Irish dancing is a major part of Ireland’s culture and and it shows no sign of fading as we head deep into the 21st century…thanks in no small part to modern technology.
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Celtic Thunder -the kings of Social Media
Kathie Boyter is one of Celtic Thunder’s most devoted fans. Here she gives a personal view how social media has helped the band forge an unbreakable bond with fans across the world. Celtic Thunder, the …
Irish trad sessions – sharing music and the craic
Anne Brady wanted a way to find traditional music venues in Ireland where she could meet up with other musicians. Her solution was to set up a website called findtradfolk that lists sessions all across …
Festivals in Ireland
Anne Brady runs the traditional Irish music site, Findtradfolk. Here she highlights some of the festivals taking place around Ireland this summer. There is a plethora of festivals taking place around Ireland this year, particularly …
Folk and rock legends play Rory Gallagher Festival
This year’s Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival has attracted some legendary performers from both folk and rock music. Irish band Horslips will be the headline act on a bill that also includes Bryan Robertson, formerly …
International stars at the Temple Bar TradFest
Temple Bar TradFest aims to bring Irish traditional music to tens of thousands of Irish and international visitors to Temple Bar from Wednesday to Sunday, January 25-29. It also aims to do so with affordable …
Get involved in open trad sessions at Temple Bar
There’s more to the Temple Bar Tradfest than just watching the stars perform. You can get involved yourself with open sessions being held throughout the festival. All you need to bring is a musical instrument …