Our 2024 Musical Map

A cornerstone of our programme is an afternoon of short, pop-up, FREE entry events around the island. This season will include a workshop with Tunde Jegede on the West African Kora, a specially commissioned installation by Kerry creators, and music for violin and electronics by Kerry composer, Seán Ó Dálaigh. 

Saturday, 17 August 2024

Butterflies and Jewels: New Irish Music

When? 2.00pm – 2.40pm at The Cable Station

In an event that has vivid engagement with the natural world, violinst Darragh Morgan performs Gráinne Mulvey’s evocative Echium Pininana “Tower of Jewels”  for violin and electronics in its second ever performance. Gráinne Mulvey will talk about the composition and the inspiration behind her work.

A Renaissance Man: Tunde Jegede

When? 3.00pm – 3.45pm at Atlantic Villa

Master kora player Tunde Jegede transports us on a journey sharing the African Kora and Griot Tradition and also transcribing African music for other instruments. This is an event not to be missed on Valentia Island. Please bring a chair!

A Fisherman’s Journey: Our 2024 Installation

When? 4.00pm – 4.30pm & 4.30pm – 5.00pm at The Cable Station

This year’s commissioned installation A Fisherman’s Journey comes from Kerry musicians Joseph Fitzgibbon and Aiden Hill and will be performed twice at 4.00pm and 4.30pm.

“A Fisherman’s Journey” is an emotional performance, using a mix of electronic music, visuals, and live performance to depict the life and emotional journey of a fisherman. The music, accompanied by visuals, tells the story of a fisherman’s life: from his departure, to the successful catch, his life at sea, his reflection on life at home, and his return to land. Through this immersive audiovisual experience, “A Fisherman’s Journey” aims to connect the audience with the timeless story of those who make their living from the sea, exploring themes of human resilience, the power of nature, and the emotional complexities of a life divided between land and sea. This hybrid performance blends live and electronic elements to create a compelling narrative.