An evening at the Oscars
An 80 piece orchestra performing your movie favourites such as Star Wars, Wicked, or Schindler’s List in the incredible setting of St Canice’s Cathedral? Or how about witnessing quite literally one of the world’s greatest pianists, Barry Douglas, join sensational Irish violinist, Patrick Rafter in a breathtaking program at St. Mary’s Cathedral?
The Marble City Music Festival is delighted to present these two concerts this weekend on Sunday 11th and Friday 16th May. Come and hear your favourite film themes in an iconic setting that is St Canice’s Cathedral. Or come to the magnificent and magical setting St Mary’s Cathedral to hear a breathtaking violin and piano recital with world-class artists.
Speaking to artistic director Patrick Rafter, a Kilkenny man and celebrated as one of Ireland’s finest classical musicians, it is clear he aims to spread a love of classical music in his home city “Whether you’ve never been to a classical music concert before, or whether you’re a seasoned music aficionado – there’s incredible joy to be experienced in each one of the festival’s concerts! Come and see for yourself – I can personally guarantee that you will have a wonderful time and feel truly welcomed and overjoyed by the music!”
On Sunday 11th May, Patrick Rafter will conduct the 80 person strong Irish Doctors Orchestra in an incredible concert featuring a breathtaking programme of movie themes alongside Tchaikovsky’s ‘Swan Lake’. Star Wars, Wicked, Pirates of the Caribbean, and the iconic Schindler’s List theme that Patrick will perform from the violin.
On Friday 16th May, Barry Douglas will perform the incredible Mussorgsky’s ‘Pictures at an Exhibition’ – a work that earned him 1st Prize Gold Medal at the Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition in Moscow. Douglas will be joined by Rafter for the sensational and epic César Franck Sonata for violin and piano.
All details and tickets can be found at www.marblecitymusicfestival.com and tickets are also available from Frank Wall Man’s Shop in Kilkenny City. Tickets from just €25. Follow the festival on Instagram and Facebook to see some videos of all the performers.
