What Happens at the Cruinniú?
Events for Students
You can join in the Cruinniú in many ways! When you register, you get unlimited access to our weekend of:
Classes
Students participate in nine progressive instrument classes with one instructor, three each day.
Sessions
What is an Irish music gathering without sessions? We intend to have as many as possible!
Irish Journeys
Presentations and discussions with our world class instructors.
Public Events
Your registration includes free tickets to the concert and céilí. Members of the public can also purchase tickets.
Concert
High octane music, evocative songs and Sean-Nós (old style) dancing by some of the finest Irish musicians today
Céilí
It’s a dance party featuring Irish social folk dancing. All dances taught, no prior experience necessary. Suitable for all ages.
2025 Instructors
World class performers and teachers of Irish music gather at the Cruinniú to nurture and inspire students of all levels.
Michael McGoldrick
Int/Adv Flute
John Doyle
Int/Adv Guitar
Caitlin Warbelow
Int./Adv. Fiddle
Paul McClure
Int./Adv. Bodhran
Máirtín de Cógáin
Storytelling
Therese Honey
Harp
Katie Geringer
Fiddle Fundamentals
Robert Shaddox
Bodhran Fundamentals
Brenda Castles
Int/Adv Concertina
David Howley
Int./Adv. Banjo & Mandolin
Colin Farrell
Int/Adv Whistle
Support the Cruinniú!
Contracting with top instructors and producing great content costs money. There are many different ways that you, or your business, can support the Cruinniú—with a financial contribution or an in-kind donation.
Sponsors
The Cruinniú is a project of the non-profit Houston School of Irish Music—a branch of the North Texas School of Irish Music. Additional support comes from the Irish Government’s Emigrant Support Program.
Special thanks to our host hotel, Crowne Plaza, and venue sponsor, University of St. Thomas. And a huge shout out to the Penny Whistle Pub!
