the piano,” Yukine brings her exceptional talent to Music Network’s Spring concert season.
Yukine Kuroki
piano Dates / Venues
7 March, 7.30pm Con Brio, The Model, The Mall, Sligo
8 March, 7.30pm Cork Orchestral Society at MTU Cork School of Music, Cork
9 March, 3pm West Cork Music at St. Brendan's Church, Bantry, Co. Cork
11 March, 8pm Esker Arts Centre, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
12 March, 7.30pm Music Network at Freemasons Hall, Dublin
13 March, 7:30pm Newry Chamber Music at Warrenpoint Town Hall, Warrenpoint, Co. Down
14 March, 7.30pm Waterford Music at The Garden Room, Medieval Museum, Waterford
15 March, 7pm Derravaragh Music Association at Tullynally Castle, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath
16 March, 3pm Music in Kilkenny at Thomastown Concert Hall, Co. Kilkenny
On tour 5 – 13 April
Kildare, Dublin, Galway, Clare, Wexford and Waterford
Tickets from €5 - 25
(booking fees may apply)
Music Network presents rising star of the international music scene
Plínio Fernandes.
Born and raised in São Paulo, Plínio blends the tradition of classical guitar with the rich, rhythmic vibrancy of Brazilian folk music.
Known for his mesmerising performances and versatility, his playing ranges from the delicate works of Bach to the exuberance of Brazilian melodies, delivering each with heart and expressive brilliance.
An exclusive Decca Gold recording artist, Plínio’s debut album Saudade topped the Billboard Traditional Classical Albums Chart and he is a regular collaborator with highly acclaimed artists such as Lang Lang and Sheku Kanneh-Mason. He has performed in concert halls around the world, including renowned venues such as London’s Royal Albert Hall and Radio City Music Hall in New York and made his BBC Proms debut in 2024.
Join us for an enthralling performance by this exceptionally talented artist this April.
Plínio Fernandes guitar
Dates / Venues
5 April, 7pm
Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge, Co. Kildare
6 April, 3pm
Music Network at the Freemasons Hall, Dublin
8 April, 8pm
Clifden Arts Society at Station House Theatre, Clifden, Co. Galway
9 April, 8pm
glór, Ennis, Co. Clare
10 April, 7.30pm
Jerome Hynes Theatre at National Opera House, Wexford
11 April, 7.30pm
Waterford Music at The Garden Room, Medieval Museum, Waterford
13 April, 3pm
Pavilion Theatre, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
Plinío Fernandes
Nicholas William accordion / flute / voice
Pascal Gemme fiddle / mandolin / foot percussion / voice
Yann Falquet guitar / jaw harp / voice
Genticorum
On tour 7 – 18 May
Dublin, Cork, Kerry, Galway, Sligo, Donegal, Derry, Armagh and Antrim
Tickets from €12 - 25 (booking fees may apply)
Music Network presents multi-awardwinning folk ensemble Genticorum.
Dates / Venues
7 May, 7.30pm
Music Network at The Sugar Club, Dublin
9 May, 8:30pm
Baltimore Fiddle Fair at Fiddle Fair Marquee, Baltimore, Co. Cork
10 May, 8pm
Ionad Cultúrtha, Baile Mhúirne, Co. Cork
11 May, 8pm
Winners of Ensemble of the Year at the 2024 Canadian Folk Music Awards, Genticorum are celebrated as being among the foremost champions of Québécois traditional music. Their unique blend of lively, foot-stomping energy, masterful musicianship and captivating stage presence has won them fans worldwide.
This dynamic trio weaves together intricate melodies of fiddle, flute and accordion, underpinned by the rhythmic drive of foot percussion and the rich tones of acoustic guitar, while their gorgeous vocal harmonies reinforce their status as “one of the tightest units on the planet” (Roots World).
Don’t miss this rare chance to witness an unforgettable evening with Genticorum—an exhilarating journey into the heart of Québécois folk music.
Éigse na Brídeoige at St. Micheal's Church, Waterville, Co. Kerry
13 May, 8pm
Clifden Arts Society at Station House Theatre, Clifden, Co. Galwa
14 May, 8pm
Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo
15 May, 8pm
Regional Cultural Centre, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
16 May, 8pm
An Coire, Co. Derry
17 May, 8pm
Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh
18 May, 7pm
Moving on Music at The Duncairn, Belfast
On tour 4 – 13 June
Donegal, Sligo, Roscommon, Wicklow, Dublin, Kerry, Cork and Kildare
Tickets from €12 - 25
(booking fees may apply)
Our spring season comes to a thrilling close with the outstanding saxophonist Emma Rawicz performing with her exceptional quartet featuring Ivo Neame, Kevin Glasgowand Asaf Sirkis.
Described by Jamie Cullum as "an astonishing talent" and praised by BBC3 as “the name on everyone’s lips,” Emma has swiftly become a rising star on the international music scene.
At just 19, Emma released her critically acclaimed debut album Incantation, launching a UK tour that featured headline performances at renowned venues such as Ronnie Scott's and the Jazz Cafe. Her latest album, CHROMA, released on the ACT label, was selected as The Guardian’s Album of the Month and has earned her further international recognition.
A multi-award winning saxophonist and composer, Emma was recently selected as a BBC New Generation Artist and is known for her daring compositions and electrifying live shows.
Don’t miss this chance to witness one of jazz’s most exciting young talents as she brings her bold, genre-defying style to Irish audiences in an unforgettable concert this June.
Emma Rawicz saxophone
Ivo Neame piano
Kevin Glasgow bass
Asaf Sirkis drums
Dates / Venues
4 June, 8pm
Regional Cultural Centre, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
5 June, 8pm
Sligo Jazz Project at Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo
6 June, 8pm
Roscommon Arts Centre, Circular Road, Roscommon
7 June, 8pm Courthouse Arts Centre, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow
10 June, 7.30pm
Music Network at The Sugar Club, Dublin
11 June, 8pm
St. John's Theatre and Arts Centre, Listowel, Co. Kerry
12 June, 8pm
Triskel Christchurch, Cork
13 June, 8pm Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge, Co. Kildare
Rawicz Emma
DUBLIN Deals
See more for less with our earlybird booking.
Book any Music Network city centre concert before 15 January and save 20%. Earlybird tickets are available to book online now.
Our Dublin Deals are valid for the following concerts:
Derek Hickey, Liz & Yvonne Kane and Macdara Ó Faoláin
Tuesday 18 Feb - 7:30pm
The Sugar Club
Yukine Kuroki
Wednesday 12 Mar - 7:30pm
The Freemasons' Hall, Molesworth Street
Plínio Fernandes
Sunday 6 Apr - 3pm
The Freemasons' Hall, Molesworth Street
Genticorum
Wednesday 7 May - 7:30pm
The Sugar Club
Emma Rawicz
Tuesday 10 Jun - 7:30pm
The Sugar Club
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Choose from a diverse selection of intimate and inspirational classical, jazz and traditional music concerts featuring the very best Irish and international musicians.
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