All Ireland Champions

Congratulations to Seamus and Cabhan on their historic win at the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford. Described as ‘the Olympics of Irish music’ Seamus and Cabhan competed against musicians from 22 countries worldwide and won gold in their respective competitions. Both students were featured on the TG4 programme ‘Fleadh TV’.

 

Cabhan came 1st in the 12-15 miscellaneous competition on the clarinet. He was also an All-Ireland finalist on the uilleann pipes and recently performed in the band for the MAC’s production of ‘Shrek the Musical’.

 

Seamus won three gold medals: two on the uilleann pipes (Slow Air and Open) and one on the tin whistle (Slow Air). In addition, Seamus was a finalist in the under-12 Grupa Cheoil competition, representing Ards CCE.

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