Category: Music

Looking for a chance to play, collaborate and meet other musicians your age? Join us for the Mallow Arts Festival Jam Session — a fun, energetic space where young musicians can come together to create, connect and make some noise!

Whether you’re into rock, pop, folk, trad, jazz or something completely your own, this is your opportunity to plug in, jam out and share ideas with fellow music lovers.

🎶 Bring your instrument
🎶 Meet other local musicians
🎶 Explore new sounds and styles
🎶 Enjoy a relaxed, supportive atmosphere

Open to 15–19 year olds, this session is all about music, creativity, community and good vibes.

Event Details
📅 Friday, 24th July 2026
🕒 1:00pm – 2:00pm
📍 St. James Hall, Mallow
🎫 Free Admission

No pressure, no auditions—just bring your instrument, your enthusiasm and your love of music.
Come along and be part of the next generation of Mallow’s music scene!

Take your Uilleann piping to the next level with this special workshop led by acclaimed piper Anthony Ruby as part of Mallow Arts Festival 2026.

Designed for intermediate-level players, this hands-on workshop offers a fantastic opportunity to develop technique, improve musicality, and gain valuable insights from one of Ireland’s respected pipers. Whether you’re looking to refine your ornamentation, expand your repertoire, or deepen your understanding of the instrument, this workshop promises an engaging and rewarding experience.

Set in the historic surroundings of St. James’ Hall and Church, participants will enjoy an immersive afternoon dedicated to one of Ireland’s most distinctive musical traditions.

Event Details
📅 Sunday, 26th July 2026
🕐  1:30pm – St. James’ Hall
🕒  4:30pm – St. James’ Church
🧾  Fee: €30

📞  To book your place, contact Rosaleen on 087 416 4087

Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended.

Join Cór Mhagh Ealla, Mallow’s beloved community choir, for a special performance as part of Mallow Arts Festival 2026.

Founded in 2001 by the late Peig Russell, a cherished local patron of the arts, Cór Mhagh Ealla has become a cornerstone of Mallow’s cultural life. As the choir approaches its Silver Jubilee, it continues to bring together voices from across the community, united by a shared love of music and performance.

Over the past 25 years, the choir has built an impressive reputation both at home and abroad, performing at choral festivals throughout Ireland and across Europe, including appearances in Wales, Venice, Prague and Italy. Under the direction of Susan O’Keeffe, accompanied by Maura McAuliffe and Tina McAuliffe, the choir continues to delight audiences with a diverse repertoire spanning classical, contemporary, traditional and popular music.
Known for their warmth, enthusiasm and musical excellence, Cór Mhagh Ealla’s performances celebrate the power of community, friendship and song.

Event Details
📅 Sunday, 26th July 2026
⏰ 6:30pm
📍 St. James’ Church, Mallow
🎫 Free Admission

Come and enjoy an uplifting evening of choral music as Cór Mhagh Ealla celebrates a remarkable milestone and shares the joy of music with the community that has supported them throughout their journey.

The Mallow Arts Festival is delighted to welcome Ali Comerford, an acclaimed Kilkenny-born songwriter, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, for a special performance at St. James’ Church.

A classically trained violinist from the age of four, Ali’s remarkable musical journey has taken her from Ireland to some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including Carnegie Hall in New York, London’s Royal Albert Hall, and Dublin’s National Concert Hall. Her studies at the Royal College of Music in London and the Manhattan School of Music in New York laid the foundation for an international career that has seen her tour extensively across Australia, New Zealand and the United States.

Along the way, Ali has collaborated with a diverse range of artists, including acclaimed guitarist Cory Wong, contributing string arrangements and performances to his 2019 album Motivational Music for the Syncopated Soul.

After years performing with orchestras and ensembles around the world, Ali returned home to County Kilkenny in 2020 and turned her focus to her own songwriting. The result was her debut album, Knots, released to widespread critical acclaim. Her music has been featured by RTÉ’s Behind the Music, Hot Press Magazine, and The Irish Times, with Hot Press naming her as one of its artists to watch.

Combining classical influences with contemporary folk, indie and singer-songwriter traditions, Ali’s music is deeply personal, beautifully crafted and emotionally resonant.

Event Details
📅 Saturday, 25th July 2026
⏰ 1:00pm
📍 St. James’ Church, Mallow
🎫 Free Admission

Join us for an intimate afternoon with one of Ireland’s most exciting contemporary artists as she shares songs and stories from her acclaimed catalogue in the beautiful surroundings of St. James’ Church

The Mallow Arts Festival is delighted to welcome the Mixed Doubles Saxophone Quartet for a special afternoon performance at St. James’ Church.

This talented Irish-based ensemble is known for its versatility, musicianship and engaging performances, bringing together a rich mix of jazz, Latin, classical and contemporary pop music. With an impressive repertoire and a passion for exploring different musical styles, the quartet creates a unique concert experience that appeals to audiences of all ages.

Having performed at street festivals, cultural celebrations and events across Ireland, Mixed Doubles Saxophone Quartet has built a reputation for delivering vibrant and entertaining performances that showcase the remarkable range and expressive power of the saxophone.

Event Details
📅 Saturday, 25th July 2026
⏰ 3:00pm
📍 St. James’ Church, Mallow
🎫 Free Admission

Set in the beautiful surroundings of St. James’ Church, this concert offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy an afternoon of exceptional live music in an intimate and atmospheric setting.

Whether you’re a fan of jazz, classical music, Latin rhythms or contemporary favourites, this promises to be a captivating performance and a festival highlight