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All songs are sung by James Kelly, Paddy O'Brien & Daithi Sproule. 1. The Monaghan Twig/ John in the Mist (0:00) 2. Humours of Kilkenny/ Drops of Spring Water (1:51) 3. The Foxhunter's (4:17) 4....
Irish traditional music began as an oral tradition, passed on from generation to generation by listening, learning by ear and without formally writing the tunes on paper.
Irish traditional music (also known as Irish trad, Irish folk music, and other variants) is a genre of folk music that developed in Ireland. In A History of Irish Music (1905), W. H. Grattan Flood wrote that, in Gaelic Ireland, there were at least ten instruments in general use.
What you need to know about traditional Irish music. Even if you can’t recite any lyrics or names of musicians, you’ll recognise Irish music as soon as you hear it. A reel is the most common type of dance, carrying four beats in every bar, and you can tap along with a “one-two, one-two” rhythm.
A comprehensive guide to Irish Traditional music: tunes, instruments, regional styles, ornamentation, phrasing & variation; with audio & video examples
The Session is a community website dedicated to Irish traditional music. You can find tunes to play, find sessions to play them in, and join in discussions about the music. You can also find events (like concerts and festivals), or explore the track listings of recordings. You can contribute too.
Irish traditional music is among the most popular World Music genres of our time. Performed by Irish and non-Irish musicians throughout the world and patronized by audiences in diverse social...
Irish music is music that has been created in various genres on the island of Ireland. The indigenous music of the island is termed Irish traditional music (or Irish folk music). It has remained vibrant through the 20th and into the 21st century, despite globalising cultural forces.
Traditional Irish music, a genre steeped in history and emotion, encompasses the soulful sounds that echo the spirit of Ireland. Our cultural heritage is melodiously preserved through the timeless tunes played on instruments ranging from the fiddle to the bodhrán.
The Irish Traditional Music Archive (ITMA) is committed to providing free, universal access to the rich cultural tradition of Irish music, song and dance. If you’re able, we’d love for you to consider a donation.