Kaleidoscope Night

Music For Curious Ears
Bello Bar
Doors 8pm Music at 8.30pm

This November, Kaleidoscope Night invites audiences to an unmissable evening of musical exploration and emotional depth on Wednesday, November 5th at the always-intimate Bello Bar, Dublin.

We are delighted to welcome back celebrated Irish mezzo-soprano Sharon Carty, who will perform David Lang’s stark and stunning Death Speaks — a modern meditation on mortality featuring a powerhouse ensemble: David Adams (piano), Larissa O’Grady (violin), and Barry O’Halpin (electric guitar). Lang’s setting of texts drawn from Schubert songs offers a chillingly beautiful encounter with death as a gentle, ever-present voice. Sharon was one of our featured artists

The night also features the dazzling virtuosity of pianist Lance Coburn, performing George Gershwin’s iconic Rhapsody in Blue. Bursting with jazz-inflected energy, sweeping lyricism, and rhythmic drive, this cornerstone of 20th-century music promises to raise the roof of Bello Bar.

In a very special addition, Niall Breslin (a.k.a. Bressie) will present an extract from his compelling new body of work, The Place That’s Never Been Wounded. Known for his artistic versatility and advocacy for mental health, Breslin's new work delves into themes of trauma, resilience, and healing through a rich multimedia and musical lens. For the this performance, Niall will be joined by the Kaleidoscope string quartet; Deirdre Reddy (violin), Aoife Durnin (viola), Lioba Petrie (cello) and Mary Barnecutt (cello)

As ever, Kaleidoscope Night brings audiences up close to the finest performers of classical and contemporary music, in a setting that’s relaxed, electric, and deeply engaging.

About Kaleidoscope

About the Kaleidoscope Night music series - Now in its 16th year the Kaleidoscope Night series presents classical and contemporary music alongside experimental, jazz and folk music in a unique, intimate and informal setting. A variety of music for the curious ear, the series boasts performances from the country’s top classical music performers and composers. The series is curated by cellist Lioba Petrie, Managed by Caterina Schembri , sound engineering by Adrian Hart and stage management and photography by Juraj Jablonka.