Two free concerts announced by Music Generation Kilkenny for Butler House Gardens

Music Generation Kilkenny, in partnership with Kilkenny Civic Trust, is inviting people to Sounds of Summer at Butler House and Garden on Saturdays, June 10 and 17.

Both performances commence at 11.30am in the stunning surroundings of Butler House Garden. Following the success of last year's Sounds of Summer, the series provides a platform for young, emerging talent to perform after a year of tuition with Music Generation Kilkenny’s musician educators.

On June 10, talented young musicians from the ‘Creative Music Space’ will perform a selection of songs. Since September last year, the young musicians have engaged in small group tuition learning guitar, drums, and vocals.

Having performed rock and pop tunes on the bandstand last Christmas, ‘Sounds of Summer’ will be the young musicians’ end of term performance and they are very much looking forward to showcasing their talents in front of a live audience. 

Sounds of Summer is a series of two concerts with the second taking place on Saturday, June 17 featuring a performance from four Kilkenny Schools who take part in the Music Generation Kilkenny Primary School String Programme. Up to 100 children will bring the beautiful sounds of the violin to Butler House Garden at 11.30 am. 

Entry to both performances is free.

Sinéad Blanchfield (Development Officer, Music Generation Kilkenny) says it is great to be back in Butler House Garden for another concert series.

"It was a great success last year and I'm delighted to partner again with Kilkenny Civic Trust for this wonderful initiative for the young musicians in our programmes," she said.

"Opportunities for them to perform in public are very important for their growth, development, and confidence as young musicians. I invite Kilkenny music lovers to come and support these emerging young musicians."

Ciarán Conroy (CEO Kilkenny Civic Trust) said: “We are delighted to welcome Music Generation Kilkenny and the wonderfully talented young musicians to Butler House and Garden this summer. The commitment of the young musicians was a joy to behold last summer so all those who attend this year are in for a treat. It’s a wonderful opportunity to experience the next generation of talented Kilkenny musicians showcase their superb musical abilities in the beautiful setting of Butler House Garden.”

As it is an outdoor event, it is weather permitting. No booking is required, and entry is free.