Clifden hots up

MUSIC NEWS: One of the longest-running arts festivals in Ireland will celebrate its 34th year next month.

MUSIC NEWS:One of the longest-running arts festivals in Ireland will celebrate its 34th year next month.

The Clifden Community Arts Festival will take place in Connemara on September 15th-25th. This year’s highlights include the Irish Chamber Orchestra performing with Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill, the Alan Kelly Gang performing with Eddi Reader. clifdenartsweek.ie

Lauren Murphy

Lauren Murphy

Lauren Murphy is a freelance journalist and broadcaster. She writes about music and the arts for The Irish Times