The Thistle & Shamrock

The Thistle And Shamrock: Bonnie And John

April 28, 2010 • Meet fiddler Bonnie Rideout and her mentor and friend, musicologist Dr. John Purser as they lead us on a journey into the remarkable world of fiddle piobaireachd (pron: pee-burock). This music, usually played on bagpipes, is deeply evocative of Scottish landscape and heritage.

The Thistle And Shamrock: Springsong

April 21, 2010 • Here are the full flavors of the season in life affirming acoustic sounds from the coastal communities of the Atlantic archipelago.

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The Thistle And Shamrock: The Silver Collection

April 7, 2010 • From timeless vinyl to pioneering mp3s, enjoy an hour of musical masterpieces from over 25 years of Thistle with Liz Carroll, Alan Stivell, Christy Moore and Lunasa.

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The Thistle And Shamrock: Mando Banjo Magic

March 31, 2010 • Stringed instruments of all sorts help forge this music's identity. This week we feature two that have become central to its sound with Seamus Egan, Jane Rothfield, and Gerry O'Connor.

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The Thistle And Shamrock: Essential Celtic

March 24, 2010 • How do you inject a Celtic core into your music collection that will reflect the past and present, honoring the purity of tradition and the spirit of innovation? It's a tall order but we have some suggestions this week to enhance any collection.

The Thistle And Shamrock: Essential Celtic

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The Thistle And Shamrock: Fiddle Styles

March 15, 2010 • Sample the tasty fiddle flavors of music from Celtic roots with Catriona Macdonald, Pete Clark and Celtic Fiddle Festival.

The Thistle And Shamrock: Fiddle Styles

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The Thistle And Shamrock: Welsh Roots

March 10, 2010 • Check out some of the emerging roots music from Wales with established and emerging artists, including master of the Welsh triple harp Robin Huw Bowen and singer songwriter Meic Stevens.

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The Thistle And Shamrock: New Gaelic Voices

March 3, 2010 • Explore the branches of contemporary song sprouting from the roots of ancient vocal traditions with Alyth McCormack, Nuala Kennedy and Julie Fowlis.

The Thistle And Shamrock: New Gaelic Voices

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The Thistle And Shamrock: Alison Brown and Garry West

February 23, 2010 • Get the insider's perspective on the music business from the co-founders of an independent record label and hear how banjo player Alison Brown has pushed her instrument into new musical territory to secure an international following from fans of jazz, bluegrass, and new acoustic music.

The Thistle And Shamrock: Alison Brown and Garry West

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The Thistle And Shamrock: What's New?

February 17, 2010 • The new releases come thick and fast to our radio show mailboxes in the U.S. and Scotland. This week we catch up on the latest music from your favorites and discover the new artists to win deserved airtime with their debut releases.

The Thistle And Shamrock: What's New?

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The Thistle And Shamrock: Eternal Burns

February 9, 2010 • Join us in marking the annual celebration of the birth of the Scotland's National Bard with an hour of musical innovation and tradition inspired by Robert Burns' legacy.

The Thistle And Shamrock: Eternal Burns

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The Thistle And Shamrock: Berry Pickers, Song Makers

January 15, 2010 • They camped across the land performing seasonal farm labor and repair work for the settled community. Along the way they picked up songs and stories and became a great source of traditional balladry and storytelling. We hear the music of the traveling folk of Scotland and Ireland this week.

The Thistle And Shamrock: Berry Pickers, Song Makers

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The Thistle And Shamrock: John Doyle

January 14, 2010 • Guitar master, singer, producer John Doyle is one of the most versatile artists in Irish music. Find out about his signature rhythmic guitar style, how he develops his irresistible arrangements and his life as a transplanted Dubliner in the mountains of North Carolina.

The Thistle And Shamrock: John Doyle

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The Thistle And Shamrock: New Year New Voices

January 7, 2010 • Open your heart to fresh sounds from some unforgettable voices and discover why Celtic singers and songs have such international appeal. Listen for Pauline Scanlon, Bodega, Cara Dillon, Loreena McKennitt.

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The Thistle And Shamrock: Connemara

January 2, 2010 • Best known for the Grammy winning "Riverdance," Bill Whelan has played with legendary band Planxty and produced records for U2. His "Connemara Suite" was written for traditional musicians in a chamber orchestra setting. Hear excerpts from Whelan's music along with other sounds from Ireland's wild west.

The Thistle And Shamrock: Connemara

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