Welcome to the website of the Cambridge branch of
Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann.
(meaning “Society of the musicians of Ireland“)
Established in 1992 we hold weekly Irish music lessons in the heart of the University city of Cambridge. We are a friendly and inclusive family oriented group of musicians dedicated to promoting the heritage of Irish music, song and dance in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire and beyond. We strive to bring together a community of all ages together to learn, share and experience the music and culture of Ireland.
Irish music lessons and beginner session Wednesday evenings at The Rathmore Club, Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge.
Affordable lessons for children and adults on tin whistle, fiddle, concertina, flute, bodhrán, mandolin, banjo and button accordion.
Beginners and improvers session at 9pm.
A Day of Music and Community: Learn to Play Day at Cambridge Comhaltas.
On Sunday, 13th October, the Rathmore Club in Cambridge came alive with the sounds of Irish traditional music as we hosted our first Learn to Play Day. This event was part of the... READ MORE
Learn to Play Day – Sunday 13th October – The Rathmore Club
Join us at the Rathmore Club on Sunday, 13th October, from 14:00 to 16:00 for Learn to Play Day, part of the UK charity Music for All’s flagship annual event. This free event,... READ MORE
Cambridge Comhaltas at Cambridge Folk Festival 2024
Wow, what an amazing weekend at Cambridge Folk Festival! A huge thank you to everyone who joined our music sessions on Friday. It was wonderful to see so many of our younger members... READ MORE
Summer Break – Lessons Resume Weds 11th Sept 2024
We are currently on our summer break at Cambridge Comhaltas, but we’re excited to announce that lessons will resume on Wednesday 11th September 2024. Enjoy your summer, and we look forward to seeing... READ MORE
Cambridge Folk Festival – Friday 26th July 2024
We’re gearing up for the fabulous Cambridge Folk Festival this weekend and are excited for a strong representation from Cambridge Comhaltas! Join us for two music sessions hosted by our members on Friday... READ MORE
Cambridge Stroke Group
Today, some of our members played tunes and songs for the Cambridge Stroke Group at their weekly get-together at Shelford Rugby Club. The audience loved the music, with many clapping, singing along, and... READ MORE