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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 1d

// The Bodhrán’s True Story // bit.ly/4mY48Oq

Cork University Press has recently published 'Beating Time: The Story of the Irish Bodhrán' by Fintan Vallely, a major new study of the instrument with portraits of renowned bodhrán players by Jacques Piraprez Nutan. Tristan Rosenstock reviews.

The Bodhrán’s True Story

Cork University Press has recently published 'Beating Time: The Story of the Irish Bodhrán' by Fintan Vallely, a major new study of the instrument with portraits of renowned bodhrán players by Jacques...

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 3d

// 'This scheme is the envy of the world, and a tremendous achievement for Ireland': Government Commits to Permanent Basic Income for the Arts // bit.ly/3Wts6pW

'This scheme is the envy of the world, and a tremendous achievement for Ireland': Government Commits to Permanent Basic Income for the Arts

Budget 2026: Standstill funding for Arts Council; additional €600k for Comhaltas for 75th anniversary; €1 million for grassroots music venues.

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 4d

// Basic Income for the Arts Public Survey Shows 97% Support for Making it Permanent // bit.ly/4n1rOSk

47% of respondents thought selection should be based on economic need, while 38% said artistic record.

Basic Income for the Arts Public Survey Shows 97% Support for Making it Permanent

47% of respondents thought selection should be based on economic need, while 38% said artistic record.

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 4d

// Celebrating the Emotional Effect of Arvo Pärt's Music // bit.ly/47aRgjo

On 25–27 September, Chamber Choir Ireland celebrated the 90th birthday of Arvo Pärt with three concerts in Galway, Cork and Dublin. Brendan Finan reviews the performance at Newman University Church.

Celebrating the Emotional Effect of Arvo Pärt's Music

On 25–27 September, Chamber Choir Ireland celebrated the 90th birthday of Arvo Pärt with three concerts in Galway, Cork and Dublin. Brendan Finan reviews the latter performance at Newman University Ch...

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 4d

Music Generation South Dublin is seeking a Music Development Officer. Deadline for applications is next Monday 13 October. Full details: bit.ly/4o42ThF #promotion

Music Development Officer for Music Generation South Dublin

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 4d

// Nuance and Range at New Ross Piano Festival // bit.ly/46E8aH1

The 19th edition of the New Ross Piano Festival took place on 24–28 September. Adrian Smith reviews.

Nuance and Range at New Ross Piano Festival

The nineteenth edition of the New Ross Piano Festival in Wexford took place on 24–28 September, featuring Danae Dörken, Daniel Lebhardt, Magdalene Ho, John O’Conor, Shunta Morimoto, Finghin Collins, D...

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 10d

// Probably Untrustworthy Thoughts // bit.ly/3IL8cUh

From 15 October to 1 November, Ireland's new dance company Luail will tour 'Dancehall', with choreography by Emma Martin and music by Andrew Hamilton. Here, the composer reflects on the creation of the work.

Probably Untrustworthy Thoughts

From 15 October to 1 November, Ireland's new dance company Luail will tour 'Dancehall', with choreography by Emma Martin and music by Andrew Hamilton. Here, the composer reflects on the creation of th...

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 10d

// RuthAnne Publishes New Book on Songwriting and the Music Industry // bit.ly/471ht3H

An event to mark the publication of 'It’s Not Just a Song' will take place at Chapters Bookstore in Dublin on 16 October.

RuthAnne Publishes New Book on Songwriting and the Music Industry

An event to mark the publication of 'It’s Not Just a Song' will take place at Chapters Bookstore in Dublin on 16 October.

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 11d

// Stiúideo Cuan Announces 2025 Artists in Residence // bit.ly/3IOv9WD

Mairéad Ní Fhlatharta, Diarmuid de Faoite, Máire Holmes and Toner Quinn will take part in Stiúideo Cuan’s 2025 residency, presenting weekly public events in An Spidéal from 2 October to December with free admission.

Stiúideo Cuan Announces 2025 Artists in Residence

Mairéad Ní Fhlatharta, Diarmuid de Faoite, Máire Holmes and Toner Quinn will take part in Stiúideo Cuan’s 2025 residency, presenting weekly public events in An Spidéal from 2 October to December with ...

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 11d

Chineke! Orchestra celebrate their 10th anniversary at the NCH tomorrow evening, Tues 30 September, at 8pm. Soloists include Sheku Kanneh-Mason, (cello) and Isata Kanneh-Mason (piano) and the programme includes Coleridge-Taylor, Beethoven and Errollyn Wallen. Find out more: bit.ly/4no7o6L #promotion

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 15d

The 2025 Frank Maher Classical Music Awards are now open for submissions from sixth-year post-primary students who play string, woodwind, brass or piano. The deadline is Friday 3 October and competition night is 24 October. Find out more: bit.ly/48yp4ba #promotion

Call for Submissions: Frank Maher Classical Music Awards 2025

Top Teen Talent Sought for €5,000 Classical Music Prize

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 15d

// Outdoing Each Other in Nastiness // bit.ly/46EJgpy

Opera Collective Ireland presented Errollyn Wallen's 'Cautionary Tales for Children' in Dublin, Meath and Louth from 17 to 21 September. Brendan Finan reviews the performance at Solstice Arts Centre.

Outdoing Each Other in Nastiness

Opera Collective Ireland presented Errollyn Wallen's 'Cautionary Tales for Children' in Dublin, Meath and Louth from 17 to 21 September. Brendan Finan reviews the performance at Solstice Arts Centre.

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 15d

UK contemporary music group Plus Minus Ensemble will perform works by Jessie Marino, Bernhard Lang and Sean Clancy – and will be joined by special guest Ultan O’Brien – next Wednesday 1 October at Whelan’s in Dublin. Full details: bit.ly/4nTEKKS

Plus Minus Ensemble with special guest Ultan O'Brien

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 15d

// Why are Accomplished Irish Composers Applying for Composer Lab? // bit.ly/4gHuHWO

Why are Accomplished Irish Composers Applying for Composer Lab?

Composer Lab – a professional development scheme providing composers with the opportunity to write for National Symphony Orchestra Ireland – is now in its eighth year, but it should not be a replaceme...

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 15d

Sing Ireland is currently seeking applications for three roles:

Creative Director – Irish Youth Choir (14–17 year olds)

Creative Director – Irish Youth Choir (18–28 year olds);

Creative Director – International Choral Conducting Summer School

Find out more: bit.ly/4gKQ6OO #promotion

The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 17d

// Lunny's Genius // bit.ly/3KCd4eM

'In Time – Dónal Lunny', a new documentary on the influential musician, written and directed by Nuala O'Connor, was recently screened in Galway, Cork and Dublin. Adrian Scahill reviews.

Lunny's Genius

'In Time – Dónal Lunny', a new documentary on the influential musician, written and directed by Nuala O'Connor, was recently screened in Galway, Cork and Dublin. Adrian Scahill reviews.

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 17d

// New Cost-Benefit Analysis Finds Basic Income for the Arts Produced €100m in Social and Economic Benefits // bit.ly/4nATcaV

Report states that for every €1 of public money invested in the pilot, society received €1.39 in return.

New Cost-Benefit Analysis Finds Basic Income for the Arts Produced €100m in Social and Economic Benefits

Report states that for every €1 of public money invested in the pilot, society received €1.39 in return.

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 17d

// This Week's Concerts, Festivals & Upcoming Deadlines (22–28 September 2025) // bit.ly/4pCHYnw

A guide to this week’s events and job and funding deadlines, from Monday to Sunday.

This Week's Concerts, Festivals & Upcoming Deadlines (22–28 September 2025)

A guide to this week’s events and job and funding deadlines, from Monday to Sunday.

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 19d

The Royal Irish Academy of Music is seeking a Music Therapy Teacher for a temporary contract. Deadline for applications is this Friday 26 September. Find out more: bit.ly/46tOW5t #promotion

Music Therapy Teacher (Temporary Contract)

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 24d

// This Week's Concerts, Festivals & Upcoming Deadlines (16–21 September 2025) //
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A guide to this week’s events and job and funding deadlines, from Tuesday to Sunday.

This Week's Concerts, Festivals & Upcoming Deadlines (16–21 September 2025)

A guide to this week’s events and job and funding deadlines, from Tuesday to Sunday.

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 24d

// The Journal of Music Publishes Irish and UK Music Media Directories // bit.ly/42hLZ71

Directories are online and free to readers.

The Journal of Music Publishes Irish and UK Music Media Directories

Directories are online and free to readers.

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 25d

We have created an Irish Music Media Directory for our readers, including websites, publications, radio shows, podcasts, television shows and video channels. Find out more here: journalofmusic.com/page/irish-m...

The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 29d

// Music for Galway 2025/26 Season to Feature Stile Antico, Daniel Lebhardt, Wigmore Soloists and National Symphony Orchestra // bit.ly/3V9CEtV

Programme also includes Irish National Opera singers, Gavan Ring and Fiachra Garvey, Hard Rain Soloist Ensemble and Finghin Collins.

Music for Galway 2025/26 Season to Feature Stile Antico, Daniel Lebhardt, Wigmore Soloists and National Symphony Orchestra

Programme also includes Irish National Opera singers, Gavan Ring and Fiachra Garvey, Hard Rain Soloist Ensemble and Finghin Collins.

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The Journal of Music @journalofmusic.bsky.social · 29d

// More Than the Song, More Than the Tune // bit.ly/3V9BUVF

The third Seán Corcoran Series took place in Drogheda last weekend and featured Róis, Muireann Ní Shé, Macdara Yeates, Edwina Guckian, Niamh Keady-Tabbal and Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin. Brendan Finan reviews.

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Dr Laura Watson @lauracwatson.bsky.social · Sep 9

Don't normally publish twice in two weeks, let alone on the same topic, but happy to share another piece on Sinéad O'Connor. My review of a new essay collection is free to read in
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. #spéirghorm #womeninmusic #musicology #sineadoconnor

Sinéad and the Writers She Inspired

A new book, 'Nothing Compares to You: What Sinéad O’Connor Means to Us', edited by Sonya Huber and Martha Bayne, brings together 25 essays inspired by the singer. Laura Watson reviews.

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