Premiere of 'The North West Suite' performed by 100+ piece orchestra

The Sligo St Patrick's Festival Committee is thrilled to announce the world premiere of 'The North West Suite,' a unique collaboration between the Ceol na nOg Traditional Orchestra and the Sligo Academy of Music Sinfonietta. This groundbreaking performance will take place on St Patricks Day at 2.30 pm, immediately following the festival parade, in Queen Maeve Square.

Under the skilled supervision of Niamh Crowley and Stephen Doherty, both orchestras will unite for the first time to perform an arrangement of music from the NorthWest Suite, composed by Stephen and expertly arranged by both Stephen and Niamh. The project will also include the production of a video in advance of the inaugural performance, providing a captivating preview of the musical extravaganza.

The collaboration will feature over 100 talented youth musicians from both orchestras, offering a diverse range of musical instruments and styles that promise to deliver a truly unique and memorable Sligo presentation. The live performance in Queen Maeve Square is set to enchant and captivate audiences, showcasing the incredible talent of the local youth.

To provide a sneak peek into this extraordinary collaboration, check out the Sligo Academy of Music social media for some pictures and videos.

The Sligo St Patrick's Festival Committee invites everyone to join in the celebration of this historic collaboration and witness the world premiere of 'The North West Suite.' Don't miss this one-of-a-kind musical experience that showcases the rich talent and cultural diversity of Sligo's young musicians.

For more information, please contact check out www.sligostpatricksday.com or see their social media pages for updates. The Parade Committee would like to thank Sligo BID, Failte Ireland and Sligo County Council for their support.