Ancient bards, Welsh gipsies, and Celtic folklore in the cauldron of regeneration

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The author discusses the decline in bardic traditions in 19th Century Wales and their revival by the dominant culture in the 20th Century. Topics include the role of gypsies in sustaining Celtic culture and the rise of the Roberts and Wood families as performers of ancient Welsh music.

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Fanning the Celtic flame: music patronage and practice in contemporary Ireland

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The author examines the Celtic music phenomenon in Ireland and the question of whether Celtic music exists independently of traditional Irish music. The role of music festivals in Galway, Ireland, in the debate over what constitutes traditional music is analyzed..

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Celtic music and the growth of the feis movement in the Scottish Highlands

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The author discusses the renewed popularity of Gaelic music in the Scottish Highlands. Topics include the evolution of the Gaelic song tradition in Scotland and the resurgence of feisen, or musical festivals.

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