“Breaking Wind in Church”: Talk on local songs by Jim Carroll
“In those days, if a man farted in church somebody made a song about it.” That’s how one singer described the local tradition to Jim Carroll and Pat Mackenzie, and it’s where this talk gets its name.
Drawing on songs he and Pat collected in West Clare, Jim explores how people turned everyday happenings and bigger events into songs. Some gave the neighbours a laugh. Others kept stories alive long after the events themselves had faded from memory.
The 45-minute talk will be followed by a singing session hosted by Seán Lyons. Bring a song if you’d like to share one, or come along and listen.
Saturday 28 November 2026 at 3pm · Doolin Inn Free event
