Irish Chamber Orchestra

Water Music

Richard Egarr – Conductor
Deirdre McKay – Meltwater George
Frideric Handel – Water Music

Inspired by water, Deirdre McKay’s Meltwater evokes the fragile beauty of ice slowly melting, an emotional reflection on water in a time of climate change. With subtle, shimmering textures, it captures both the wonder of nature and the quiet urgency of a warming world. In contrast, Handel’s iconic Water Music offers a lively dance-driven celebration of nature’s beauty drawing on historical grandeur and dance rhythms. Evocative and enchanting, these thought-provoking works will capture hearts.

The Irish Chamber Orchestra is one of the world’s most vibrant and dynamic chamber ensembles. Based at the University of Limerick and funded by the Arts Council of Ireland/An Chomhairle Ealaíon, the ICO performs to the highest artistic standard while making music accessible to audiences of all backgrounds.

Through innovative programming and outreach with children and communities, it remains a creative force for artistic expression and social change.