Irish Doctors Orchestra to perform in Derry Guildhall to support Foyle Search and Rescue
An all-Ireland fellowship of medical professionals who are classically trained musicians are set to perform in the Guildhall on November 30 to raise funds for Foyle Search and Rescue.
The all-Ireland Irish Doctors Orchestra (IDO) was founded during the Covid-19 pandemic, the concept for the IDO is to provide an opportunity for medics from across Ireland to get together and create music as a therapy to the stresses and challenges we all face in our professional lives.
A spokesperson for the IDO said that they cover all expenses, including venue hire and professional coaching, through contributions from participating doctors. This arrangement ensures that all proceeds from their concerts are donated to a local charity chosen in the host city.
Dr Eoghan Ferrie, a founding orchestra member and Consultant in Emergency medicine based in Belfast highlights what attendees at Guildhall can expect on the night: "The Irish Doctors Orchestra have a wonderful programme of music in store for our upcoming concert in Derry on November 30th. As well as Sibelius Finlandia and the glorious 5th Symphony from Tchaikovsky, we are delighted to be joined on stage with the Codetta Choir and Charlotte O'Hare for Poulenc's Gloria. We are also thrilled to have Sinead Hayes once again conducting us for this performance."
Commentating on their charity partner, Foyle Search and Rescue, he continued: “The work of our charity partner, Foyle Search and Rescue, is known only too well by many of those working in the Health Sector in the North West. Through their work patrolling the river and providing education around water safety and suicide awareness, their work is invaluable to supporting those who live in the local areas around the River Foyle. We hope the funds raised from this performance will continue to support their vital work.”
Christina McKeegan, Charity Manager, Foyle Search and Rescue added: “We are incredibly grateful to be chosen as the charity partner for this event. The support we receive allows our volunteers to continue their life-saving work along the River Foyle — offering patrols, education, and support to those in crisis. Every donation helps us protect the most vulnerable in our community, and we are deeply thankful for this recognition and generosity.”
Tickets can be purchased at: https://millenniumforum.co.uk/whats-on/irish-doctors-orchestra