About

Dubbed in the press as “one of the most anticipated staples on the local scene”, the One Take Sessions have grown solidly since launching in 2006. Currently holding it’s home in Cleere’s Theatre on Parliament Street, Kilkenny, each night of the One Take Sessions takes a variety of four different acts across a broad spectrum of genres for a night of live music.

Admission to the One Take Sessions is free with each night of the ‘Sessions in 2010 recorded in HD video and audio for use by visiting acts.

Having run to 2009 on Thursday nights, the One Take Sessions 2010 series takes place on the final Friday of each month, commencing Friday March 26th.

While we’ve had very much an “acoustic” tone to the night over the past few years, we’re opening the door in 2010 for something a little louder, if the case presents itself. Performing on the night comes by way of advance bookings with slots allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. If you enjoy your night on the stage in Cleere’s then we’re happy to having you back, within the current season. Many acts use the ‘Sessions as a break from regular heavy gigging to something more down-tempo, as a means to get introduced to Kilkenny, or as a means to have a live performance recorded – however you choose to do it, don’t be afraid to ask.

For Artists

We don’t charge for the night (advocates of free music for the ‘Sessions) so we don’t pay for the night. What you will get though is a recording of your set as mixed by one of our engineers, a photo set of your gig (available through the KilkennyMusic.com gallery and we’ll use one, two, or all of your tracks in our podcasts including the Playlist Mix and Soundsystem.

Bookings

Bookings can be made by filling out the online booking form. Bookings have a tendency to fill rather quickly, keep an eye on the homepage ‘Sessions listings for available slots. Note that bookings must be delivered through the booking form available on site.