Call goes out for trad artists to compete in Pan Celtic festival
One of the dance groups performing at last year's International Pan Celtic Festival in Carlow
THE Irish Pan Celtic Committee is seeking traditional performing artists to represent Ireland during the International Pan Celtic Festival, which will be held in Carlow town from 7-11 April. A wide range of competitions will be held during the festival, including fiddle, harp, duet, choral and dance.
The winners of Corn Uí Riada, Sean Nós na mBan and Sean Nós na bhFear from the Oireachtas na Samhna 2025 festival will participate on behalf of Ireland in the traditional singing competition.
“The Pan Celtic competitions give a great insight into the culture of the other Celtic nations, as well as providing a new, creative platform for Irish traditional performing artists,” said Máirín Nic Dhonnchadha, CEO of the International Pan Celtic Council. “Irish artists have performed well in the competitions over the years, particularly in the singing competitions. This year, we would like to see similar success in the dancing, instrumental and choral competitions and promote the wonderful, rich heritage and culture of Ireland among our Celtic friends.”
The festival programme will provide an array of events for musicians, singers, composers, dancers, choirs, poets and storytellers, as well as the various inter-Celtic competitions.
Closing date for entries is 25 March. Entry forms are available at www.panceltic.ie/competitions and can be sent via email to competitions@panceltic.ie.
