Organisers for the Clonakilty International Guitar Festival have unveiled the schedule for the upcoming event, which kicks off this Friday 15 September.

Across ten days, Clonakilty will “ring from pillar to post”, with the headline performances set to start on Saturday 16 September.

As is tradition, the festival builds the intensity before culminating in the legendary Session Trail on the weekend of 22-24 September.

The celebration will see appearances from a wide range of Irish and international musical talent, including Girlfriend, Junk Drawer, Elaine Howley and many more.

 

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At the core of CIGF is a strong environmental vision.

“Our town is the stage; our pubs, cafes and restaurants are the vendors, and our locals are the stewards. Ours is a sustainable vision: after the guitar dust settles, the town is left in a better state than it was before the fun,” said festival organisers.

“CIGF is a renowned jamboree that venerates the artists - from young to old, from virtuosos to three-chord heroes - that keep the flame of creativity burning bright,” they added. “The festival features a diverse line-up of performances, workshops, masterclasses, and jam sessions, showcasing a wide range of guitar styles such as jazz, blues, rock, classical, folk, and trad.”

Overall, what makes the Clonakilty International Guitar Festival special is its diverse lineup of artists, the intimate and inclusive atmosphere, the educational opportunities it provides, and the cultural immersion in the picturesque town of Clonakilty.”

Partnering with festival is the community outreach programmme Reverb, which hosts concerts, workshops and other events in schools, hospitals and care centres- making the festival accessible to those who might not be able to attend.

For more information on the festival, including ticket information, visit www.clonguitarfest.com. For the full lineup,  Download the CIGF ’23 Schedule.