“In May 2005, the Carrigaline Gospel Singers came together as a small group for the first time. A lucky accident – a few people with a shared wish for something a bit different and one remarkable nun, Sr. Nóirín, who had the inspiration to bring it all together. Something we will all be grateful to Sr. Nóirín for!
Through word of mouth, gradually our numbers increased and we began to sing in public, but due to other commitments sadly our director at the time, Orla, was unable to stay with us. Orla had put in such a lot of work and had inspired a lot of confidence within the group, so we were determined to keep going. A few of us continued to meet and sing once a week and we were very thankful to Máire Cogan who stepped in and made it possible for us to do a second Christmas morning mass.
In the words of our song, ‘There’s Gonna be a Great Day’, indeed there was! Under the direction of Karen Cogan, the Carrigaline Gospel Choir has continued to go from strength to strength. As members of the choir, each practice leaves us uplifted as we sing through our harmonies bringing together a vibrant sound.”
Claire (CGC member)
To hear some live recordings of the choir, please click on the links below:
