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Mar 30, 2008, Irish Fairies, The Good People

So as not to offend the "Good People" I've decided to give the Irish fairies a section of their own on this website. I don't think you want to offend them either, to find out why just read on.

Mar 9, 2008, Bodhran Drums; The Controversy

Until I started research for this page I didn't realize there was a controversy over bodhran drums. Are they ancient or are they new to Celtic music?

Mar 2, 2008, The Irish Tin Whistle

The Irish tin whistle is one of the oldest Irish musical instrument. At the very least it is the descendant of a whistle mentioned in Irish myth.

Mar 2, 2008, The Irish Fiddle Primer

I think you already know that the Irish fiddle is not the second cousin once removed of a violin. They are the same instrument. The only difference is the style of playing.

Feb 24, 2008, Celtic Harps; An Introduction

This page will introduce you to Celtic harps. You won't learn how to play one here, but you'll learn some history and hear some music from Celtic harps.

Feb 21, 2008, Uilleann Bagpipes; A Brief History and Tutorial

Here you'll find everything you wanted to know about Uilleann bagpipes (but were afraid to ask). You'll also find videos of a fine Uilleann piper or two.

Feb 17, 2008, Irish Musical Instruments: A History of a Musical People

You can't have Irish music without Irish musical instruments. This is where you can learn a little history about the instruments behind the very popular Celtic music of today.

Feb 3, 2008, Irish Stew Recipes, A Few Of The Many

Irish stew, those words alone give you feelings of a warm kitchen, the smell of potatoes, meat, and vegetables blending together in the oven or on the stove to complete the ultimate of comfort foods.