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Ard Ollamh Award

Belfast City Hall - Gig Rig · Belfast City Hall, Belfast

Wednesday 5 August · 6:30pm

Ard-Ollamh Award

The Ard-Ollamh Award is the highest honour bestowed by Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (CCÉ) at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, recognising a lifetime of exceptional dedication to Irish traditional music, song, dance and culture.

Awarded to individuals whose work has made a profound and lasting impact on the traditional arts, the Ard-Ollamh celebrates those who have devoted their lives to preserving, nurturing and advancing Ireland's rich cultural heritage. Recipients are recognised not only for their artistic excellence, but also for their commitment to teaching, mentoring and inspiring future generations.

This prestigious award acknowledges a lifetime of achievement and service, honouring individuals whose contributions have helped shape and enrich the world of traditional Irish music and culture for audiences both at home and around the globe.

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