The day when all Americans become at least a little bit Irish for the day. Here's a group of songs I found to share with you today - since traditional Irish music is usually quite good.
A traditional tune by one of my favorite Gaelic singers.
Leaving Limerick - presented by Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh
This song must be close to the hearts of any recent immigrants from Ireland. Leaving places and people behind is always painful.
Muireann's beautiful voice treats this song perfectly.
A very Irish woman presenting things in quite a unique way.
Over the Hills and Far Away - presented by Patty Gurdy
I love listening to Patty. Her voice just works perfectly with her lovely instrument. Mind, not all songs work perfectly with the hurdy gurdy, but it's perfect with Irish music.
But it's not just the songs and voices that can be traditional - some of the instruments in this group are very uniquely Irish.
Traditional Irish Music Session - presented by the Online Academy of Irish Music
What can I say? Traditional Irish music is lively and beautiful and features some amazing instrument such as the Irish bagpipes.
Here are some of those amazing Irish bagpipes - and if you think it looks like an easy instrument to play, take a look at this very interesting video about how difficult they are to play!
Playing the Uilleann Bagpipes for the very first time - Jeff Simmonds
Wow! I truly admire these guys now!!! I've played a number of instruments myself, but I think I can safely say that I will probably leave these ones for someone else!
Like the next feature...
Seamus Ennis playing Uilleann Bagpipes - shared by peabodyharris
Whoa! After watching how difficult it is to play - and now to watch one of the best pipers of modern day, what can you say?! This is just amazing.
I did manage to find a:
WTF selection of the day
Irish Paddy Style - presented by Paddyman Music
I featured this piece back when I did the Gangham Style musical foray and just had to dig it back up for this St. Patrick's Day foray. It's weird, but wonderful in a weird sort of way... What can I say?
Today's Finale!!!
Saint Patrick's Day Leprechaun Hula Hoop Dance Irish Jig Music Song - presented by hoopsmiles
Okay, kind of a weird finale, for sure... but I liked this guy's choice of music combined with his incredible talent! Consider this your "Ireland's Got Talent" feature of the day!
That's it for today! I hope you had as much fun as I did!
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Lori Svensen
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