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Pat Moriarty releases new album
Local musician Pat Moriarty releases new albumLocal musician, Pat Moriarty, has released a new album titled ‘The Ballad of Dan Allman’.
The album is a collection of traditional Irish ballads that have been a part of the Tiernaboul man’s life for many years.
Growing up in a musical family, Moriarty was exposed to music from a young age.
"There was always music in our house. My grandparents were always singing at home, and my mother loved to sing. I learned a lot of songs and then I loved singing ballads.” He said.
Moriarty's musical journey has taken him through various stages, from singing with friends and neighbours to performing in local bars as part of the group ‘The Rowans.’
The album's title track, ‘The Ballad of Dan Allman’, is a poignant tribute to the Rockfield man who lost his life in Headford Junction Ambush during the War of Independence in March 1921.
The album also features Moriarty's original composition, ‘The Ballad of the Hometown’, which he wrote while feeling homesick while living and working in Germany.
‘The Ballad of Dan Allman’ is now available in most record shops.
Pat Moriarty releases new album
Local musician, Pat Moriarty, has released a new album titled ‘The Ballad of Dan Allman’.
The album is a collection of traditional Irish ballads that have been a part of the Tiernaboul man’s life for many years.
Growing up in a musical family, Moriarty was exposed to music from a young age.
"There was always music in our house. My grandparents were always singing at home, and my mother loved to sing. I learned a lot of songs and then I loved singing ballads.” He said.
Moriarty's musical journey has taken him through various stages, from singing with friends and neighbours to performing in local bars as part of the group ‘The Rowans.’
The album's title track, ‘The Ballad of Dan Allman’, is a poignant tribute to the Rockfield man who lost his life in Headford Junction Ambush during the War of Independence in March 1921.
The album also features Moriarty's original composition, ‘The Ballad of the Hometown’, which he wrote while feeling homesick while living and working in Germany.
‘The Ballad of Dan Allman’ is now available in most record shops.
Free entry for under 18s at Ross Castle
Young people and families can explore Ross Castle free of charge throughout August as part of a national Office of Public Works (OPW) initiative.
The 15th-century stronghold on the shores of Lough Leane will waive admission fees for all visitors under 18 from August 1 to August 31. The scheme aims to make cultural and historic sites more accessible to young people and families during the summer holidays.
Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. The promotion applies across fee-paying OPW heritage sites nationwide, excluding Kilmainham Gaol and Brú na Bóinne.
Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works, Kevin “Boxer” Moran, said the initiative offers young people a memorable way to connect with history, nature, and culture over the summer break.
Killarney judoka gain international experience in Bath
Eight members of Killarney Judo Club travelled to England last weekend for an international training camp at the University of Bath, with club member Ciara Forde competing at the West of England competition.
Accompanying five families, the young athletes joined 120 competitors from across the UK for two days of training and sparring in a high-performance environment.
The trip provided many of the judoka with their first opportunity to train alongside international athletes. It also offered members a look at a purpose-built facility, supporting the club’s push for a dedicated dojo at the Derreen Sports Project.
Coach Tim Kelly said:
“This camp gave our players the opportunity to test themselves in a challenging environment. Bath University has a proud history of producing Olympians, and we hope the experience inspires our young judoka to aim even higher.”
The club takes a summer break before returning on August 13 to prepare three members for their Black Belt grading later this year. Children’s classes resume on Monday, September 7. New members can contact Tim Kelly on 086 260 1591.
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