Welcome to a new episode of Music At Maddens Podcast with me, Lynette Fay.

This week we welcome Piaras Ó Lorcáin & Bláithín Mhic Cana  to the podcast.

This week in the snug, Lynette is joined by South Armagh’s Bláithín Mhic Cana and her former student Piaras Ó Lorcáin to share how a few songs around a kitchen table grew into a thriving cultural revival.

Bláithín talks about turning her classroom singing into home gatherings where people of all ages learn traditional songs, creating bonds that go far beyond the music.

Piaras recalls the power of singing “Séamus Mac Murchaidh” in the very shed where the outlaw was waked 300 years ago, and how his breakthrough with “Seán Gower” brought South Armagh’s tradition to international attention.

Together they show how mentorship, community, and heritage come alive when songs are passed on with heart, a conversation full of history, connection, and inspiration.

Enjoy!

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