CLASSIC MUSIC FESTIVAL IN THE HEART OF KILKENNY
The Marble City Music Festival is the vision of Kilkenny native, Patrick Rafter.
The Christmas Edition is a guaranteed festive atmosphere, with complimentary mince pies, mulled punch and warm receptions provided at all concerts.
There is a stellar line-up of musicians for our Christmas edition this year:
- Patrick Rafter, violinist and conductor
- One of Ireland’s leading sopranos, Claudia Boyle
- Sensational Irish pianist, Fiachra Garvey
- Leading Irish cellist, Ailbhe McDonagh
- Leading French clarinettist, Michel Lethiec
- French Chamber Orchestra, Camerata Rosa Musica
- Renowned Kilkenny Tenor and Pianist, Paddy and Maura Rafter
- The Kilkenny Choir
- One of Ireland’s finest young pianists, JJ McNamara
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Thursday 28th November 7.30pm
Solo Bach
Patrick Rafter and Ailbhe McDonagh present JS Bach’s most magical solo violin and cello works.
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Friday 29th November 7.30PM
Clarinet & Chamber Orchestra
French Chamber Orchestra, Camerata Rosa Musica, are joined by violinist Patrick Rafter, and clarinettist, Michel Lethiec.
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Saturday 30th November 7.30PM
Album Launch
Violinist Patrick Rafter and acclaimed Irish pianist, Fiachra Garvey, launch their debut album under the British Label, Rubicon Classics. Featuring violin and piano sonatas by Ravel and Lekeu.
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Sunday 1st December at 4PM
A Family Christmas
Christmas truly begins with our festive family friendly concert. Join Patrick Rafter, Claudia Boyle, Paddy and Maura Rafter, JJ McNamara and the Kilkenny Choir for an epic Christmas Family Special.
Tickets for each concert are sold seperately. Click ‘book now’ to get yours!
