Irish Music and the Piano: from Shebeen to Stage
This entertaining and ear-warming special is filled with Irish folk and traditional tunes transcribed, arranged and composed for piano, which is in itself unique. In Ireland, the instrument almost always missing from a traditional Irish music ‘session’ is the piano, but Irish music is increasingly being championed and performed by classical pianists.
The special explores the history of the piano in Irish music and features recordings by Barry Douglas, John O’Connor, Michael McHale and Ruth McGinley. We’ll also hear from the artists themselves, talking about why Irish music is important to them and to classical music in a broader context.
Host
Andrea Blain
Andrea Blain (she/her) is a freelance host/producer for Minnesota Public Radio and APM. She has hosted several national specials in the past and was also a regular host for Music Through the Night. Andrea lived in Northern Ireland prior to working for APM and in May 2022, she returned to live in Ireland. She continues to work on a freelance basis on a variety of projects and broadcasts.
Length
One hour
Show Clock
ContentDepot File Transfer
Preview audio available: February 24, 2023
Playlist Available: February 28, 2023
Promo spot available: February 22, 2023
Program rundown available: February 28, 2023
Date content will be uploaded: February 28, 2023
Broadcast Window
March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Broadcast Rights
Affiliate stations may carry this program multiple times before April 1, 2023. The program must be carried in its entirety. No excerpting is permitted. Simulcast streaming rights are available for this program. Prior to carrying this program, stations must contact their American Public Media Station Relations Representative.
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