On this episode of Celtic Music Lab, we dive deep into the subject of artist remuneration. Can you charge money for your art and still be a musician? What is the role of a modern musician and where does your revenue come from? We tackle this issue and more. Later, we feature and interview with...

On this episode of Celtic Music Lab, we talk about singers. First, we speak a little bit about Dick Gaughan who has had some recent health problems. There is a crowdfunding campaign that has been set up for his benefit. Later, we discuss Andy Irvine’s last US tour. We talk about the difficulties for musicians...

On this episode of Celtic Music Lab, we talk banjos. We go over a brief history of the instrument and delve into its origins. We even take a minute to discuss some of the innovations driven by musicians. Later, we talk about banjo players and the people who love them. Then, we have ourselves a...

On this episode of Celtic Music Lab, we talk about the lineup at the KC Irish Fest. We travel there in person to experience the best the festival has to offer. Then, we talk about the history of the concertina and its origins. Is it better to play standing up or sitting down? Later, we...

On this episode of Celtic Music Lab, a 61-year-old man dies in England after contracting an infection from his dirty bagpipes. He suffered from a previously unknown illness he had for seven years. Later, we go over the history of the pipes, from origins to modern day. Then, we discuss online portals for learning tunes and how...

This week on Celtic Music Lab, we talk about the Dublin Ohio Irish Fest. The festival draws a heap of folks and some wonderful music. We also discuss the Fleadh in Ennis and talk about the difficulties in judging folk music. Later, we go over some of the ground rules in session etiquette, the do’s and...