January 17, 2025 Your Roots Are Showing Conference, INEC Arena, Killarney, - Photo Credi

YOUR ROOTS ARE SHOWING (YRAS)

Music connects us. YRAS builds what sustains it.

The YRAS Association is a year round cultural organisation supporting artists, education, and international music exchange across Ireland and beyond.

Through membership, programmes, and our flagship conference, we connect artists, industry, communities, and partners to ensure music can thrive sustainably.

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WHY WE EXIST

YRAS is a member supported cultural association working year round to strengthen artists, education, and international music exchange.

We create access to opportunity, knowledge, mentorship, and global industry connection so artists and music communities can build sustainable futures.

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January 16, 2025 Your Roots Are Showing Conference, INEC Arena, Killarney, - Photo Credi

What We Do Year Round

YRAS delivers programmes supporting artists, education, professional development, and international collaboration throughout the year.

ACCESS

Artist bursaries, showcasing opportunities, and mentorship connecting artists with international industry leaders.

TOOLS & INFRASTRUCTURE

Instrument Bank initiatives and practical support helping artists sustain long term careers.

EDUCATION

Outreach programmes and music business learning opportunities for emerging musicians.

KNOWLEDGE & CONNECTION

Podcast, webinars, and mentorship sharing experience from global music professionals.

YEAR ROUND IMPACT

Workshops and initiatives supporting artists and communities beyond the annual conference.

PROGRAMMES

Become Part of YRAS

YRAS is a member supported cultural organisation working year round to strengthen artists, education, and international music exchange.

Membership supports artist bursaries, outreach programmes, mentorship, and learning initiatives while connecting you to a global community of artists, industry professionals, and cultural partners.

Together, we are building sustainable infrastructure

that supports music and creative careers

beyond any single event.

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Supporting artists and industry across Ireland and around the world.

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The YRAS Global Gathering

Each year, the global YRAS community gathers in Belfast for our international music conference and showcase.

Artists, industry leaders, educators, and cultural partners come together to exchange knowledge, build relationships, and create opportunity across borders.

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Voices From the YRAS Community

“The Your Roots Are Showing conference has quickly become one of my favorite events - I’ve gone three years in a row. The panels, showcases, gig fair, late night sessions, and the overall sense of cooperation make YRAS a big winner. I’ve made so many friends there, laughed a lot, and heard many incredible musicians. YRAS is well-run and always well thought out. It’s a week I look forward to every January."

Ron Block

Alison Krauss & Union Station

Grammy Winning Artist