Tá fearadh na fáilte roimh achán duine atá anseo le Féile Oirghiall a cheiliúradh i Muineachán. Tá lúchair orainn go bhfuil tú inár gcuideachta don deireadh seachtaine agus tá súil againn go mbeidh deireadh seachtaine de cheol agus comhluadar den scoith agat.

A warm welcome to you

A celebration of music greets you to the drumlins of Monaghan over the May Bank Holiday weekend. The 40th anniversary of Feile Oriel takes place from Friday 1st May to Sunday 3rd May 2009 where hundreds of musicians and artists descend on the town. Held over three days Feile Oriel 2009 will be a spectacle of music and entertainment culminating in the Fiddler of Oriel Competitions, where the cream of Irish musicians compete for the prestigious title.

The festival programme highlights Monaghan’s and Ireland’s strong cultural identity including its traditional music and language. There will be a range of events including a session trail through the town; music workshops for those who can play already and a “Come and Try” event for those who want to. Late night concerts in the Westerna Hotel for those with stamina and early evening concerts at various venues for those who enjoy a more sedate event.

The range of events ensures that people of all ages and all nationalities can join us in this special celebration.

To each and every one of you, grasp the moment and enjoy the weekend. Monaghan welcomes you.

The Feile Oriel Festival Programme 2009 is subsidised by the Arts Council, Monaghan Co Council Arts Office, Monaghan County Council Heritage Office, Monaghan Town Council and European Union Peace III Funding. The Feile Oriel Festival gives grateful thanks for this support and acknowledges all those others who have provided backing and assistance.

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