'Song for the Earth' is a new performance that brings together music, poetry, and original video imagery to explore humanity’s relationship with the natural world. It will last around 70 minutes and weave together: 

- Early music (Renaissance, Baroque, Classical) 

- Traditional Irish music 

- New music composed and arranged during the devising process 

- Original poetry by Jane Clarke, combining newly written and existing works 

- Original video projections created and curated by designer Cormac O’Connor 

The piece will create a reflective space where audiences can connect emotionally with themes of care, loss, and renewal. Poetry represents the human voice; music responds as the voice of the ‘other’ — nature, emotions, unconscious, spirit. Visual imagery will act as a subtle, immersive layer to deepen the experience.

Artist Biography

Dr Eamon Sweeney is a widely experienced musician with a specialty in working with early years audiences. He regularly provides workshops, performances and classes for institutions such as the ARK Children's Cultural Centre, Music Generation, and various local authorities and statutory bodies throughout the country.  

Eamon teaches and performs extensively in a variety of genres and styles, including giving broadcasts, lectures and seminars in Ireland and abroad. He is committed to the provision of Community Music, Early Years Music, and Music in Healthcare Settings. He regularly works with the Royal Irish Academy of Music, CDETB, KWETB, and Music Network. 

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