Ireland Folk Music
learn about the folk music of ireland and the instruments
Where did Ireland folk music originated from?
The Celts originally came from Eastern Europe around 500BC. Undoubtedly they were influenced by the music of the East. It is often speculated that the Irish Harp originated in Egypt.
when did Ireland folk music start?
There are several collections of Irish folk music from the 18 century, but it was not until the 19th century that ballad printers became established in Dublin.
The Flute
In the Irish folk music, the wooden flute has six finger holes to play the sounds
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOZE5lurgt0
The Banjo
The banjo is a mainstay of American old-time music.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8N6iqvgUSQ
relaxing ireland folk music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7kFhJJTjvY
Here's a performance of the irish instruments
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEJQuwHm88I