# Event Details - **Event Name**: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Concert ✨ Luminosa Orchestra & Patrick Rafter - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: ✨✨✨Experience Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Elgar’s Serenade for Strings in a thrilling celebration of string orchestra masterpieces ✨✨✨About this Event🔥 No Booking Fees on any tickets 🔥🌟 An Evening of Iconic Masterpieces for Violin and Orchestra🌟Experience one of the greatest works in classical music — Antonio Vivaldi’s Four Seasons — performed live in all its brilliance, drama and colour🔥❄️ From shimmering spring to icy winter storms, this timeless masterpiece remains one of the most exhilarating journeys in music.Celebrated Irish violinist Patrick Rafter (www.patrickrafter.com)joins the outstanding Luminosa String Orchestra (www.luminosa.ie) for this thrilling programme of passion and virtuosity.After the interval, the emotional depth continues with Edward Elgar’s Serenade for Strings — music of warmth and nobility — alongside the dazzling fireworks of Camille Saint-Saëns’ Introduction et Tarantella and the deeply moving Adagio for Strings by Guillaume Lekeu.🎻 Patrick RafterRecognised as one of Ireland’s leading classical musicians, Patrick Rafter performs internationally as soloist and director across Europe, the Middle East, South America and Asia. A protégé of Maxim Vengerov, he has appeared with major orchestras including the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, Prague Philharmonia, Kiev Solists and the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland. He is founder and artistic director of the Marble City Music Festival, now presenting major editions annually in Kilkenny. See more: www.patrickrafter.com✨ Luminosa String OrchestraFounded in 2018 by executive director Lucy Hayward O’Leary and cellist Nicola Geddes, Luminosa has quickly built a reputation for artistic excellence with acclaimed performances. Led by Paul Ezergailis, Concertmaster of the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra, the orchestra’s section leaders include members of the acclaimed ConTempo Quartet, alongside many of Ireland’s finest string players.The name Luminosa — meaning “brilliant light” in Italian — reflects the exceptional professional musicians living and working in Galway. Renowned for imaginative programming, the orchestra pairs pillars of the string repertoire with lesser-known gems and works by Irish composers, bringing freshness and vitality to every performance. They regularly commission new Irish works and curate themed programmes that resonate deeply with audiences.Free parkingWheelchair AccessibleTickets from just 18 EuroSt. Canices's RC Church - known to be very warm!!🎶 A powerful, passionate celebration of live music-making — iconic masterpieces performed by world-class musicians.🎟️ Early booking recommended. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kilkenny/vivaldi’s-four-seasons-in-concert-luminosa-orchestra-and-patrick-rafter/100001984152085299 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, music-festivals, concerts, art, festivals, performances, workshops, live-music, theatre, fireworks, it - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 17.5, max: 36.5, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: Kilkenny - **state**: KK - **country**: Ireland - **location**: St. Canice's Church - **lat**: 52.6548482 - **long**: -7.2584991 - **full address**: St. Canice's Church, Dean Street Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Concert ✨ Luminosa Orchestra & Patrick Rafter - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/627b8ef31a3b600e742766e146058f18c9c990c0f14a8ce1451f2e985c73c114-rimg-w1200-h800-dc060708-gmir.jpg?v=1772726759 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Concert ✨ Luminosa Orchestra & Patrick Rafter being held? - **A:** Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Concert ✨ Luminosa Orchestra & Patrick Rafter takes place on Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm at St. Canice's Church, Dean Street Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Concert ✨ Luminosa Orchestra & Patrick Rafter? - **A:** Ticket prices for Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Concert ✨ Luminosa Orchestra & Patrick Rafter range from EUR 18 to EUR 37 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionEUR 37AvailableUnder 18's TicketEUR 18Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Concert ✨ Luminosa Orchestra & Patrick Rafter? - **A:** Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Concert ✨ Luminosa Orchestra & Patrick Rafter is organized by Marble City Music Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Concert ✨ Luminosa Orchestra & Patrick Rafter is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kilkenny, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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