2009 line up: NECK, Kila, Doimnic Mac Giolla Bhride, At First Light
The festival is once again bringing the hooley (party) to Oulu, Finland with world class bands: London-Irish 'Psycho-Ceilídh' punk band NECK; the world renowned spectacular Irish/World band Kíla; the highly talented Sean Nós (traditional style) singer/musician Doimnic Mac Giolla Bhríde; and one of the most exciting and talented bands to hit the traditional Irish music scene for many years, At First Light. These artists will deliver high octane, entertaining performances during the festival.
The festival is delighted to be screening Dambé - The Mali Project directed and filmed by Dearbhla Glynn and produced by Vanessa Gildea, both of who are attending the festival. The documentary follows Irish musicians Liam O’Maonlaí and Paddy Keenan as they embark on a musical adventure to Mali, the Heart of Africa. Irish poetry has become a festival highlight and we welcome world renowned Irish poet Michael Longley and highly regarded Irish cultural critic Edna Longley who will both be giving presentations at the festival. The events, featuring music as well as poetry, are sure to build on the success of the previous festival, with the continuing cooperation of Oulu University and the Irish Embassy in Finland.
2009 line up: NECK, Kila, Doimnic Mac Giolla Bhride, At First Light
The festival is once again bringing the hooley (party) to Oulu, Finland with world class bands: London-Irish 'Psycho-Ceilídh' punk band NECK; the world renowned spectacular Irish/World band Kíla; the highly talented Sean Nós (traditional style) singer/musician Doimnic Mac Giolla Bhríde; and one of the most exciting and talented bands to hit the traditional Irish music scene for many years, At First Light. These artists will deliver high octane, entertaining performances during the festival.
The festival is delighted to be screening Dambé - The Mali Project directed and filmed by Dearbhla Glynn and produced by Vanessa Gildea, both of who are attending the festival. The documentary follows Irish musicians Liam O’Maonlaí and Paddy Keenan as they embark on a musical adventure to Mali, the Heart of Africa. Irish poetry has become a festival highlight and we welcome world renowned Irish poet Michael Longley and highly regarded Irish cultural critic Edna Longley who will both be giving presentations at the festival. The events, featuring music as well as poetry, are sure to build on the success of the previous festival, with the continuing cooperation of Oulu University and the Irish Embassy in Finland.
# Posted on September 8th 2009 by cassman