Irish Music Magazine - August 2003
Ireland
Cosmic Celtic
Aidan O'Hara met Rossa O'Snodaigh of Kila to talk about the group's new Luna Park CD.
Rain of Light
Mairtin O'Connor one of the greatest exponents of the button accordion in the world is busier than ever, writes Ita Kelly
The Floating Bow Hand
He's what we used to call a "character" and he has a way with a bow does master fiddler Jim McKillop. John Brophy discovered a lot more when he visited the maestro to ostensibly talk about his new video, but you get much more than that from this entertaining ex-Mariner.
Europe
Down the Old Silk Road
The Battlefield Band take Celtic Music beyond the bounds of Europe as they travel the Great Silk Road. Robin Morton reports.
United Kingdom
Eddi's Got a Burning Passion
Aidan O'Hara talks to Eddi Reader about her new CD of 'Robbie Burns' songs.
North America
Milwaukee Irish Fest
It's the biggest Irish Festival in the world and we will again be there this August at Lakeside, catching the crowds, the bands, fishing for bottles and waiting in line for those giant Omaha spuds. Absorb that special immigrant Irish atmosphere and take a look at what's on offer with our preview of Wisconsin's finest.
Regulars
Story Behind the Old Songs
This month Dan Milner looks back on an important sean-nos conference held at the university of Wisconsin in February.
Up and Coming
Waifs and Strays
Ita Kelly meets a duo who recall the great work of Francis O'Neill, borrowing the title for their debut album and wouldn't you know, it's another pairing of the real McCoy from Clare.
Tuition
Another in our series of tutorials brought to you this month in association with Halshaw Music.
Live Reviews
They came in busloads from Germany, plane loads from Boston and car loads from the three counties of Sliabh Luachra. John O'Shea brings us a report on the great Gathering at Killarney.
Book Review
Alex Monaghan takes a look under the covers of Donogh Hennessy's tune book straight out of the Lúnasa gig bag.
CD Reviews
Another selection of CD reviews broght to you in association with Gael Linn.