The companion to Irish traditional music
By: edited by Fintan Vallely.
Contributors: Vallely, Fintan.
Publisher: New York University Press
Published: 1999
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 478
Subjects: Folk music -- Ireland -- Encyclopedias
Genres: Encyclopedias.
Other titles: Irish traditional music
Description: "Traditional music and song is Ireland's universally recognized cultural expression. Energetic debate on traditionalism in Irish music and a larger profile within the academic system has created a wealth of new approaches to playing and an expansion of academic research interests. The Companion attempts to draw much of this new work together."--BOOK JACKET.

"The Companion to Irish Traditional Music is not just the ideal reference for the interested enthusiast and session player, it also provides a unique resource for every library, school and home with an interest in the distinctive rituals, qualities and history of Irish traditional music and song."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 443-462) and discography (p. 463-478).