Final Class of the 2016-2017 Year
The final CCE class of the year took place on Monday 27th March. As usual a great number of pupils were in attendance to finish the year with a session.
Everyone was also very eager to hear who had won the prestigious awards from the recent 'Mini Fleadh' 2017. The trophies were presented by Portglenone CCE and Ulster Chairman, Eamon Graham.
Congratulations to all the musicians who took part and made the 'Mini Fleadh' and the last class of the year very enjoyable for everyone especially the very nervous musicians who overcame their fears and played brilliantly.
The awards were as follows:
The 'Portglenone CCE Tin Whistle Cup' was presented to Niamh Brookman.
The 'Fr Felix McLaughlin Fiddle Cup' was presented to Ellie Mackle.
The 'Willie McCullough Shield' for Best Miscellaneous Instrument was presented to Maria Gately.
The 'Most Promising Musicians Award' and the Ballinasloe Trophy was presented to Lucy McKee.
After the presentation of trophies, the young musicians and parents were treated to a few arrangements played by the Wednesday evening Junior Traditional Group which showcased the fine work being done every week in The Wild Duck Inn with Harry and Kieran.
Many thanks to Mrs Milner, Principal of St Mary's Primary School, for the use of the school's facilities over the year to hold the classes on Monday evenings and also to Brendan for opening up etc. and looking after us! We look forward to their continued support next year!
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