IRISH CULTURE RESOURCES

Irish Music, shows and Music Education broadcast from Ireland and local stations.

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NPR

The Thistle & Shamrock: The archives of the show with host Fiona Ritchie where she explores Celtic roots music on her weekly radio program.

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TG4

TG4 is the National Irish Language Public Service Broadcaster. The TG4 Player is a Global Hub of Irish language and Cultural Content, freely available for audiences worldwide. Music, Sport, Documentaries, Kids.

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Thistle Radio

Fiona Ritchie hosts the Thistle & Shamrock show through the streaming platform Mixcloud.

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Scrúdú Ceol Tíre

On-line site launched by Comhaltas for students of traditional music at all levels. The Scrúdú Ceol Tíre (SCT) program is a graded series of exams designed to take you as a musician from basic proficiency in tune-playing through to a mastery of the tradition. Along the way you’ll develop your knowledge of music theory, improve your listening skills and research the history of tunes, styles and musicians

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WGBH

Archives from the 89.7 Boston Public Radio Show, A Celtic Sojourn, where host Brian O’Donovan explores traditional and contemporary music from around the Celtic world, connecting emerging artists to their deep musical roots. Tune in to listen any time.

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Irish Radio

9:00am–12:00 noon

The Adrian Flannelly Show. Archives also available. First broadcast in May 1969, this program has enjoyed phenomenal growth and popularity as Irish America’s first talk radio show. The show is firmly established as a favorite with Irish Americans.

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