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Why the Harp on Your Pint of Guinness Faces a Different Direction Than Your Passport

Ireland is the only country whose national symbol is a musical instrument. But the harp on your Guinness pint faces the opposite direction to the one on your passport — and the reason reveals a century-old legal dispute and a story of survival.

The Disputed Irish Drum That Became the Heartbeat of Traditional Music

The bodhrán may be the most controversial instrument in Irish traditional music. Its origins are disputed, its name is debated — and yet no session sounds right without it.

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Music Has the Power to Bring People Together: The Story of Irish Traditional Music

Music Has the Power to Bring People Together: The Story of Irish Traditional Music Irish traditional music holds a special place in the hearts of many,…

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