Chords and Timbre, Reeds and Strings

Five outstanding Irish musicians – Matt Molloy, Maighread Ní Dhomhnaill, Paddy Glackin, Derek Hickey, and Mike McGoldrick – are set to be embraced by a string ensemble of the finest orchestral players on the island, performing in one of Dublin’s most iconic venues.

St. Patrick’s Cathedral will also be the backdrop for readings of Seamus Heaney poetry by Oscar-nominated actor Stephen Rea, accompanied by the TradFest Chamber Orchestra, with music arranged, composed and directed by Neil Martin.

Part of TradFest 2026

Readers are advised to check with the organiser before relying on the details published here.