Traditional Irish Singing

Traditional Irish singing, often called sean-nós ("old style"), is an unaccompanied and expressive form of vocal music rooted in Ireland's heritage. Known for its free rhythm, rich ornamentation, and emotional depth, these songs are passed down orally, preserving stories of love, loss, and history.

Students will learn to sing a variety of some of Ireland's lesser-known traditional songs, discover their origins and the stories they tell us of the past.

Whether you are a beginner or very familiar with sean-nós singing, come along and become a part of the vibrant tradition of story-telling in Irish music.

About the Tutor

Eimear Magee is a musician and textile artist from Mayobridge Co Down, deeply inspired by Irish culture and heritage. Through, ‘Eimear Magee Art’ , she creates intricate pieces that honor the resilience and creativity of Ireland’s traditions, with her work deeply connected to Irish traditional music.

A passionate singer, fiddle player, and dancer, Eimear has toured Germany as part of the ‘Irish Spring Festival’ and has taught Irish traditional music for many years through Scór, workshops and Warrenpoint Comhaltas.

Her art and music are a celebration of Ireland’s rich cultural legacy, intertwining past and present.