Kilkenny to roll out the red carpet for a magical evening at the Oscars!

Imagine watching an 80-piece orchestra perform your movie favourites such as Star Wars, Wicked, or Schindler’s List in the incredible setting of St Canice’s Cathedral.
Or how about seeing one of the world’s greatest pianists, Barry Douglas, join Irish violinist, Patrick Rafter, in an breathtaking programme at St Mary’s Cathedral?
Both will become reality when the Marble City Music Festival presents two enchanting concerts in these historic city venues on Sunday, May 11 and Friday, May 16.
Speaking to artistic director Patrick Rafter, a Kilkenny man and celebrated as one of Ireland’s finest classical musicians, it is clear he aims to spread a love of classical music in his home city.
“Whether you’ve never been to a classical music concert before, or whether you’re a seasoned music aficionado – there’s incredible joy to be experienced in each one of the festival’s concerts,” he said.
“Come and see for yourself - I can personally guarantee that you will have a wonderful time and feel truly welcomed and overjoyed by the music!”
On Sunday, May 11, Patrick Rafter will conduct the 80-person strong Irish Doctors Orchestra in an incredible concert featuring an breathtaking programme of movie themes alongside Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake. Star Wars, Wicked, Pirates of the Caribbean as well as the iconic Schindler’s List theme, which Patrick will perform on violin.
Then, on Friday, May 16, Barry Douglas will perform the incredible Mussorkgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, a work that earned him first prize gold medal at the Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition in Moscow.
Douglas will be joined by Rafter for the sensational and epic Cesar Franck Sonata for violin and piano.
Tickets for the concerts cost from €25 and are available online at marblecitymusicfestival.com or from Frank Wall Man’s Shop .
Follow the festival online Instagram and Facebook to see some videos of all the performers.