4 Corners folk finale

THE finale to this year's 4 Corners Music Festival is fast approaching with just enough time left to catch the last few acts happening before the Finale Event on Friday, February 26.
By The Newsroom
Published 18th Feb 2010, 14:54 BST
Updated 22nd Feb 2010, 08:34 BST

Enjoy Coffee With The Choir, in Antrim Library on Wednesday, February 24 at 8pm.

This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the vocal excellence of this inclusive choir in the newly opened surroundings of Antrim Library.

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Winners of the 2009 International Choral Festival in Bangor as well as semi-finalists in the BBC1 programme, Last Choir Standing, this evening will include an eclectic selection of songs and repertoire as featured in their debut album, ‘Many Hands’. What’s more – it’s totally free of charge! Places are limited so reserve your space by contacting the booking line on 028 9448 1338.

The ‘Starbucks’ Sessions, Starbucks at Junction One on Thursday, February 25 at 7pm. Catch the second of these free weekly acoustic sessions, showcasing the best of local talent in the ambient surroundings of Starbucks at Junction One – a coffee to accompany the musical entertainment is a must!

In Session: Skin & Bones with support from The Friday Night Music Club. Local musicians, Tommy McMeekin & Richard Magee, present a lively set of old favourites and original compositions from influences as far and wide as the Beatles, Tom Petty, REM and a little bit of everything in between. Support on the night comes from the participants of the Friday Night Music Club, showcasing their talents in a band specially formed for the Festival – miss it at your peril!

Having run from Wednesday, February 17, the festival finally winds down with the 4 Corners Folk Finale, headlined by The Henry Girls at the Park Plaza Hotel, Antrim on Friday, February26 at 7.30pm.

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This fantastically talented trio of sisters from Inishowen, Donegal, have burst onto the Irish music scene with their eclectic sound of blues, country and traditional world folk. Having recorded their third album, made numerous television appearances, and received an Irish Film & Television Awards nomination for scoring the Aidan Quinn film, ‘A Shine of Rainbows’. Don’t miss your chance to catch this stunning trio in concert!

The night will also feature the presentation of the Jim Gilchrist Music Maker Award, bestowed annually on a local musician who has demonstrated a significant level of achievement in their chosen area.

Further musical support on the night comes from ‘demon gadgie’ guitar playing Robin Hurt and his band who will performing folk standards alongside his own compositions. The opening act at the Finale will see the return of pop/folk trio, Cat Malojian, who played to great success at the festival launch in the Dunadry Hotel, ensuring the festival draws to a toe tapping, foot stomping close! Tickets 10.

For bookings or further information call 028 9448 1338, check out the Festival website at www.4cornersmusicfestival.com or follow on facebook under ‘4 Corners Music Festival’.

Supported by the Dept of Culture, Arts & Leisure & Antrim Borough Council through the Community Festivals Fund.