HighFidelityJJEpisode 24 Broadcast on the 24th October at 7pm on RTE Lyric Fm From O'Riada to Riverdance
From Sean O Riada's epic 'Mise Eire' to Bill Whelan ground-breaking composition for 'Riverdance' this weeks' episode traces the story of Irish composition in the age of recording and the legacy of people like O'Riada to contemporary artists and performers like Crash Ensemble. Some of the voices you will hear include Sinead O'Connor, Enya and Iarla O' Lionaird.
athenamediaieEpisode 3 broadcast on 17th October 2011 on the Today with Pat Kenny Show on RTÉ Radio 1, presented by Ella McSweeney
The Woolly Way
It’s a fact all too well known if you farm sheep for a living – but it’s still a surprise to those of us who don’t - to learn that Irish wool, once a premium product, is hardly ever used in knitting anymore. Aran Sweaters, Foxford Rugs, Donegal Tweed - all synonymous with Ireland, and all made with imported wool. One lady who is trying to boost the market for Irish wool is Freda McGill, who keeps rare breed Wendsleydale Sheep in Co. Down. She runs the “Wool Initiative” that connects craftspeople with farmers.
christmasi have cds for sale the funds are goin to macmillan cencer to help fund the new cancer centre at antrim area hospital.im the warden up at springhill house moneymore, belonged to the national trust. the cds will be their and will be in certain shops over christmas.i will keep you posted about this.thanks alot for your support