Irish traditional music series Geantraí returns to TG4

January 10, 2025
Irish traditional music series Geantraí returns to TG4

Venues and pubs in Carrick-on-Shannon, Kilcar and Belturbet are among the places featured on the new series of TG4's Irish traditional music series Geantraí, which returns for its 19th season next week.

Hosted by singer Pauline Scanlon, takes viewers on a nationwide journey from Donegal to Cork, showcasing the wealth of musical talent that thrives in the country’s most intimate and hidden venues.

The new 13-episode series kicks off in Leitrim, at Cryan's Pub in Carrick-on-Shannon, and will then travel across Ireland, from Kilcar in Donegal, to the Midlands, to Mayo, Limerick, and Cork, visiting lesser-known hotspots where local talent flourishes in the heart of the Irish session tradition.

Speaking about the new series, Pauline says, "Geantraí has always been about the living tradition of Irish music. This series continues to celebrate that, bringing the music and its creators into the spotlight.

"We’ve focused on capturing not just the music, but the environments where these sessions happen - places where the heart of Irish culture beats strongest."

Paschal Cassidy, Director of Hedgerow Films, who make the series, said, "Geantraí has always been about community and connection, particularly between the musicians and their listeners."

"Through modern film and audio technology, we’re capturing that magic in a way that will resonate with both traditionalists and new audiences alike."

The series will air on TG4 every Sunday night starting on 19 January.

Episode list:

1. Cryans, Carrick on Shannon, Co. Leitrim

2. The Hyde Out - Cork city

3. An Sean Síbín - Ballina, Co. Mayo

4. John V Donoghues - Granard, Co Longford

5. John Joes - Kilcar, Co. Donegal

6. Bulgaden Castle - Kilmallock - Co. Limerick

7. Lukers - Shannonbridge -Co. Roscommon

8. The Seven Horseshoes – Belturbet, Co. Cavan