Plenty of music and craic at Féile Liam O’Flynn launch
Louise and Bridie Corrigan pictured with Ray D’Arcy
There was plenty of great music and craic on offer at the recent launch of Féile Liam O’Flynn 2024!
Special guest, broadcaster and Kildare native Ray D’Arcy launched the programme for the 2024 Féile Liam O’Flynn in Fletchers Lounge, Naas, on Thursday 5 September. The Féile takes place from the 3-6 October next in venues in Naas and Kill village.
The festival is a celebration of Irish culture, music, and heritage, honouring the musical legacy of the legendary uilleann piper and Planxty founder Liam O’Flynn, who died in March 2018.
“This year’s festival promises to be the most exciting yet, featuring an array of talented musicians, engaging cultural events, and activities highlighting the rich traditions of our community,” Féile spokesperson Lesley Ann Ryan previously told the .
Liam O’Flynn was born in Kill in 1945, the son of the school principal and church organist. After early immersion in family music, he learned his craft at the feet of Tom Armstrong and Leo Rowsome.
When he was 27 he set up Planxty with Andy Irvine, Donal Lunny, and someone you may have heard of from Newbridge, and between them and the Chieftains they brought traditional music to the world.
Following their break-up 11 years later, Liam followed a solo career on the pipes that saw a who’s who of the music and entertainment world beat a professional path to his door.
