Ten14 Concert for Schools 10 - 19 Jun 2014
Moya Brennan (Clannad) and Cormac De Barra (Harper) perform in a music show which has been specially commissioned by The Ark to commemorate 1000 years since the Battle of Clontarf.
Ten14 uses gorgeous music and lyrics to evoke the adventures of our first High King, Brian Boru, and his love of the harp. The show has a great mix of brand new songs and well-loved trad tunes, as well as lyrics in both Irish and English. There will be plenty of sing-along moments and participation for the children to enjoy.
Both Moya and Cormac were fascinated by the history of Brian Boru as children. They also shared with him a love of the harp which furthered their interest in the man, the music and the myth. Brian Boru's 'March' was one of the first pieces both Moya and Cormac learned on the harp and they jumped at this chance to celebrate the hero himself, his last battle, his harp and to bring his story to life through music and song.
Moya hopes that Ten14 will introduce the next generation of music lovers to the importance of Celtic history and culture: "I love history and this is a great story, so for me it made sense to come on board. It's nice to be able to relate this to young children through music and bring them on an hour long journey through song; and it's important that kids are aware of who Brian Boru was and what he did"
Ten14 is perfect for a summer tour visit to Dublin. You could have a whole day of Viking-themed fun if you also include a visit to Dublinia or one of the National Museums!
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The 1014 commemorative programme has been part-funded by the Department of Arts, Heritage & Gaeltacht and Dublin-Unesco City of Literature.
Tá an clár comórtha 1014 de chuid The Ark páirt-mhaoinithe ag An Roinn Ealaíon, Oidhreachta agus Gaeltachta agus Baile Átha Cliath-Cathair Litríochta Unesco
Curricular Links:
Attending this performance with your class will have relevance to the listening and responding strand units in the music curriculum and introduce children to quality Irish traditional music in particular. The performance will include a degree of the use of the Irish language accessible for all levels of Irish. There will also be linkage with aspects of the history curriculum including strands relating to Lives of People in the Past, Local Studies and National and International History.