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The Lyric Feature

RTÉ lyric fm
Mic Quinn
Irish Traditional Music Archive
Irish Traditional Music
Folk Arts
Folklore
Climate Crisis
County Armagh
Cuckoo
Migration
Donegal
Séamus Ennis
Music Composition
Traditional Music
Storytelling
Folklore Commission
Environmental Activism
Biodiversity
Ring Of Gullion Festival
Humorous Tales
Irish Culture

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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Traditional Irish musicians from Donegal reinterpret scores collected by Séamus Ennis in the 1940s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This two-part series presented by J.J. O'Shea brings us the fruits of a project initiated by folklorist Ríonach Uí Ógáin and supported by the Irish Traditional Music Archive. This episode revisits tunes and songs which were transcribed and notated by... more

Out of the Marvellous asks what can artists learn from the monastic way of life? Writer Sara Baume visits St. Mary’s Cistercian Abbey in Glencairn, Co. Waterford. She speaks to the nuns there about prayer, silence and mystery and hears from other art... more

Rosa Mulholland (1841-1921) was a best-selling Victorian author of ghost stories, novels and essays whose work has been largely forgotten. Dr Sara Lodge explores her life, work and forward-thinking views on the role of women in society, follows in he... more

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Catherine Lang
Specialist in Irish women's writing at Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick
Episode: Wanted, An Irish Novelist | The Lyric Feature
Susan Cahill
Author and former associate professor of Irish literature in Montreal
Episode: Wanted, An Irish Novelist | The Lyric Feature
James H. Murphy
Writer and researcher who has extensively written about Rosa Mulholland
Formerly of DePaul University in Chicago and Boston College
Episode: Wanted, An Irish Novelist | The Lyric Feature
Damien Burke
Archivist at the Jesuit Archives in Dublin
Episode: Wanted, An Irish Novelist | The Lyric Feature
Tommy Burke
Local resident of Inishbofin
Episode: Wanted, An Irish Novelist | The Lyric Feature
Andrew Murray
Proprietor of the Dunmore Hotel and singer on Inishbofin
Episode: Wanted, An Irish Novelist | The Lyric Feature
Gráinne Hassett
Architect and researcher
Architectural practice off Thomas Street
Episode: Recalling the Layers | The Lyric Feature
Angela Tobin
Local historian
Episode: Recalling the Layers | The Lyric Feature
Cathy Scuffle
Local community member
Episode: Recalling the Layers | The Lyric Feature

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Thank you Anya, Brien and team for a beautiful, fascinating, informative series. Bill@mushroomstuff.com

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    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.

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    Tartanrose
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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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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Q: How has it been these past few months for you?
It's been fantastic but also challenging as I navigate my new role and manage expectations.
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Q: What does that melody mean to you?
It brings nostalgia and memories of my grandparents from Northern Ireland.

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Focused on the intersection of music, literature, culture, and the arts, this series provides a rich tapestry of storytelling that highlights Ireland's vibrant creative scene. The episodes often feature guests from various fields, including conservation, folklore, and music, exploring topics such as environmental challenges, historical narratives, and cultural exchanges. The unique approach involves personal anecdotes, interviews, and original music, making subjects like ecological preservation and artistic heritage not only informative but also beautifully interwoven with local folklore and contemporary issues. This series stands out for its commitment to highlighting both traditional and modern Irish narratives, making it appealing to tho... more

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2. Susan Cahill
3. James H. Murphy
4. Damien Burke
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7. Gráinne Hassett
8. Angela Tobin

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