Fleadh Cheoil festivals (Fleadhanna), 1951-2008, undated
Scope and Contents
Promotional materials such as fliers, photographs, posters, programs, and recordings from international and regional Fleadhanna.
Dates
- Creation: 1951-2008, undated
Creator
- From the Collection: Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (Organization)
Language of Materials
This collection is primarily in English with some Irish.
Access Note
Collection is open for research.
Some audiovisual media in this collection have been digitally copied; all original media were retained, but may not be played due to format. Digital use copies can only be accessed in the Burns Library Reading Room.
The audio reels are not available for playback due to format impermanence and cannot be reformatted by Burns Library at this time. Please let Burns Library Public Services know of your specific interest; when it becomes possible we will schedule reformatting.
Historical note: Fleadh Cheoil
The aim of the Fleadh Cheoil (music festival) was to publicize traditional music and to forestall a decline in its popularity in Ireland. The first Fleadh Cheoil was held in Mullingar in May 1951. After only five years, the annual Fleadh had grown to a major national festival featuring performances from traditional musicians, singers, and dancers from throughout Ireland. As Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (CCÉ) grew internationally, performers came from further afield, often earning a place by participating in regional or provincial Fleadhanna.
Full Extent
7.75 Linear Feet (8 containers)
Arrangement
Arranged with materials from Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann first, chronologically, followed by regional Fleadh Cheoil competitions, alphabetically.
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
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