St John's Church Knockainey Event

Roof of the World Knockainey

Tashi Lhumpo Monks - Roof Top Tour

Event Date: Thursday 19th September 2024

Time and Location: From 8pm St. John's Church, Knockainey, Co Limerick V35HA89

From the Roof of the World" presents chant, mantras, music and dance by eight Tibetan Monks from Tashi Lhunpo Monastery who open a magical window on to a world of reincarnation and Buddhist mysticism which has inspired audiences in theatres and festivals throughout Europe. From the contemplative, mesmerizing chant of Buddhist texts to swirling costumed masked dances accompanied by ancient Tantric musical instruments including horns made from human leg bones, skull-drums, cymbals, bells and with the shattering sound of the dungchen (long horns), the Monks evoke the atmosphere of sacred Tibet: an experience of an ancient culture accessible to all, with introductory explanations offering additional insight into this endangered world.

Eventbrite Tickets €18.00 + booking fee.