Music that moves Galway

A music residency programme inspired by connection to, and through, music.

Our Mission

MusicConnects is where music, community, and place come together. We exist to make exceptional music and musicians a vibrant part of everyday life, reaching people of all ages, back-grounds, and abilities across Galway City and County.

Upcoming Events

  • Music Unveiled – What We Carry

    Ahead of our June concerts, some of the featured repertoire will be explored through our Guided Listening Programme Music Unveiled, in collaboration with Galway City ...

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    Music Unveiled – What We Carry
  • ConTempo Countywide, Inis Mór

    A World Premiere of Ronan Guilfolye's new work Legacy on Inis Mór featuring ConTempo Quartet with special guest Matthew Berrill on clarinet.

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    ConTempo Countywide, Inis Mór
  • Lunchtime with ConTempo, June 2026

    Featuring special guest Matthew Berrill on clarinet and 'Legacy' a new work by Ronan Guilfoyle.

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    Lunchtime with ConTempo, June 2026
  • Ag Tarraingt Ón Tobar

    Galway’s cherished ensemble-in-residence, ConTempo Quartet, and Connemara siblings Séamus and Caoimhe Uí Fhlatharta share the stage for this musical exploration of cultural resilience featuring ...

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    Ag Tarraingt Ón Tobar

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Our Resident Musicians

ConTempo Quartet was chosen as MusicConnects' Ensemble in Residence in 2003 and continues to captivate audiences throughout the city and county with its repertoire.

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Education

MusicConnects also runs a vibrant programme of community events and education projects, engaging with musicians and listeners of all ages.

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