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 2024 Fleadh in Wexford.
Latest news
Guinness World Record Attempt 2025
This year’s attempt will be for the largest CéilíCéilí KAY-leeIrish dance evening Band playing together…
Lúnasa Headlines The Irish Festival of Oulu (Finland)
Organised by the Oulu Comhaltas Branch in Finland, the 18th Irish Festival…
Nuacht 55 Now Available
Download our latest edition of Nuacht on the link below to keep…
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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.
And further…
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
Brendan McAleer, the Diaspora and International Development Officer for Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann met today with Kirill Solovjov, founder of Irish Trad Estonia at Comhaltas Headquarters to discuss furthering connections between Comhaltas and Irish traditional music across Estonia.
Senior Céilí Band Competition
Sunday 10th August 2025 @ 6:00pm
TICKETS NOW ON SALE @
fleadhcheoil.ie/event/senior-ceili-band-competition-2025/
Bígí Linn the Comhaltas SeisiúnSeisiún An informal gathering of Irish musicians for the purpose of playing music. Also refers to a summer stage programme of Comhaltas. experience this Summer.
The Comhaltas 2025 National Seisiún Programme provides a unique and authentic Irish traditional entertainment experience in 45 venues throughout Ireland this summer.
For more details on dates and venues visit:
https://comhaltas.ie/event/summer-seisiun/
Global Comhaltas – Brasil
Thank you to @comhaltasbrasil for sharing footage from their recent Féile 2025, featuring sessions, workshops, and performances of Irish music and dance.
We love seeing how our traditions are celebrated around the world.
Did you know that we have Comhaltas branches in 22 Countries?
To find your nearest branch visit: https://comhaltas.ie/ways-to-take-part/branch-listings/ or if you are interested in starting a new branch email: [email protected]
Bígí Linn!
It’s a Fleadh-filled weekend, with celebrations of Irish music, dance and singing taking place in Clare, Fermanagh and Tokyo.
Whether you’re an artist, competitor or simply there to soak up the wonderful atmosphere, have a fantastic weekend full of music, celebration and community spirit!
#comhaltas #fleadhcheoil #fleadh
Féile Japan 2025 is here!
Don`t miss this unique gathering of artists and musicians coming together to perform a festival of Irish traditional music and dance. #Féilejapan #CCÉ #irishdiaspora #irishtraditionalmusic
Where will this weekend take you?
Check out our events guide at https://comhaltas.ie/events/ to find the very best of traditional music, song and dance.
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