EntertainingSligo
SLIGO INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL
Taking place in St Columba’s Church Drumcliffe and The Model Sligo over the May bank holiday weekend from Friday 28 to Monday May 1 the Sligo International Chamber Music Festival is a highlight in the annual calendar of music events. Under Artistic Director Tim Vogler, the festival offers its loyal audience and new visitors alike the opportunity to experience high standards of programming through a fresh choice of artists performing alongside our internationally acclaimed ensemble- in- residence, the Vogler Quartet. This year sees the return of festival guests Hugh Tinney and IB Hausmann who performed at the very first Vogler Spring Festival in 2000. Following the success of the first youth programme last year, they continued their collaboration with key partners Music Generation Sligo and Sligo County Council to present Tuned In! The unique and innovative youth programme is curated this year by Professor James Cavanagh from the Royal Irish Academy of Music. We are delighted to announce a world premiere performance at Midday on May Day 2017.
TOST
Tost features two dancers in a space between words and worlds and looks at the space of silence, alongside the opportunities and risks that silence offers. They will play the Hawk’s Well Theatre Sligo on May 10 at 8.00pm. It explores the nature of intended meaning and perceived understanding, ultimately our struggle to manage the silences we create. The work is a response, through the medium of contemporary dance, to the unstoppable changing nature of modern- day cultural landscapes. It was born from the observations of artistic director and performer Dylan Quinn, who was keen to investigate the multitude of ways we interpret the silent space, the space where understanding and misunderstanding cross over. The award- winning company brings together the collaborative talents of international dancers Dylan Quinn and Jenny Ecke, set design from renowned Irish artist Paddy McCann, who recent exhibited at the MAC, and choreography to the music of prized composer Andy Garbi whose music recently featured in the Louis Vuitton Fall/ Winter 15/ 16 fashion show in Paris. Tickets are € 15 and available now from the box office on: 071- 91- 61518.
STEVE WICKHAM BEE ALBUM LAUNCH
Many music fans will know Steve Wickham from his virtuoso violin playing in The Waterboys, with whom he has played for over thirty years. Away from the stage, Steve writes songs and ‘ Beekeeper’ is his second solo offering, following 2004’ s ‘ Geronimo’. It’s a collection of twelve pieces; each carefully rendered and beautifully performed with some intriguing guest appearances. Around half of the album was recorded in Sligo Magic Room Studios, run by Brian McDonagh ( Dervish) who produced two of the tracks with Steve (‘ The Song of Lost Things’ and ‘ The Hare’). There was also a session engineered by respected Donegal producer Ray Duffyat the Model Studios in Sligo, Ireland. The other half was recorded in Dublin’s Cauldron Studios which were produced by Joe Chester ( Waterboys guitarist and more recently producer of Hozier) and Steve. Some overdubs were done in France. The album launch will take place on Friday 12 May in The Model Sligo at 8.00pm.
SHELLS YOGA AND BRUNCH CLUB
On Saturday the 6th of May the Shells Cafe Saturday Yoga & Brunch Club with Salt & Soul Studio. Start your Saturday with a yoga class designed to build strength, flexibility and focus in the spa- cious and light filled Salt & Soul studio. The class is suitable for all levels and aims to promote a healthy, strong and mindful attitude through movement, breath and awareness. Afterwards join us in Shells Cafe, facing the atlantic for a Yogi Brunch Table filled with housemade granola, fruit salads, greek yoghurt, pastries and a warming drink of your choice. Yoga 8am-8.45am ( at Salt & Soul Studio) Shells Yogi Brunch 9.00am ( at Shells Cafe) Price is 20 euro p/ person and booking essential via eventbrite Open to all levels. Mats provided.
STREETS OF SLIGO 5K
The annual Streets of Sligo 5k will take place on Sunday 7th May at 12 noon. Registration is online @Coretiming.ie and also available on the day in Lola Montez Riverside, Sligo. Due to popular demand, the course remains unchanged proving to be a fast downhill start and flat after that. There is an extensive prize list sponsored by Amcor flexibles. These include the following; 1st, 2nd 3rd male & female overall 1st, 2nd 3rd male & female in the following categories ( junior, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60 & 65) This year’s core sponsorship is from “For Goodness Shakes” each participant will receive a bottle of This delicious shake at the end of the event. Any questions please email sligoac@gmail.com or text 0876150926.
DARKNESS INTO LIGHT
The annual 5K Darkness into Light Walk/ Run in aid of Pieta House is taking place on Saturday the 6th of May. A community will come together at the Knocknarea Arena at 4.15am and walk/ run in support of positive mental health. There are various walks taking place in locations around Sligo County such as Banada and Ballymote. This is a truly unique experience made by you: Family, friends and friends you haven’t met yet gathering in support of those who may be struggling or those we have lost. Together we stand together as a community and shine a beacon of light and hope. Register now at www. dil. pieta. ie.