Sligo Info

30/07/2010 -

Coleman Traditional Festival 2010

The Coleman Traditional Irish Music Centre is a celebration of Irish Music, Culture and Heritage as expressed in the South Sligo Style of music played by Michael Coleman and other musicians of his time. This community based enterprise in Gurteen, Co.Sligo, Ireland is dedicated to ensuring that the tradition of Irish music remains a living one 'an traidisiún beo' and that it continues to be enjoyed by all ages and nationalities.

Programme of Events

Friday, August 27th

Official Opening followed by traditional music show
featuring Peter Horan, Gerry Harrington, Ollie Ross, Harry McGowan & local musicians at 9pm

Saturday, August 28th

The Davey Family from Swinford in concert at 9pm

Sunday, August 29th

Ceili with ‘Swallows Tail Ceili Band’ at 10pm

Additional Events

Fiddle competitions – Saturday, August 28th at 2pm
Prizes:
- 15-18
  1st-€100
  2nd-€75
  3rd-€50
- 12-15
  1st-€75
  2nd-€50
  3rd-€30
- U-12
  1st-€50
  2nd -€30
  3rd-€20

Memorial Mass at 3pm – Coleman Cottage, Mountirwin followed by music session

Enquiries & futher information: Phone +353(0)71 9182599 +353(0)71 9182599 or email info@colemanirishmusic.com