Music of Ireland

Irish Folk Music dates back thousands of years, but collections only date as far back as the 18th century.  It is believed that Irish folk music survived more strongly than that of other European countries because Ireland was not a battlefield during either world war and because the country’s economy is derived mostly from agriculture. The music was preserved for collectors such as: George Petrie, Edward Bunting, Francis O’Neill, and Canon James Goodman. An example of Irish Folk song is “Danny Boy” is considered by many to be an Irish anthem. Written in 1910, the song has many interpretations including from a woman to a man and from a father to his son going off to war. It has been covered by many artists including Connie Francis, Seamus Kennedy...

Now I'm going to talk about Irish Musical Istruments:



- Concertina: In the early 19th century, Charles Wheatstone invented the symphonium, a brass-reeded instrument that was a precursor of the harmonica. In 1844 he modified it so th
at the air that powered the instrument was provided by a bellows, and the concertina was born. The concertina is often use in Irish folk music.



- Harp: it is an ancient instrument that has always been connected to Celtic music (it's one symbol of Ireland), above all in the most aristocratic environment. Celtic harps are generally smaller and can be played over one's knees.











Ireland has too, famous singers and bands. For example:


- Enya: She born on 17th of May in 1961 in Gweedore, Donegal, she's an Irish singer. She sing songs of new age.


- U2: are an Irish rock band from Dublin. Formed in 1976, the group consists of Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton , and Larry Mullen, Jr.