Classical Connections with John Toal

John Toal presents a mix of popular classical music, news, reviews and interviews with local and touring performers.

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Joe Chester and Mourne Chamber Music Festival

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Coming Up

08/06/2025

Next Sunday 19:03

BBC Radio Foyle & BBC Radio Ulster

episodes (2 new)

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Neil Hannon on his recent orchestral creations.

The Divine Comedy songwriter talks to John Toal in Dublin.
ROE: Young Musicians' Platform Award Winner 2021

We meet the winners of the Arts Council NI Young Musicians' Platform Award 2021.
Jack Warnock: Young Musicians' Platform Award Winner 2021

We meet the winners of the Arts Council NI Young Musicians' Platform Award 2021.
Rose Connolly: Young Musicians' Platform Award Winner 2021

We meet the winners of the Arts Council NI Young Musicians' Platform Award 2021.

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Photographs from St Anne's Cathedral, Belfast - 13 September, 2024
Recording The Journey of the Magi
Teddy's Batons in Studio
Classical Connections in Dublin

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Choir Notes

As part of the programme each week, John Toal will hear from a choir from somewhere within Northern Ireland!

He will discover the origins of the choir, what makes the choir so special to its , and we will of course have a listen to what they have to offer!

If you and your choir think you would like to take part, email the team at ClassicalConnections@bbc.co.uk.

Check out the choirs that have previously featured on the programme...

Bangor Ladies Choir

Seven Towers Male Voice Choir, Ballymena

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