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Music is Fun, and no where is this more apparent than in Sr. Karol’s music room in Kylemore Abbey. Education is a key principle in the Benedictine ethos and one which Sr. Karol practices every day. After entering the Benedictine Community of Kylemore Abbey, Sr. Karol taught music of all sorts to the students of Kylemore Abbey School – instrumental, vocal, choral, junior and leaving certificate – as well as serving the Benedictine Community as Choir Mistress and Chantress, for over forty years. Holding a Masters degree in Kodály Music Pedagogy, she is currently helping teachers in the Connemara area...

Nestled deep into the heart of the west of Ireland, Kylemore Abbey is one of Irelands most breath-taking locations. Kylemore Castle was built by Mitchell Henry in 1867 as gift for his wife Margaret following their honeymoon after being mesmerised by the beauty of the local landscapes.  Along with the castle, Mitchell Henry also built the Victorian walled gardens. The castle was completed in 1871 but unfortunately three years later his beloved wife Margaret passed away. After the passing of his wife Mitchell Henry lost interest in Kylemore and with the up keep costs being so expensive Mitchell Henry decided to sell. In 1903 the estate was sold to the Duke & Duchess of Manchester.   The glamourous couple...