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The Lyric Feature

RTÉ lyric fm
Ireland
Folklore
Conservation
Climate Crisis
Dublin
Irish Traditional Music
Poetry
Cuckoo
Irish Language
Burren
Eagles
Winifred M. Letts
Mic Quinn
Traditional Music
Lapwing
Migration
Folk Arts
John Quinn
Biodiversity
Irish Traditional Music Archive

Irish broadcaster RTÉ lyric fm's weekly documentary slot. Programmes about music, literature, visual arts and other areas where creativity is manifest. Broadcast on Sundays at 6pm on RTÉ Lyric FM.

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Chorus member and documentary maker Róisín Power opens the door into the world of the National Symphony Chorus of Ireland to ask why singers continue to give their time, their voices, and their hearts to this extraordinary ensemble as it celebrates i... more

Theo Dorgan explores poetic, mythical, historical and cultural links between Ireland and Galicia in north west Spain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary Brophy explores the influences, characters and obsessions that brought Ireland's historic gardens into being. Part 2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary Brophy explores the influences, characters and obsessions that brought Ireland's historic gardens into being. Part 1

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Melanie Brown
Alto in the choir, PhD in ethnomusicology
National Symphony Chorus Ireland
Episode: A place in the choir | The Lyric Feature
Maura Travers
Founding member, joined January 1985
National Symphony Chorus Ireland
Episode: A place in the choir | The Lyric Feature
Norrie Egan
Founding member, joined January 1985
National Symphony Chorus Ireland
Episode: A place in the choir | The Lyric Feature
Mark Dooley
Former Choral Director (1995–2011)
National Symphony Chorus Ireland
Episode: A place in the choir | The Lyric Feature
John Kinsley
Composer (to be featured next week)
RTÉ Lyric FM
Episode: A place in the choir | The Lyric Feature
David Clarke
Scot, Professor of the Institute of Irish Studies
Amergin Institute of Irish Studies, University of A Coruña
Episode: Our half lost cousins - Lyric Feature
Keith Payne
Poet
Friend of Theo Dorgan, Vigo chapter
Episode: Our half lost cousins - Lyric Feature
Sue Garrido Pombo
Singer
Sugarrido Pombo and group Traspielas
Episode: Our half lost cousins - Lyric Feature
Manuel Gargo
Professor of Communications, curator of exhibitions
University of Compostela
Episode: Our half lost cousins - Lyric Feature

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Theo Dorgan
Host of The Lyric Feature; RTÉ Lyric FM

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Great. Wish all the 'Root and Branch' episodes were still available on this podcast or even the 'Naturefile' podcast though. Only about half of the episodes are available.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Gerald Downing
    3 months ago
  • Thank you Anya, Brien and team for a beautiful, fascinating, informative series. Bill@mushroomstuff.com

    Podcast Addict
    5
    billodea
    a year ago
  • Root and Branch ep. 2 - Hazel

    Oh I so love this meditation on the Hazel. For after a lifetime being called ‘Hazel-nut’ - and worse ( in England where it is less seen ) after listening I feel it is a beautiful name and I can now be pleased I am called Hazel. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tartanrose
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Longform storytelling with strong archival research, making complex histories accessible for curious listeners.
Listeners often praise the emotional depth and the breadth of topics, from gardens to monastic life, as thoughtful and enriching.
Root and Branch ep. 2 - Hazel: Listeners note the podcast creates a sense of calm and appreciation for meaningful personal stories.

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Master of the Musick | The Lyric Feature
Q: What new material or discoveries did the research team uncover about Dubourg and his odes?
Scholars describe the archival work that led to the realization that many odes survived only in scattered manuscript form; researchers reconstructed performances by aligning librettos with music and dating pieces from the 1720s to the 1760s, allowing a more complete understanding of his birthday odes and their context.
Master of the Musick | The Lyric Feature
Q: How did Matthew Dubourg's background and training influence his ability to lead Handel's orchestra in Dublin?
The host and guests explain that Dubourg was trained in a vibrant European violin tradition, studied under notable teachers, and absorbed Corelli and Vivaldi styles, which informed his flexible, virtuosic playing and leadership style; his early promise and connections enabled him to command high standards in Dublin and London alike.
Recalling the Layers | The Lyric Feature
Q: What would you like someone new to the area to see?
Look at the community and ask the locals about their history.
Feather & Flock - Eagles | The Lyric Feature
Q: What do local beliefs say about the behavior of eagles in relation to livestock?
There have been fears that eagles would take lambs, but it is extremely rare and usually not true for white-tailed eagles.
Feather & Flock - Eagles | The Lyric Feature
Q: What are the ecological benefits of reintroducing these eagles?
They help balance ecosystems by reducing populations of smaller predators and increasing biodiversity.

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Across sample episodes, the show blends deep dives into literature, history, architecture, music, and landscape, often tying local Irish culture to wider Atlantic connections. Guests range from scholars and writers to artists and preservationists, weaving memory, place, and cultural exchange into documentary storytelling. A standout pattern is the meticulous archival approach paired with intimate, life-centered storytelling—whether revisiting Burren ecology, 18th‑century Dublin music, or cross‑cultural exchanges with Galicia—creating a thoughtful, richly sourced listening experience that rewards curiosity about heritage and creative practice.

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Recent guests on The Lyric Feature include:

1. Melanie Brown
2. Maura Travers
3. Norrie Egan
4. Mark Dooley
5. John Kinsley
6. David Clarke
7. Keith Payne
8. Sue Garrido Pombo

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