Music that moves Galway

A music residency programme inspired by connection to, and through, music.

Our Mission

MusicConnects is where music, community, and place come together. We exist to make exceptional music and musicians a vibrant part of everyday life, reaching people of all ages, back-grounds, and abilities across Galway City and County.

Upcoming Events

  • Lines of Listening

    Lines of Listening, our Creative Responses initiative in partnership with Arts in Action, University of Galway, returns this year on Sunday 1 February. Artist ...

    Read More
    Lines of Listening
  • Lunchtime with ConTempo, February 2026

    Join us for our first Lunchtime with ConTempo of the year on Tuesday 3 February at 1:10pm in St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church. Entry is free (donations ...

    Read More
    Lunchtime with ConTempo, February 2026

Latest News

Explore

Our Resident Musicians

ConTempo Quartet was chosen as MusicConnects' Ensemble in Residence in 2003 and continues to captivate audiences throughout the city and county with its repertoire.

Read More

Education

MusicConnects also runs a vibrant programme of community events and education projects, engaging with musicians and listeners of all ages.

Read More