Tag Archives: Association of Irish Choirs

Bealtaine Beckons

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Dianne Ascroft

Sunday begins Ireland’s Bealtaine Festival which runs throughout May. The countrywide festival turns the spotlight on older people and the arts – celebrating our achievements and encouraging everyone in this age group to get involved and unleash our creativity. In this week’s … Continue reading →

Posted in April 2011, Uncategorized | Tagged Active Retirement Associations, Age & Opportunity, arts festivals, Association of Irish Choirs, Bealtaine, Bealtaine Festival, Blow The Dust Off Your Trumpet, Cois Ceim, festivals, Irish festivals, older people, older people in the arts | Leave a comment

Hitting the Write Note

Posted on August 28, 2010 by Dianne Ascroft

Recently I was able to indulge my interest in vocal music as I researched and wrote an article about the popularity of choral singing in Ireland for Senior Times magazine. I spoke to quite a few choirs and was inspired by their enthusiasm and … Continue reading →