26/07/2026

A forensic but light-hearted four part series presented by Anne-Marie Wallace and Caoimhe Ceol Ní Chathail, who bring us a deep dive into what traditional music fest Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is and isn’t.
In this third episode we hear from those preparing for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026. Caoimhe visits Tunes Translated, a vibrant community integration project in west Belfast that brings locals, migrants, asylum seekers, and refugees together through music. We hear of their excitement as they prepare to play on the Fleadh main stage. Meanwhile Anne-Marie heads to the outskirts of the city to Glengormley School of Traditional Music, meeting some of the scores of young people preparing to take part in the Fleadh, and their tutors.

This is a series full of endearing anecdotes, previous archive, tips on how one climbs to gold in the Fleadh and can anyone apply to play? Featuring session musician greats new and old, Anne-Marie and Caoimhe allow us to soak up the general atmosphere and craic of this huge music festival which is coming to Belfast for the first time.