The Allingham Arts Festival is delighted to announce Ár Seisiún Mór, a concert of traditional music dedicated to ‘the Donegal sound’ – the distinctive, driving fiddle-led style that has defined this county’s music for generations. The concert takes place at the Abbey Arts Centre on Friday 6 November at 8:30pm.
This unique session has been curated by Bianca Rohleder, who has brought together a stellar line-up lineup, and will include a special contribution by Bianca.
Bianca will premiere a new piece written in tribute to Margaret McGinley, a local teacher whose work did so much to shape Ballyshannon’s cultural life. It’s a fitting way to mark the evening: a night celebrating a living tradition, dedicated to someone who spent her life helping to pass it on.
The Lineup
Taking to the stage will be:
- Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh
- Seamie O’Dowd
- Martin McGinley
- Seanan Brennan
- Bianca Rohleder
- Robbie Fottrell
- Shauna Mullin
…and other guest musicians, adding up to a genuinely special night of music in Ballyshannon.
The Details
- 📍 Venue: Abbey Arts Centre, Ballyshannon
- 📅 Date: Friday 6 November 2026
- 🕣 Time: 8:30pm
- 🎟️ Admission: Free entry
- 🎻 Part of: Allingham Arts Festival, 4–8 November 2026
Whether you’re a lifelong follower of Donegal’s fiddle tradition or simply looking for a great night of live music, Ár Seisiún Mór promises to be one of the highlights of this year’s festival programme.
Tickets go on sale mid-August. This one will be popular. Don’t miss out!