March 17 is St. Patrick's Day and whatever your annual tradition is, searching for a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow might be on the list. Unfortunately, while you're unlikely to discover a hidden ...

St. Patrick's Day is on Monday, March 17. Whatever your annual tradition is, whether it's attending a parade or dining on corned beef and cabbage, make sure to wear green in support of the Emerald ...

St. Patrick’s Day is already conjuring visions of corned beef, potatoes and soda bread in foodies’ heads all over the globe. But did you know that corned beef isn’t traditionally Irish? This year, ...

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The TG4 Gradam Ceoil, one of the most important events for celebrating traditional Irish music, will take place in Co Limerick this Sunday night, April 23. Often referred to as "the Oscars of ...

There's the sound of banjos, fiddles and tin whistles everywhere, as Irish trad music enjoys a roaring resurgence. It's resonating "fiercely" with young people, who "roar out the lyrics" in pubs under ...

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Every day’s a school day. As recently as yesterday, I had never heard of Nancy Spain except in the great Irish ballad of that name, usually sung by Christy Moore (including once, in an amped-up punk ...

A look at the evolution of Irish dance, from its origins to its mix with other cultures. Featuring performances by some of the greatest dancers of our age, this program charts the evolution of Irish ...

The best folk albums tend to suit this time of year—the muddy oranges, browns and greens; the slowing-down after frenzied summers; the darkness. Blending an embrace of the melancholy with an interest ...