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What promises to be an engaging night of Christmas carols in the magnificent surroundings of Killarney’s St Mary’s Cathedral has been lined up for this Sunday, December 3, at 7.30pm.
Carols from the Cathedral is organised by the Kerry Scotia Ensemble Orchestra, soprano Sharon Lyons and her Kerry Concert Choir and proceeds from the night will go to the South Kerry branch of MS Ireland.
The event will will feature spectacular performances of favourite Christmas classics to get all in attendance into the spirit of the holidays.
The orchestra has commissioned composer Richard Rudkins to create unique arrangements of carols and Christmas songs, ranging from traditional classics like Silent Night, First Noel and Adeste Fideles to modern pop favourites with a classical twist such as All I Want for Christmas is You.
There will also be a raffle with great prizes to be won, including a hamper worth over €150, weekend getaways, art and more.
All profits from ticket sales after costs and all proceeds from the raffle will be donated to the partner charity for this year’s concert. More than 9000 people live with multiple sclerosis in Ireland and the South Kerry branch, a voluntary organisation, provides a support network, assistance through therapies and organised social gatherings.
Sharon Lyons is an internationally acclaimed soprano who has performed for presidents and the pope on stages all over the world.
The Kerry Scotia Ensemble is the county’s only professional string orchestra. Established in 2016, it has been awarded various grants and funding from Kerry County Council, the Arts Council and the Department of Culture and Arts for its performances all around the county.
Tickets for Carols from the Cathedral are €20 available on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/carols-from-the-cathedral-tickets-744717428877 or on the night with discounts available for group purchases.
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