Doolin Music House
Doolin Music House
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Christy Barry and his partner Sheila have entertained friends and musicians at their home for many years, sitting around the fire playing music and telling stories. Although the pub sessions are extremely popular they realized that many of their visitors preferred to listen to traditional music in the intimate environment of their home. As a result of this they decided to open up their atmospheric home to visitors so they can experience local Irish music in the relaxed surroundings of their home. Christy talks and discusses the history of traditional Irish music and plays great tunes. Visitors can enjoy the experience of visiting a local home, enjoying local company and listening to a good traditional music session around the fire. Sheila is an artist and her works surround the rooms in the house creating a truly art home atmosphere.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- mamakasaTucson, Arizona51 contributionsDon't miss this if your are interested in local music and culture!We had such a lovely evening at the Doolin Music House! It was fascinating not just to to hear but to also learn something about the local styles of music, and also to hear stories about life in the Doolin area. We very much appreciated the opportunity to spend the evening here: thank you Christy, James, Sheila and Imelda!Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 May 2024
- Sara J98 contributionsAmazing experience!This was the absolute best experience!!!! If you are wishing for an intimate evening of music and storytelling, this is for you! It was so lovely hearing about the area and history from a musical perspective. It was a magical evening! The hosts were so kind and we really enjoyed the experience!Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 26 June 2024
- Blu777Maine72 contributionsExperience Irish trad music in a home settingWe visited Doolin Music House during our Vagabond Driftwood Jigs & Reels Music Tour. Our visit began with a warm welcome into the Doolin Music House, with a peat fire burning and refreshments on hand, surrounded by artwork and large windows overlooking the green hills. Sheila, Christy and James are wonderful hosts. The music was spectacular. Our tour guide joined in with her fiddle, and man from Netherlands (I think? I forget) played a song on guitar as did one of my tourmates. Stories were told, wine was drunk, and delicious canapes were passed around. You can't beat this experience.Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 11 July 2024
- rogersoberClermont, Florida38,219 contributionsA Great ExperienceArt was presented last evening was spark and vigor. The story told with passion and love of the regional art was heart felt. Sheila was the perfect hostess which welcomed us into her home like family. Christy spun yarn after yarn of local heroes of a craft that kept dance alive in the region. Interludes of lovely music that were only interrupted by canapés and wine glasses. Twenty or so of us got to take this experience with us and we all if questioned would recommend such an evening.Visited July 2024Travelled with familyWritten 13 July 2024
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David O
Sarasota, FL3 contributions
Sept 2021 • Couples
The Doolin music house is a must do
experience while visiting Doolin! It was an absolute pleasure to hear Christy and his friends play local tunes. The pride and respect Christy has for music is shown while he plays and also through the way he tells stories. It was a true honor to attend the session. We also really enjoyed getting to talk with Sheila. She provided an assortment of local cheese and crackers that were fantastic along with wine to sip on throughout the event. This was a true highlight of our honeymoon and next time we're back in town this will be the number one thing to do on our list!
experience while visiting Doolin! It was an absolute pleasure to hear Christy and his friends play local tunes. The pride and respect Christy has for music is shown while he plays and also through the way he tells stories. It was a true honor to attend the session. We also really enjoyed getting to talk with Sheila. She provided an assortment of local cheese and crackers that were fantastic along with wine to sip on throughout the event. This was a true highlight of our honeymoon and next time we're back in town this will be the number one thing to do on our list!
Written 2 October 2021
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Yolanda L
3 contributions
May 2022 • Family
My favorite experience in doolin! It was a very nice experience meeting such talented poeple and seeing how much music means to them! The history behind the music is very interesting, and some sad moments that make you appreciate how far the Irish have come.
They played very beautifully!
My son had found a small instrument earlier that day at a thrift shop and took it with him to show them. When he showed Chris the instrument he asked my son to join them for a session! My son was soo stoked and the other guests really enjoyed seeing that wholesome experience.
They played very beautifully!
My son had found a small instrument earlier that day at a thrift shop and took it with him to show them. When he showed Chris the instrument he asked my son to join them for a session! My son was soo stoked and the other guests really enjoyed seeing that wholesome experience.
Written 12 May 2022
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rogersober
Clermont, FL38,219 contributions
July 2024 • Family
Art was presented last evening was spark and vigor. The story told with passion and love of the regional art was heart felt. Sheila was the perfect hostess which welcomed us into her home like family. Christy spun yarn after yarn of local heroes of a craft that kept dance alive in the region. Interludes of lovely music that were only interrupted by canapés and wine glasses.
Twenty or so of us got to take this experience with us and we all if questioned would recommend such an evening.
Twenty or so of us got to take this experience with us and we all if questioned would recommend such an evening.
Written 13 July 2024
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Tory G
Kalispell, MT18 contributions
June 2023 • Family
Our teen daughter and her friend love dancing and singing and got to experience the stories of Ireland music. It almost brought you back to a time, and to a place the world should be with fellowship, smiling and stories by all. The hosts ensured they were very welcome to dance and sing. This was definitely a highlight of our trip! Thanks!!!
Written 19 June 2023
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Blu777
Maine72 contributions
July 2024 • Couples
We visited Doolin Music House during our Vagabond Driftwood Jigs & Reels Music Tour. Our visit began with a warm welcome into the Doolin Music House, with a peat fire burning and refreshments on hand, surrounded by artwork and large windows overlooking the green hills. Sheila, Christy and James are wonderful hosts. The music was spectacular. Our tour guide joined in with her fiddle, and man from Netherlands (I think? I forget) played a song on guitar as did one of my tourmates. Stories were told, wine was drunk, and delicious canapes were passed around. You can't beat this experience.
Written 11 July 2024
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FlwerGirl
Boerne, TX87 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
We spent our entire 16 day trip looking for "trad" at pub after pub. Finally found it here! Lovely, intimate experience in their home hearing wonderful music and enjoying stories of the music and the people. Also, just the right length of time for the evening.
Written 26 May 2022
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Brian C
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June 2023 • Family
Music the way it should be heard. Christy and Sheila open their home to share traditional Irish music. Christy and friends are top notch musicians (make sure Christy plays the spoons.. He is a master). Hearing them in by a fire place, looking over the burden is simply magical. The night was so much more.. The stories, the canapes, the dancing was lovely. strongly recommend
Written 29 June 2023
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BucketList Nic
Oaklyn, NJ12 contributions
July 2023 • Family
Sheila was a welcoming and gracious host, and Christy told stories that made you really understand his connection to the traditional music of Ireland. Smoked salmon and local cheeses served as a perfect late lunch. We even made time to see James perform in Galway later in the trip. A highlight of our visit to Ireland, to be sure!
Written 31 July 2023
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AineEnnis
Galway, Ireland7 contributions
July 2020 • Family
We had a fantastic evening of music with Christy & James. With wonderful hospitality from Sheila. Our group had kids & teens and everyone really enjoyed themselves. I could not recommend this highly enough. A beautiful way to spend an evening in Doolin. Thanks again. We will definitely be back.
Written 10 July 2020
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Sara J
Staten Island98 contributions
June 2024 • Couples
This was the absolute best experience!!!! If you are wishing for an intimate evening of music and storytelling, this is for you! It was so lovely hearing about the area and history from a musical perspective. It was a magical evening!
The hosts were so kind and we really enjoyed the experience!
The hosts were so kind and we really enjoyed the experience!
Written 26 June 2024
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Is there a cost for the evening? Donation? Just want to be prepared.
Written 6 December 2016
Yes, the cost is 20.00 euros per person. This includes the cultural experience of music and stories and also brown bread, salmon, local cheese and crackers and wiine or sparkling-still water.
If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact us.
Written 7 December 2016
It's advisable, but we reserved same day.
Written 7 July 2016
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