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Entertainment

Learn to play Irish music, Part 2: Finding a teacher

In this series, IrishCentral takes you through all you need to know if you want to play Irish traditional music.

Education

How to choose which Irish instrument to learn how to play

From the guitar to the bodhrán, here are the pros and cons of learning how to play different Irish instruments!

Entertainment

Luke Kelly of The Dubliners most popular songs

Luke Kelly, Irish singer and folk musician of The Dubliners, was one of Ireland's most beloved singers.

Entertainment

Best songs of the 1916 Easter Rising

Stirring historic songs written in honor of the people involved in the events 1916 Easter Rising events.

Culture

WATCH: Irish music group honors 9/11 anniversary with stirring performance

Ardú, an award-winning vocal music group from Ireland, has released a new version of "The Phoenix" ahead of the 20th anniversary of 9/11.

History

The amazing story behind the Irish ballad “I’ll Take You Home Again Kathleen”

It is one of the most significant and beloved Irish songs ever written but “I’ll Take You Home Kathleen” is not of Irish origin.

Craic

WATCH: Niall Horan's hilarious opening monologue on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Irish musician Niall Horan dispelled a few American myths about Ireland during a hilarious stint as guest host of Jimmy Kimmel Live! in the US on Tuesday night.

News

Electric Picnic back on the cards as organizers call for festival to go ahead

Electric Picnic organizers have appealed to Laois County Council to change their decisions in light of comments made by Ireland's Chief Medical Officer.

Entertainment