Information for Branch Members

(Please add these to your diary!)

Keeping our branch active and musical is what we’re all about. Whether you are competing, learning, or just looking for a great session, here is what’s coming up for the rest of the term.

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Sunday 19th April

Midland Region Fleadh

• Location: Newman University, Birmingham

• Regional competitions for all ages and instruments. This is a fantastic opportunity to take part and represent our branch. We encourage all students to chat with their teachers about preparing their competition pieces.

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Monday 4th May

Baldock Irish Music Day

• Details: A full day of sessions hosted in various venues across Baldock.

• How to join in: We want a strong branch presence throughout the town! This is a great day to play in an informal setting. As a thank you for contributing to the atmosphere, participating musicians receive a free drink. Grab your instrument and join in the tunes

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Wednesday 27th May

Half-Term Break

• Please note there will be no lessons or scheduled sessions this evening. We look forward to seeing everyone back the following week.

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Wednesday 24th June 

All Britain Concert Performance

• From 8pm this evening, we will have a short informal concert featuring all of our branch members who are heading off to compete at the All Britain Fleadh this weekend. This is a lovely tradition in our branch; it is a great way for the competitors to polish their tunes before the Fleadh and a wonderful opportunity for members who can’t make the trip to see everyone perform.

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Friday 26th – Sunday 28th June

All Britain Fleadh

• Location: Brentwood County High School – London & Southern Area

• The major annual competition for all UK branches. It is a vibrant weekend of music, song, and dance. Even if you aren’t competing, we encourage members to attend to support our qualifiers and enjoy the atmosphere.

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Friday 31st July

Cambridge Folk Festival Session

• Location: Rathmore Club | Time: 7:30pm – Late

• Held in conjunction with the Cambridge Folk Festival, this is a great chance to play alongside visiting musicians. All branch members are encouraged to bring their instruments and join the session.

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2nd – 9th August

All Ireland Fleadh (Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann)

• Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland

• The biggest celebration of Irish traditional culture in the world. If you are planning to travel to Belfast, please let the committee know so we can coordinate a branch meet-up and support our members competing on the world stage.