Music Generation Musicians Join U2 for 50th Anniversary Performance at Mount Temple
32 young Music Generation musicians representing every county in Ireland took the stage with U2 to mark the band's 50th Anniversary on 25th September 2026.
Image: Michael O'Rourke
A lot can happen in a year! As 2018 draws to a close and festive spirit sets in we're thrilled to reflect on what has been another truly extraordinary year of music-making for Music Generation partnerships across Ireland.
It would be almost impossible to capture every magic moment of the past 12 months on camera. Friendships have been forged, ideas brought to life, new skills practiced and mastered. There have been moments of triumph, behind the door of a classroom, community hub or rehearsal space, as well as on grand stages in Ireland and overseas. Partners, parents, tutors and Music Generation teams have once again shown how incredible possibilities can be realised through their drive, commitment and innovation. There has been a whole lot of fun - and of course, there has been music.
Scroll through a small selection of shots that reflect the Music Generation 2018 year in pictures below...
