By Michelle Crean

A local drama teacher - who was so inspired by the strength of a mother who lost her little daughter - has offered her services to help arrange an anniversary concert in her honour.

Paula Gleeson, originally from Cork but living in Arteegallivan was devastated to learn of the death of nine-year-old Béibhinn O'Connor who passed away from a rare heart condition on September 16 last year.

As her anniversary occurs this week a team of talented people, including drama teacher Paula, came together to organise 'Heart Angel - the Concert' in her memory.

Paula said Béibhinn's parents Irene and Eoin O'Connor, although still grieving, "are the most amazing, inspiring people".

"A month after she passed her parents set up a charity called the 'Heart Angel'," Paula told the Killarney Advertiser. "They have channelled their grief into creating a legacy for their daughter, and spreading positivity and kindness in her name. They have done amazing things thus far. To mark her first anniversary the city of Cork Symphony Orchestra and a host of stars have come together to create the most magical concert. It is a real feel good event for all the family! We shot it recently, it was amazing. I was involved singing, playing violin, script writing, drama coach - a bit of a everything!”

It was produced and shot by Riverside Productions who make Ireland’s Fittest Family and Operation Transformation, she added.

"It goes out live at 7.30pm tomorrow (Saturday) free to watch on YouTube by searching 'Heart Angel - The Concert'. However, we are asking people if at all possible to donate on www.theheartangel.ie, it would be so appreciated, and will go towards making sick children’s wishes coming true," she said.

"The aim is to get this concert out to schools all over Ireland in conjunction with a kindness programme they have put together. We are looking to push it all over Ireland and beyond!"