Only 14 days until Christmas and everyone is getting into the festive spirit at The Ark. Christmas trees are twinkling, decorations are hanging up, and we’ve had an incredible variety of musicians playing all our favourite Christmas songs over the last few weeks.

Last week we heard from Brian Flemming who was looking forward to his week long session of songs and rhythms – see some photos below of Brian, Gabriel, Solomon and Gwenn wearing their festive Santa hats!

Brian and his friends taught us about the different types of drums that come from all around the world – from Ireland to Nigeria – and the children had a chance to play the bongos and bougarabous. Then the performers all taught native dances from their own countries and everyone got up to try!

And look at Mícheal Ó'Súilleabháin and Mel Mercier's amazing collection of shoes - they really belong to the audience who were up singing and dancing during the show!

It’s cold outside but it’s lovely and warm in our winter wonderland at The Ark. There are only ten days of concerts left so make sure you don’t miss out!