Omagh Music Festival to celebrate life and legacy of Arty McGlynn

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THE annual Omagh Music Festival returns to the Strule Arts Centre on Friday and Saturday, November 7 and 8, delivered by Our Music NI and proudly supported by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council (FODC).

This year’s festival honours the extraordinary life and legacy of Arty McGlynn, Omagh’s own master guitarist whose influence changed Irish music forever. Across two unforgettable nights, The Many Sides of Arty McGlynn will showcase his immense talent, legacy and musical range from traditional Irish to blues, country, rock and jazz.

On Friday, November 7, do not miss this landmark concert headlined by Matt Molloy and John Carty, celebrating the career of Omagh’s finest musician, and also featuring Cathal Hayden; Nollaig Casey; Chris Newman and Maire Ni Chathasaigh; Shane McAleer, Eamon McElholm, Paul McGlinchey, Ryan O'Donnell and more.

Followed on Saturday 8 November with even more of the foremost musicians in Ireland as they gather to remember Arty’s work in a wide range of genres, featuring The Causeway Band; Brendan Quinn; Mark McCausland; Nicky Scott; Liam Bradley; Rod McVeigh, Jerome McGlynn, Paul Maguire and more.

The weekend also includes a Music Heritage Walking Tour led by Declan Forde, free film screenings, and a Rooftop Museum Exhibition featuring Arty’s instruments, photographs, and stories from Omagh’s rich musical history.

Councillor Barry McElduff, Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council said: "Arty McGlynn’s legacy is woven into the fabric of Irish music. It is a real privilege to honour Arty through this year’s festival in his hometown.

"Arty was internationally renowned for his musical genius and this is something of which we are really proud in Omagh and our wider Council area.

"We have an exceptional line-up and I encourage everyone to take part in this celebration of Omagh’s musical heritage.

"Paul Maguire from Our Music NI tells us “The range of musicians Nollaig and Jerome have been able to call upon is a testament to Arty's status and legacy as one of the foremost musicians in Ireland. These are two nights that will be remembered for a long time."

Tickets are selling fast - book today and join us for a weekend of music and heartfelt tribute to one of Omagh’s most cherished sons.

Tickets are £22 per night and both nights are £40

Booking for all events advised.

Contact 028 8224 7831 or visit struleartscentre.co.uk