Welcome to SongTales

SongTales sa Spéir

The Live Experience

SongTales sa Spéir

DURATION: 45 minutes

Prepare yourself for a unique live music experience as we bring the festive magic of SongTales sa Spéir right to your doorstep.

ABOUT THE SHOW

Featuring music and singalong songs by some of Ireland’s top musicians, this show promises an engaging and interactive experience for children and families. Expect to hear a captivating story or two along the way!

SongTales sa Spéir has graced festivals, schools, preschools, parks, and events across Ireland. In 2023, we performed for over 10,000 children nationwide! Recent appearances include the Ruaille Buaille Children’s Music Festival, Tradoodle Festival, Smithfield Fleadh, and a school concert series with the National Concert Hall.

Described as ‘an amazing experience’, ‘exceptional’, and filled with imagination, magic, and beautiful music, SongTales sa Spéir transports every child and young person to a fantastical new world.

This production has been made possible through the support of local and national partners, including the Arts Council, Creative Monaghan, Music Generation Cavan/Monaghan, the National Childhood Network, and Íontas Theatre. Initially funded through the Arts Council’s Capacity Building Support Scheme and supported by RTÉ Supporting the Arts.

Technical details: Our specially designed mobile stage is fully equipped with lights, sound equipment, and a generator, ensuring a top-notch outdoor live music experience in any setting.

Testimonials

"Song Tales sa Spéir is a phenomenal experience for young audiences. The musicianship is exceptional, creating a magical world through music, song, and dance that resonates with young minds. It’s an outstanding show delivered by a remarkable team. Don’t miss it!"

Alan Costello, Music Development Officer, Music Generation Kildare

"We at Music Generation Meath were delighted to collaborate with Ceol Connected on their SongTales sa Spéir tour. It was a fantastic opportunity for children to enjoy live music and participate in a wonderful show. They had a great time singing and dancing along!"

Aoife O’Connell, Music Development Officer, Music Generation Meath

"It was a wonderful experience for the schools, with fabulous music and arrangements. Watching the kids and staff react was a joy."

Claire Layton O’Brien, Music Development Officer, Music Generation Cork City

"Thank you for sharing Song Tales sa Spéir with our young students. From start to finish, Ceol Connected had the children fully engaged. It was an outstanding performance, with minimal setup required from our side. In my 20 years as a teacher and principal, I’ve never seen a performance that surpassed what our girls experienced with SongTales sa Spéir. The performers’ professionalism and confidence were exceptional. We’d love for this to be an annual event."

Principal Eimear Long, Togher Girls’ National School, Cork

"MGC has always supported Ceol Connected. Each performance is filled with imagination, magic, and beautiful songs, transporting every child and young person to a new, exciting world. We look forward to seeing what the SongTales sa Spéir team creates next."

Gavin Barr, Music Development Officer, Music Generation Carlow