Hi Just a quick note to let you know how the weekend went. It Was A great sucess and is set to become an anual event Starting on the friday night with a fabulous performance from Accordion Player John Buckley, who launched his new CD on the night, "Tunes From The Heart" John got the whole thing off to a good start, and his CD was very well received. Followed by an open session including songs and trad tunes from visiting musicians.

Saturday began in glorious sunshine and would you believe it, we played out in the Street (In March!!!) and had a great open Mic session.
Steve Roache From Kanturk started off the evening inside the lounge with the launch of his much anticipated new CD "My Travels in Story and Song" A Rare mix of song story and recitation, including a lot of Steve's own works. He was very well supported by his home crowd who came along in strength, and also the locals and visitors who thorughly enjoyed the event. We finished the night with an open session.We also had the Half yard of ale comptition, which was great fun, a cross between having a drink and a bath!!

Sunday saw again a great open air session in front of the pub,Including a fantastic barbeque Generously provided by Bernard Harrington where we were joined by a local family of musicians The McLintock Clan. They are simply stunning talent, and as Marie said, they will go far in the business, some of the best musicians and also the nicest people we have met. They stayed untill early evening, When we where joined by another good friend and great Musician, The one and only Jerry MaCarthy. Jerry is a superlative box player, and he really warmed things up with some blistering jigs reels and hornpipes.

We finished the weekend with the inevitable 'Survivors Session' or as we like to call it "Sore Fingers Time.
Throughout the weekend there was also music at other venues in the village, Including the Glengarriff Park. All Musicians who played at Bernard Harringtons generously Gave of their time and talents for no monetary reward, They just played for fun, love of music and craic, and to help support the festival and the village.

Thanks to all who helped with the weekend, Including Bernard Harrington for all his support and great hospitality.(and tasty Barbeque!). Colm McCarthy ( The Park Hotel) Who had an unbeatable Festval special for accomodation for the weekend. West Cork People newspaper who wrote a splendid article in the paper to help publicise the weekend. and also the local arts and crafts group who organised a great art exhibition in the village throughout the weekend.

In Short a great time was had by all and we are looking forward to and planning for next years event already.
The sun shone for us, and the craic was mighty.

Our next project is in October at Irelands Highest Pub, The Top of Coom, Near to where we live High in the moutains on the Cork/Kerry Border, Music In the mountains, We already have a list of visitors arriving for that from as far away as California, also France Germany and other parts of Europe.


Friday 15th Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th October 2010
MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS
TOP OF COOM
IRELANDS HIGHEST PUB
High in the Kerry mountains on the Cork/Kerry Border
A warm welcome from Eileen & Tim Your hosts.
And in our opinion the best Guinness you will taste anywhere!
A fun filled weekend of Sessions, Concerts and Storytelling.
With Fabulous Local Musicians and Singers, Special Guest Appearances .Irish Dancing and young Local Musicians. Storytelling, and general fun and frivolity!
Special Guest Appearance All The way from California USA Michael Jay
The top Johnny Cash tribute act In America.
The Man In Black Is Back!
Contact John & Marie at
freespiritceol@live.co.uk