Tipperary Celtic Brothers concert goes down a real treat

Another brilliant evening of entertainment played out at the Cathedral of the Assumption, Thurles on Friday evening last as the very popular Celtic Brothers returned to great acclaim producing a concert which has been the talk of the town since.

It hardly seemed so long since the Celtic Brothers last graced the Cathedral, but this was a very different affair, thereby highlighting their wonderful range of songs which had the audience clapping and singing along all night through.

Preparations for this event had been a long time in the making but they all paid off with the smooth running of the show which ran until close to 11pm having kicked off at 8pm.

It wasn’t just the wonderful music and song which provided the entertainment though as the great banter between the four Willoughby brothers was also highly entertaining, wholesome and made for a fun-filled evening.

They certainly know how to win over the audience with their gentle chiding of each other – as only brothers can.

With music from across the continents including the likes of Caledonia, Go Lassie Go, Boolavogue, Red is the Rose, Something

Inside So Strong and many more, there really was something for everyone.

One of the big highlights of the night though was the appearance of Parish Priest, Rev Fr James Purcell on the stage with Curate, Rev Fr Vincent Stapleton as they performed the Eurovision-winning song, Rock and Roll Kids with two of the brothers - a rendition which received a massive round of applause from the audience.

The Thurles Parish Team had worked really hard to bring this event to life and this was acknowledged by Des Willoughby who was lavish in his praise for the manner in which the whole event was approached, and for the way in which he and his team had been looked after.

It was, he said, a very special event for them and performing in such an iconic building was indeed memorable.

Memorable it was on many fronts and the magnificent sound which reverberated throughout the Cathedral, allied with the colour and lighting bouncing off the spectacular ceiling, made for a spectacular occasion which was appreciated by all.

Of course, all of the proceeds from the night are going towards the Cathedral Raise the Roof project and the generosity of those present in supporting the event was lauded by the chairman of the Thurles Parish Team, Joe Bracken who mentioned that the next fundraiser will be an evening in December with the Cathedral Choir and the Clonmel Concert Band in the Cathedral on Sunday, December 1 at 7:30pm- another great occasion to look forward to.

There will be no booking required for this event and donations will be accepted rather than an entry price.

Written and contributed by the Thurles Parish Office