Castle Place Tent

Session Spaces: 2RA: Bio: This Session Space has a mix of family friendly workshops, arts activities and of course, music. Get involved in intergenerational storytelling sessions, crafting and a dance party from Anann's Arch. Hear the next generation of musicians at the Children's Trad session and enjoy the musical showcase 'Sessions and Tunes' programmed by Moving on Music. Visitors are invited to join in a collective artwork 'Woven', weaving together colourful fabrics in a celebration of our rich textile history, and later in the week to add their favourite Fleadh memories to ' A Great Day for the Washing'. Full details below. This space is also open for sessions when not programmed. Schedule: Sun 2nd August 10am, 12.15pm and 2pm Croithíní - A Movers and Shakers Workshop and Damhsa d'Anann Party Mon 3rd August 10am and 1pm Scéal sa Spéir - Stories in the Sky 2pm- 4pm Woven Tues 4th August 10am- 4pm Woven Wed 5th August 10am-12pm Woven 12-2pm Children's Trad Trail hosted by Glengormley School of Traditional Music 2pm- 4pm Woven Thurs 6th August 10am-12pm Woven 2pm-7pm Moving On Music Fri 7th August 10am-4pm A Great Day For The Washing-(Ordinary Traditions, Extraordinary Stories) Sat 8th August 10am-4pm A Great Day For The Washing-(Ordinary Traditions, Extraordinary Stories) Sun 9th August 10am-4pm A Great Day For The Washing-(Ordinary Traditions, Extraordinary Stories)

Passing Voices Passing Voices explores the shared energy of public space through interaction, rhythm and collective presence. Dragoș Mușat captures fragments of voices, movement, laughter, conversations and ambient sound from passersby, transforming them into an evolving live composition. Rooted in ideas of connection, participation and cultural exchange, the piece celebrates the city's living atmosphere and the people moving through it. Originally a visual artist, Dragoș Mușat occasionally expands his practice into experimental sound performance and live audio installation. Using microphones, sample looping, digital manipulation and a live speaker setup, audience members become part of the work through their movement and interaction, helping shape an immersive soundscape in real time. By blurring the boundaries between performer, audience and environment, Passing Voices celebrates shared experience, spontaneity and the hidden musicality of everyday life.

Sessions and Tunes Presented by Moving On Music Moving On Music presents Sessions and Tunes, a vibrant traditional music showcase inspired by the spirit of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. Headliners Paddy McKeown, Miadhachlughain O'Donnell and David Lyttle will deliver intimate acoustic performances, Celtic melodies and lively jam sessions that capture the atmosphere of a true Irish music festival night. The event will also feature surprise guest performers, blending classic Irish tunes with fresh improvisations in a warm and welcoming Fleadh-style setting. An Evening of Music & Collaboration From cherished traditional melodies to spontaneous musical conversations, Sessions and Tunes celebrates the creativity, connection and community that lie at the heart of Ireland's musical tradition. Expect outstanding musicianship, memorable performances and the kind of shared musical experience that makes every session unique. An intimate evening of traditional music, collaboration and spontaneous musical magic.