Join us for a unique, interactive concert-workshop celebrating the deep connections between Cork’s rich agricultural heritage and ancient musical traditions. Discover how natural and agricultural history shaped past music, presented in the welcoming setting of Greywood Arts Centre.
Delve into historical songs about cows, booleying, and rural farm life.
Learn the surprising historical origins and meanings behind familiar tunes like ‘Baa Baa Black Sheep’.
Experience working songs dating back to the Tudor period and earlier.
Get up close with lesser-heard instruments, including the viola da gamba, early Irish harp, recorders, and the Swedish keyed nyckelharpa!
Whether you are a music enthusiast, a local history buff, or bringing the whole family for an educational afternoon out, Folklore, Farming & Fiddles promises an entertaining, hands-on experience for every generation.
More on Sat 17 Oct |
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