Gaelscoil Aonach Urmhumhan, Aonach Urmhumhan, Co. Tipperary

'Imithe Uainn ach Fós Linn' (A Musical Legacy) performed by Ceolfhoireann na Gaelscoile.
Primary Finalist in the 2024 Waltons RTÉ lyric fm Music for Schools Competition.
When the children brainstormed the 'Music Moves' theme, they considered the many ways in which music moves us - emotionally, physically and spiritually - providing the soundtrack to our lives in both its ups and its downs. Music is also the background and facilitator to dance and movement, inspiring many genres of interpretation and expression. The launch of the 2024 Competition coincided with the funeral of Shane MacGowan in Nenagh, the school's town. The students were all moved by the event, the occasion and the legacy of Shane's music. And this led to a broader conversation about other great Irish musicians who passed away last year, including Sinéad O'Connor, Séamus Begley and Christy Dignam. This gave the group their focus and inspiration for their entry this year - a tribute to and a celebration of these artists. Dolores O'Riordan was also widely mentioned by the students after the Rugby World Cup, when Zombie became an unofficial anthem. So although her death happened earlier, the group felt that they had to include her as well.