A Holiday collection of Christmas music to tug at your heartstrings with Gaelynn Lea today as we spread Christmas Cheer.

It's Celtic Christmas Podcast #63. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.

 

WELCOME TO THE CELTIC CHRISTMAS PODCAST AND PLAYLIST

I am Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic musician and I love Christmas music.

This podcast is funded by people just like you on Patreon. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion, and production of the podcast and our companion playlist. You?ll find a link to both in the shownotes.

Sign up for as little as $1 per episode on Patreon to spread Christmas Cheer today in 2022. Because this is the last episode of the year.

But if you subscribe to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, then you will also enjoy another episode of Celtic Christmas music coming this week.

FEATURED PLAYLIST: Celtic Christmas 2021

My final Celtic Christmas Playlist of the year is now completed. It features over 30 artists with amazing music to celebrate the holiday, from the slow and peaceful to the upbeat and rollicking. You can enjoy over two hours of Christmas music on this playlist.

And of course, if you?re a patron, you can download a podcast version of the show on Patreon.

Listen to Celtic Christmas 2021 now on Spotify.

?Angels We Have Heard on High (feat. Al Church)? by Gaelynn Lea from Deepest Darkness, Brightest Dawn

That was from today?s special holiday guest. She is on the latest Celtic Christmas Playlist.

HOLIDAY FEATURE: Gaelynn Lea

Traditional fiddle music tugs at the heartstrings, and it infuses feeling into what is otherwise notes on a page. There?s something transformative about it. Not only has Gaeylnn Lea mastered her craft, but her experimental use of this time-honored instrument adds yet another dimension to the sound. Melodies are stretched and harmonies are crafted by her use of live looping, paired with obvious classical training. It?s updated, and ultimately, very satisfying. Cellist Zoe Keating springs to mind as one listens to Lea?s use of her chosen instrument. It?s no wonder she has drawn attention for her music?she has really been carving out her own niche in the industry.

Gaelynn has been playing the violin for over two decades, and there?s little doubt she?s comfortable with bow in hand. It really does take a person mastering an instrument before experimentation can be successful. The challenge is to depart from the norm and create something unique?all while expanding on previous training. The skill is still in there--but the music grows larger and more full. This is what Gaelynn does, and it?s a pleasure to hear the thread of the familiar woven in with the freshness of something new at the hands of an experienced artist.

The musician has been recognized for her work?being chosen as the winner of NPR Music?s 2016 Tiny Desk Contest, recognized as a benchmark in the world of music. This competition brings in thousands of submissions, and to win is quite the accomplishment!

Those who are looking for a forward-looking holiday collection of music will want to investigate Lea?s album, "Deepest Darkness, Brightest Dawn". The tracks that are included here boast many of the well-known popular carol names, such as Angels We Have Heard on High, Silent Night, Away in a Manger, and O Come, O Come Emmanuel--but you haven?t ever heard them played like this before.

The 14-track album is an easy fit for anyone who is a true strings aficionado, and it would round out any collection of holiday music. Perfect for everything from a romantic candlelight dinner with your love, or at a family gathering, ?Deepest Darkness, Brightest Dawn? is a delight to listen to. Experience the joy of hearing Christmas favorites that are coaxed into a new form through the hands of a talented musician.

You can find out more about Gaelynn Lea at https://violinscratches.com/

?Silent Night? by Gaelynn Lea from Deepest Darkness, Brightest Dawn

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It?s a Celtic Christmas jam session with Abbots Cross today as we spread Christmas Cheer.

It's Celtic Christmas Podcast #62. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. 

WELCOME TO THE CELTIC CHRISTMAS PODCAST AND PLAYLIST

I am Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic musician and I love Christmas music. This podcast is funded by people just like you on Patreon. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion, and production of the podcast and our companion playlist. You?ll find a link to that playlist, and the artist, in the shownotes.

As a patron, you also get an extended podcast of each playlist. The music podcast version is exclusive to Patreon. Sign up for as little as $1 per episode on Patreon to spread Christmas Cheer today!

 

FEATURED PLAYLIST: Christmas Driving Music

Our latest playlist features music that is perfect for a Christmas Drive. Gather up your presents. Hop in the car. Let's go for a drive to visit family and friends with this delightful playlist of Celtic Christmas music for driving down the road.

Listen to Christmas Driving now on Spotify.

?God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen / Pathways / The Kesh? by Abbots Cross from Christmas Visions

That was from today?s special holiday guest?Abbots Cross. They are on the latest Celtic Christmas Playlist-Christmas Driving Music.

HOLIDAY FEATURE: Abbots Cross

Pair up two experienced musicians who enjoy Celtic music and what do you get? Well, in this case, you get Abbots Cross! One half of this duo is Alan Booth, who plays guitar, fiddle, and provides the vocals for the group. Alan comes from a musical family and has been steeped in it all his life, starting with piano at the tender age of five, and having two music teachers for parents. He even does musical volunteer work in the Pittsburgh area where he?s from?and has traveled all the way to Kenya to share his deep love of singing and playing instruments. 

The second half of this duo is Mike Clancy, who provides the percussion, as well as the Irish flute and whistles to the mix. Also a seasoned musician, he has performed for several of the Broadway shows that have traveled to Pittsburgh. Mike plays with several bands in addition to Abbots Cross, and has even created original jazz compositions and released them to CD himself. 

It?s easy to see how the blending of these two men would provide the foundation for a solid band, and they do come together well to highlight their considerable talents! The holiday album, ?Christmas Visions? is a 10-track offering that has such interesting arrangements?and they are deftly played. Clancy?s flute takes center stage in many of these tracks, and it just adds so much to the music. In particular, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen is just fantastic. These guys know how to stay true to the spirit of a holiday song while experimenting with what you can do with the music. Everything on this album has a very natural, free-flowing feel to it. It?s as if the arrangements are loose and the two musicians just get in the groove and have a good time pushing their abilities. A veritable Christmas ?jam session?!

Don?t miss Si Bheag, Si Mhor / The First Noel. It?s hauntingly beautiful, beginning with the flute and then picking up the guitar gently in the background. This track builds slowly and easily with a warmth and genuineness that is very pleasing. Deck the Halls is happy and cheery as it should be, but also paired with a Christmas Eve Reel, adding that Celtic flavor and appeal. 

This holiday compilation by Abbots Cross is a real treat, and a standout among the many Christmas albums. Don?t miss the chance to add something different to your collection of Celtic music that will help you get into the mood for celebrating! 

?Si Bheag, Si Mhor/The First Noel? by Abbots Cross from Christmas Visions

 

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Follow them on streaming and add one of their songs to your playlist. You can also buy music from them, sign up to their mailing list and share this episode on social media. Use the hashtag #celticchristmaspodcast

The Celtic Christmas Podcast is free to enjoy. However, it is supported by the Christmas Cheer and generosity of people like you over on Patreon. 

Celtic Christmas Podcast was produced and edited by Marc Gunn. Graphics were by Miranda Nelson Designs. Subscribe through your favorite podcatcher or on our website where you can become a Christmas Patron for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

 

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Genuine, kind Christmas music from Matt & Shannon Heaton today as we spread Christmas Cheer.

It's Celtic Christmas Podcast #61. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. 

WELCOME TO THE CELTIC CHRISTMAS PODCAST

I am Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic musician and I love Christmas music. In each episode, I introduce you to a Celtic band or musician that is creating great Christmas music. I highlight their music in a Celtic Christmas Playlist on Spotify. 

This show and our playlists are funded by people just like you on Patreon. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion, and production of the show. 

As a patron, you?ll get a music-only episode and will join the other 51 patrons who are helping spread Christmas Cheer! Sign up for as little as $1 per episode.

Subscribe to our Patreon to spread Christmas Cheer today!

CELTIC CHRISTMAS PLAYLISTS & NEWS

The latest playlist is Christmas Drive. My idea was to create some good Celtic Christmas music for when you?re out driving around. Imagine a smile on your face, Christmas joy in your heart, and a relaxing drive to nowhere.

You can find a link to the Celtic Christmas Drive playlist in the shownotes

As well as other Celtic Christmas playlists to follow:

Celtic Christmas Women

Joyful Celtic Christmas Music

Christmas Drinking Songs

Don't forget to check out the Top Irish & Celtic Music playlist as well.

HOLIDAY FEATURE: Matt & Shannon Heaton

One of the lovely things about Celtic music is the fact that just a couple of people can make a whole lot of music, and this is certainly true when it comes to Matt & Shannon Heaton. This music duo offers flute/guitar/bouzouki and sweet, sweet harmony vocals in arrangements that are quite lovely. 

Deeply involved in the Boston traditional music scene, the pair plays together seamlessly, and the enthusiasm that they have for the music really comes through. There?s a genuineness that is unmistakeable grounding their play. A husband and wife team can certainly telegraph their collective love for the music--and the sheer fun they have playing together. This one does it better than most. 

The two are definitely experienced, and surround themselves with music in many different ways. Shannon has her own podcast, Irish Music Stories, and she?s also the co-founder of Boston?s Celtic music fest, which undoubtedly expanded her vision and abilities in the field. 

Matt is front man for another band, the "surf-rock" Electric Heaters, and performs with a wide range of bands and musicians when he?s not playing with Shannon. Each an accomplished musician in their own right, the blend of the two is a true celebration of musical talent?dosed with a wholesome affection for the Celtic sound. It?s a pleasure to hear them play.

The couple?s Christmas song collection is filled with a little bit of everything. You?ll find fresh holiday fare as well as traditional favorites like ?O Little Town of Bethlehem? and ?It Came Upon the Midnight Clear? to sing along to. Irish music lovers will appreciate the jigs and reels that are included in the mixture, and there?s certainly enough here to fill a holiday party to the brim with some good cheer. 

Don?t miss ?Julius the Christmas Cat??it couldn?t be any sweeter, and is sure to be a favorite for those who love their feline friends. Nothing like a cute little "story song" to get in the holiday spirit! Other notable tracks in this collection include ?Christmas in Mt. Horeb? and ?Wexford Carol,? but there really isn?t a bad track on the compilation. 

There?s 13 tracks offered here, and listeners who love the flute will really be pleased, as it appears often on these tracks. Soft harmonies and easy strumming on the guitar are other hallmarks of what this holiday album is all about. There?s little doubt this will have a place in any rotation of Christmas music where an updated Celtic sound is welcomed. 

You can find out more about them at https://mattandshannonheaton.com/ 

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The Celtic Christmas Podcast is free to enjoy. However, it is supported by the generosity of Christmas Cheer over on Patreon. 

Celtic Christmas Podcast was executively produced by Marc Gunn. Thanks to our Patreon Show Producer Carol Baril. 

The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Subscribe through your favorite podcatcher or on our website where you can become a Christmas Patron for as little as $1 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 featured on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.

Celtic Christmas music from Stephanie Claussen, The Gothard Sisters, Laura MacKenzie, Eira, Celtic Woman, Screaming Orphans, Steel Clover, Sarah Marie Mullen, Heather Alexander, Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy, Aizle, Rioghnach Connolly, Peat in the Creel, A Shamrock in Kudzu, Susan Toman, Jil Chambless, Ed Miller, Scooter Muse, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Heather Dale, Carolina Ceili, Catriona O'Leary, Jennifer Licko, Cherish the Ladies, Liz Carroll, Golden Bough, Four Celtic Voices, Jessica Victoria, Banshee in the Kitchen, Liz Madden, Katie McMahon, Bonnie Rideout, Nancy Daily-Green, Sheri O'Meara, Eileen Ivers, The Poor Clares, Sharon Shannon

WELCOME TO THE CELTIC CHRISTMAS PODCAST

I am Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic musician and I love Christmas music. In each episode, I introduce you to Celtic musicians from the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast who are creating great Christmas music.

This year I have an all new format. Instead of sharing the music in podcast form, I?ve created a playlist over on Spotify called Celtic Christmas Women. I hope to add YouTube and Amazon Music. But right now, it?s just on Spotify.

If you prefer the podcast format and want more Celtic Christmas MUSIC episodes of the podcast, make sure you join our Celtic Christmas Fans on Patreon. You?ll get a music-only episode and will join the other 51 patrons who are helping spread Christmas Cheer!

That said, this is actually the final MUSIC episode of the Celtic Christmas podcast. This episode was originally created for the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast in 2020. This is a replay of that show.

You can find a complete list of the artists in this show at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.

CELTIC CHRISTMAS PLAYLISTS & NEWS

There, also, you will find a link to our 2021 Celtic Christmas Women Spotify playlist that features MOST of the artists in this show.

Go follow the Celtic Christmas Women playlist now.

More playlists to follow:

Joyful Celtic Christmas Music Christmas Drinking Songs Top Irish & Celtic Music CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

1:30 - "'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime / Ding Dong Merrily On High" by Stephanie Claussen from Light so Brilliant: Carols and Tunes for Christmas

5:24 - WELCOME TO CELTIC MUSIC

* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. This show is dedicated to the indie Celtic musicians. Please support these artists. Share the show with your friends. And find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. You can also support this podcast on Patreon.

At the end of November, we hit a HUGE milestone for the podcast. We now have over 300 kind souls who donate to the podcast each and every month. They collectively pledge over $800 per episode to make this show happen. I was already planning a Celtic Christmas Women episode. But because of that milestone, I decided to turn it into a 2-hour special. Plus, I?m adding another 2-hour special next month.

So in this show I?m gonna share Christmas music by women playing Celtic music. That?s because women don?t get the attention they deserve in the music business in general and in Celtic music either. So I?m gonna highlight these ladies.

If you want to find out more about the gender gap in traditional music, check out the non-profit FairPle. They advocate for equal opportunity and balanced representation for all.

7:03 - "Good King Wenceslas" by The Gothard Sisters from Falling Snow

11:00 - "What Child Is This" by Laura MacKenzie from Yuletide Bagpipes

13:35 - "Christmas Is Coming/Red Hair Boy/King's Reel" by Eira from Glen Tidings

Liesel Wilson: Vocals, Fiddle, Erhu, Octave Fiddle Sue Spencer: Guitar, Vocals

17:51  - "O Come, O Come Emmanuel" by Celtic Woman from The Magic of Christmas

21:55 - "The Song We Used to Sing" by Screaming Orphans from Single

25:16 - "Christ Child's Lullaby" by Steel Clover from Season of Love

Sue Borowski

28:31 - "Patapan" by Sarah Marie Mullen from In the Moon of Wintertime

30:38 - CELTIC CHRISTMAS PODCAST

If you?re looking for more Celtic Christmas music, then you should definitely subscribe to the Celtic Christmas Podcast. There are five episodes that we released in 2020. It?s a delightful way to celebrate Celtic culture through Christmas music. And of course, it too is supported by folks like you on Patreon. Subscribe to the podcast at CelticChristmasMusic.net.

31:49 - "Unto Us a Child Is Born" by Heather Alexander from Wintertide

36:02 - "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" by Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy from A Celtic Family Christmas

39:46 - "The Wexford Carol" by Aizle & Rioghnach Connolly from The Wexford Carol

44:19 - "Cutty Wren, Drive the Cold Winter Away" by Peat in the Creel from Winter

Alison Myers: Flute

50:34 - "The Coventry Carol" by A Shamrock in Kudzu from Kudzu for Christmas

½ the 6 piece band of ladies

53:02 - "The Sussex Carol" by Susan Toman from Angels on High

56:12 - THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST!

Because of Your kind and generous support, this show comes out every week. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion and production of the show. It allows us to attract new listeners and to help our community grow.

As a patron, you get to hear episodes before regular listeners. When we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. You can pledge a dollar or more per episode and cap how much you want to spend each month over on Patreon.

A super special thanks to our newest patrons: Ben, Pamala D, Vaidah Katz, Phyu K, melsing, Esther W, Hobie W, Dan C, Laura

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58:03 - "Emanuel" by Jil Chambless, Ed Miller and Scooter Muse from Nollaig Chridheil / Songs of the Christmas Season

1:02:35 - "Dust of Snow" by Matt & Shannon Heaton from Fine Winter's Night

1:06:50 - "Huron Carol" by Heather Dale from This Endris Night

1:10:25 - "Christmas Contra Dance" by Carolina Ceili from Holiday Hooley

Laurie Fisher: Fiddler Maggie Anderson: Drums

1:12:38 - "A Virgin Queen in Bethlehem" by Catriona O'Leary from The Wexford Carols

1:17:49 - "Brightest and Best" by Jennifer Licko from The Lights of Christmas

1:21:06 - CELTIC CHRISTMAS PLAYLIST ON SPOTIFY

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

Or if you want a fun mix of popular and classic Christmas songs with some Celtic Christmas favorites by me and other Celtic musicians, I have another great playlist that my family listens to each and every year: Fun Christmas Songs for Kids & Families.

1:22:07 - "Oh Come, All Ye Faithful" by Cherish the Ladies from Christmas in Ireland

Joanie Madden, Mary Coogan, Mirella Murray, Kathleen Boyle, Nollaig Casey

1:25:30 - "The Jump Ball | Whipple Hill | How We Spent the Christmas" by Liz Carroll from Lake Effect

1:28:58 - "Green Grow the Holly/The Holly and the Ivy Girl" by Golden Bough from Christmas in a Celtic Land

Margie Butler: Harp, Vocals Kathy Sierra: Fiddle, Vocals

1:32:18 - "Angels (featuring Celeste Ray)" by Four Celtic Voices from Four Celtic Seasons

1:36:23 - "Christmas in Camelot" by Jessica Victoria from Songs of the Summer Realm

1:38:25 - "Bottom of the Punchbowl Set" by Banshee in the Kitchen from Invite the Light

Kat, Jill, Brenda, Kris

1:42:14 - TRAVEL WITH CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans on the relaxing adventure of a lifetime. We don't see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join us with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts and videos. Learn more about the invasion at http://celticinvasion.com/

Oh! And if you want more Christmas podcasts from me, I also host the Pub Songs & Stories. I released my ?Christmas Elf? a few days ago. It?s a bit more personal podcast. But I have a few Celtic Christmas songs included in the show. Go to PubSong.net.

1:43:56 - "Happy Christmas Christmas Tree" by Liz Madden from Christmas with Liz Madden

1:46:33 - "Christmas Pipes" by Katie McMahon from Celtic Christmas

1:50:13 - "So merry as we have been" by Bonnie Rideout from The Celebration

1:53:50 - "Angels From the Realms of Glory" by Nancy Daily-Green from Celebrating Christmas Yore

1:57:00 - "Bed for the Baby" by Sheri O'Meara from Christmas Light

1:00:24 - "Jigs: Apples in Winter/Frost is All Over/A Merry Christmas" by Eileen Ivers from An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas

2:04:35 - "The Holly Bears a Berry" by The Poor Clares from The Poor Clares: Songs for Midwinter

Betsy McGovern: vocals Beth Patterson: vocals, bouzouki

2:07:27 - CLOSING

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VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20

In two weeks, I am pleased to release the Celtic Top 20 for 2020. Every year, I ask you to vote for your favorite songs in each show. It?s very easy to do. The polls are closed for the year. And I?m taking off next week for Christmas Eve. On New Years? Eve, I will release the best songs and artists of 2020. I hope you will help me spread the word.

2:09:50 - "Christmas Time Again!" by Sharon Shannon from Christmas Time Again!

The Irish & Celtic Music 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 $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/.

NEXT TIME

The 2021 season launches on Sunday, November 28. I?ll tell you more about Matt & Shannon Heaton. In the meantime, please become a producer of this show over on Patreon.

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 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 $1 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 SHARON SHANNON 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 Sharon Shannon   Playing the accordion puts you in a unique category in terms of making music, and Sharon Shannon is one of the artists that has that distinction. Interestingly, although she can and does play Irish music, her career has continually spanned many different musical genres, always bringing her own style and background along with her for the ride. She is an experienced and dedicated musician, and has worked with some huge names in the industry. Among the people/bands she has recorded and performed with, you?ll find well-respected (and well-known!) Irish names like Sinead O?Connor, The Chieftains, Shane McGowan, and even Bono. In keeping with her genre-jumping style though, you?ll also see her name has appeared alongside other musical heavyweights, like Jackson Browne and Wille Nelson. As if that isn?t testament enough to Shannon?s musical abilities, she has also collaborated with John Prine, Natalie McMaster, and even Japan?s Kodo Drummers!   Good musicians are always eager to expand their circle and play with other talented people, and this is something that defines Sharon Shannon. It is also something that has allowed her to grow, and that has seasoned her as a musical artist. From classical, to Cajun, to rap, Shannon has embraced all forms of music and in turn, they have informed her approach and style along the way. Interestingly, the Irish influence always does seem to shine through though, no matter who she has paired herself with!   Shannon has a well-rounded selection of albums, but with the holidays quickly approaching, nothing is more appropriate than than the Christmas single, ?Christmas Time Again?, which features her accordion play front and center. It?s a nice, jolly romp?a bit more updated than the old, standard carols--but with the same spirit of fun. Pick this one up to add something different to your holiday playlist, or to gift to a friend or relative that loves expanding their collection of Christmas music. After all, there?s always a little bit of room for the accordion?right?   Find out more about Sharon Shannon at sharonshannon.com   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.

Welcome to Hang the Holly. I'll introduce you to SCREAMING ORPHANS 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, Screaming Orphans, Prydein, The Jig Is Up!.   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.   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 CelticChristmasPodcast.com.   And now on to Screaming Orphans   This four-person, all-women band hails from County Donegal, Ireland, and despite the loneliness that is hinted at by their chosen name?they are actually all sisters?with parents! As a matter-of-fact, their Mam used to be the band?s singer, and their Da was their engineer and manager before they struck out on their own to tour. The combination of leaving their parents behind, the ?screaming? sounds that come with four girls living in an active household, and the fact that a school they attended actually was (previously) an orphanage all gelled together to create this catchy moniker for the group. It?s one that is not easily forgotten!   The girls started music young, eventually evolving into a pop rock band in their teens, and over time they just continued to blossom. The band began performing locally, and their circle quickly began to expand. Before long the ladies were chosen to play at a concert in Kildare, where known names such as Christy Moore and Sinead O?Connor were also performing. O?Connor chose the four to to tour with her as her backup singers after this, and they also opened up for the artist on the Gospel Oak Tour. This extended into other opportunities, including touring with Babba Maal, and recording tracks with the likes of Peter Gabriel, Joni Mitchell, and the Chieftains.   Since those days, the Screaming Orphans have become a well-known band in their own right, appearing on both the iTunes World Music charts and the Billboard World Albums charts, among many other accolades. They have put out 15 albums over the years ? all their own one-of-a-kind recipe of pop/rock with Celtic influence, and this year they are releasing a Christmas single, "Song We Used To Sing? for the holiday season.   The single reflects the unusual time we find ourselves in this holiday?often isolated from our loved ones at the time we are used to gathering for storytelling, sharing memories, and celebrating Christmas. It calls forth a nostalgic feel with it?s simple arrangement and lovely harmonies. An original track, the band collaborated with songwriter John Spillane to craft a holiday song that focuses in on warm memories and togetherness at a time these ideas are most often highlighted. It?s a pretty song with a message of peace and hope that helps ease the sting of being apart at Christmastime. Not only is it especially timely for 2020, but this thoughtful tune will hold up well for future holiday seasons.   Find out more about Screaming Orphans at screamingorphans.com.   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.

Welcome to Hang the Holly. I'll introduce you to THE ROGUES 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!.   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.   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 CelticChristmasPodcast.com.   And now on to The Rogues...     The Rogues have been producing music since wayyyyy back in 1994 when they got their start at the Texas Renaissance Festival. This Celtic band didn?t stay put in Houston for long though, and soon they were off--traveling all over the U.S., and even abroad. They?ve performed in Canada, Scotland, and Greece, among other places over the years, as well as providing entertainment on a number of different cruise ships. This great mixture of experiences has allowed the band the opportunity to truly hone their live shows, and put a shine on their ability to play together in a variety of different contexts. It has also given them a great deal of expertise in terms of playing Celtic tunes.   The Rogues are no amateurs when it comes to playing their instruments either, and band members have won prestigious music competitions, including first place in the World Pipe Band Championships in Grade III in 1998. If pressed to describe them, you could say they take their music seriously, but they don?t take themselves too seriously, which results in a nice mash up of outstanding musicianship and good fun?it really works out well. Plus, you know a band is not messing around when they wind up with their own tartan in the Scottish Register of Tartans. That?s dedication to the Celtic genre at a deep level.   You can?t help but notice a full pipe sound and a lot of percussion when you listen to this band play, but they are also capable of music that pulls at the heartstrings. The variety of instruments, arrangements, and pairings keeps things interesting, no matter how familiar the tune. This is especially evident on The Rogues 2013 Christmas album, Hellbound Sleigh, where you?ll hear tried-and-true favorites such as ?We Wish You a Merry Christmas? and ?God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen? in a very different light. Be sure to listen to the "O Holy Night / Ave Maria? track, which has an almost haunting feel to it?in the best possible way. And?don?t miss "Jingle Bells/Good King Wenceslas? for a rousing take on this classic that showcases the pipes front and center.   The best part about this festive album though is the fact that there are also a few tracks you won?t find in every Christmas collection, making it a great pick for your music rotation this holiday season. Keep it all to yourself and enjoy listening at home, or ship it over to a friend or family member that needs a little bit ?o cheer in the stocking.   Find out more about The Rogues at therogues.com    If you hear music you love, 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.

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!.     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.   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 CelticChristmasPodcast.com.   And now on to Runa   As holiday albums go, The Tide of Winter is much more than a collection of standard Christmas tunes. Each of the 13 tracks here offers something a little bit unconventional. The first track, "Brightest and Best / Gaudete / Noel Nouvelet? starts out with voice as instrument, blended harmonies softly wafting around before things pick up speed midway through alongside a percussive beat. RUNA seems to enjoy challenging the listener by defying the more typical patterns one's ear has learned to expect in favor of going where the muse leads them. For example, you?ve never heard ?O Come, O Come, Emmanuel? done like this before! Those who enjoy a different take on things will want to pick this album up to go alongside their more tried-and-true favorites. It will provide just the right amount of contrast?as well as something to keep things interesting.   Track 3, "Christ Child Lullaby / Dún do Shúil? offers a hymn/lullaby that's blended in three languages; English, Irish Gaelic, and the original Scots Gaelic. This provides an additional soothing feel alongside the comforting rhythm of the lullaby itself. It?s a nice take, a simple arrangement, and an interesting inclusion. Very easy on the ears. Juxtapose that track with the next, "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen?, which features a funky vibe and a perky, upbeat sound and you have the perfect way to sum up this grouping of songs?non-traditional, yet intriguing!   It?s very tough to be experimental?without being too experimental. After all, part of the charm of holiday music is the fact that it?s familiar. That said, RUNA doesn?t abandon the thread entirely, they merely embellish on it in their own way?which seems to be a great way to compromise. In all, the band isn?t intent on exploring just for the sake of being different. You get the sense that they are doing it to create depth, and to be true to the perspective that has developed within them as musicians.   Their ?Instrumental Medley? both pays homage to Christmas music and showcases the skill of the musicians, and while ?Silent Night? maybe isn?t as predictable as the standard radio holiday version, it?s every bit as lovely?as well as a nod to the Austrian ?Stille Nacht?. The band?s liner notes sum this choice up well, saying, There is something magical about returning to the roots of such an iconic carol and to rediscover the beauty and depth in its simplicity.? And, indeed, there is.   This album is perfect for those looking to expand their collection of holiday music, without having things become too repetitive. You?ll find fresh arrangements throughout, and enough holiday spirit to go around the table?twice.   Find out more about Runa at runamusic.com.   If you hear music you love, 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.      

Welcome to Hang the Holly. 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 & Friends, Mark O'Connor.   The show is generously brought to you by the patrons of this podcast on Patreon. Please show your support.   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 CelticChristmasPodcast.com.   And now Stephanie Claussen   If you love harp music, why not choose to listen to a proven talent? Not only have Stephanie Claussen?s skills been recognized with the title of 2018 US National Scottish Harp Champion, but this Minnesota-based harpist also runs her own harp studio, and travels to play for audiences all over the upper Midwest area of the United States. Claussen is classically trained, and the Celtic influences are easy to hear throughout her style. She is crystal-clear and very enjoyable to listen to on the strings of this enchanting instrument.   Claussen has released five solo albums, starting in 2002. She has also collaborated with other artists throughout her career. Since Celtic songs are her specialty, it makes sense that she would craft a Christmas album. After all, what other instrument brings forth the true magic of the holiday more than the harp? The mood that this music calls forth is at once elegant and otherworldly; especially at the hands of an expert harpist. There really isn?t anything quite like it. Not only is there the magnificent Celtic flavor, there?s also an old-fashioned, medieval charm to it all. It makes for a nice pairing.   On Light So Brilliant: Carols and Tunes for Christmas, her collection of Christmas music offers 15 tracks which will add warmth and delight to any holiday gathering. This solo harp album would also be perfect to enjoy by the fire, or while sipping a hot cuppa and taking in the majesty of a fully decorated tree. You?ll hear holiday favorites such as ?We Three Kings? and ?God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen?? but that?s not all. Claussen also stocks the track listings with a delicate rendition of "Bouree d?Avignon? and other rewarding offerings, providing a full spectrum of beautiful music to round out any holiday music collection. Whether you want to keep it all to yourself or give this album as a gift, it?s well worth a listen!   Although this artist has just one Christmas album, really any of her albums would mix in well with a holiday vibe. Some instruments just have that ?festive? feel to them, and the harp is definitely one of them. It puts a little spring in the step and happiness in the heart?which is what we call holiday spirit!   Find out more about Stephanie Claussen at www.stephanieclaussen.com.   If you hear music you love, 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.    

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!

#celticchristmas #celticchristmasmusic #littlechristmas

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!

#celticchristmas #celticchristmasmusic #snowstheymeltthesoonest

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

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!

#celticchristmas #celticchristmasmusic #hollyandtheivy

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

Celtic Christmas music from Angus Mohr, Don Grieve, The Irish Rovers, Marc Gunn, Alexander James Adams, The Wee Heavies, Matthew Young, Celtic Woman

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

0:02 - "Coventry Carol/Drive the Cold Winter Away" by Angus Mohr & Friends from A Christmas Pageant

9:17 - 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.

If you are one such artist, or you know of one, please submit your music to the podcast. It?s very easy to do. Just complete the permission form at 4celts.com. If the music is podsafe, I will purchase it and add it to one of our upcoming shows. The sooner you submit music, the more likely you?ll be included this year.

Now the Podcast is supported by listeners like you. So today, I bring you a teaser episode, I will share a little bit of music. But I also want to let you know how you can get four more great, full-length Celtic Christmas episodes for 2020 through your generous patronage.

I?ll tell you more about it after we play some music?

10:23 - "The Winter Has Passed" by Don Grieve from Tribute to Robert Burns

13:13 - "Christmas Morning" by The Irish Rovers from Merry Merry Time of Year

15:58 - CHRISTMAS PATRONS - The Celtic Christmas Podcast is supported by generous people just like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $2 or more per episode pays for the production and promotion of the podcast, as well as my time in creating it. It allows me to share Christmas Cheer through Celtic culture and music.

It?s all handled through Patreon. Sign up at patreon.com/celticchristmas.

I want to thank our Christmas Song Hengers. These incredible people pledge $10 or more per episode. They are the backbone of this podcast. And they also get a bonus podcast where I share more about the artists in each episode.

Thanks to Nancy Wilson, Jan & Jim Czenkusch, Juliette Ling, Carol Baril

Carol also had a song request for this episode.

16:52 - "The Scottish King of Christmas" by Marc Gunn from Celtic Christmas Greetings

19:06 - ?It's In Every One of Us" by Alexander James Adams from Wintertide

23:37 - HARD CORE CELTS - While our Christmas Song Hengers are the backbone to the podcast because of their large pledge. Everyone who contributes, even the smallest amount, is essential. Our Hardcore Celts plege $5 or more per episode. And that is just incredible. Thank you for helping spread Christmas cheer.

Thanks to Przemyslaw Kacprzak, Sharon Powers, James Martin, Aaron Dent, Laura Simpson, Trevor N. Teuscher, Craig, Michelle Knee, Jennifer, Mark Albright, Leo Notenboom

24:29 - "Hailmary, Gentle Woman" by The Wee Heavies from A Christmas Minding

27:11 - "Miss Fogarty's Christmas Cake" by Matthew Young from Waking the Wren

30:40 - NOLLAIG SHONA DAOIBH - If you enjoyed this show, please LIKE and SHARE this episode. Then 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!

32:01 - "Dia Do Bheatha" by Celtic Woman from The Magic of Christmas

Pronunciation: Dee-a Du Va(as in Van)-ha

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

Spread Christmas Cheer. Listen. Share. Subscribe. CelticChristmasPodcast.com.

Celtic Christmas music from Matt & Shannon Heaton, The Gothard Sister, Carolina Ceili, Jennifer Licko, Cherish the Ladies, The Barra MacNeils, Irish School of Music, Harper Denhard, The Jig Is Up!, Seamus Kennedy, Rosanne Cash, Jim Sharkey, Prydein, The Grenaways, Marc Gunn, The Selkie Girls

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

0:04 - "Away in a Manger" by Jil Chambless, Ed Miller and Scooter Muse from Nollaig Chridheil / Songs of the Christmas Season

3:12 - 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.

3:48 - "Top of the Bow" by Matt & Shannon Heaton from Fine Winter's Night

7:19 - "Gloomy Winter" by The Selkie Girls from Winter Lore: Songs of Celtic Christmas

10:27 - "On A Cold Winter's Day" by David Pedrick from Wintertide EP

12:32 - "The Holly and the Ivy" by Alexander James Adams from Wintertide

15:30 - "Good King Wenceslas/Gooding Carol" by A Shamrock in Kudzu from Kudzu for Christmas

17:20 - "Christ Child's Lullaby" by The Wee Heavies from A Christmas Minding

21:33 - "Cutty Wren/Drive the Cold Winter Away" by Peat in the Creel from Winter

27:46 - CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

** 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.

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

** 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.

29:18 - "In the Bleak Midwinter" by Jennifer Cutting's Ocean Orchestra from Song Of Solstice: Celtic Music For Midwinter

34:40 - "Torches" by Sarah Marie Mullen from In the Moon of Wintertime

36:48 - "I Wonder As I Wander" by Betsy McGovern from The Poor Clares: Songs for Midwinter

40:00 - "Peace Carol" by Carolina Ceili from Holiday Hooley

44:19 - "Miss Fogarty's Christmas Cake" by Eira from Glen Tidings

48:29 - "Lo How a Rose" by Susan Toman from Angels on High

51:13 - "Christmas at the Pub" by Lexington Field from Single

54:16 - "It Came Upon a Midnight Clear" by Heather Dale from Spark

57:12 - 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!

58:23 - "Oiche Chiuin (Silent Night)" by The Jig Is Up! from A Penny for the Wren

This show is brought to you by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

#celticchristmas #silentnight #oichechiuin #celticchristmasmusic

Spread the Christmas Cheer. Listen. Share. Subscribe. CelticChristmasPodcast.com.

Celtic Christmas music from Matt & Shannon Heaton, The Gothard Sister, Carolina Ceili, Jennifer Licko, Cherish the Ladies, The Barra MacNeils, Irish School of Music, Harper Denhard, The Jig Is Up!, Seamus Kennedy, Rosanne Cash, Jim Sharkey, Prydein, The Grenaways, Marc Gunn, The Selkie Girls

Celtic Christmas 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 - "It Came Upon The Midnight Clear" by Matt & Shannon Heaton from Fine Winter's Night

2:42 - HEARTY 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.

3:18 - "Joy to the World" by The Gothard Sister from Falling Snow

7:18 - "Christmas Contra Dance" by Carolina Ceili from Holiday Hooley

9:31 - "The First Noel" by Jennifer Licko from The Lights of Christmas

12:21 - "O Christmas Tree / Road Dust Slip Jigs" by Cherish the Ladies from Christmas in Ireland

17:23 - "Ann am Baile Ri'oghail Dhaibhidh (Once In David's Royal City)" by The Barra MacNeils from The Christmas Album

20:48 - "Falling Leaves/New Year's Night" by Irish School of Music from Winter Air

24:11 - "Mary's Song" by Harper Denhard

27:02 - CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

** The Celtic Christmas Podcast comes out just 2-3 times per year. It is now supported by generous people just like you, who love Celtic music and Christmas music. Your kind and generous 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.

** If you enjoy this podcast, you might also enjoy our Joyful Celtic Christmas Music playlist on Spotify. I can only play podsafe music here. So there is a more robust list of Celtic Christmas music on our 2019 Spotify playlist.

** 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.

28:42 - "The Holly She Bears a Berry" by The Jig Is Up! from A Penny for the Wren

31:20 - "Christmas in the Trenches" by Seamus Kennedy from Bar Rooms & Ballads

37:35 - "The Enniscorthy Christmas Carol" by Rosanne Cash from The Wexford Carols

43:00 - "The Christmas Comet" by Jim Sharkey from Single

46:40 - "Merry Christmas Everybody" by Prydein from Single

51:10 - "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" by The Grenaways from Port Isaac Christmas Album

54:49 - "Slainte Mhaith Christmas" by Marc Gunn from Single

56:49 - 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 free to subscribe, and you'll get an inside look into the latest Celtic podcast news. Sign up today, and you can download 34 Celtic MP3s for FREE!

58:11 - "Wexford Carol" by The Selkie Girls from Winter Lore: Songs of Celtic Christmas

This show is brought to you by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

#celticchristmas #celticchristmasmusic #christmasinthetrenches

Spread the Christmas Cheer. Listen. Share. Subscribe. CelticChristmasPodcast.com.

Celtic Christmas music from Farsan, The Jig Is Up!, Alexander James Adams, Peat in the Creel, Aizle & Riognach Connolly, A Shamrock in Kudzu, The Wee Heavies, Spencer & Beane, The Selkie Girls, Sarah Marie Mullen, Jil Chambless, Ed Miller, Scooter Muse, Susan Toman, Eira, Heather Dale, Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy, Tommy Sands

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 and the Pub Songs Podcast.

My goal is to introduce you to Celtic musicians who are making and sharing Christmas music. This podcast is brought to you by the generosity of our 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

0:02 - "A' Mhisg A Chuir An Nollaig" by Farsan from Farsan
( A-Vishk a cur an knoll-ig)

3:47 - WELCOME

4:25 - "The Holiday Slides" by The Jig Is Up! from A Penny for the Wren

8:11 - "Wintertide" by Alexander James Adams from Wintertide

13:56 - "Merry Christmas Jig, Masters in this Hall, All Around the Holly Tree" by Peat in the Creel from Winter

18:22 - "The Wexford Carol" by Aizle & Riognach Connolly from The Wexford Carol

22:52 - "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen w/ The Lamplighter's Jig" by A Shamrock in Kudzu from Kudzu for Christmas

24:46 - "Court of a King" by The Wee Heavies from A Christmas Minding

28:07 - "Blessed Be That Maid Mairie" by Spencer & Beane from On Christmas Day in the Morning

31:22 - CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

** If you enjoy this podcast, you might also enjoy our Celtic Christmas playlist on Spotify. I can only play podsafe music here. So there is a more robust list of Celtic Christmas music on our 2019 Spotify playlist.

** 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.

** The Celtic Christmas Podcast comes out in November and December of each year. And it is now supported by our generous Patrons on Patreon. Your kind and generous pledge to this show pays for the creation, production, and promotion of the podcast. It allows me to share Christmas Cheer through Celtic culture and music.

Here?s how it works.

Follow the link to our Patreon page. Pick how much you want to pledge from 1 of 6 tiers. You could get physical CDs, Christmas gifts, and an exclusive Christmas Song Henger podcast to find more about the artists in the show. Make your pledge per episode. Remember. I only plan to release 1-2 episodes during the months of November or December. Cap how much you want to spend each month. Relax and enjoy Christmas music from the Celts

33:19 - "Upon a Winter's Night" by The Selkie Girls from Winter Lore: Songs of Celtic Christmas

36:49 - "Good King Wenceslas" by Sarah Marie Mullen from In the Moon of Wintertime

39:27 - "Christmas Card" by Jil Chambless, Ed Miller and Scooter Muse from Nollaig Chridheil / Songs of the Christmas Season

40:32 - "The Sussex Carol" by Susan Toman from Angels on High

43:42 - "Taladh Chriosda" by Eira from Glen Tidings

(chal-lad chris-da)

47:40 - "O Come All Ye Faithful" by Heather Dale from Spark

51:24 - "Ding Dong Merrily On High" by Natalie MacMaster|Donnell Leahy from A Celtic Family Christmas

54:37
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55:53 - ?Slainte Mhaith / The Cat In the Attic? by Tommy Sands from To Shorten the Winter - An Irish Christmas

This show is brought to you by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

#celticchristmas #celticchristmasmusic #ocomeallyefaithful

Greetings my friends,

I'm made a small change with the 2019 Celtic Christmas Podcast. Every year, I've paid out of pocket to share this podcast with you. But it requires a lot of extra time and money to release episodes.

I decided I need a means to fund the creation, promotion and production of the show, just like I have with the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

And so I started a Patreon for the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

You can support Celtic Christmas music by making a pledge of as little as $1 per episode. There won't be more than four episodes this year depending on how much time I can make to create the show.

I will launch the 2019 podcast when I successfully raise $100 per episode over on Patreon.

I would greatly appreciate your generous support of the podcast as well as the artists on the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

Thank you in advance

Become a Patron now!

Spread the Christmas Cheer with Celtic Christmas music from The Selkie Girls, Peat in the Creel, The Wee Heavies, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Eira, Carolina Ceili, Spencer & Beane, Sarah Marie Mullen, Jil Chambless, Ed Miller, Scooter Muse, A Shamrock in Kudzu, David Pedrick, Heather Dale, The Gothard Sisters, Gillian Adams, Susan Toman, The Irish Rovers, Cherish the Ladies.

Listen. Share. Subscribe. CelticChristmasPodcast.com

 

THIS WEEK IN CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC

0:02 "I Saw Three Ships" by The Selkie Girls from Winter Lore: Songs of Celtic Christmas

3:19 "Tiny, Little Christmas" by Peat in the Creel from Winter

6:44 "Wexford Carol" by The Wee Heavies from A Christmas Minding

9:06 "Dust of Snow" by Matt & Shannon Heaton from Fine Winter's Night

13:20 "Children's Winter" by Eira from Glen Tidings

16:04 "Christmas Day Ida Moarnin'/Jeanette Isabella" by Carolina Ceili from Holiday Hooley

19:07 "Gabriel's Message" by Spencer & Beane from On Christmas Day in the Morning

22:28 "'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime" by Sarah Marie Mullen from In the Moon of Wintertime

25:00 "Christ Child Lullaby" by Jil Chambless, Ed Miller and Scooter Muse from Nollaig Chridheil/Songs of the Christmas Season

29:57 CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

30:45 "Babe of Bethlehem" by A Shamrock in Kudzu from Kudzu for Christmas   33:37 "Carolan's Draught" by David Pedrick from Wintertide EP   35:23 "All Poor Men and Humble" by Heather Dale from Spark   39:00 "Christmas Flower" by The Gothard Sisters from Falling Snow   43:05 "In the Bleak Mid-Winter" by Gillian Adams   47:29 "Joy to the World" by Susan Toman from Angels on High   49:59 "It's Christmas Time Again" by The Irish Rovers from Merry Merry Time of Year   52:56 "American Wake" by Cherish the Ladies from Christmas in Ireland   If you enjoyed this show, please LIKE and SHARE this episode. Then subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine, the official newsletter of the Celtic Christmas Podcast and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is free to subscribe, and you'll get an inside look into the latest Celtic podcast news. Sign up today, and you can download 34 Celtic MP3s for FREE!

Promote Celtic culture through music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast, helping you celebrate Christmas with Celtic musicians.

First, I want to let you know that you can buy our Celtic Christmas compilation CD on iTunes for just $4.99. This a great way for you to support this podcast if you're not already a Patron of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast

And if that's not good enough, you will find Celtic Heartstrings in our store. These are necklaces and Christmas ornaments made from the broken strings of my heart... I mean autoharp. You'll find several designs in my store at MageRecords.com. Follow the link in the shownotes.

I just published a quick and easy Guide to the best Irish & Celtic Christmas music of 2018 on my Celtfather podcast. You can listen at Celtfather.com.

Finally, if you want even more Celtic Christmas music, I have a playlist you can listen to Celtic Christmas music on Spotify. And I would love to hear your song recommendations.

Spread the Christmas Cheer with Celtic Christmas music from Marc Gunn's album Celtic Christmas Greetings.

THIS WEEK IN CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC

1:10 Let?s Have a Celtic Christmas

3:21 God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen

6:21 Celtic Christmas Elf

9:18 Christmas in Scotland

12:26 Christmas in Killarney

14:17 The Scottish King of Christmas

16:40 Jingle Bells

19:32 Frosty the Irish Snowman

22:42 Snowfall

26:21 Silent Night

29:30 Christmas in the Shire

If you enjoyed this show, please LIKE and SHARE this episode. Subscribe or post comments on Apple Podcasts Then subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine, the official newsletter of the Celtic Christmas Podcast and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is free to subscribe, and you'll get an inside look into the latest Celtic podcast news. Sign up today, and you can download 34 Celtic MP3s for FREE!

Promote Celtic culture through music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast, helping you celebrate Christmas with Celtic musicians.

My name is Marc Gunn. I'm the host of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and I'm also a Celtic musician. It looks like you will get THREE episodes of the Celtic Christmas Podcast this year. That's because I decided to do something bold and scary for this episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast. I'm gonna share my Christmas album, in its entirety, for free.

I released my album Celtic Christmas Greetings in 2014. It's a mix of traditional Christmas songs, some Celtic Christmas covers and some original Celtic Christmas songs. It's a fun and beautiful album, if I do say so myself. I want you to hear it.

Before we get started, I want to let you know that if you enjoy the music, you can buy this CD in my online store. If you buy it on Bandcamp, you'll also get a digital copy of the album along with the physical CD. Use the coupon code CELTICCHRISTMAS2018 and you'll save 15% on your physical CD purchase.

If you want more Celtic Christmas music, there are 49 episodes for this. Give 'em a listen!

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I hope you enjoy this podcast. Again, if you did, please buy the album. You can get it on CD Baby, Amazon Music, Google Play, iTunes, and everywhere music is sold online. But you can save 15% on the physical CD if you head on over to my Bandcamp store at magerecords.com

Finally, if you want even more Christmas music, I have a couple playlists on Spotify. One is Celtic Christmas music featuring many of the bands you heard here. Another is Fun Christmas Songs for Kids & Families. You'll find links to both in the shownotes.

Spread the Christmas Cheer with Celtic Christmas music from The Selkie Girls, Kilted Kings, Sarah Marie Mullen, North Texas Irish School of Music, The Gothard Sisters, A Shamrock in Kudzu, David Pedrick, Susan Toman, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Eira, Jil Chambless, Ed Miller and Scooter Muse, Carolina Ceili , Heather Dale, Cherish the Ladies, Marc Gunn, Jennifer Licko.

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THIS WEEK IN CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC

0:02 "Good King Wenceslas" by The Selkie Girls from Winter Lore: Songs of Celtic Christmas

5:12 "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen" by Kilted Kings from Single

8:38 "Riu Riu Chiu" by Sarah Marie Mullen from In the Moon of Wintertime

10:52 "Miss Fogarty's Christmas Cake" by Irish School of Music from Winter Air

13:39 "French Carol" by The Gothard Sisters from Falling Snow

16:06 "Hush My Babe" by A Shamrock in Kudzu from Kudzu for Christmas

18:38 "Hunting the Wren" by Heather Dale from A Celtic Christmas and The Green Knight

20:36 "Gower Wassail" by David Pedrick from Wintertide EP

23:58 "Nouvelle Agreable" by Susan Toman from Angels on High

28:06 CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

28:58 "Star Song" by Matt & Shannon Heaton from Fine Winter's Night

32:55 "Greensleeves/Road to Kodai Kanal/Kesh" by Eira from Glen Tidings

36:07 "The Coventry Carol" by Jil Chambless, Ed Miller and Scooter Muse from Nollaig Chridheil/Songs of the Christmas Season

38:13 "Christmas Day Ida Moarnin'/Jeanette Isabella" by Carolina Ceili from Holiday Hooley

41:16 "Two Cornish Carols" by Heather Dale from Spark

44:53 "Hark! The Herald Angel's Sing/Joe Madden's Hornpipe" by Cherish the Ladies from Christmas in Ireland

49:36 "Christmas in the Shire" by Marc Gunn from Celtic Christmas Greetings

54:35 "The Holly and The Ivy" by Jennifer Licko from The Lights of Christmas

If you enjoyed this show, please LIKE and SHARE this episode. Then subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine, the official newsletter of the Celtic Christmas Podcast and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is free to subscribe, and you'll get an inside look into the latest Celtic podcast news. Sign up today, and you can download 34 Celtic MP3s for FREE!

Promote Celtic culture through music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast, helping you celebrate Christmas with Celtic musicians. I'm happy to share this bonus episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast. I was only planning one episode this year, in December. But this show is brought to you through the generosity of the Patrons of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. We hit milestone on Patreon. And now you will get TWO episodes of this podcast.

I also decided to turn this normally 30 minute show into an hour-long special focusing on the music. That means I'm gonna talk less, and share more music. So let's get started...

First, I want to let you know that you can buy our Celtic Christmas compilation album on iTunes for just $4.99 or buy it on CD Baby. This a great way for you to support this podcast if you're not already a Patron of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

And if that's not good enough, you will find Celtic Heartstrings in our store. These are necklaces and Christmas ornaments made from the broken strings of my heart... I mean autoharp. You'll find several designs in my store at MageRecords.com. Follow the link in the shownotes.

Finally, if you want even more Celtic Christmas music, I have a playlist. You can listen to Celtic Christmas music on Spotify. And I would love to hear your song recommendations.

Spread the Christmas Cheer with Celtic Christmas music from The Gothard Sisters, The Malarkeys, The Harper and the Minstrel, Syr, Heather Dale, Marc Gunn, The Irish Rovers, Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy. http://celticchristmaspodcast.com

Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast, helping you celebrate Christmas with Celtic musicians. The Celtic Christmas Podcast is brought to you through the generosity of the Patrons of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Go to CelticMusicPodcast.com to become patron today!

I'm thrilled to be back with another episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast. Last year, I released four awesome episodes of Celtic Christmas music. Unfortunately, these shows take up a lot of time. And this is a super busy time of year. So right now, I am only planning to release this one episode. Unless we hit another Milestone for the Patrons of the Podcast.

Our compilation A Celtic Christmas is now on sale on iTunes for just $4.99. This is an incredible deal. I hope you will buy a copy to support these incredible artists.

 

If you want some more Celtic Christmas music, I have a few playlists on Spotify. My latest is Christmas Drinking Songs. But I have several Christmas playlists over there that are Celtic-based. Except for Fun Christmas Songs for Kids and Families which features bother popular Christmas songs mixed with a bunch of Celtic Christmas songs.

Christmas Drinking Songs Celtic Christmas Fun! Celtic Christmas Songs Fun Christmas Songs for Kids and Families

If you have any suggestions for songs that should be added to those playlists, email me.

If you want more Celtic Christmas music, make sure your check out our compilations and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. I will have a new show out for you right before Christmas. Go to CelticChristmasMusic.net for details

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

0:49 "The Happy Elf" by The Gothard Sisters from Falling Snow

5:05 "We're All Home for Christmas" by The Malarkeys from Bloody Brilliant

8:35 "A Christmas Wish" by The Harper and the Minstrel

11:50 "The Winter King" by Syr from The Winter King

16:44 CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS

17:32 "The Stable" by Heather Dale from Spark

22:06 "Let's Have a Celtic Christmas" by Marc Gunn from Celtic Christmas Greetings

14:12 "What Child Is This" by The Irish Rovers from An Irish Christmas

27:55 "Angels We Have Heard on High" by Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy from A Celtic Family Christmas

If you enjoyed this show, please LIKE and SHARE this episode. Then subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine, the official newsletter of the Celtic Christmas Podcast and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is free to subscribe, and you'll get an inside look into the latest Celtic podcast news. Sign up today, and you can download 34 Celtic MP3s for FREE! You'll also learn how you can get our compilation, A Celtic Christmas, for just $4.99 on iTunes. Remember to support the artists in this show. Buy their music and swag. Then visit the websites by following the links in the shownotes at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Spread the holiday cheer. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!

It's less than a week away from your Celtic Christmas. Enjoy Christmas music from Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy, Heather Dale, The Gothard Sisters, The Irish Rovers, Mark O'Connor, Sheri O'Meara, Locklin Road, Legacy with Jim Flanagan, Julia Lane, Catriona O'Leary

Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast, helping you celebrate Christmas with Celtic musicians. The Celtic Christmas Podcast is brought to you through the generosity of the Patrons of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Subscribe to the podcast on our Celtic Christmas Music website.

 

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

0:19 "Twelve Days of Christmas" by Natalie MacMaster/Donnell Leahy from A Celtic Family Christmas

4:16 "To Drive the Cold Winter Away" by Heather Dale from Spark

7:36 "Christmas Flower" by The Gothard Sisters from Falling Snow

11:41 "Christmas at The Ale House" by The Irish Rovers from Merry Merry Time Of Year

15:03 "We Wish You A Merry Christmas" by Mark O'Connor from Appalachian Christmas

17:04 "What Child Is This?" by Sheri O'Meara of Locklin Road from Christmas Light

20:55 "Holly Bears a Berry" by Legacy With Jim Flanagan from An Irish Christmas: Songs and Music of West Cork

23:13 "Jesus Rest Your Head" by Julia Lane from Angels We Have Heard On High

26:08 "This Is Our Christmas Day" by Catriona O'Leary from The Wexford Carols

You can support this podcast by become a patron of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast or buy one of our two Celtic Christmas albums. While you're there subscribe to Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Then support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

Spread the holiday cheer. Like and Share this podcast. Tell your friends to visit CelticChristmasMusic.net. Merry Christmas!

Merry Celtic Christmas with music from The Gothard Sisters, Bonnie Rideout, Haggis Rampant, The Prodigals, Celtic Woman, Cherish the Ladies, The Poor Clares. www.celticchristmasmusic.net.

Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast, helping you celebrate Christmas with Celtic musicians. The Celtic Christmas Podcast is brought to you through the generosity of the Patrons of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

0:17 "Good King Wenceslas" by The Gothard Sisters from Falling Snow

4:13 "The Huntsman's Bag of Grain / Goosegirl's Song / New Year's Day" by Bonnie Rideout from A Scottish Christmas

7:19 "Canon in D" by Haggis Rampant from Burly! Haggis Rampant Plugged In

10:42 "Snow Falls on Derrycark" by The Prodigals from Brothers

15:12 "Once in Royal David's City" by Celtic Woman from Voices of Angels

19:13 "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day" by Cherish the Ladies from Christmas in Ireland

22:40 "The Seven Rejoices of Mary" by The Poor Clares from Songs for Midwinter

You can support this podcast by become a patron of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast or buy one of our two Celtic Christmas albums. Visit celticchristmasmusic.net for details. While you're there subscribe to Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Then support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

Spread the holiday cheer. Like and Share this podcast. Tell your friends to visit CelticChristmasMusic.net. Merry Christmas!

 

Nollaig Shona Duit! It's time to share some more Celtic Christmas music to make your holiday season bright and full of cheer with music from Jennifer Licko, Irish School of Music, Vince Conaway, Jillian LaDage, Jed Marum, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Catriona O'Leary. Like and Share. celticchristmasmusic.net

Do you love Christmas music? Do you love Celtic music? Subscribe to the Celtic Christmas Podcast. You'll enjoy hours of great Christmas music and entertainment from many of the best indie Celtic musicians online. You'll be rich with holiday spirit and a wealth of Celtic Christmas craic for your holiday pleasure.

* Helping you celebrate Christmas with Celtic musicians

* The Celtic Christmas Podcast is brought to you through the generosity of the Patrons of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

0:12 "Pat a Pan" by Jennifer Licko from The Lights of Christmas

4:11 "Gleanntain Ghlas Ghaoth Dobhair" by Irish School of Music from Winter Air

8:48 "Wassail, Wassail" by Vince Conaway from Hang the Holly

10:32 "Come Winter Ground" by Jillian LaDage from Enchanted Winter

15:00 "Go Tell It On the Mountain" by Jed Marum from Rejoice! A Christmas Album

18:12 "Jingle Bells" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer from A Sound of Christmas Past

22:09 "An Angel This Night" by Catriona O'Leary from The Wexford Carols

You can support this podcast by become a patron of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Or buy one of our two Celtic Christmas albums. Visit celticchristmasmusic.net for details. While you're there subscribe to Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Then support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

Spread the holiday cheer. Like and Share this podcast. Tell your friends to visit CelticChristmasMusic.net. Merry Christmas!

Do you love Christmas music? Do you love Celtic music? Subscribe to the Celtic Christmas Podcast. You'll enjoy hours of great Christmas music and entertainment from many of the best indie Celtic musicians online. You'll be rich with holiday spirit and a wealth of Celtic Christmas craic for your holiday pleasure.

I know it's November and a bit early in the year to start sharing Celtic Christmas music. But I want to make sure you know the Celtic Christmas Podcast will be back with more wonderful episodes highlighting Christmas music from Celtic bands. You'll enjoy music from Steel City Rovers, Marc Gunn, De Ceadaoin, Caitríona O?Leary, Rosanne Cash, Seamus Kennedy, Eddie Biggins. Shownotes at  www.celticchristmaspodcast.com

* The Celtic Christmas Podcast is brought to you through the generosity of the Patrons of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. You can become a patron and support Celtic music for as little as $1 per episode of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Doing so will give the gift of Celtic Christmas music to Celtic music fans around the world. Make a pledge today!

* If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher.

* Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. How's that for a Christmas gift? And Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

0:11 "Christmas Eve Reverie" by Steel City Rovers from Grand Misadventures

5:12 "Frosty the Irish Snowman" by Marc Gunn featuring Samantha Gillogly from Celtic Christmas Greetings

8:13 "Christmas Eve" by De Ceadaoin from Savor the Notes

13:44 "Behould Three Kings" by Caitríona O?Leary with Rosanne Cash from The Wexford Carols

16:53 "Christmas in the Trenches" by Seamus Kennedy from Bar Rooms & Ballads

24:21 "Miss Fogarty's Christmas Cake" by Eddie Biggins from To Drive the Cold Winter Away

The Celtic Christmas Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Spread the holiday cheer. Share this podcast, then visit CelticChristmasMusic.net for more details about the artists in this show. Merry Christmas!

More Celtic Christmas music for our third episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast for 2015 with Celtic Christmas music from The Irish Rovers, Small Town Sheiks, Faitissa, Legacy with Jim Flanagan, Golden Bough, Jillian LaDage, The Gothard Sisters, Julia Lane. 

Don?t forget to pick up your copy of "A Celtic Christmas". This is a compilation CD I released in 2013 featuring many great independent Celtic musicians from around the globe, and it also benefits Celtic non-profits.

The Celtic Christmas Podcast is brought to you through the generosity of the Patrons of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you enjoy this free podcast, become a patron and help spread Celtic Christmas cheer!

If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. How?s that for a Christmas gift? And Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

 

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

0:03
"Three Jolly Rogues" by The Irish Rovers
from Merry Merry Time of Year

3:37
"A Savior's Come (Merry Christmas)" by Small Town Sheiks
from Single

7:00
"O Apalpador" by Faitissa
from Single
?O Apalpador? is a traditional song from Galicia, with additional music and last stanza's lyrics by Faitissa. The Apalpador is a Christmas mythical character from O Courel and Os Ancares mountains, in Galicia. At winter solstice, this old bearded man comes down from the mountaintops and touches the belly of the children to know if they ate enough during the year. Then he gives them chestnuts.

9:58
"Gaudete" by Legacy with Jim Flanagan
from An Irish Christmas: Songs and Music of West Cork

14:12
"Drive the Cold Winter Away/Kid on the Mountain" by Golden Bough
from Christmas in a Celtic Land

18:06
"Christmas in the Olden Time" by Jillian LaDage
from Enchanted Winter

23:10
"Winds Through the Olive Trees" by The Gothard Sisters
from Christmas

27:20
"Joyeaux Noel" by Julia Lane
from Angels We Have Heard

The Celtic Christmas Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. If you enjoyed the music you heard, support the artists in this show. Then tell your friends to visit CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Have a Merry Christmas!

More Celtic Christmas music for our third episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast for 2015 with Celtic Christmas music from Rose and Thistle Band, Ken O'Malley, Cherish the Ladies, Merry Wives of Windsor, Molly Bauckham, The Poor Clares, Marc Gunn.

Don't forget to pick up your copy of "A Celtic Christmas". This is a compilation CD I released in 2013 featuring many great independent Celtic musicians from around the globe, and it also benefits Celtic non-profits.

The Celtic Christmas Podcast is brought to you through the generosity of the Patrons of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you enjoy this free podcast, become a patron and help spread Celtic Christmas cheer!a

If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. How's that for a Christmas gift? And Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

 

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

0:03
"The Wexford Carol" by Rose and Thistle Band
from Celtic Christmas

6:43
"Christmas in the Trenches" by Ken O'Malley
from Songs by a Winter's Hearth

12:21
"We Wish You a Merry Christmas Waltzes" by Cherish the Ladies
from Christmas in Ireland

17:23
"Heigh Ho! The Holly" by Merry Wives of Windsor
from Tales from Windsor's Tavern

19:32
"Blow, Blow, Thou Winter Wind" by Molly Bauckham
from Maid on the Shore

22:13
"Glouchestershire Wassail" by The Poor Clares
from Songs for Midwinter

26:51
"Christmas in the Shire" by Marc Gunn
from Celtic Christmas Greetings

The Celtic Christmas Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. If you enjoyed the music you heard, support the artists in this show. Then tell your friends to visit CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Have a Merry Christmas!

The 2015 season of the Celtic Christmas Podcast brings you our second show of Cetlic Christmas music Katie McMahon, The Barra McNeils, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Bat Kinane, Highland Reign, Poitin, Banna, Kailyarders. 

Don't forget to pick up your copy of "A Celtic Christmas". This is a compilation CD I released in 2013 featuring many great independent Celtic musicians from around the globe, and it also benefits Celtic non-profits. Buy a physical or digital copy of the album.

The Celtic Christmas Podcast is brought to you through the generosity of the Patrons of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Special thanks our latest patrons: Parker and Steven. Become a Patron of the Podcast.

If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. How's that for a Christmas gift? And Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

0:03
"The Boar's Head Carol" by Katie McMahon
from Celtic Christmas

3:25
"Christmas Comes But Once a Year (Christmas In Carrick)" by The Barra McNeils
from The Christmas Album

6:07
"The Holly & the Ivy" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer
from A Sound of Christmas Past

9:42
"Turn on the Lights" by Bat Kinane
from Single

13:21
"Glasgow Christmas Rain" by Highland Reign
from A Celtic Christmas

17:10
"Gloomy Winter's Noo Awa'" by Poitin
from Poitin

22:09
"Bears of Winter" by Banna
from Cheers

25:10
"Celtic Christmas" by Kailyarders
from Single

The Celtic Christmas Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. If you enjoyed the music you heard, support the artists in this show. Then tell your friends to visit CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Have a Merry Christmas!

A new season of Celtic Christmas music begins with new episodes of the podcast featuring Celtic Christmas songs and tunes from Ashley Davis, Liz Madden, Rathkeltair, Bonnie Rideout, John Munelly, Ken O'Malley, Marc Gunn, An Taisdeal.

 

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

"Nollaig Moon" by Ashley Davis
from Together for Christmas

"The Huron Carol" by Liz Madden
from Clouds of Christmas

"In the Bleak Mid-Winter" by Rathkeltair
from Something Good for Christmas

Before we get started, I want to thank the Patrons of the Podcast. It is because of their generosity and kindness that I have three Christmas shows planned holiday seasonn. Become a patron at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patreon

If you don't want to be a regular patron of the podcast, then please consider purchasing a copy of "A Celtic Christmas" (on iTunes or Amazon). This is a compilation CD I released in 2013 featuring many great independent Celtic musicians from around the globe, and it also benefits Celtic non-profits.

"So Merry As We Have Been" by Bonnie Rideout
from The Celebration

"Happy Christmas" by John Munelly
from Together for Christmas

"Story of the Wren" by Ken O'Malley
from Songs By a Winter's Hearth

"The Wren Song" by Ken O'Malley
from Songs By a Winter's Hearth

If you're in a Celtic band and you have recorded Christmas music, then please submit through at www.4Celts.com. Please complete all of the information, especially the band description.

The podcast is dedicated to the promotion of Celtic musicians. So if there's a song you heard and enjoyed, please visit the band's website by following the link in the shownotes. Then buy a CD or MP3, or just tell them you appreciate hearing them in the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

"Nollaig Shona Daoibh" by Marc Gunn and An Taisdeal
from Single

I share the Celtic Christmas Podcast freely with you so you can have beautiful Celtic Christmas music for the holidays. If you enjoy the show, then please rate it on iTunes, Stitcher or your favorite podcatcher.

Find more Celtic Christmas music here.

The Celtic Christmas Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. If you enjoyed the music you heard, support the artists in this show. Then tell your friends to visit CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Have a Merry Christmas!

There are a lot of wonderful Celtic Christmas Traditions, some of which will be shared in song in this week's edition of the Celtic Christmas Podcast as we share Celtic Christmas songs by Marc Gunn, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, The Barra McNeils, Four Celtic Voices, Barleyjuice, Celtic Cross, Golden Bough. www.celticchristmaspodcast.com

This show is brought to by the Patrons of the Podcast. These are 54 people over on Patreon who kindly and generously support the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Because of their generosity, I bring you this show each week running up to Christmas. If you enjoy the music, you can support this podcast by becoming a patron at http://patreon.com/celticpodcast

You can also show your support by purchasing a copy of our 2013 Celtic Christmas CD. It's called "A Celtic Christmas". It's a wonderful album of Christmas music by Celtic musicians. You'll find links on the website where you can buy the CD or download the album.

Irish Christmas Traditions Can you help us push The Pogues song "Fairytale of New York" to the top of the charts? Find out more. 

 

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

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"Let's Have a Celtic Christmas" by Marc Gunn
from Celtic Christmas Greetings

Marc Gunn plays rhythm and folk autoharp music inspired by Celtic culture, science fiction, fantasy, and cats. He is an award-winning musician one of the top Celtic musicians on Reverbnation, the world's largest indie music website. He has wowed audiences around the globe with fun, upbeat Celtic songs, parodies, and a lively performance. He is also the award-winning host of this and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

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5:09
"Down in Yon Forest" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer
from A Sound of Christmas Past

Out of Essex in the United Kingdom, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer effortlessly blend traditional material with contemporary sounds. Their performances showcase new interpretations of old songs alongside original self penned tunes and new contemporary songs that are entirely at home in the tradition.

Out of this combination they have developed a sound that is both familiar and fresh. Strong believers in letting the music tradition live and breathe through sensitive interpretation, Vicki and Jonny allow the melody to sing without any constraints.

Be entranced by the haunting nyckelharpa, amazed at the cow horn (one of the worlds earliest communication devices) and meet some of the bagpipes that didn?t come from Scotland.

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10:04
"Ann am Baile Ri'oghail Dhaibhidh (Once In David's Royal City)" by The Barra MacNeils
from The Christmas Album

Canada?s Celtic ambassadors! For nearly three decades, Cape Breton-based family group the Barra MacNeils has been thrilling audiences of all ages, both near and far, with their sparkling repertoire, vocals, instrumental prowess and vibrant showmanship. 2014 marks over 27 years for the Sydney Mines, Cape Breton Island based family group, the Barra MacNeils, in an outstanding recording and touring career.

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13:59
"The First Noel (Featuring Celeste Ray)" by Four Celtic Voices
from Four Celtic Seasons

Four Celtic Voices perform a spellbinding journey through the magic and wonder of the Celtic Lands... Traditional Celtic instruments such as bowed psaltery, harmonium, flute and Celtic harp mesmerize audiences and bring singing and playing time-honored traditionals and surprise with upbeat originals. Exceptional vocal harmonies of the women instantly transport audiences to the ancient mysterious realms of the Celts.

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18:35
"Whiskey for Christmas" by Barleyjuice
from This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things

From Philadelphia, Barleyjuice mixes pop / rock sensibilities and lyrics with traditional celtic melodies to form a next gen world sound. acoustic instruments blend with heavy bass and drums to focus on a rocking sound. Compared to the Pogues with a frontman Kyf Brewer who sings like Ronnie Drew with a cold, the band has garnered many a dedicated fan. Its not uncommon to hear the audience bellow "Joooose!" as the band takes the stage.

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22:20
"Always Believe" by Celtic Cross
from Single

Out of New York City, Celtic Cross is the legendary seven-piece band fronted by Kathleen Fee, a talented singer-songwriter and her brothers John on accordion & Kenny Vesey on fiddle. They are joined by a group of accomplished and skilled NYC players Wally Ensor on guitar, Pat Dineen on bass/keys, Frankie McCormick on mandolin/banjo, and Ryan Cavan on drums.

Products of Irish parents, traditional Irish music roots, and American pop radio, Celtic Cross puts it all together in a very different way than what you will hear from most Celtic acts. The band?s music tells great stories using the traditional on top of sassy pop, alt-country and funk playing. They are a band?s band around the NYC Irish scene and will remind you of Fleetwood Mac or the B-52s with a heavy dose of Saw Doctors or Stockton?s Wing.

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26:47
"Logs to Burn" by Golden Bough
from Winter's Dance

An Old World carol states, ?Good fortune attend each merry man's friend to do the best that he may, forgetting all wrongs in carol and song to drive the cold winter away.? With that in mind, Golden Bough has created 3 volumes of Christmas/Holiday music, incorporating Old World Carols and other Celtic songs of Christmas and Winter with their own compositions, written especially for the Yuletide season.

Out of Modesto, CA, there are no new comers to the current Celtic trend, Golden Bough (founded in 1980) has been bringing their Winter Concerts to family audiences far and wide. These modern-day minstrels have traveled the world over performing their own brand of Celtic music, drawn from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, The Isle of Man, French Brittany and even Galicia (in Spain).

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If you're in a Celtic band and you have recorded Christmas music, then please submit through at www.4Celts.com. Please complete all of the information, especially the band description.

If you have a Celtic podcast, I would love to share your show with my listeners. Just email me at [email protected]. Include a link to download your Christmas shows. I will get them in our feed.

Of course, if you enjoy this show, then please rate it on iTunes, Stitcher or your favorite podcatcher. And please share the show with your friends.

One final note. This podcast is here to support the artists in the show. So if you enjoy the music you heard, please buy a CD, MP3s or show your support anyway you can for these artists.

Have a Merry Christmas!

 

Remember too, when you buy through our affiliates at CD Baby, Amazon, or iTunes, you support the artists AND the podcast.

    

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. If you enjoyed the music you heard, support the artists in this show. Buy their music. Then tell your friends to visit www.celticmusicpodcast.com

Celtic Christmas music from Celt in a Twist featuring music from The Elders, John Munnelly, Kyf Brewer, Garret Wall and Track Dogs, The Wild Colonial Bhoys, Damien Dempsey, The Pretenders, Black 47, Emma Kate Tobia, Tara O'Grady, The Mahones, The Langers Ball, Bela Fleck & The Flecktones.

Listen on our player here, or we?re also available on our podcast page and the iTunes store for easy download.Or tune in to AM1470 Sunday, December 20, at 4 pm, (Metro Vancouver area) to hear the show on the radio!

The Elders ? Christmas Day John Munnelly - Happy Christmas Kyf Brewer - Whiskey For Christmas Garret Wall and Track Dogs - What Christmas Was Meant To Be The Wild Colonial Bhoys ? Santa See You Tonight Damien Dempsey - O Holy Night The Pretenders - 2000 Miles Black 47 - So This Christmas Emma Kate Tobia - Fairy Tale of New York Tara O'Grady - Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas The Mahones ? Angel Without Wings/Merry Christmas Baby The Langers Ball - A Christmas Lullaby Bela Fleck & The Flecktones ? Sleigh Ride

 

A new season of Celtic Christmas music begins with new episodes of the podcast featuring Celtic Christmas songs and tunes from The Rogues, Wicked Tinkers, Haggis Rampant, Bonnie Rideout, Angus Mohr, Rathkeltair. www.celticchristmaspodcast.com

It is time once again to launch my Celtic Christmas Podcast. This is a 30 minute show where I play Celtic Christmas music and share a little bit about the Celtic bands on the show. If you have a Celtic band and want to submit music, visit our website, and I'll tell you more at the end of the show.

If you have a Celtic podcast and would like to share your Christmas show with my audience, please contact me at [email protected]

My two-hour Best Bagpipe Music special of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was so popular earlier this month, I thought a show of Bagpipe Celtic Christmas music would be a great way to kick off the holiday season.

 

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

"Hellbound Sleigh" by The Rogues
from Hellbound Sleigh

Founded in Houston in 1994, The Rogues created a new genre of Celtic music with exceptionally, well-played pipes and driving percussion. The band's sound ranges from traditional pipes and drums to innovative textures incorporating whistles, keyboard and guitar, as well as many percussion instruments. Always present in The Rogues' music is that spirit that endears them to their audience. From technical precision to soaring melodies, a Rogues album and performance will move you to tears and get you dancing immediately afterwards.

"Coventry Carol" by Wicked Tinkers
from Slainte Happy Holidays

Pioneers of the growing Tribal Celtic movement, the Wicked Tinkers have been playing haunting, heart-pounding bagpipes and irresistible tribal drums as a professional touring band since 1995. With the addition, of the mesmerizing drone of the Australian didgeridoo and Bronze Age Irish horn, the magic was complete. Sit back and be transported to an earlier time in Scotland and Ireland, when battle cries filled the air and strange, unheard-of creatures roamed the night. Or better yet, get on your feet and let your body move to ancient rhythms and forgotten sounds.

"Kirkin' the Midwinter" by Haggis Rampant
from The Silver Glens

The first stirrings of Haggis Rampant appeared in the fall of 2000 at the first annual Louisiana Renaissance Festival. Steve was feeding his renfest habit while looking for places to practice on his loud instrument. His wife Pam played her bodhran with Steve on the last day of the 2000 run, and, much to his chagrin, the show was a hit. The group was completed with the addition of their daughter Gillian a few years later. Gillian has shown a talent for writing exquisite harmonies on the bagpipes and the good-natured father/daughter competitiveness makes them a fun team to watch.

"Christmas Carousing/Ale Is Dear/New Christmas" by Bonnie Rideout
from A Scottish Christmas

Bonnie Rideout is an award winning Scottish fiddler. Her CD, "A Scottish Christmas" became a New York Times ?Top Ten Holiday Best Seller?. She celebrates Christmas with this enthusiastic holiday performance that she takes on the road each year, playing at performing arts centers and large theaters nationwide in November and December. Rideout performs along with the Scottish Christmas Ensemble - a group of internationally renowned musicians including the City of Washington Pipe Band and dancers from the Scottish Highlands! Rideout and crew perform with spirit and gusto. This performance features Eric Rigler on Scottish smallpipes.

"I Saw Three Ships" by Angus Mohr & Friends
from A Christmas Pageant

Just as watery mist remakes the world, and whisky remakes the man, Angus Mohr revitalizes the brogue of traditional Celtic music with an American blues accent and rejuvenates rock ?n roll?s broad spectrum with bagpipe and pennywhistles. No one is ever going to mistake Angus Mohr for a cover band. Sure, they play songs like ?Foggy Dew,? the 1916 Easter Rising ballad, and ?Whisky in the Jar,? a sixteenth century tale of love and betrayal, and their set list is peppered with songs penned by Dylan, Pink Floyd, Johnny Cash, and the Ramones. But you?ve never heard ?Ring of Fire? or ?I Wanna Be Sedated? until you?ve heard it with the pipes? spiraling keen.

The 2008 album from Angus Mohr is a departure from their usual sound! This Christmas album features an eclectic mix of styles, including everything from medieval carols to Chuck Berry!

"Carols on 45" by Rathkeltair
from Something Good for Christmas

Rathkeltair blends compelling and catchy original songs with tight, driving straight-ahead rock-n-roll, while never forgetting its Celtic roots.
Based in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, Rathkeltair has been on the road full-time since 2003. Highly regarded for its extraordinary energy, showmanship and professionalism, Rathkeltair enjoys a loyal and rapidly expanding community of friends and fans.

In 2011, they released their album "Something Good for Christmas". It features over 45 minutes of Christmas classics , Original songs and tunes done Rathkeltair style for the holiday season!

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If you're in a Celtic band and you have recorded Christmas music, then please submit through at www.4Celts.com. Please complete all of the information, especially the band description.

If you have a Celtic podcast, I would love to share your show with my listeners. Just email me at [email protected]. Include a link to download your Christmas shows. I will get them in our feed.

My hope is to release three more exclusive episodes of this podcast, plus additional episodes by other Celtic shows. With any luck, you can expect a lot of great Celtic Christmas music and content in the weeks to come.

Of course, if you enjoy this show, then please rate it on iTunes, Stitcher or your favorite podcatcher. And please share the show with your friends.

One final note. This podcast is here to support the artists in the show. So if you enjoy the music you heard, please buy a CD, MP3s or show your support anyway you can for these artists.

Have a Merry Christmas!

The Celtic Christmas Podcast is excited to bring you Celtic Christmas music comes from The Brigands' Folie, The Gothard Sisters, Mithril, Cherish the Ladies, Bonnie Rideout, The Irish Rovers, Katie McMahon. www.celticchristmaspodcast.com

If you?re a Celtic band with Christmas music (or you know someone who is), please submit your music here.

Ever wonder What Is Celtic Christmas Music? Read my article and my let me know what you think.

I also host the Pub Songs Podcast and I have two Christmas shows this year. The first is entitled "A Semi-Celtic Christmas". The second is just traditional fun Christmas songs. I also released an EP entitled Celtic Christmas Songs which features three original Christmas songs inspired by Celtic culture and lifestyle. It's now on sale on all the major digital retailers.

Don't miss my pick of the Best Celtic Christmas Albums on Amazon.

Finally, I want to thank everyone who helped spread the word about A Celtic Christmas, my newest Celtic Christmas compilation CD. The album continues to sell well online and garner reviews from fans and the press. One blogger called it the "Best Celtic Christmas Album of the Year". This album would not be nearly as successful without all your kind and generous support.

If you enjoy this show, please check out the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It's an award-winning podcast featuring some of the best independent Celtic music online.

And please remember to support the artists in this show by buying an album from your favorite artist.

 

This Week?s Celtic Christmas Music

"Christmas Waltz" by The Brigands' Folie
from Twain
Brigands' Folie is an exciting acoustic duo playing traditional Irish, Scottish, English, and colonial American music together around the Midwest since 2005. The band's mission is to educate the public about the lives and stories of 18th & 19th Century settlers, soldiers, and sailors through music of the period.

"Jolly Old St. Nicholas" by The Gothard Sisters
from Christmas

The Gothard Sisters are three young Celtic and classical musicians who write new arrangements of traditional celtic and christmas favorites. They are emerging young artists and dancers from the pacific northwest and play several instruments each, creating a warm sound of acoustic progressive celtic-classical folk.

"Winter's Day" by Mithril
from Winter's Day

Mithril's unique progressive style has its roots in traditional Celtic music but moves far beyond that, weaving such diverse influences as American folk, classical, and Middle Eastern melodies in...to their full tapestry of sound.

"On Christmas Night" by Cherish the Ladies
from On Christmas Night

Celebrating 28 Years of Music Making, Cherish the Ladies is an American all-female Irish-American super group. The band began as a concert series in New York in January 1985, the brainchild of Mick Moloney who wanted to showcase the brightest female musicians in America in what had been a male-dominated scene. The series opened to sold out concerts. Under the leadership of the dynamic and irrepressible Joanie Madden on flutes and whistles, they have grown from a one-time concert concept to an Irish traditional music sensation and are the most successful and sought after Irish-American group in Celtic music.

"Christmas day in the morning/I saw three ships/On Christmas night/New years day" by Bonnie Rideout
from A Scottish Christmas, The Celebration

Bonnie Rideout is an award winning Scottish fiddler. On stages from Scotland?s Edinburgh International Festival to America?s Kennedy Center, Bonnie Rideout?s unique style of Scottish fiddling has charmed audiences across the globe. Bonnie has been featured on the BBC, CBS, NPR?s Performance Today, and Morning Edition. Her A Scottish Christmas CD became a New York Times ?Top Ten Holiday Best Seller?. Its success prompted a touring show that has sold out halls across North America for over a decade. In 2007, the Mel Bay Publishing Company credited Bonnie as one of America?s top ten most influential traditional fiddlers of the 20th century.

"Have You Heard" by The Irish Rovers
from Merry Merry Time Of Year

The Irish Rovers is a Canadian Irish folk group created in 1963 and named after the traditional song "The Irish Rover." The group is best known for their international television series, contributing to the popularization of Irish Music in North America. All band members hail from Ireland, however the group was formed in Toronto, Canada. Since then there have been over 40 albums in North America with more internationally. ?Have You Heard? is a beautiful Christmas tune with an old world sound, but like with all the Irish Rovers songs, you?ll want to sing along. It?s written by George Millar who has written most of the Rovers? original music over the years.

"Christmas Pipes" by Katie McMahon
from Celtic Christmas

Katie McMahon is an Irish singer from Dublin. She was a soloist with the original Riverdance troupe. Her recordings have largely featured traditional Irish songs, occasionally in the Irish language. She has released five critically acclaimed solo CDs: After the Morning, Shine, Celtic Christmas, St. Patrick's Day and Christmas Angels.

 

The Celtic Christmas Podcast is excited to bring you Celtic Christmas music comes from Patrick K, Martyn Wylde, The Rogues, Keith and Kristyn Getty, Marc Gunn, The Malarkeys, Angus Mohr. www.celticchristmaspodcast.com

If you're a Celtic band with Christmas music (or you know someone who is), please submit your music here.

I want to thank everyone who helped turn A Celtic Christmas into a chart-topping hit on iTunes and Amazon. We are getting some absolutely brilliant reviews of the album and a lot of spins on radio stations around the globe. So thank you for your support.

Check out the Fun Celtic Christmas Playlist on Spotify or my pick of some of the Best Celtic Christmas Albums on Amazon

 

This Week's Celtic Christmas Music

"Sliding in the Snow" by Patrick Keith Ahern
from Sliding in the Snow

Patrick Keith Ahern?s music ranges from rock to rock ballads and Christmas music to singer/songwriter easy listening. He was influenced by all styles of music from U2 to the Pogues. His dad, a musician himself, also had a huge influence in his musical style as his dad was in bands such as The Arrivals and The Dukes of Jazz.

"Silent Night" by Martyn Wylde
from Single

With an extensive repertoire derived from the rich folk traditions of Ireland, England and Scotland along with his own original songs, Martyn Wylde continues the legacy of the Bards of old. Accompanying himself on guitar, bouzouki and mandolin, Martyn's pure tenor voice and three octave range combine with his multi-instrumental talent to form a truly unique folk instrument, bringing new life to material which is sometimes hundreds of years old.

"We Wish You a Merry Christmas/It Came Upon a Midnight Clear" by The Rogues
from Hellbound Sleigh

Founded in Houston in 1994, The Rogues created a new genre of Celtic music with exceptionally well-played pipes and driving percussion. The band's sound ranges from traditional pipes and drums to innovative textures incorporating whistles, keyboard and guitar, as well as many percussion instruments. Always present in The Rogues' music is that spirit that endears them to their audience. From technical precision to soaring melodies, a Rogues album and performance will move you to tears and get you dancing immediately afterwards.

"Hark the Herald Angels Sing" by Keith and Kristy Getty
from Joy - An Irish Christmas

Keith and Kristyn bring a high energy mix of American bluegrass and Irish folk music styles. The band is made up of some of Nashville's most sought after session players.

"The Scottish King of Christmas" by Marc Gunn
from Celtic Christmas Songs

Marc Gunn is a rhythm and folk musician inspired by Celtic culture, science fiction, fantasy, and cats. He breathes new life into the autoharp, which continues to surprise musical veterans and fans a like for it?s unique sound and spirited energy. It?s like a satirical jam session between The Clancy Brothers and Weird Al Yankovic. It?s Celtic music, the traditional and the twisted.

"We're All Home for Christmas" by The Malarkeys
from Bloody Brilliant

Contemporary Canadian Celtic rock popsters, noted for their live performance Celtic mash-ups that throw traditional Irish pub songs into unlikely medleys with more modern rock songs.

"Christmas Bells" by Angus Mohr
from A Christmas Pageant

Just as watery mist remakes the world and whisky remakes the man, Angus Mohr revitalizes the brogue of traditional Celtic music with an American blues accent and rejuvenates rock ?n roll?s broad spectrum with bagpipe and pennywhistles.

 

The Celtic Christmas Podcast is excited to bring you Celtic Christmas music comes from Marc Gunn, The Gleasons, Rathkeltair, Panodra Celtica, Iona, Boston Blackthorne, and Brobdingnagian Bards. www.celticchristmaspodcast.com

If you're looking for some great Celtic Christmas music, please consider buying a copy of A Celtic Christmas. This episode highlights more of the music from our new compilation CD which you can now buy on CD Baby. A portion of the profits from the sale of this album will go towards Celtic non-profits around the U.S..

If you're a Celtic band with Christmas music (or you know someone who is), please submit your music here.

 

This Week in Celtic Christmas Music

"Christmas in Scotland" by Marc Gunn
from Celtic Christmas Songs

"Irish Holiday" by The Gleasons
from A Letter to Erin

"Yule Log and Holly Berries" by Rathkeltair
from Something Good for Christmas

"The Holly and the Ivy" by Pandora Celtica
from On Thin Ice

"I Saw Three Ships Medley" by Iona
from Mid-Winter Light

"Christmas in Pittsburgh 1943" by Boston Blackthorne

"Bog Down in Christmas" by Brobdingnagian Bards
from Christmas in Brobdingnag, Vol. 1

If you enjoy this podcast, please do me a favor and go to iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Rate it. Share it. Post your comments. Let others know how much you enjoy the Celtic Christmas Podcast!

The Celtic Christmas Podcast is excited to bring you Celtic Christmas music comes from Mithril, Heather Dale, John McGaha, George Papavgeris, Tom Morley, Jed Marum, The Elders. www.celticchristmaspodcast.com

This is the first show of the 2013 season. I don't know if I will have other Celtic podcasters submitting their shows like they did in the past. I'm hopeful some will do so. In the meantime, I plan to release at least three shows this year, maybe a fourth if I get enough Celtic Christmas music submissions.

If you're a Celtic band with Christmas music (or you know someone who is), please submit your music here.

This Week in Celtic Christmas Music

"Galician Carol" by Mithril
from Winter's Day

"Hunting the Wren" by Heather Dale
from The Green Knight

"Gloucestershire Wassail" by John McGaha
from The Longest Night: A Winter Celebration

(Without You on) Christmas Day" by George Papavgeris
from Ordinary Heroes

"Cold Frosty Morning" by Tom Morley
from The Raven's Wing (a curious collection of fiddle tunes)

"Banjos We Have Heard On High" by Jed Marum
from Rejoice! A Christmas Album

"Christmas Day" by The Elders
from Single

If you enjoy this podcast, please do me a favor and go to iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Rate it. Share it. Post your comments. Let others know how much you enjoy the Celtic Christmas Podcast!

Today?s show is a Celtic Christmas Podcast exclusive featuring Celtic Christmas music from Burning Bridget Cleary, Liz Madden, Gaelica, Marc Gunn, Banshee in the Kitchen, Brigands' Folie, Seamus Kennedy.

Welcome to the final show of 2012. We will be back again in 2013 with a ton of new episodes. If you enjoy the music in this show, support the artists who support this podcast, join their mailing list and buy a CD. Then email them an email to let you know you found them on the Celtic Christmas Podcast. Keep the Celtic in Christmas!

You can find all of the artists in this show on CD Baby, Amazon, iTunes or through their individual websites.

The Celtic Christmas Podcast is brought to you through the generosity of the Patrons of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you enjoy this free podcast, become a patron and help spread Celtic Christmas cheer!

 

This Week's Celtic Christmas Music

"Peace and Plenty" by Burning Bridget Cleary
from Everything is Alright

"Happy Christmas Christmas Tree" by Liz Madden
from Chernobyl Children International Christmas Song

"Deck the Halls" by Gaelica
from Light, A Venezuelan Celtic Christmas Vol.2

"Silent Night" by Marc Gunn
from Silent Night (single)

"God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman" by Banshee in the Kitchen
from Invite the Light

"Christmas Waltz" by Brigands' Folie
from Twain

?Mrs. Foggarty?s Christmas Cake/The Cook in the Kitchen? by Seamus Kennedy
from Goodwill to Men

Today?s show is a Celtic Christmas Podcast exclusive featuring Celtic Christmas music from Jed Marum, Samantha Gillogly, The Langer's Ball, Rathkeltair, Jennifer Cutting's OCEAN Orchestra, Shauna Burns, Naomi's Fancy.

Welcome to the Celtic Christmas Podcast exclusive. Each show comes out in December and features 30 minutes of Celtic Christmas music while introducing you to a few facts about the performing artists. If you enjoy the music in this show, support the artists who support this podcast, join their mailing list and buy a CD. Then email them an email to let you know enjoyed them on the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

You can find all of the artists in this show on CD Baby, Amazon, or iTunes or through their individual websites.

If you enjoy this show, please become a patron of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

 

This Week's Celtic Christmas Music

"Joy to the World" by Jed Marum
from Rejoice! A Christmas Album

"O Holy Night" by Samantha Gillogly
from O Holy Night (Single)

"A Christmas Lullaby" by The Langer's Ball
from Holiday Singles

"I Believe in Father Christmas" by Rathkeltair
from Something Good for Christmas

"Time to Remember the Poor" by Jennifer Cutting's OCEAN Orchestra
from Song of Solstice: Celtic Music for Midwinter

"Carol of the Bells" by Shauna Burns
Song_Suggestions: Carol of the Bells, Silent Night
from A Winter Gathering

"Cold Frosty Morn/Elzick's Farewell" by Naomi's Fancy
from Crossing Borders

Celtic Christmas music from the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast featuring music from John McGaha, Jed Marum, Pandora Celtica, The Malarkeys, The Gothard Sisters, Heather Dale, Marc Gunn, Brocelïande, The Dregs, Coyote Run, Ceann, MacTalla Mor, The Elders, George Papavgeris. www.celticmusicpodcast.com

Discover more about the artists in this show at www.celticmusicpodcast.com. While you?re there, subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine and visit the link for our Celtic CD Store. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

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This Week

?Apples in Winter/A Messy Christmas? by John McGaha
from The Longest Night, A Winter Celebration

?What Child Is This? by Jed Marum
from Rejoice! A Christmas Album

?The Holly & The Ivy? by Pandora Celtica
from On Thin Ice

?We?re All Home for Christmas? by The Malarkeys
from Bloody Brilliant

?Silent Night? by The Gothard Sisters
from Christmas

?The Wren? by Heather Dale
from The Green Knight

?Christmas in Scotland? by Marc Gunn
from Christmas in Scotland ? Single

?Gloucestershire Wassail? by Brocelïande
from Sir Christèmas ? Songs of the Season

?We Be Soldiers Three/Carol of the Bells? by The Dregs
from Dreggnog

?Wise Men? by Coyote Run
from Tend the Fire

?Christmas Eve Is Here? by Jennifer Cutting?s Ocean Orchestra
from Song of Solstice: Celtic Music for Midwinter

?Hammered This Christmas? by Ceann
from Hammered This Christmas Single

?Christmas in Pittsburgh? by Jim O?Connor of Boston Blackthorne
from Christmas in Pittsburgh ? Single

?No Man?s Land (Christmas Truce)? by MacTalla Mor
from No Man?s Land

?Christmas Day? by The Elders
from Christmas Day Single

?(Without You On) Christmas Day? by George Papavgeris
from Ordinary Heroes

Today's show is a Celtic Christmas Podcast exclusive featuring Celtic Christmas music from The Gothard Sisters, Mark O'Connor, The Dregs, Brobdingnagian Bards, IONA, Julia Lane, Banshee in the Kitchen, Heather Dale.

Welcome to our first ever, Celtic Christmas Podcast exclusive. Each show comes out in December and features 30 minutes of Celtic Christmas music while introducing you to a few facts about the performing artists. If you enjoy the music in this show, support the artists who support this podcast, join their mailing list and buy a CD. Then email them an email to let you know enjoyed them on the Celtic Christmas Podcast.

You can find all of the artists in this show on CD Baby, Amazon, or iTunes or through their individual websites.

"The First Noel" by The Gothard Sisters
from Christmas

"Cherry Tree Carol" by Mark O'Connor
from Appalachian Christmas

"We Be Soldiers Three/Carol of the Bells" by The Dregs
from Dreggnog

"Little Drummer Boy" by Brobdingnagian Bards
from Christmas in Brobdingnag

"Gloucestershire Wassail/Can Wassel" by Iona
from Mid-Winter Light

"Simple Gifts" by Julia Lane
from Angels We Have Heard (Beloved Music of Yuletide)

"God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" by Banshee in the Kitchen
from Invite the Light

"Veni, Veni, Emmanuel" by Heather Dale
from This Endris Night

Celtic Christmas music re-podcasted from Raymond McCullough's Celtic Roots Radio podcast featuring music from Craicmore, Eddie Matthews & Maz, The Elders, Perpetual e-Motion, Tamara Power-Drutis, Blackthorn, Dan Rivers, Christie Cook.

Show notes:

CRR 26 - ?Where?s yer wheelie bin?? ?
Hosted by Raymond McCullough, in Belfast, Northern Ireland:
with music from:

Craicmore, (California, USA) - ?
'Rocky Road To Dublin', (From Hill & Hoolie);

Eddie Matthews & Maz, (Indiana, USA) -
'Star of the County Down', (Celtic Rock Party);

The Elders, (Missouri, USA) -
'Christmas Day', (single);

Perpetual e-Motion, (Maine, USA) -
'Flying Tent', (Perpetual e-Motion);

Tamara Power-Drutis, (Washington State, USA) -
'Carousel', (Tamara Power-Drutis);

Blackthorn, (Northern Ireland, UK) -
'David?s Song', (single)

Dan Rivers, (Louisiana, USA) -
'Whiskey in Heaven', (Louisiana Sky);

Christie Cook, (Texas, USA) -
'Wexford Carol', (Fair Breeze)

Celtic Christmas music from the Pub Songs Podcast featuring Marc Gunn, Craig of Farrington, Brobdingnagian Bards, Ceann, and Rathkeltair.

Wouldn?t that make a great album title? I?ve had it on my to do list for so long with no progress at using it. So I decided to just make a podcast using that title. Maybe it?ll inspire me to actually finish a Christmas album?. Or maybe not.

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Music:

?Celtic Christmas Elf Conscription Song? by Marc Gunn
from Single

?No Snow Never? by Craig of Farrington
from A Rhyme for Orange

?Bog Down In Christmas? by Brobdingnagian Bards
from Christmas in Brobdingnag

?Hammered for Christmas? by Ceann
from Single

?I Believe in Father Christmas? by Rathkeltair
from Something Good for Christmas

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Celtic Christmas music from the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast featuring Celtic Christmas Special, Part 2. Music from The AM String Band, Wicked Tinkers, Don Grieve, Samantha Gillogly, Brobdingnagian Bards, The Gothard Sisters, Boston Blackthorne, Jennifer Grassman, Gaelica, Ron Cody, Oona McOuat, Altan, Angus Mohr, Julia Lane. www.celticmusicpodcast.com

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This Week

"The Snow Day Waltz" by The AM String Band
from Take Root!

"Coventry Carol" by Wicked Tinkers
from Slainte Happy Holidays!

"The Winter Has Passed" by Don Grieve
from Tribute To Robbie Burns

"Da Day Dawn" by Samantha Gillogly
from Triad: 3 Songs for the Winter Solstice

"Bog Down in Christmas" by Brobdingnagian Bards
from Christmas in Brobdingnag

"Little Drummer Girl" by The Gothard Sisters
from Christmas

"Big Old City" by Boston Blackthorne
from County Kerry to Kerry Park

"What Child Is This?" by Jennifer Grassman
from Serpent Tales & Nightingales

"Niño Lindo" by Gaêlica
from Peace - A Venezuelan Celtic Christmas

"Snow on the Hills/Bobby Casey's" by Ron Cody
from The Talking Rake

"December Song" by Oona McOuat
from December Song Single

"The Snowy Pathy" by Altan
from Harvest Storm
courtesy of Compass Records

"Fum Fum Fum" by Angus Mohr
from A Christmas Pageant

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"Away in the Manger" by Julia Lane
from Angels We Have Heard (Beloved Music of Yuletide)

Celtic Christmas music from the Cleveland Celtic Podcast featuring Tommy Sands, The Elders, Eileen Ivers, Brigid's Cross, Sheri O"Meara, Ellery Klein & Ryan Lacey, Iona, Seven Nations, Coyote Run, Rose And Thistle Band, Fleur Mainville, The Barra MacNeils, Cherish The Ladies, Matt and Shannon Heaton, Cherish The Ladies.

"Like The First Time It's Christmas Time" by Tommy Sands from Too Shorten The Winter

"Elders Christmas Song" by The Elders from Christmas

"Christmas Day" by The Elders from Special Internet Release

"Reels: Christmas Eve/Oiche Nollag/High Road to Linton" by Eileen Ivers from An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas

"The Holly Tree" by Eileen Ivers from An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas

"More Than a Day" by Brigid's Cross from Noel - A BC Christmas

"The Lambs on the Green Hills" by Sheri O'Meara, Locklin Road & Friends from Christmas Light

"Step Into Christmas! a Holiday Performance Medley' by Ellery Klein & Ryan Lacey from Kick Into the Beat: Modern Irish Dance Music (Vol. II)

"Carol Of The Bells" by Seven Nations from Christmas EP

"God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" by Seven Nations from Christmas EP

"I Saw 3 Ships Come Sailing In/3 Little Boats/Chistmas Day Ida Moarnin'/Christmas Reel" by Iona from Mid Winter Light

"Haul Brothers, Haul!" by Coyote Run from Tend The Fire

"The Cherry Tree Carol" by Rose And Thistle Band from Celtic Christmas

"Jolly Old Saint Nicholas/Jingle Bells" by Fleur Mainville from Fleurries

"Christmas Together" by The Barra MacNeils from Christmas Album II

"Ding Dong Merrily On High - The Cordal Jig - Old Apples In Winter - Con Cassidy's" by Cherish The Ladies from On Christmas Night

"Gartan Mother's Lullaby" by Matt and Shannon Heaton from Maternity Leave EP

"Silent Night" by Cherish The Ladies from On Christmas Night

Holiday Picks at the Cleveland Celtic Podcast Website

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Celtic Christmas music from Marc Gunn's Pub Songs Podcast featuring Celtic Stone, Eileen Ivers, Banshee in the Kitchen, Julia Lane, Angus Mohr, Brobdingnagian Bards, The Gothard Sisters.

After last week?s show, I had to ask myself ?What is Celtic Christmas music anyway?? It?s a fairly generic, marketing term, just like ?Celtic music?. But for me it conjures up certain images and sounds that *I* want to hear. Love to hear your thoughts on it as well.

Notes:

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Celtic Christmas Compilation

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Music:

?Carol of the Bells? by Celtic Stone
from A Light Shall Shine: Music For Christmas

?Do You Hear What I Hear?? by Eileen Ivers
from An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas

?God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen? by Banshee in the Kitchen
from Invite the Light

?Christmas Potpourri? by Julia Lane
from Angels We Have Heard on High

?Christmas Bells? by Angus Mohr
from A Christmas Pageant

?Christmas Time in Texas? by Brobdingnagian Bards
from Christmas in Brobdingnag

?The First Noel? by The Gothard Sisters
from Christmas

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