Irish Music Magazine - November 2023 Issue
COVER STORY
GARADICE’S SANCTUARY
Seán Laffey talks to Eleanor Shanley about their new album and its deep Leitrim connections.
FEATURES
THE ROAD NOT TAKEN
It was the second week of September and The High Kings were starting their final US tour of the year when Seán Laffey had a zoom call with Darren Holden.
NIAMH BURY : A NEW IRISH VOICE
Mark Lysaght met Niamh recently via Zoom and she was able to tell him more about her burgeoning solo career and her plans for the future.
THE KINGS OF CONNAUGHT
Anne Marie Kennedy in conversation with Mark Costello for Irish Music Magazine.
THE JOURNEY WITH ROVER’S WAY
Keira & Matthew Young took time to tell Gráinne McCool about their love, music and new album.
COMMUNITY IS AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING
Dave Mahalik, Communications Manager with Cape Breton’s Celtic Colours International Festival, is in conversation with IMM’s Seán Laffey.
DAUGHTER OF THE WILLOW TREE
Seán Laffey in conversation with Tom Portman to discuss his new album.
DAVE FLYNN’S CROOKED CEOL
Seán Laffey finds out more about Dr. Flynn’s A Curious Compendium of Crooked Irish Tunes Volume 1 and its Donegal and New Zealand influences.
YOUR ROOTS ARE SHOWING
Ireland’s Folk Conference. A global celebration of folk music, education, and networking.
AICF CONFERENCE 2023
The Association of Irish and Celtic Festivals (AICF) Conference takes place in Galway, Ireland October 24-27.
FESTIVALS
A selection of wonderful Festivals and Summer Schools from Ireland & abroad.
RETURN TO LONDON TOWN
The 25th Return to London Town Festival, London’s annual Festival of traditional Irish music, song and dance runs from the 27th-30th October 2023.
TRADFEST ANNOUNCES FIRST 30 CONCERTS FOR 2024
Ireland’s largest gathering of trad and folk music is back bigger and better than ever with tickets on sale now and only available at www.tradfest.com.
CELTIC COLOURS INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
The very best of Cape Breton Island is showcased during nine magical days and nights of music, dance, scenery, and hospitality as the Celtic Colours International Festival, presented by TD Bank, returns for its 27th year, October 6-14.
REGULARS
TENOR BANJO FOUNDATIONS with Lisa Canny
Brought to you in association with the Online Academy of Irish Music (OAIM).
THE LEGENDS SERIES
Chapter 30 : Johnny Duhan. A career overview by Mark Lysaght for Irish Music Magazine.
STORY BEHIND THE SONG
Seán Laffey reflects on one of Clannad’s traditional songs, Siúil a Rúin that has a French connection, and finds the song is referenced in some major works of literature.
LIVE REVIEWS
FESTIVAL INTERCELTIQUE DE LORIENT
FIL 2023 L’annee de l’Irlande … the pipes, the pipes are calling! Mick Walsh reports for Irish Music Magazine.
CD REVIEWS
Another selection of CD Reviews from the International World of Folk and Traditional Music.
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