Donegal Summer School of Music
Eat. Sleep. Jam. Repeat.
6-10 July 2026 | Errigal College, Letterkenny | Ages 6-18
Pick your classes and jam all week long
Choose 5 classes from over 30 options and attend them each day. From piano to percussion, opera to art, you'll find your sound with tutors who know how to teach and how to listen.
Registration is open for 2026
Secure your spot from just €75 for Semibreves or €150 for the full programme. Early bird rates available until 12th April.
A quarter century of music, learning, and community
Since 1999, DSSM has welcomed thousands of young musicians through Errigal College's doors.
27
Years running
And still going strong since 1999
6-18
Ages welcome
From Semibreves to Teenage Kicks
30+
Classes offered
Instruments, voice, dance, songwriting, even opera
10+
Tutors leading
Working musicians who love what they do
Past summers
Every July, Errigal College comes alive with music, laughter, and creativity. From first-time players finding their rhythm to ensembles rehearsing for the big Friday concert, every day brings something new.
Here are a few snapshots from summers gone by.
What they say
Don't just take our word for it. Every summer, parents, students, and tutors tell us what the week meant to them — the friendships made, the confidence gained, and the music that stayed with them long after the final concert.
Here's what some of our DSSM families have to say.
Thank you, thank you, thank you from all of our family for such a lovely week. Your work and positivity is addictive and creates such a lovely environment for learners and tutors alike.
Tutor and parent
Donegal Summer School
A huge thank you to everybody on the Summer School team. My daughters finished the week exhausted — and inspired! An amazing week that we're so lucky to have.
Parent
Donegal Summer School
Thank you most sincerely for running the summer music school. My son thoroughly enjoyed it. As we were leaving on Friday he asked if he could sign up for next year!
Parent
Donegal Summer School
The Donegal School of Music was such a great experience for all the students and the final concert was just brilliant.
School Completion Programme
Donegal Summer School
I loved all the classes. I really missed it over the last two years.
Participant
Donegal Summer School
Secure your spot now
Places fill up fast every year. Reserve your spot at this summer's school and give your child a week they'll never forget.
Our Sponsors
Donegal Music Education Partnership
Donegal County Council
Limavady Pianos
Errigal College
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