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This book represents a unique and diverse collection of Celtic music (over 400 songs). A significant attempt was made to locate and include the ancient traditional music of the Celtic countries, particularly the British Isles. There are many tunes, now otherwise lost, which were collected from native speakers in Ireland Scotland and the Hebrides Islands around the turn of the 20th century. More than eighty of the songs include native language other than English.
Beyond Celtic music this book give particular attention to Irish musical culture. As a bonus, a considerable number of popular Irish songs have been included. These are the songs that arose in the 19th and early 20th centuries, such as those made famous by Thomas Moore, various American Tin Pan Alley composers, and other entertainers (from the Emerald Isle and elsewhere) who were influenced by the Irish.
Includes an introductory Gaelic pronunciation guide and song index by nationality, chords, melodies and lyrics for all songs.
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This product was added to our catalog on Monday 30 June 2008.
