The Keane family from Caherlistrane; Matt, Sean, Orlaith and Laura Keane take to the stage for the first big concert of 2020. They will be joined by musicians Derek Hickey, Maria Fahy, Meadhbh O’Neill, Colm Naughton, Caoimhe Ni Flaharta, Pat Coyne, Catherine McHugh and the Hernon Family from Carna.
The Christmas Concerts at the Claregalway Hotel are a special night out as they are one of the rare occasions when the brothers perform together. The atmosphere is always warm and relaxed, a time to unwind and be entertained.
This year’s Compere is again the one and only Michael Commins, well known for his late night radio shows on Mid West FM, his country music column in the Farmers Journal and a great friend of the Keane Family.
The Hernon Family from Carna in Connemara make a welcome return this year. They are well known for their rich, vibrant music and sean-nos dancing. Marcus Hernon is a renowned Flute player, composer, and performer. He will be joined by his two very talented sons Prionsias and Brendan and their cousin Labhras Hernon, a beautiful accompanist on keyboard and piano.
Meadhbh O’Neill and Caoimhe Ni Flaharta appear for their first time at the Claregalway Concerts. They are of tender years but are already accomplished musicians, capturing several titles at County, Connacht and All Ireland Fleadhanna as well as taking part in Oireachtas na Samhna, members of West Coast Grupa Ceoil, Trad in the West and Roundstone Irish Nights. They play several instruments, not to mention Sean Nos dancing.
The Claregalway Hotel is a beautiful homely venue, where Nora and Paul Gill and their staff have a special welcome for guests and concert patrons alike. The hotel has easy access and lots of parking available. Why not arrive early and relax in the bar before the concert.
These concerts always prove a real treat and make ideal Christmas gifts, so spoil yourself or someone close to you to an evening of music, songs and craic at The Claregalway Hotel. You won’t be disappointed!
Concerts are Friday 3rd and Sat 4th January 2020.
Doors open at 8.00 pm and the Concert begins at 8.30 pm sharp.
Tickets cost €25 and are on sale in the Claregalway Hotel 091 738300 and
Quinn’s Shop, Bishop Street, Tuam 093 26060
