Ceol na Sióg with Gráinne Holland
The fairies are inviting you to visit the magical world around us: the natural world. You’ll find them among the flowers, hiding in tops of the trees, in the shade of the full moon or under the waves. The fairies are waiting to share their magical songs with you.
Singer / songwriter Gráinne Holland, originally from Belfast, now lives in the beautiful Kingdom of Mourne in County Down. She is surrounded by mountains, forests, lakes, rivers and the sea and draws inspiration from this beautiful landscape. Gráinne has recorded 4 albums to date, 1 of which was released on the Gael Linn label. She has recorded both traditional songs and her own original songs. Her latest publication, Book/ CD Ceol na Sióg, meaning the music of the fairies is about the magic of the world around us. Published by An tSnatháid Mhór and illustrated by Mr Ando it is a collection of 13 songs written in Irish by Gráinne and can be enjoyed by all ages. It has been shortlisted for the Réics Carló Irish Language Children’s Book of the Year Award.
Join Gráinne and her band as they perform songs from Ceol na Sióg. You will also have a chance to get a copy of this beautiful Book/ CD. Bilingual event.
Thursday 11th November – The Market house
Time: 10.30am
Location: The Market House in partnership with Monaghan Town Library
Age Range: 4+
Duration: 40 mins
Capacity: Limit according to each branch.
Price: Free
Booking: Contact Monaghan Town Library on 04781830
Thursday 11th November – Clones Library
Time: 1pm
Location: Clones Library
Age Range: 4+
Duration: 40 mins
Capacity: Limit according to each branch.
Price: Free
Booking: Contact Clones Library on 04774712
Friday 12th November – Carrickmacross Library
Time: 10.30am
Location: Carrickmacross Library
Age Range: 4+
Duration: 40 mins
Capacity: Limit according to each branch.
Price: Free
Booking: Carrickmacross Library on 0429661148
Friday 12th November – Castleblaney Library
Time: 1pm
Location: Castleblaney Library
Age Range: 4+
Duration: 40 mins
Capacity: Limit according to each branch.
Price: Free
Booking: Castleblayney Library on 0429740281