Welcome to Hang the Holly. You'll meet Laura MacKenzie this week as we take an inside look into the latest episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast.      The The Holly and The Ivy is already getting a ton of downloads. Over 1000 in less than a week after it came out. So I have high hopes that all of these incredible artists will special attention this holiday season.   Show #56 features Christmas music from The Irish Rovers, Steel Clover, Matthew Young, Emish, Spencer & Beane, Laura MacKenzie, Cantus Lunaris, The Jig Is Up!, Andrew D. Huber, Rosmerta, Haggis Rampant, A Shamrock in Kudzu, Sarah Marie Mullen, The Selkie Girls, The Gothard Sisters.   If you enjoy the show, please do all of these artists a favor. Share it with your friends on social or in your community.   You can also rate the podcast or post comments on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher. And of course, subscribe to the podcast at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.   And now Laura MacKenzie   It’s not hard to believe that Laura MacKenzie has Irish dance in her background – you can almost hear it when she plays her music! This talented artist has not only been the recipient of some coveted fellowships, but she also has her own designated namesake “day” in Minnesota because of her work in traditional Irish music. (In case you are wondering, it’s November 22nd.) Laura has been mentored by some wonderful musicians on everything from button accordion, to Irish flute, to Scottish smallpipes. Yes—she’s definitely one of those Celtic artists that plays numerous instruments! She has also been awarded some heavy-hitting titles, such as a Master Folk Artist, a "Celtic music wizard”, and a "High priestess of Celtic music”. It’s doubtful that any of these monikers were handed out lightly!   If you’re looking to lay in something unique in terms of holiday music, this lady presents some fun options. Yuletide Bagpipes is exactly what it sounds like—a nice collection of tunes, featuring a wide array of pipes. You’ll hear border pipes, smallpipes, lowland pipes, medieval greatpipes, and even some cornemuse. It’s hard not to feel festive with this type of music wafting through the air. The album begins with Joy to the World/I Saw Three Ships and offers 15 bright tracks that end with her version of Auld Lang Syne.   Celtic Holiday is another one of MacKenzie’s holiday albums; this one features 14 tracks with many favorites peppered throughout, such as “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing”, “God Rest Ye Marry Gentlemen”, and “What Child is This/The Greensleeves Jigs. There’s an especially haunting version of “O Come, O Come Immanuel” that is almost meditative. Just lovely. It’s always interesting to see what various artists do with the arrangement of tunes that are familiar to almost everyone. Each has their own take on how to present it, and this is especially true of holiday music like these tracks.   For those who can’t decide which of these sounds better, the obvious compromise would be to go with “Heigh Ho, The Green Holly”, which is a collection of Celtic Christmas music that was selected from both of the previous albums. It really is a good mix of the two. This would probably also make a great gift if you know someone who loves the pipes and is in need of a bit of holiday cheer this season. Quite honestly, we could probably all use a bit of that in 2020. Take a look at the track lists and see if one of these albums piques your interest, or tune in and hear Laura MacKenzie for yourself on show #56: The Holly and The Ivy. Visit her website www.lauramackenzie.com.   The Celtic Christmas Podcast is free to enjoy. However, it is supported by the generosity of Celtic music fans like you over on Patreon. Get Christmas Cheer. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com . Nollaig shona daoibh.

Welcome to Hang the Holly. I'll introduce you to LIZ MADDEN as we take an inside look at artists in the latest episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast.    "Little Christmas" is the final episode of 2020. It features Christmas music from The Jig Is Up, Cynthia Shelhart, Steel Clover, Abbots Cross, Liz Madden, Laura MacKenzie, Reilly, Sharon Shannon, deCeadaoin, Tiffany Schaefer, Emish, Stephanie Claussen, Celtic Woman, Runa, The Selkie Girls   The show is generously brought to you by the Patrons of the Celtic Christmas Podcast on Patreon. Please show your Celtic Christmas Cheer, make a pledge to support the show. You will find milestones on Patreon which will effectively launch this show in 2021.   If you enjoy the show, you can rate the show or post comments on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher.    Subscribe to the podcast at CelticChristmasMusic.net.   And now on to Liz Madden   Irish-born singer Liz Madden is a classically trained vocalist with multiple artistic talents. Not only does she have a cache of her own solo albums, but she is an actress and musical theater performer as well. In addition, she has done voiceover work and it’s easy to see why—her gentle, bright, clear voice is a pleasure to listen to, whether she is speaking or singing. Madden has delved deeply into studying the things she is interested in, and holds a Masters degree in music, and she is working toward one in theology as well. Her list of accomplishments really does go on and on, and they include everything from songwriting credits for film and television, to producing a live show, to winning multiple awards throughout the course of her career.   Such a full and total immersion in the arts shows fierce passion and a dedication to creating, and this is apparent in Madden’s musical history. She has contributed to 12 albums, and is actively involved in collaborating with other musical artists on a regular basis. Her albums tend to favor simple arrangements that allow her beautiful voice to be the centerpiece, with instruments serving as a support, rather than the central focus. It works well, and Madden’s voice is definitely worthy of having a place that is front and center. She has certainly earned it, developing her voice as a well-honed instrument in its own right. Not all singers are blessed with such an even measure of talent and passion, but this is a singer that certainly has a heaping spoonful of both.   Her holiday album, "Liz Madden’s Christmas Celebration" offers nearly an hour of music that ranges from delights such as the French carol Noel Nouvelet to some of the more expected holiday favorites like Joy to the World, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. The satisfying mixture of simple arrangements and a classically trained voice make this singer's holiday album a perfect choice for the season. A well thought-out grouping of 17 tracks provides a solid Christmas soundtrack that would make a terrific gift—or would blend in well with nearly any rotation of holiday music you may already own. Whatever you do, be sure not to miss Madden’s version of Silent Night—it’s a song that was meant to be covered by a vocalist with her range, and she does it beautifully, hitting those high notes with confidence and clarity.   Find out more about Liz Madden at LizMadden.co.   If you hear music you love in the Celtic Christmas Podcast, then support the artists. Buy something from them. Sign up to their mailing lists. And share the episode with your friends on social or in your community.     The Celtic Christmas Podcast is free to enjoy. However, it is supported by the generosity of Celtic music fans like you over on Patreon. Get Christmas Cheer. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com . Nollaig shona daoibh.

Hang the Holly is an inside look into the latest episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast. The first teaser episode of the 2020 season came out last week. I want to share a little bit about one of the artists in the show, namely Celtic Woman.   But first, the first episode of 2020 is show #55. It features Celtic Christmas music from eight Celtic artists with Christmas holiday music, including: Angus Mohr, Don Grieve, The Irish Rovers, Marc Gunn, Alexander James Adams, The Wee Heavies, Matthew Young, Celtic Woman.   Show #55 is a shorter episode. Most shows will be about an hour long. They also no available on Spotify or YouTube. So if you want to hear those shows, please subscribe the podcast at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.   Let's get on with the show.   Are you searching for a GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum, Celtic music group with a decidedly feminine sound to fill your home with warmth during the Christmas season? If so, you don’t have to look any further than Celtic Woman. Many fans of Irish music already adore this celebrated band, and with several Christmas albums to choose from, there’s something for everyone to listen to during the upcoming holidays! Since the band’s debut in 2005, this group has had a PBS special, performed at the White House, and even appeared on ABC-TV's Dancing with the Stars. All this from a group that was originally created for a single event! That tells you a little something about how special they are…   Although there is plenty of traditional appeal in Celtic Woman’s sound, they also bring a more contemporary flavor into the mix. This can be ideal for those who are searching for something fresh for the holiday season. You won’t have to worry about it being too modern, but you will hear an updated take on many of your seasonal favorites, and you may even hear some new tunes too! This, and the fact that they are an all-female group, might make a CD or DVD of theirs a perfect Christmas gift for someone on your list as well. There are a number of them out there – 15 CDs and 11 DVDs to choose from. Four of these CDs are dedicated to Christmas music.   Celtic Woman's A Christmas Celebration album made it onto Billboard's World Music Chart in 2006, and it remained there for 112 weeks in a row, so that would definitely be one to check out if you haven’t already. It’s the earliest offering of Christmas music by the band, and it was followed by Home for Christmas in 2012. The Best of Christmas was released in 2017, and their last holiday album was The Magic of Christmas in 2019, featuring songs such as 'The Wexford Carol’ and ‘Deck the Halls’, among others.   Fans of the band might find a bit of solace in listening to these CDs since Celtic Woman's much-anticipated 2020 tour has been cancelled due to COVID-19. While nothing is quite like live music, unfortunately this year a recording will have to do. New listeners can opt to add yet another layer to their Celtic Christmas spirit with music by these lovely ladies. Their angelic voices make the Christmas music shine, and each of these CDs has a decent number of tracks on them. It makes for a good introduction to the band’s sound, and will be a super add to the rotation of holiday tunes each year going forward.   What better way is there to celebrate the end to this long year than hearing Celtic Christmas songs drifting through the house as you decorate?    To get a taste of the band’s sound and their Christmas songs, be sure to subscribe to the Celtic Christmas Podcast. The show is free though it is supported by Celtic music fans on Patreon. I have featured Celtic Woman many times on past episodes. And they will be on again on future episodes.    Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com . Nollaig shona daoibh.

Welcome to Hang the Holly. This is an inside look into the latest episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast. Today, I'm gonna tell you about The Irish Rovers.    But first... the second 2020 episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast is now online. It's called The Holly and The Ivy. It features Christmas music from The Irish Rovers, Steel Clover, Matthew Young, Emish, Spencer & Beane, Laura MacKenzie, Cantus Lunaris, The Jig Is Up!, Andrew D. Huber, Rosmerta, Haggis Rampant, A Shamrock in Kudzu, Sarah Marie Mullen, The Selkie Girls, The Gothard Sisters.   If you want to enjoy an hour of Celtic Christmas music, rate the show. Then subscribe to the podcast at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.   Let's get on with the show.   Hailing all the way back to Toronto in the 1960s, The Irish Rovers are a well-regarded Irish band that have had the honor of being named the  “Folk Group of the Year” in Canada, appeared on TV shows in the U.S., and even hosted their own show on the CBC in the 1970s. Known for their Irish folk music—and their longevity—this band has produced more than 45 albums that people have enjoyed throughout the world, many times over.   If you’re searching for a good batch of Irish Christmas tunes, this Canadian band delivers a number of different collections to choose from. Piano for Christmas Time is a wonderful album of instrumental holiday music. The blend of songs is perfect for holiday dinners or tree trimming, or whenever you are looking to add a bit of Irish flavor to the mood of the day. This 10-track collection finishes off with a fun Christmas Eve medley, blending favorites like "Jingle Bells", "Frosty the Snowman", and "Here Comes Santa Claus" together to help get everyone in a festive mood.   Merry Merry Time of Year is another collection of Christmas music that provides 15 lovelies to round out any holiday collection, such as “Christ the King” and “Must Be Santa”. Also available—and a great choice if you're in the mood to kick back and watch a concert--be sure to try out their DVD, “The Irish Rovers Christmas”, which showcases the band (and guests!) at Chatham Ontario's historic Capitol Theatre, playing live. Not only will you hear great music, but the 2+ hours that were recorded also feature some sneak-peeks behind the scenes and other cool extras.   Those searching for a recognizable list of Christmas classics—Irish style—would do well to invest in “The Irish Rovers Songs of Christmas”, which kicks out some tried-and-true favorites. Included on this album are tracks like “Away in a Manger”, “We Three Kings”, and “Silent Night”, among others. And don’t miss the band’s fun take on “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer”, which makes you want to sing right along with them!   There’s something to be said for bands like The Irish Rovers, who have stood the test of time. Groups like this have truly developed a sound that is all their own. Playing together for so many years results in a seamless blending of musicianship, and the band is filled to the brim with Irish energy and enthusiasm. Whether you’re looking to round out a collection of Christmas music or want to share some Celtic-style tunes with friends or family as a gift, these albums make a terrific pick.    To get a taste of this band’s take on holiday music, you can now listen to show #56: The Holly and The Ivy.   The show is free to enjoy, as usual. However, it is supported by the generosity of Celtic music fans like you over on Patreon. You can subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com . Nollaig shona daoibh.

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Celtic Christmas music from The Jig Is Up, Cynthia Shelhart, Steel Clover, Abbots Cross, Liz Madden, Laura MacKenzie, Reilly, Sharon Shannon, deCeadaoin, Tiffany Schaefer, Emish, Stephanie Claussen, Celtic Woman, Runa, The Selkie Girls

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YOUR CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC THIS WEEK

0:04 - "The Little Christmas Set" by The Jig Is Up! from A Penny for the Wren

6:20 - WELCOME

CHRISTMAS WELCOME - Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic musician and host also of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. My goal is to introduce you to Celtic musicians who are making and sharing Christmas music.

6:51 - "That Night in Bethlehem (Don Oíche úd I mBeithil)/Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence" by Cynthia Shelhart from The Night in Bethlehem

10:03 - "Christ Child's Lullaby" by Steel Clover from Season of Love

13:15 - "I Saw Three Ships / Tripping up the Stairs / Blackthorn Stick" by Abbots Cross from Christmas Visions

16:27 - "The First Noel" by Liz Madden from Christmas with Liz Madden

19:42 - "We Wish You a Merry Christmas/Ding Dong Merrily on High" by Laura MacKenzie from Yuletide Bagpipes

22:15 - "Good King Wenceslas" by Reilly from Kick Ass Celtic Christmas

25:49 - GIVING THANKS

** The Celtic Christmas Podcast is now supported by generous people just like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $2 per episode pays for the production and promotion of the podcast, as well as my time in creating it. It allows us to share Christmas Cheer through Celtic culture and music. Bring the gift of Christmas to your ears this year, make a pledge at patreon.com/celticchristmas.

CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

** If you enjoy this podcast, you might also enjoy our Joyful Celtic Christmas Music playlist on Spotify. Follow the link in the show notes.

** Want more Celtic Christmas music? I have a webpage dedicated to it with playlists, Christmas albums, videos and more.

27:23 - "Christmas Time Again" by Sharon Shannon from Single

30:38 - "My Darling Asleep/Christmas Eve" by deCeadaoin from unreleased

34:22 - "To Drive the Cold Winter Away" by Tiffany Schaefer from Tara's Halls

40:13 - "What Child Is This" by Emish from Everlasting

42:51 - "The Traveler Benighted in Snow/The Bonfire" by Stephanie Claussen from Light so Brilliant: Carols and Tunes for Christmas

48:03 - "Amid the Falling Snow" by Celtic Woman from The Magic of Christmas

51:45 - "Brightest and Best / Gaudete / Noel Nouvelet" by Runa from The Tide of Winter

57:04 - - NOLLAIG SHONA DAOIBH - If you enjoyed this show, please LIKE and SHARE this episode. If you found a song you loved in this show, I list the show times and URLs for each artist in the notes. Follow the link in the shownotes to support the artists who support this podcast. Buy their music and merch, subscribe to their newsletters, and tell a friend about the great music you found.

Finally, subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is the official newsletter of the Celtic Christmas Podcast and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is 100% free to subscribe, and every week, you'll get an inside look into the latest Celtic podcast news. Sign up today, and you can download 34 Celtic MP3s for FREE!

59:00 - "Rug Muire Mac do Dhia" by The Selkie Girls from Winter Lore: Songs of Celtic Christmas Pronunciation: rug meerah mach dah yeer

The Celtic Christmas Podcast was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. The show was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to Apple Podcasts or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $2 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

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Spread Christmas Cheer. Listen and Share Christmas music from Celtic musicians. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.

Celtic Christmas music from: Runa, Stephanie Claussen, David Pedrick, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Steel Clover, Mark O'Connor, Marc Gunn, deCeadaoin, Andrew D. Huber, The Rogues, Sheri O'Meara, Abbots Cross, Reilly, Screaming Orphans, Prydein, The Jig Is Up!

This podcast is brought to you by the generosity of our Christmas Patrons. Sign up on Patreon to bring more episodes to your ears every November and December leading up to Christmas.

YOUR CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC THIS WEEK

0:01 - "The Snows they melt the Soonest / Wondrous Love" by Runa from The Tide of Winter

4:12 - CHRISTMAS WELCOME - Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic musician and host also of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. My goal is to introduce you to Celtic musicians who are making and sharing Christmas music.

4:45 - "Willie Take Your Little Drum / Il Est Né, Le Divin Enfant" by Stephanie Claussen from Light so Brilliant: Carols and Tunes for Christmas

8:50 - "Gower Wassail" by David Pedrick from Wintertide EP

12:12 - "Carol of the Birds" by Matt & Shannon Heaton from Fine Winter's Night

16:33 - "Snowflakes" by Steel Clover from Season of Love

18:36 - "Cherry Tree Carol" by Mark O'Connor from Appalachian Christmas

22:09 - "Jingle Bells" by Marc Gunn from Celtic Christmas Greetings

24:56 - GIVING THANKS

** The Celtic Christmas Podcast is now supported by generous people just like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $2 per episode pays for the production and promotion of the podcast, as well as my time in creating it. It allows us to share Christmas Cheer through Celtic culture and music. Bring the gift of Christmas to your ears this year, make a pledge at patreon.com/celticchristmas.

CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

** If you enjoy this podcast, you might also enjoy our Joyful Celtic Christmas Music playlist on Spotify. Follow the link in the show notes.

** Want more Celtic Christmas music? I have a webpage dedicated to it with playlists, Christmas albums, videos and more.

26:01 - "A Jig for Christmas/Merry Christmas" by deCeadaoin from unreleased album

29:36 - "Soft Silver Sound" by Andrew D. Huber from Lights & Snow, Vol. II

33:11 - "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" by The Rogues from Hellbound Sleigh

34:28 - "Lambs on the Green Hills" by Sheri O'Meara from Christmas Light

36:52 - "Silent Night/La Valse Des Jeunes Filles" by Abbots Cross from Christmas Visions

40:21 - "We Three Kings of Orient Are by Reilly from Kick Ass Celtic Christmas

45:03 - “Song We Used to Sing” by Screaming Orphans from a new Christmas single

48:25 - "Merry Xmas Everybody" by Prydein from Single

52:56 - NOLLAIG SHONA DAOIBH - If you enjoyed this show, please LIKE and SHARE this episode. If you found a song you loved in this show, I list the show times and URLs for each artist in the notes. Follow the link in the shownotes to support the artists who support this podcast. Buy their music and merch, subscribe to their newsletters, and tell a friend about the great music you found.

Finally, subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is the official newsletter of the Celtic Christmas Podcast and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is 100% free to subscribe, and every week, you'll get an inside look into the latest Celtic podcast news. Sign up today, and you can download 34 Celtic MP3s for FREE!

54:40 - "At Last I'm Ready for Christmas" by The Jig Is Up! from A Penny for the Wren

The Celtic Christmas Podcast was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. The show was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to Apple Podcasts or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $2 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

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Welcome to Hang the Holly. I'll introduce you to Runa as we take an inside look at artists in the latest episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast. 

"The Snows That Melt the Soonest" is the 4th episode of 2020 and show #58. It features Christmas music from Runa, Stephanie Claussen, David Pedrick, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Steel Clover, Mark O'Connor, Marc Gunn, deCeadaoin, Andrew D. Huber, The Rogues, Sheri O'Meara, Abbots Cross, Reilly, Prydein, The Jig Is Up!.

Spread Christmas Cheer. Listen and Share Christmas music from Celtic musicians. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.

Celtic Christmas music from:  Laura MacKenzie, Emish, Steel Clover, Seamus Kennedy, Stephanie Claussen, David Pedrick, The Barra MacNeils, Jennifer Cutting's Ocean Orchestra, Haggis Rampant, Jed Marum, The Rogues, Marc Gunn & Mikey Mason, Andrew D. Huber, Coyote Run, Angus Mohr & Friends, Mark O'Connor

This podcast is brought to you by the generosity of our Christmas Patrons. Sign up on Patreon to bring more episodes to your ears every November and December leading up to Christmas.

YOUR CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC THIS WEEK

0:01 - "Baloo, Lammy/ The First Noel" by Laura MacKenzie from Yuletide Bagpipes

4:04 - CHRISTMAS WELCOME - Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic musician and host also of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. My goal is to introduce you to Celtic musicians who are making and sharing Christmas music.

4:36 - "Joy to the World" by Emish from Everlasting

7:57 - "Christmas Eve Reel" by Steel Clover from Season of Love

9:32 - "Shepherds Arise" by Seamus Kennedy from Goodwill to Men

12:27 - "Bouree d'Avignon" by Stephanie Claussen from Light so Brilliant: Carols and Tunes for Christmas

14:58 - GIVING THANKS

** The Celtic Christmas Podcast is now supported by generous people just like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $2 per episode pays for the production and promotion of the podcast, as well as my time in creating it. It allows us to share Christmas Cheer through Celtic culture and music. Bring the gift of Christmas to your ears this year, make a pledge at patreon.com/celticchristmas.

15:45 - "The Snow It Melts the Soonest" by David Pedrick from Wintertide EP

17:29 - "Galician Carol" by The Barra MacNeils from The Christmas Album

20:35 - "Light the Winter's Dark" by Jennifer Cutting's Ocean Orchestra from Song Of Solstice: Celtic Music For Midwinter

24:26 - "Kirkin' the Midwinter" by Haggis Rampant from The Silver Glens

28:39 - "Oh, Come Emmanuel" by Jed Marum from Rejoice! A Christmas Album

34:31 - "Jingle Bells/Good King Wenceslas" by The Rogues from Hellbound Sleigh

36:59 - CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

** If you enjoy this podcast, you might also enjoy our Joyful Celtic Christmas Music playlist on Spotify. Follow the link in the show notes.

** Want more Celtic Christmas music? I have a webpage dedicated to it with playlists, Christmas albums, videos and more.

** If you find a song in this show that you love, you can find out more about the artist by visiting the shownotes at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. I list the show times and URLs for each artist in the notes.

38:42 - "The Hero of Christmas" by Marc Gunn, Mikey Mason from Browncoat Christmas

40:59 - "Something I Keep" by Andrew D. Huber from Lights & Snow, Vol. II

44:13 - "Boar's Head Carol" by Coyote Run from Tend the Fire

47:19 - "Fum Fum Fum" by Angus Mohr & Friends from A Christmas Pageant

52:56 - NOLLAIG SHONA DAOIBH - If you enjoyed this show, please LIKE and SHARE this episode. If you found a song you loved in this show, follow the link in the shownotes to support the artists who support this podcast. Buy their music and merch, subscribe to their newsletters, and tell a friend about the great music you found.

Finally, subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is the official newsletter of the Celtic Christmas Podcast and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is 100% free to subscribe, and every week, you'll get an inside look into the latest Celtic podcast news. Sign up today, and you can download 34 Celtic MP3s for FREE!

53:54 - "We Wish You A Merry Christmas" by Mark O'Connor from Appalachian Christmas

The Celtic Christmas Podcast was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. The show was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to Apple Podcasts or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $2 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

#celticchristmas #celticchristmasmusic #wewishyouamerrychristmas

I'll introduce you to Stephanie Claussen as we take an inside look at artists in the latest episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast. 

We Wish You A Merry Christmas is the 3rd episode of 2020 and show #57. It features Christmas music from Laura MacKenzie, Emish, Steel Clover, Seamus Kennedy, Stephanie Claussen, David Pedrick, The Barra MacNeils, Jennifer Cutting's Ocean Orchestra, Haggis Rampant, Jed Marum, The Rogues, Marc Gunn & Mikey Mason, Andrew D. Huber, Coyote Run, Angus Mohr, Mark O'Connor.

Spread Christmas Cheer. Listen and Share Christmas music from Celtic musicians. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.

Celtic Christmas music from The Irish Rovers, Steel Clover, Matthew Young, Emish, Spencer & Beane, Laura MacKenzie, Cantus Lunaris, The Jig Is Up!, Andrew D. Huber, Rosmerta, Haggis Rampant, A Shamrock in Kudzu, Sarah Marie Mullen, The Selkie Girls, The Gothard Sisters

This podcast is brought to you by the generosity of our Christmas Patrons. Sign up on Patreon to bring more episodes to your ears every November and December leading up to Christmas.

YOUR CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC THIS WEEK

0:03 - "Christ the King" by The Irish Rovers from Merry Merry Time of Year

4:18 - CHRISTMAS WELCOME - Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic musician and host also of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. My goal is to introduce you to Celtic musicians who are making and sharing Christmas music.

4:55 - "The Holly and the Ivy" by Steel Clover from Season of Love

6:32 - "The Wren" by Matthew Young from Waking the Wren

8:41 - "Kings" by Emish from Everlasting

11:15 - "Santa Maria" by Spencer & Beane from On Christmas Day in the Morning

14:57 - "Joy to the World/I Saw Three Ships" by Laura MacKenzie from Yuletide Bagpipes

18:58 - "Good People All" by Cantus Lunaris from Spirits and Carols

25:24 - GIVING THANKS

** The Celtic Christmas Podcast is now supported by generous people just like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $2 per episode pays for the production and promotion of the podcast, as well as my time in creating it. It allows us to share Christmas Cheer through Celtic culture and music. Bring the gift of Christmas to your ears this year, make a pledge at patreon.com/celticchristmas.

** Want more Celtic Christmas music? I have a webpage dedicated to it with playlists, Christmas albums,videos and more.

** If you find a song in this show that you love, you can find out more about the artist by visiting the shownotes at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. I list the show times and URLs for each artist in the notes.

26:32 - "The Four Kings" by The Jig Is Up! from A Penny for the Wren

30:50 - "The Yeti & The Reindeer" by Andrew D. Huber from Lights & Snow, Vol. II

33:37 - "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" by Rosmerta from Yule (EP)

37:39 - "Canon in D" by Haggis Rampant from The Silver Glens

40:54 - "Pretty Little Baby" by A Shamrock in Kudzu from Kudzu for Christmas

43:24 - "I Wonder As I Wander" by Sarah Marie Mullen from In the Moon of Wintertime

46:35 - "Imeanueil" by The Selkie Girls from Winter Lore: Songs of Celtic Christmas

51:38 - CHRISTMAS FAREWELL - If you enjoyed this show, please LIKE and SHARE this episode. If you found a song you loved in this show, follow the link in the shownotes to support the artists who support this podcast. Buy their music and merch, subscribe to their newsletters, and tell a friend about the great music you found.

Finally, subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is the official newsletter of the Celtic Christmas Podcast and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is 100% free to subscribe, and every week, you'll get an inside look into the latest Celtic podcast news. Sign up today, and you can download 34 Celtic MP3s for FREE!

52:54 - "Hark, the Herald Angels Sing" by The Gothard Sisters from Falling Snow

The Celtic Christmas Podcast was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. The show was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to Apple Podcasts or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $2 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

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