I am absolutely delighted that a half-set of my uilleann pipes was awarded 1st prize in the Musical Instrument category at the RDS National Crafts Competition 2012.
I received a medal and certificate at the RDS on August 9th and my pipes will be on display at the Dublin Horse Show from August 15th to August 19th 2012.
My pipes will also be on display at the following venues with other winning entries:
September 21 – October 14 Rathcroghan Visitors Centre, Cruachan Aí, Tulsk, Co. Roscommon
October 28 – November 18
Castlecomer Discovery Park, The Estate Yard, Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny
A slideshow of all the winning entries can be seen here.