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The Wandering Bard

Brandon Kennedy

The folk songs and music that has survived for centuries often has stories to tell beyond the lyrics. Sometimes, there might not even be lyrics, but behind them lie unbelievable tales. I hope to bring the history of this music to life, as well as travel around the country and world to collaborate and speak with folk musicians, have a couple tunes together, and maybe even a pint or two

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This week we pay tribute to legendary trad-punk singer, poet, and multi-instrumentalist Shane McGowan. Famous for his role in bands like the Nips, and the Pogues, this larger than life figure made a lasting impact on the face of Irish traditional mus... more

A cracking, though rarely played, reel based on a Scottish folk tale of female empowerment.

A rousing tune named after the island at the "edge of the world" and its (maybe) marriage traditions.

Join me in celebrating the life of the recently passed, legendary accordion player, Joe Burke. An award winning musician that has left us an incredible catalogue of music and the gift of tunes to generations of people. Thanks for the tunes Joe.

A curious gypsy fiddle with a long lost brother, discussing the resurgence of Cremona in contemporary violin making and a family lineage that destined him to be a player and maker of violins. Rich Maxham regales us with a variety of stories that is s... more

A tricky little hornpipe written for? by? a wonderful Irish poet and member of the Catholic parish. As usual, the the history gets tricky as we uncover not one, but TWO Father Dollards. Its a two for one episode as we head to Canada for a poetry read... more

Up the Banner County as we take a look at a heralded group of Wild Geese fighting on French soil. Stumbled across in an old Irish Song book, this gallant ballad recounts the deeds of the musket wielding foot soldiers fighting for the Jacobite cause.

A wonderfully classic folk tune written for the media figure from the 1960s. Or was it....?

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Folk Music Deconstructed

    Fun and informative, obviously well- researched. Easy to listen to. Definitely has a place on public radio.

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    Eremus Orem
    United States7 years ago

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