Sligo soundscapes

Sligo Soundscapes

An evening of music, memory and place.

 

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of County Sligo with Sligo Soundscapes, a unique sensory experience set against the stunning backdrop of the beautiful landscape. 

This  showcase of  the music of Sligo through a live performance by  local musicians, presenting a carefully curated repertoire that spans centuries of locally composed music is a truly immersive experience. The performance will celebrate the legacy of composers whose works reflect the people, places, and soundscapes of the region—linking built heritage with the intangible cultural traditions of Sligo.

The audience will journey through the history of the Sligo style, exploring its global significance and deep local roots. This is more than a concert—it's an educational and cultural experience offering insights into the history of and the customs of the local people, and the vibrant musical culture of the region.

 

Join us for an evening of reflection, storytelling, and celebration of the rich musical tapestry of County Sligo.

This project was the recipient of a Week at the Well residency in 2025 which offered the artist time to develop the concept further. 

 

Twilight Traditions Collective

Twilight Traditions Collective offer pop up traditional Irish musical showcases and performances of traditional artists and their musical output in popular tourist sites and businesses all over. This event allows tourists and locals a chance to hear Irish traditional music at times and in locations where it would not be normally showcased such as cafes, shopping centres and tourism sites. 

This event supported: 

  1. 10 local musicians 
  2. Showcased Irish traditional musician heritage 
  3. Showcased music and cultural spaces
  4. Online social media creations of content related to Sligo, tourism, heritage, music and creativity
  5. Offered the musician a platform to promote their work such as CD’s and their competencies to new audiences 
  6. Brought customers to businesses due to event promotion
  7. Developed a creative community entitled; The Twilight Traditions Collective. Funded by Sligo Arts Office, Creative Ireland, Sligo County Council. Sligo Live-Invest-Visit.