Stories
Charting the journey of strings in Louth
In 2012 Music Generation Louth formed a pilot strings programme to create an opportunity for younger strings musicians in the county to play as part of a group. Through a series of interviews with participants and tutors we chart how the programme has evolved to become one of Louth’s flagship ensembles.
Domhnaill’s story: from trad to synth in South Dublin
South Dublin-based young musician, songwriter and audio engineer Domhnaill Corrigan talks us through his musical journey so far, and how Music Generation has opened up new doors to partnerships, creativity and collaboration
My Music Generation Story: Ciarán Somers
Ciarán Somers is a Music Education Partnership member of Music Generation Carlow, who has been involved in the development of the programme since its origins in 2010 and has witnessed the transformative effect of music education in his community.
My Music Generation Story: Karl Burthom
The first of the Music Generation tutors to be featured in the series is Karl Burthom, who shares with us his work with the young musicians of Music Generation Sligo and what music means to him as a tutor, performer and composer.
My Music Generation Story: Ruairí Callaghan
Next up to tell his Music Generation Story is young musician Ruairí from Sligo. Here Ruairí tells us about his love of the keyboard and why learning music with your family is fun!
My Music Generation Story: Ben Lynott
Young musician Ben Lynott from Mayo opens up about his passion for music production and sound engineering, including his musical plans for the future.
My Music Generation Story: Pierce Joyce
In a new blog entry, composer and musician Pierce Joyce from Carlow tells us about his Music Generation journey, and his next exciting steps exploring composition overseas!
My Music Generation Story: Emma Hynes
Ahead of the Singfest 2017 'Big Sing' and 'Gala Concert' weekend, guest blogger and Singfester Emma Hynes from Offaly tells us a little bit about her Music Generation experience!
My Music Generation Story: Cliona Mahon
Cliona Mahon from Laois tells us about her Music Generation journey so far, including how she first became involved and her trip to Edinburgh to play at an international harp festival!
My Music Generation Story: Jessica Griffey
In this new blog, Jessica Griffey from Wicklow tells us a little bit about her Music Generation journey so far, including how she first became involved and how she came to perform live on the National Concert Hall main stage!