Macahar

Poetry & Piano

Profile

Caoimhín Ó Mórdha, also known as Kevin Moore, is a bilingual poet writing in both Irish and English. Born in Belfast, with formative years spent in County Monaghan, he has lived in Mullingar for the past 35 years.

His poetry is introspective, reflective and contemplative, exploring family, emotion and the nature of humanity.

His son, Naosán Ó Mórdha, also known as Naosán Moore, is a Mullingar-born music composer specialising in piano composition and now based in London.

Inspired by artists such as Ludovico Einaudi, Ólafur Arnalds, Colm Mac Con Iomaire and Jamie Duffy, Naosán creates original instrumental piano pieces.

Together, father and son form Macahar, blending poetry and music in a deeply personal artistic collaboration.

At the Festival

  • Date: 3rd July 2026
  • Time: 10:00 PM
  • Venue: Caffreys, Mount Street, Mullingar

Macahar brings together the bilingual poetry of Caoimhín Ó Mórdha and the original piano compositions of his son, Naosán Ó Mórdha, in a moving father-and-son performance.

Combining Irish and English language poetry with atmospheric instrumental music, the event offers audiences a reflective and intimate experience shaped by family, emotion and humanity.

As they approach the release of their new album, Macahar will share work that pairs Caoimhín’s recited poems with Naosán’s evocative piano pieces, creating a unique fusion of literature and music.

This is a contemplative celebration of language, sound, memory and connection.

Admission is free - please arrive early to avoid disapointment

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