Castleconnell Autumn Concert Series - Musici Ireland

Continuing the tradition of bringing world-class classical music to local audiences in a unique and intimate setting.

Performing Artists: Musici Ireland

Founded in 2012 by violist and artistic director Beth McNinch, the ensemble has become a platform for bold collaboration across artistic genres, with a strong focus on amplifying underrepresented voices and addressing contemporary social issues. Signature productions include A Mother’s Voice, a poignant tribute to survivors of Ireland’s mother-and-baby homes; Chronically Hopeful, an immersive response to chronic illness and invisible disability; SLIME!, an eco-conscious performance for young audiences; and Deeds Not Words, a dance-film inspired by the suffragette movement.

The group has developed a strong reputation for commissioning and performing new music, with a growing catalogue of premieres created through close collaboration with living composers. In 2025, the ensemble released their debut album Earthrise on the Métier label (Divine Art Recordings), featuring new chamber works by Linda Buckley, Deirdre Gribbin, Ian Wilson, Liam Bates, and Deirdre McKay.

Programme

• Arvo Pärt “Es sang vor langen Jahren” for Mezzo-Soprano, violin and viola [7'] 
• Libby Croad “To Have Body” from Chronically Hopeful (with voices) [7’]
• Purcell “Music for a while” Soprano & Strings [3.50'] 
• Linda Buckley “Fiol” for string trio [14’] 
• Deborah Pritchard Stabat Mater [10’] 
• Arvo Pärt Stabat Mater [26’]