MUSIC FESTIVAL

Special Events

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Poetry Program 2024

Feature poets:

Peter Swain, Robyn Sykes, Jason Roweth, Caroline Tuohey, Stonybroke, Akka Ballenger Constantin.


Poetry events held at the P.A.C (Performing Arts Centre) Mt Carmel School, Dutton Street except One Minute Wonders/Poets Farewell


Poetry Competitions:

Reciter of the Year Award:

Judged over the Poets Breakfasts on Saturday (8-10am) and Sunday (8.30-10.30). Winner receives a free ticket to the next ICMF to judge the Reciter of the Year, and has their name inscribed on the perpetual trophy, plus takes home small trophy. Performers featured on festival program not eligible. Time limit for poems: 8 minutes


U18 Open Mic: Saturday 2 - 3pm Mt Carmel Performing Arts Centre.

Open mic poetry, all styles welcome, ages 5-18. Winner: trophy plus prize.


Poetry Teams Event: Saturday 3 -4pm Mt Carmel Performing Arts Centre.

Locals vs Visitors. Showcasing local Junior talent.

Winner decided by audience acclamation. Prizes.


One Minute Wonder: 1.30-3pm Sunday Lovat Chapel.

Channel your creativity into a One Minute Wonder! Write a poem over the weekend, containing the topic words, which are available at all poetry events from Friday. Come to the Lovat Chapel on Sunday afternoon and present your newly written poem in one minute or less.  Winner decided by audience acclamation. Prizes.

 
Entry to poetry events is by festival wristband or contribution.


Events

Friday 

Poetry Soirée, Trader & Co

Meehan St, Yass.

All ages welcome. MC: Stonybroke            

Music 5.45-6.30pm.                                                                        Poetry starts 6.00pm with an Open Mic, then Festival poets.

Entry by wristband or contribution.
Saturday

Poets' Breakfast 8 -10am. Clubhouse Hotel

Open mic, all ages welcome.MCs: Peter Swain and Robyn Sykes. Buffet breakfast available for purchase. Entry by wristband or contribution.


Junior Writing Workshop 11am - 12pm, Mt Carmel Performing Arts Centre

Join award-winning Caroline Tuohey for a writing workshop aimed at primary school students. Learn tips and tricks for writing in rhyme, increasing entertainment value, and how to sharpen your presentation skills. To reserve your place in this workshop please contact Robyn Sykes 0401 289 178. Entry by wristband or contribution.

Slam/Rap/Performance Poetry Workshop 12-1pm, Mt Carmel Performing Arts Centre

Do you have something you want to say? Want to find your voice? Need to develop your confidence? Join celebrated Dabee Wiradjuri poet Peter Swain for a workshop to help you develop your ideas into a performance piece. Suitable for young thinkers 12-120.  To reserve your place in this workshop please contact Robyn Sykes 0401 289 178. Entry by wristband or contribution.

U18 Open mic event 2pm - 3pm P.A.C.

Open mic poetry, all styles welcome, ages secondary. Costumes/props welcome but not necessary. Youth poetry supported by Southern Tablelands Arts. Junior Reciter of 2024.

MC: Akka Ballenger Constantin. Judges: Caroline Tuohey, Peter Swain. Free event. Winner: trophy plus cash prizes sponsored by Akka Ballenger Constantin.

NB: We also encourage young people to participate in the Poets Breakfasts, Poetry Teams Event, One Minute Poems and other poetry events. Entry by wristband or contribution.

Poets Team event 3pm - 4pm Mt Carmel Performing Arts Centre

Locals vs Visitors. Showcasing local Junior talent. MC: Jason Roweth. Judged by audience acclamation.Entry by wristband or contribution.

Sunday

Poets’ Breakfast 8.30 - 10.30am. Clubhouse Hotel

MCs: Stonybroke and Caroline Tuohey. All ages welcome. Reciter of the Year announced. Judge: Rob Gorman. Entry by wristband or contribution.


Poets' Farewell, 1.30 - 3.00pm. Lovat Chapel

One Minute Wonders, Judged by audience acclamation. Also featuring Reciter of the Year performance, Chloe and Jason Roweth, Junior Reciter of the Year and Festival Poets Farewell. MC Robyn Sykes. Entry by wristband or contribution.


Junior Fleadh

Free youth workshops in Irish music and dance!

Come and join the Junior Fleadh at the Irish and Celtic Music Festival. All musical abilities welcome.


Mt Carmel School, via the Hartigan Centre, Meehan St Yass


Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th September 9.30am to 11.30am.


Following the Sunday program lunch will be provided then students will present a showcase concert at 12:30pm.


Bring your own instrument if you have one. D whistles available for the total beginners or kids who do not have an instrument of their own.

 

REGISTRATION

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Sponsored by the Irish National Association

Dance Program

Irish Set Dancing Workshops and Ceilis

SATURDAY 14th September 2024

St Augustine's Hall - 10am - 12.00pm

Workshop 1 - Irish Set Dancing with Paul & Leslie Carr.


Riverbank Park (Festival Markets) 2.00 - 2.30pm

Display by ‘Set In Their Ways’ led by Paul & Leslie Carr.


St Augustine's Hall - 7.30 - 10.30pm

Festival Ceili


SUNDAY 15th September 2024

St Augustine's Hall - 10am - 12pm

Workshop 2 - Irish Set Dancing with Paul & Leslie Carr.


St Augustine's Hall - 12.30 - 2.30pm

Farewell Ceili


Both Ceilis will be dancing to some of Australia's finest dance musicians lead by Ian Hayden.


Entry to dance workshops is by festival wristband or $10.00 at the door!

Entry to each Ceili is by festival wristband or $15.00 at the door.


ENJOY THE CRAIC. Light refreshments available.

IRISH LANGUAGE, CONVERSATION & MUSIC

WORKSHOPS.

Saturday 14th September

St Augustine's Hall - 2.00pm - 3.00pm


CELTIC UKELELE WORKSHOP with Sally Carter

Learn a beautiful Celtic song. Chords and riffs. Singing.

All abilities workshop.

All music resources supplied.


Entry to workshops by festival wristband or $10 in the festival office or @ the door.



Sunday 15th September

TBA


Entry to workshops by festival wristband or $10 in the festival office or @ the door.


ALBUM LAUNCH

Saturday 14th September

Liberty Theatre - 2.30pm - 3.15pm

SARAH & SILAS

"Hearts In My Coffee."


An enchanting new album by Sarah and Silas. 

This orchestral folk masterpiece is driven by lush strings and exquisite harmonies.


"Hearts In My Coffee" is a journey through a landscape where traditional folk meets orchestral grandeur. Sarah's ethereal voice intertwines seamlessly with Silas's rich baritone, creating a tapestry of sound that is both haunting and heartwarming. Each track is a testament to their lyrical prowess, with themes of love, longing, travel and the simple joys of life woven throughout.


“Hearts In My Coffee” is set to captivate audiences and critics alike. Don’t miss Sarah and Silas as they launch their new album “Hearts In My Coffee” at this year’s festival.


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