Arguably one of Ireland's greatest artists. John McCormack's record sales exceed 200m. His recording of Mozart's 'Il mio tesoro' is legendary. Tribute account.
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What a wonderful morning of music delivered by Tony O'Dálaigh. Tony not only played music that has enriched his life but the stories behind his choices added immeasurably to our enjoyment. It was a packed house for a talk that was rich in history & the personal journey.👏👏👏
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We’re delighted to announce that Tony O Dálaigh, co-founder of Irish National Opera and later a director of the Dublin Theatre Festival, will deliver our next talk on Saturday 7th November in Buswells Hotel. All are welcome.
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Our former president, Gordon Ledbetter, screens his documentary feature film 'A View from Suburbia' on the 4 November. It looks at how human activities have shaped the world of suburbia through the prism of his family's story living in Rathgar.
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Our next event takes place Saturday 10 October in Buswells Hotel. It will be a break from the norm in that we'll have two talented singers & accompanist to deliver a song recital. It promises to be a lovely morning of music. All are welcome.
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Join us for a talk on 12 September. It will trace the extraordinary arc of the musical – from the operetta glamour of Hollywood’s early years, through the birth of the modern book musical. 🎼
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John Creedon discovers the stories behind some of Ireland's favourite love songs this evening at 6.30pm on @RTEOne. One of the songs is Macushla, made famous by John McCormack. Jack L talks about the song & his family connection with the legendary tenor.
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Our upcoming talk on the 11 April will explore Thomas Moore's Irish Melodies, a collection of songs that gave voice to the Irish spirit at a time of profound political and cultural upheaval. We look forward to welcoming our members and other music fans.
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We were saddened to hear of the passing of the tenor, Robert White. He was a great friend to the Society. His lifelong devotion to the music of John McCormack kept that great tradition alive for new generations of listeners on both sides of the Atlantic.
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Noel O'Grady, widely acknowledged as one of the country's leading Joycean scholars, is staging a tribute event in the Round Room of the Mansion House on the 19th April in honour of his late friend and literary legend, Brendan Kennelly.
Book here: eventbrite.ie/e/remembering-…
The performance of "Kalinka" by Evgeny Belyaev & The Alexandrov Red Army Choir is an absolute delight. Belyaev had it all. He was described as the 'Russian Nightingale'.
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David Clarke returns to deliver what should be another wonderful talk. It promises to be a sweeping panorama of musical history, a celebration of genius, drama, and beauty, and above all, a testament to the enduring power of the operatic voice.
More info: johnmccormacksociety.ie/2026…
'The Golden Voice and his World' will be our talk this Saturday, 14th February. Martin Dwan will put John McCormack in the wider context of some of the great singers of the 20th century, artists who shaped taste, technique, & recording itself.
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2025 witnessed some wonderful talks during our spring and autumn seasons and our annual bursary concert at @RIAMDublin once more revealed that the strength in depth of young singers in our country. We look forward to meeting familiar and new faces in 2026. Now a word from John.
Gordon Ledbetter treated us to a memorable talk on humour in music with recordings going back as far as 1891. One of the standout recordings was a 2016 performance by Patricia Janečková. An extraordinary talent taken from us far too early. Sublime!
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Humour in the History of Sound Recording is the subject of our Nov 8 talk by Gordon Ledbetter, McCormack biographer & broadcaster. Gordon will look at humour in its widest sense & how it has reflected society’s tastes & mores over the past century. 🎼
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What a wonderful night was had at the Royal Irish Academy of Music last Saturday where our bursary recipients delivered memorable performances of pieces by Mozart, Beethoven, Handel, our own Michael William Balfe, and many others.
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We're delighted to welcome the return of the multitalented conductor and pianist, Niall Kinsella, to accompany this year's bursary award recipients. Niall has established himself as one of the most exciting Irish musicians of his generation. 🎹🎼
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Nicholas O'Neill is one of our 2025 bursary recipients. He's a Dublin baritone 🎶 Feis Ceoil Baritone Solo winner 2025 + multiple past awards. Performed with @IrishNatOpera, Yorke Trust & @tcddublin Chapel Choir.
He's a rising operatic talent! Tickets 👉 eventbrite.ie/e/john-mccorma…
Sinéad Cosgrove is one of our 2025 bursary recipients. 🎶 She's a soprano from Louth. Member of Lassus Scholars, she's sang in St. Peter’s Basilica & Swiss Youth Choral Festival. She secured 2nd in Feis Ceoil 2025 🥈
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David Conroy is one of our 2025 Bursary Recipients. 🎶 An Irish bass & Feis Ceoil prizewinner, seen with @IrishNatOpera, @lyricoperaprod & @NSOrchestraIRL (Lurline). He's a rising operatic voice to watch! 👀🎤
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