The Big Green of Irish Music Volume 1: The Definitive Collection of Irish Traditional Music

The Big Green of Irish Music Volume 1 is the definitive collection of Irish traditional music. This comprehensive 4-CD box set features over 100 tracks from some of the biggest names in Irish music, including The Chieftains, The Clancy Brothers, and The Dubliners.

The Big Green Book Of Irish Music, Vol 3: Airs, Hornpipes & Polkas

by Tamar Herman

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Language	:	English
File size	:	2527 KB
Print length	:	106 pages
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The box set is divided into four CDs, each with its own theme. CD 1, "The Heart of Ireland," features traditional Irish songs and ballads. CD 2, "The Spirit of Ireland," features instrumental music from Ireland's four provinces. CD 3, "The Soul of Ireland," features Irish dance music. And CD 4, "The Legacy of Ireland," features contemporary Irish music.

The box set also includes a 64-page booklet with liner notes by renowned Irish music scholar Harry Bradshaw. The liner notes provide detailed information about each track, as well as the history of Irish traditional music.

The Big Green of Irish Music Volume 1 is the perfect collection for anyone who loves Irish music. It's a comprehensive and authoritative collection that will appeal to both casual listeners and serious fans alike.

Track Listing

CD 1: The Heart of Ireland

1. The Irish Rover - The Dubliners
2. Molly Malone - The Clancy Brothers
3. Danny Boy - The Chieftains
4. The Rose of Tralee - De Dannan
5. Whiskey in the Jar - The Pogues
6. The Fields of Athenry - Paddy Reilly
7. Spancil Hill - The Bothy Band
8. The Parting Glass - Christy Moore
9. The Black Velvet Band - The Dubliners
10. The Wild Rover - The Clancy Brothers

CD 2: The Spirit of Ireland

1. The Star of the County Down - The Chieftains
2. The Lark in the Clear Air - The Bothy Band
3. The Sally Gardens - De Dannan
4. The Cliffs of Moher - The Clancy Brothers
5. The Cooley Reel - The Chieftains
6. The Donegal Reel - The Bothy Band
7. The Galway Reel - De Dannan
8. The Kerry Reel - The Clancy Brothers
9. The Mayo Reel - The Chieftains
10. The Sligo Reel - The Bothy Band

CD 3: The Soul of Ireland

1. The Siege of Ennis - The Chieftains
2. The Dublin Reel - The Bothy Band
3. The Galway Hooker - De Dannan
4. The Kerry Polka - The Clancy Brothers
5. The Mayo Jig - The Chieftains
6. The Sligo Jig - The Bothy Band
7. The Donegal Jig - De Dannan
8. The Galway Jig - The Clancy Brothers
9. The Kerry Jig - The Chieftains
10. The Sligo Jig - The Bothy Band

CD 4: The Legacy of Ireland

1. The Irish Blessing - The Chieftains
2. The Parting Glass - Christy Moore
3. The Fields of Athenry - Paddy Reilly
4. The Rose of Tralee - De Dannan
5. The Sally Gardens - The Bothy Band
6. The Star of the County Down - The Clancy Brothers
7. The Cliffs of Moher - The Dubliners
8. The Cooley Reel - The Chieftains
9. The Donegal Reel - The Bothy Band
10. The Galway Reel - De Dannan

Liner Notes

The liner notes for The Big Green of Irish Music Volume 1 were written by renowned Irish music scholar Harry Bradshaw. The liner notes provide detailed information about each track, as well as the history of Irish traditional music.

Bradshaw begins the liner notes by discussing the origins of Irish traditional music. He notes that Irish traditional music is a living tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation for centuries. He also discusses the different regional styles of Irish traditional music, and the influence of outside cultures on Irish music.

For each track on The Big Green of Irish Music Volume 1, Bradshaw provides a brief description of the song or tune, as well as information about the artist who performed it. He also discusses the historical and cultural context of each track.

The liner notes by Harry Bradshaw are an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about Irish traditional music. They provide a wealth of information about the music, the artists, and the culture that created it.

The Big Green of Irish Music Volume 1 is the definitive collection of Irish traditional music. It's a comprehensive and authoritative collection that will appeal to both casual listeners and serious fans alike. The box set includes over 100 tracks from some of the biggest names in Irish music, as well as a 64-page booklet with liner notes by renowned Irish music scholar Harry Bradshaw.

If you're a fan of Irish music, then The Big Green of Irish Music Volume 1 is a must-have for your collection. It's the perfect way to experience the rich and vibrant tradition of Irish traditional music.

The Big Green Book Of Irish Music, Vol 3: Airs, Hornpipes & Polkas

by Tamar Herman

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2527 KB
Print length	:	106 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE