'Harp Yoga' in west Clare and pop-up ensembles mark Harp Day 2024
Lá na Cruite 2024 is set to connect communities across Ireland through contemporary expressions of harping
Cruit Éireann | Harp Ireland (CÉHI) is thrilled to announce Lá na Cruite | Harp Day 2024, with more than 100 events happening across Clare, Ireland and worldwide.
This year’s theme, ‘Cothú,’ meaning ‘Nurture‘, highlights the harp’s unique ability to inspire, uplift, and connect communities while focusing on empowering the next generation of harpers to shape the future of Ireland’s iconic national instrument.
For the first time, CÉHI’s Young Harpers’ Forum gives a voice to 40 young harpers from across Ireland, who have influenced the 2024 programme. This exciting opportunity reflects CÉHI’s commitment to ensuring a vibrant, forward-looking future for Irish harping by incorporating fresh perspectives and new ideas from younger talent.
Speaking on the significance of this year’s programme, Lauren Ní Néill, CEO of CÉHI, said they are "proud of the next generation of Irish harpers who are designing their own events this year with incredible energy and enthusiasm to celebrate Lá na Cruite amongst their friends, family and local communities.”
Events will take place all day on Saturday, October 19, designed to engage younger audiences and showcase the traditional instrument in diverse settings.
Lá na Cruite 2024 is set to connect communities across Ireland through contemporary expressions of harping.
Highlights include Harp Yoga in Ennistymon, which will offer a unique blend of music and mindfulness, with an invigorating yoga class accompanied by harper Aisling Lyons playing live to set the mood.
Bring Your Harp to School Day is a nationwide initiative to encourage young harpers to bring their harps to school and introduce their classmates to our national instrument.
Harpy Hour Galway will see harpers Kathleen Loughnane and Catriona Cannon and friends for Harpy Hours across Galway’s Red Earl’s Hall, Ladies Beach, Charlie Byrne’s Bookshop, Connemara National Park, Aughnanure Castle and the legendary Crane Bar.
Pop-up Harp Ensemble Performances will be popping up in towns and cities all over Ireland so keep your eyes peeled, wherever you are!
Founded in 2016, Cruit Éireann | Harp Ireland has led the revival and promotion of Irish harping across Ireland and globally. With a mission to safeguard and celebrate harping, CÉHI connects Irish harpers with audiences worldwide while fostering innovation and accessibility for all. For more information, please visit harpireland.ie.
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