Gaelic Song Stories
Deirdre GrahamDeirdre Graham takes a look at the stories and themes behind Scottish Gaelic songs.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 13 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Categories | Society & CultureMusic HistoryMusic | ||||
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The final episode in this series sees Deirdre Graham in conversation with renowned singer, Kim Carnie. They explore bloody murder through Gaelic song, choosing a song each that holds a gruesome tale behind them.
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Deirdre Graham in conversation with Rona Lightfoot about her upbringing in South Uist, the links between piping and Gaelic songs, and a canntaireachd lesson!
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Deirdre Graham hosts a conversation with Gaelic singer and songwriter, Rachel Walker about two of her own compositions; Sgàthach celebrates the revered warrior queen from Skye and Gormshùil, the most powerful of the West Coast witches.
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Deirdre Graham in conversation with Dòmhnall Ryno Morrison about some songs and poetry connected to World War 1, with a closer look at the communities that were affected at home, as well as the communities formed in the trenches.
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Deirdre Graham in conversation with Gaelic singer and screen star Kathleen MacInnes over Òran na Cloiche; the song that celebrates the retrieval of the Stone of Destiny from Westminster Abbey in 1950.
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Deirdre Graham in conversation with Fiona J MacKenzie about the folklorist Margaret Fay Shaw who wrote the book, 'Folksongs and Folklore of South Uist', as well as contributing to an enormous legacy of archive recordings at Canna House with her husba... more
Deirdre Graham is joined by her mother, Kirsteen Graham, a Gaelic singer and tutor who steeped Deirdre in songs and stories from childhood. Together they share a couple of songs connected to Skye as well as the lore surrounding them.
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Deirdre Graham hosts a conversation with Gillebrìde MacMillan on the role of the cèilidh house as well as the unbroken chain of Gaelic song compositions.
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Reviews
- Excellent
Fun and hugely informative. Well done. Many thanks.
Apple Podcasts5Paul Cromey
United Kingdom2 years ago Rich, kind and inspiring. It gives a wonderful insight into Gaelic culture.
Podcast Addict52 years agoJohnnie MacLeod- Episode 4
I have thought about all that was said in episode 4 and it was so great to hear other ladies saying it out loud too. I have loved the wailing songs and Scottish songs with similar themes and find them important but also struggle with how/where to present them, and you all put my thoughts into words. Wonderful. I perform Scottish and Irish tunes and also play at local sessions in America. For years when people wonder what I like/ why I play Celtic music, I say that I love how the songs tell st... more
Apple Podcasts5Frebstra
United States3 years ago - Gaelic song fans will love this!
I enjoyed listening to every episode, and learned so much about gaelic songs as they are rooted in the lives of those who created and sang them, at home, around the Scottish diaspora. Great presenter and wonderful guests. Fascinating!
Apple Podcasts5V. CampbellUnited States3 years ago - Sàr mhath!
Is e pod-craoladh sgoinneil a th’ ann, tha mi air an t-uabhas ionnsachadh, abair tlachd a th’ ann a bhith ag èisteachd. Aoighean fiosrachail, guth brèagha aig Deirdre. Cha b’ urrainn na b’ fheàrr… An aon rud a dh’iarainn… ‘s e is gum biodh e sa Ghàidhlig!
Apple Podcasts5ElapopsUnited Kingdom4 years ago - Gaelic song stories
Beautifully presented with fresh insights from a range of guests on Gaelic songs. Thoroughly recommend a listen.
Apple Podcasts5AMML5United Kingdom4 years ago - Gaelic song stories
Beautifully presented Gaelic song stories. Giving life to songs from past times. Great to listen to the background to these songs and keeping them alive today.
Apple Podcasts5cathsm5United Kingdom4 years ago - Absolutely brilliant
Gaelic Song Stories is a best Podcast l have ever heard. It is absolutely fascinating in its wealth of shared knowledge. The presentation is just superb. Although low key, it is full of warmth and bubbling with wisdom. These are tremendous lectures, each one. They are as accessible as conversations with old friends. My only regret with these podcasts is that l didn’t hear them 40 years ago . I cannot wait for the next series. A massive thanks to Deidre Graham. Absolutely Brilliant!
Apple Podcasts5Ghillie MacEachern
New Zealand4 years ago - Enjoyable and Informative Podcast
Give this podcast a chance if you are interested in Scottish culture, history, music and/or Gaelic.
I just stumbled upon this podcast by accident and randomly decided to listen to it. I am enjoying it so far and hope that more episodes are made. This lady has such a lovely voice and the conversation is very informative. I feel like I’m right there, sitting in a coffee shop with them listening to the conversation and songs.
Apple Podcasts5Fab Red Head
Canada4 years ago - Fascinating music and history
I’ve very much enjoyed your first two episodes, and I look forward to hearing more. Tapadh leibh!
Apple Podcasts5Lex in AKUnited States4 years ago - Like a good book that you can't put down
As someone who plays bagpipes and who is enamored with Scottish culture, I find this podcast to be very interesting and edifying. Highly recommend it for people who love Gaelic Song and who want to learn more about it!
Apple Podcasts5SalmunMUnited States4 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #109 | United Kingdom/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #97 |  South Africa/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #166 |  Russia/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #237 |  Netherlands/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #243 |  Spain/Music/Music History |
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