The renowned Cross Border Orchestra of Ireland kicks off a sell-out 17-concert series this weekend starting in Limerick and moving to Dublin, Waterford and Belfast before flying to New York for a landmark concert at the world’s most iconic music mecca, Carnegie Hall, on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th.
The concert series celebrates their work and achievements in promoting peace, unity and tolerance on the island of Ireland since their foundation in 1995. Significantly, the concerts will also mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.
The CBOI is now composed of over 130 exceptionally talented young musicians from all over Ireland and Northern Ireland who travel to Coláiste Chu Chulainn, Dundalk for weekly rehearsals.