About Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann
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Comhaltas Ceoltóirí ÉireannComhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann Gathering of Musicians of Ireland the largest group involved in the preservation and promotion of Irish traditional music. We’re a non-profit cultural movement with hundreds of local branches throughout Ireland and around the world.
A community and volunteer based organisation, ComhaltasComhaltas Association, gathering, brotherhood has been providing opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds, but especially the young, to enjoy and participate in the traditions of Ireland since 1951.
Fleadh live stream
Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann present live streaming of competitions from the 2025 Fleadh in Wexford.
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Education
Comhaltas delivers 1000s of educational opportunities, classes and programmes including branch classes, SCT graded exams, TTCT teacher training, Scoil ÉigseScoil Éigse An annual week-long school of traditional Irish music, summer schools and more …
Events
FleadhannaFleadhanna Plural of Fleadh, meaning “festivals. (music festivals) take place at County, Provincial, National and International levels, Comhaltas also delivers a wide variety of community events, festivals, summer schools and Féilte which add to the cultural offering and landscape of Irish culture at home and overseas.
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Comhaltas Worldwide
From Australia to Argentina, Japan to Dubai, across 5 continents, Comhaltas is facilitating a tangible connection back to Ireland for many people overseas and is growing Ireland’s cultural potential around the globe.
GaeilgeGaeilge GWAYL-guhThe Irish language
Our native language is a cornerstone of our rich cultural heritage. Comhaltas works with a wide range of bodies to promote the language and encourages its everyday use in all the activities of the movement.
What’s happening at Comhaltas
Calling all branches – The National Draw is back!
Great prizes up for grabs, including first prize of €5,000!!
Raise funds for your branch by selling National Draw Tickets. All prizes are sponsored by Comhaltas headquarters and proceeds from tickets sales remain in the local branch.
To apply for tickets contact: [email protected]
***Closing Date Reminder***
Applications are now open for the Preparatory TTCT Course
The Preparatory TTCT is designed to give foundation skills in teaching Irish traditional music to potential applicants who may not yet have acquired the experience necessary for the TTCT course. This one day course is open to everyone over the age of 16 and is delivered in person at various locations as well as online.
For more information and to apply visit: https://comhaltas.ie/education/ttct-preparatory-course/
✨Music Classes are back ✨
Traditional music classes will soon be resuming in Comhaltas Branches around the world.
To find your nearest branch visit: comhaltas.ie
Bígí Linn!
#Iplaytrad
This annual commemorative and social event is held at Comhaltas` Headquarters, Culturlann na hÉireann, Monkstown, Co. Dublin. The event recalls the musical life and times of the `King of the Pipers`, Leo Rowsome whilst also honouring the recipient of GradamGradam Honour. The name of an annual award given by Comhaltas an Comhalltais.
This year again, as part of the TionólTionól A type of festival of Irish music celebrations, Comhaltas are offering two free piping workshops with two of Ireland`s leading pipers and tutors Tiarnán Ó Duinnchinn and Tim Doyle.
The workshops are for Intermediate and Advanced students only.
Places are limited. For details and to book your place please call Padraig Donlon 087 295 6517.
***Reminder***
Applications are now open for the Preparatory TTCT Course
The Preparatory TTCT is designed to give foundation skills in teaching Irish traditional music to potential applicants who may not yet have acquired the experience necessary for the TTCT course. This one day course is open to everyone over the age of 16 and is delivered in person at various locations as well as online.
For more information and to apply visit: https://comhaltas.ie/education/ttct-preparatory-course/
A week ago today, here are some of the best moments from Wexford last Thursday.
#FleadhCheoilnahÉireann #FleadhCheoilnahÉireann2025 #Comhaltas #Fleadh25
Just like that it is all over, but the memories will stay with us.
Here`s a look back at some of the highlights from the final day of the Fleadh.
#FleadhForAll #Fleadh25 #FleadhCheoilNaHEireann #comhaltas
Congratulations to the Senior CéilíCéilí KAY-leeIrish dance evening Band Winners Glór na dTonn Céilí Band
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