Fleadh Cheoil on RTÉ

A six-part series chronicling Fleadh Cheoil 2018 in Drogheda will broadcast on RTÉ on Friday April 5th, 2019 at 8.30pm. 

Drogheda hosted the competition for the first time and the cameras were there, with John Creedon returning to the helm and he is joined this year by the well known and talented musician and singer Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh from Dingle. 

Throughout the series, Muireann will perform in some of the street sessions getting fully immersed in what Fleadh Cheoil is all about. Meanwhile John meets with many musicians, who are friends at this stage, and enjoy soaking up everything that is unique about Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. They focused on the ever prevalent music on the streets but also discovered there is a wealth of music throughout the town - in the galleries ,coffee shops and the local campsite. 'We showcase top class musicians, locally and internationally renowned, as they play amidst the thronging crowds of Drogheda. 

The pride of parents is apparent as children and adults partake in Scoil Éigse and the many competitions that make up Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. Visitors and residents alike are joined by colourful characters enjoying spontaneous music sessions amidst the glorious August sunshine reflecting the beauty of Drogheda town. 

Guests include Stockton's Wing, The O'Connor Family, Zoe Conway, Hothouse Flowers, Emma Corbett, The Mac Gabhann Family, Bobby Gardiner and many more. An international flavour is added as we are joined by musicians from the USA and Japan. The series will close with the build up and back stage excitement of the Senior Céilí Band Competition.