New artistic director Diane Daly celebrates the launch of the festival's 2025 programme
THE highly-anticipated SCS Killaloe Music Festival returns on the June bank holiday weekend with a diverse line-up of performances curated by a new artistic director.
This year's festival marks the first program curated by new artistic director, acclaimed violinist Diane Daly. Building on the festival’s twelve-year legacy, Ms Daly is preserving the beloved tradition of world-class musicians performing timeless classics while introducing exciting new elements.
The festival organisers are also excited to continue their partnership with Limerick-based company Shannon Coiled Springs (SCS).
Running from Wednesday, May 28, to Monday, June 2, the festival offers a rich and diverse program, featuring everything from classical masterpieces and contemporary compositions to folk, jazz, and innovative cross-genre collaborations.
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Highlights include performances of classic works by Dvorak, Bruch, Boccherini and Smetana and the expansion of the popular candlelit late-night concerts from one evening to three – including renowned folk artist Karan Casey and one of the country’s most electrifying vocalists, Camille O’Sullivan.
A brand-new large-scale family show is set to take place at the Lakeside Hotel on the Bank Holiday Monday, featuring actors, internationally-recognised musicians and local artists, in an interactive musical adventure.
The SCS Killaloe Music Festival is made possible thanks to support from the Arts Council of Ireland.