Music Factory is a summer camp the ICO runs every July, brings children together from across Limerick city and the region to have fun, whilst developing their interest in music and the arts.

Since 2008 the ICO in partnership with Bank of America Foundation, has offered an enhanced Music Factory, designed to complement the regeneration of Limerick City.

Music Factory helps children to develop their inventive skills, providing them with access to music and the ‘hands on’ experience of composing and playing musical instruments, encouraging talents that might otherwise have gone unnoticed.

In addition, the project works to break down social barriers, bringing children from different backgrounds together to work to achieve common goals. Such experiences encourage a positive mindset that can enhance a child’s musical, personal and community experience.

Music Factory culminates in a ‘Family Fun Day’ which allows the ICO musicians to meet directly with parents as well as children.