The NPR curious listener's guide to Celtic music / Fiona Ritchie ; foreword by Eileen Ivers.

Author/creator Ritchie, Fiona, 1960-
Other author National Public Radio (U.S.)
Format Book
EditionFirst Perigee paperback edition.
Publication InfoNew York : Berkley Publishing Group, 2005.
Descriptionxx, 246 pages ; 21 cm
Subjects

Contents What is Celtic music? -- The story of Celtic music -- Varieties of Celtic music -- Celtic music deconstructed -- The musicians -- The musuic -- Celtic music on CD -- The language of Celtic music.
Abstract This vigorously researched portrait of the Celtic music family explores the full spectrum of its passionate performers, their beloved instruments, and this timeless music. The insider insight, breadth, and clarity of these ideas make this work invaluable reading for anyone curious about the magical Celtic sound. The performers include: The Chieftains, Battlefield Band, Altan, Natalie MacMaster, Enya, Capercaillie, Dougie MacLean, and Eileen Ivers. The songs include: Auld Lang Syne, Song for Ireland, Si Bheag Si Mhor, Wild Mountain Thyme, Both Sides the Tweed, Niel Gow's Lament, and The Parting Glass.
General note"A Grand Central Press book."
General note"A Perigee book."
Bibliography noteIncludes discography (pages 175-194) , bibliographical references (pages 205-222), and index.
LCCN 2004053485
ISBN0399530711
ISBN9780399530715