Cuan

Fiddler of London Trad Group 2024 & Finalist in Siansa Gael Linn 2024

We are thrilled to announce that local youth trad band Cuan formally known as Sult! have been awarded the prestigious title of Fiddler of London Trad Group 2024 at the international Fiddler of London Festival. Adjudicated by the acclaimed musician and composer Michael Rooney, Cuan were chosen for their exceptional talent, creativity, and passion for Irish traditional music.

From Tipperary and Limerick, Cuan comprises a talented ensemble including Laoise and Clodagh Kennedy, Cathal Slattery, Caithlin McGrath, Aoife Ní Chonghaile, and Louis Murphy. Under the adept guidance of musical director, Naomi Corcoran (Morrissey), these young musicians have demonstrated remarkable dedication and skill, earning them this well- deserved victory. They are proud to play a variety of traditional tunes from the region, along with some newly composed tunes, fusing the old with the new in their arrangements.

As winners of the Fiddler of London Trad Group, Cuan will have the honour of travelling to London on 5th April, to showcase their talent & accept their prize at a gala concert in the London Irish Centre, representing not only their hometowns of Nenagh, Borrisokane and Limerick, but also the rich musical heritage of the region. There, they will share the stage with Michael Rooney, Dónal O’Connor and Martin Donohoe, to name a few.

The excitement doesn’t stop there! Cuan joined by remarkable musicians, John Kennedyand Jack McGrath, have also been named as finalists in the All-Ireland Siansa competition,organised by Gael Linn. The Siansa competition is a revered event that brings together thebest young musicians from across the country. It is a testament to the dedication and talentof the group members that they have successfully reached the final, along with only sevenother groups. Seinnfidh siad i gcraobh na hÉireann ar an 14ú Aibreán sa Cheoláras Náisiúnta agus beidh craoladh beo ar fáil ar Raidió na Gaeltachta agus ar na meáin shóisialta.

Cuan will be treating local audiences to a series of concerts in Nenagh and Limerick in the coming weeks, including a concert in Dún Mhuire on Thursday 14 th March at 8pm, Rocky’s Bar on Saturday 16th March at 8:30pm and The Green Bar, Borrisokane on Sunday 17 the March at 6pm. These performances are a fantastic opportunity for music lovers to experience the magic of Cuan live and witness, firsthand, the incredible musicianship that has earned them such prestigious recognition.

Congratulations to Cuan on these remarkable achievements. We eagerly anticipate their continued success as they enchant audiences both near and far with their stunning melodies and infectious energy.