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The tune "Father Kelly's" is actually titled "The Rossmore Jetty" by its composer, Father Patrick "PJ" Kelly. Kelly named it after the pier on the Shannon River near his hometown in Woodford, Ireland ☘️

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Good Morning and Happy Friday! A little something to help kick off the day! I sincerely hope you enjoy! ☘️

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Just a short clip to help get the day started! Wishing everyone a fantastic new day! ☘️

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“The Star of Munster" is a classic Irish reel in the dorian mode.It's one of the most recorded Irish tunes. The "star" in the title may refer to an admired woman, similar to "The Star of the County Down". Munster is a province in Ireland located in the south of the island. ☘️

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Traditional Ballad Aire...This tune appeared in Frank Kidson's traditional tune book: "A Collection of Ballad Aires" (1891). He collected it in Liverpool, England

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"The Ships Are Sailing" is a traditional Irish Reel (4/4 time) which is often played during Irish Seisiúns and dances. "Full Rigged Ship" or "Da Full Rigged Ship" is a Shetland Reel also played in 4/4 time. When I first heard these two played together, I just had to record it myself! ☘️

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View from my bedroom window yesterday afternoon and this morning…❄️

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Just some images near my home and within my home state and some wildlife activity around the pond. Soundtrack is a recording I did from one Scotland’s own Bard treasures, Dougie MacLean. It’s one of his original compositions titled “The Osprey” #traditionalmusic #celticmusic #music #scotland

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A tune I picked up as a child watching my Mother play it on this 1923 Lester Baby Grand piano which had been in our family for generations. I made this video as a tribute to my Mom and those happy memories!

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Good Morning! Three variations on the same traditional tune. I hope you enjoy! “The Walls of Liscarroll” #ireland #scotland #celticmusic #traditionalmusic #fiddle youtu.be/MQ8SfA5BNHA

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Brilliant Performance! Profound Message… www.instagram.com/reel/DFDwq3E...

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Good Morning! I hope you enjoy this set of 3 variations on this tune! on.soundcloud.com/UjMZydc8kNhX...

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"Mary and the Soldier" is a folk song that tells the story of a young woman named Mary whose lover, a soldier, is called away to war, leaving her heartbroken and longing for his return. I hope you enjoy! youtu.be/d2bi3oIweys

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A traditional ballad about Napoleon's exile to St. Helena in 1815. This was the most remote, bleak, and impregnable place that his captors could think of, situated in the middle of the South Atlantic. youtu.be/34JwRSmw_pY

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Lessor known tune by Turlough O'Carolan (1670-1738) who was a blind Celtic harper, composer and singer in Ireland whose great fame is due to his gift for melodic composition. Although not a composer in the classical sense, Carolan is considered by some to be Ireland's national composer.” - Wikipedia

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"Wild Mountain Thyme" is a traditional Scottish love song about a young man searching for a sweetheart in the summer. The song's lyrics are based on a poem by Robert Tannahill, and the melody is based on a variant of "The Braes of Balquhither".

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The song "Blue Diamond Mines" was written by Jean Ritchie, a traditional singer from eastern Kentucky's coal country. The song is about the coal mines in the area where Ritchie grew up.

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A traditional Irish tune believed to represent the story of a struggling student, from a poor family.The second tune, also known as the "Temperance Reel," is a traditional Irish fiddle tune that gets its name from the term "teetotaler”. Someone who abstains from alcohol. youtu.be/cdic5Xc_5aI

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"Catch the Wind" was the first release by Donovan. The single version featured Donovan's vocals with a string section. The song was re-recorded for Donovan's first album What's Bin Did and What's Bin Hid, without the vocal echo and strings and with a harmonica solo added. youtu.be/QuekS6PXLkc

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The song is a personification of the important crop barley. In the song, John Barleycorn is represented as suffering indignities, attacks and death that correspond to the various stages of barley cultivation, such as reaping and malting. I hope you enjoy! youtu.be/_VeowElNSw0

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Tuaimgréine is a small town in County Claire, with a ruined castle where the O'Gradeys used to lord it. The old church there was restored in the 10th century by the Irish hero-king, Brian Boru...

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Clip from an original piece I hope you will enjoy! If you enjoy Celtic Music please check out my YouTube channel at: YouTube.com/wedharris

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The tune is most commonly associated with the hymn "God on High.” The story lies in the lyrics, expressing a message of trusting God to handle the worries of the future, allowing for peace in the present moment. It reflects the sentiment of not letting anxieties about tomorrow burden you today. ☘️

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A little something to help start the day! This tune was composed by Graham Townsend and is named after the late CBC broadcaster and announcer of Don Messer’s Jubilee, Don Tremaine.

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A little tune to help kick off the day! I hope you enjoy! ☘️ #irishmusic #irish #traditionalmusic

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Going into surgery this morning. Will be back soon!

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Good Morning! A popular dance tune you may hear during a traditional session occasionally. I know it’s usually played at a much faster tempo but sometimes it’s nice not rush all the time as well ☘️ #fiddle #irish #traditional #music

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Better late than never, in honor of Scotland’s much respected, Robert Burns (25 Jan 1759 – 21 Jul 1796). He is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland and is celebrated worldwide. His poem (and song) "Auld Lang Syne" is often sung at Hogmanay (the last day of the year). - Wikipedia

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Changing the head on my 1923 Irish Tenor Banjo made by the Bacon Banjo Manf. Co. known for quality instruments. Smithsonian has a 1933 model on display. Interesting history! #traditionalmusic #irish #banjo #irishmusic

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The Star of Munster is a classic Irish reel, normally played in the key of A minor. On Kevin Burke’s 1978 album “If the Cap Fits”, he recorded a version in the lower key of G minor. In this key he was able to get a lot of extra open strings and drones, and a driving old timey American feel.

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“The White Petticoat” is a beautiful jig in the key of Em. As a fiddler this tune is a true test to your bowing technique because it crosses 3 strings through most of it and it’s in a minor key. Not to mention bowing on three strings can easily trip you up. I hope you enjoy! ☘️

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My take on this well known tune. I sincerely hope you enjoy! Full video and more at: YouTube.com/wedharris

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Good Morning and Happy NewDay! I sincerely hope you enjoy!! Have an awesome day! ☘️ #irishfiddle #scotland #ireland #traditionalmusic #fiddlemusic #music #acousticmusic #celticmusic

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Written by Stephen Foster in 1854, and its story is deeply rooted in the economic hardship and social turmoil prevalent in Pittsburgh, where he lived at the time, including widespread unemployment and a cholera outbreak; essentially, the song was a reflection of the "hard times" many people faced.

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