Other radio programmers may be scrambling to catch up with this trend but the CKUA Radio Network, operating out of small studios at the University of Alberta, has known for a long time that Celtic-influenced music has tremendous appeal for music lovers. With his soft brogue and wicked sense of humour, Andy entertains and educates his audience on the marvelous diversity of musical styles that reflect the influence of the Celtic tradition.
Selections range from gentle traditional ballads to hard-driving rock tunes complete with bagpipes.
On any given night, listeners might hear the Tannahill Weavers, Dougie Maclean, Loreena McKennit, Sinead O'Connor, the Rankin Family, the Pogues, Silly Wizard, the Chieftains, Christy Moore, Ashley McIsaac or The Waterboys. Established in 1927 as Canada's first public broadcaster, CKUA reaches 85 percent of Albertans through satellite delivery with 17 transmitters located throughout the province. The station's unique contribution to Canadian broadcasting is built in part on its massive music library, collected over seven decades. For local FM frequencies, see the CKUA website. For more information, send email.