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The website has been updated to give preliminary details. Last year every few weeks a bit more was added, up until shortly before the event. So, please check the site often for updates. Things that stand out are, new location of classes, and workshops at the National School. Literally around the corner from the Old Ground Hotel, and cafes and shops. This will make the chance for snacks on break much more available. Also, no need for driving to class if staying at the host hotel. Like last year, in addition to lectures, classes, maintenance, and recitals there are 3 special workshops to be announced. A very nice looking event already listed is Dr. Gearóid Ó hAllmhuráin doing a Friday afternoon class on Clare concertina tunes. He is an excellent teacher, and an authority on the concertina music of Clare. This will put both the present and past concertina of the Kilfenora Ceili Band in the same place, along with a frequent player for the band Francis Cunningham. The main recital will be in Glór this year, which should be perfect, we had standing room only last year at the Old Ground. Everything is in easy walking distance of the Old Ground, including Ennis's fabulous pubs, and cafes. See you in April. http://www.consairtin.ie/programme-2016/4583628116