Ceoltóirí Chualann: The Band that Changed the Course of Irish Music —Peadar Ó Riada
Ceoltóirí Chualann: The Band that Changed the Course of Irish Music —Peadar Ó Riada
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‘This is the extraordinary story of a musical vision that changed the trajectory of traditional Irish music. It's a seminal work that belongs on every music lover's shelf.’ - Martin Hayes, fiddle player.
Discover the magic and genius of the revolutionary band Ceoltóirí Chualann, which reshaped the landscape of traditional Irish music.
-In this blend of memoir and historical narrative, Peadar Ó Riada illuminates the band's birth to the complexities of their trailblazing musical arrangements, composed by his father, the visionary Seán Ó Riada. This book showcases their ability to blend traditional Irish music with complex orchestration.
The magic of their story unfolds against the backdrop of a changing Ireland, where traditional music, once marginalised, began to find new expression and appreciation as their popularity and influence grew.
