Irish Music Guide

Thirty years ago, Irish traditional music was an undercurrent, even in its homeland. Today it outsells all other international ethnic music. A Guide to Irish Traditional Music takes readers through the geography and history of the song and dance, the music and folklore. Gloriously illustrated with over 200 superb, colour photos, this guide is the unique testament of an extraordinary leap from fireside and community to concert stage and stardom. This book is a must-read for anyone who wishes to negotiate Irelands vibrant music scene.Vallely, Fintan is the author of 'Irish Music Guide', published 2001 under ISBN 9780312278113 and ISBN 031227811X.