Not every great Irish song is from Ireland. In fact, some of the most famous were not written in Ireland at all. Read on for their stories.

Feb 17, 2009 - Craig Sanders

Traditional Irish music is different from commercialized Irish pop like Celtic Women. Try some of the real thing this St. Patrick's Day.

Feb 22, 2010 - Katriena Knights

Tired of shamrocks and leprechauns? These traditional Irish gifts for St. Patrick's Day provide an opportunity to learn more about Ireland's culture.

Feb 12, 2011 - Paul Brown

From tying the knot to ringing the wedding bells to exchanging claddagh rings, Irish wedding customs add a rich aura of Emerald Isle heritage to the special day.

May 11, 2009 - Norman Kolpas

Traditional Irish music is one of the building blocks of bluegrass music. Try these Irish accented bluegrass songs for a rollicking St. Patrick's Day celebration.

Mar 16, 2010 - Diane Amov

The annual Moniaive Folk Music Festival is held each May in what has become known as Scotland's Festivals Village. 2009 sees Dervish headlining the 3-day event.

Apr 24, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

With harp and fiddle, the Irish sing of battles won and lives lost. Below are the stories behind four of the most popular: The Patriot Game, Mrs. McGrath, and others.

Feb 18, 2009 - Craig Sanders

A visit to the Merry Ploughboy Pub is a great introduction to the music and food of Ireland. 

Nov 20, 2011 - Kathleen Curry

Hot Irish soda bread served with fresh butter and damson plum jam along with a glass of cool ginger plant ale refreshes body and mind on a warm summer day.

May 2, 2010 - Richard Fleck

A traditional Irish breakfast can vary from one Irish household to the next, but the basics are the same: meat, eggs and vegetables, all prepared in a frying pan.

Jul 30, 2009 - Tina Costanza

Planning a wedding always prompts questions of what customs are in the bride and grooms heritages and how can they be incorporated in this special day.

Jun 4, 2010 - Meghan Fahy

When planning an Irish or Celtic themed wedding, there are a number of ways to include ancient and historical traditions and beliefs into the event.

Jun 8, 2009 - Hayley Harrison

Folk Music has been with us since the beginning, the realm of the workers and common people. The history of Folk is the history of civilization.

Dec 12, 2008 - Craig Sanders

The perfect Christmas gift is something that can be enjoyed on the day and also repeatedly enjoyed into the New Year and beyond. A good folk music album fits the bill.

Oct 10, 2008 - Alistair McCulloch

As our world became more industrialized native folk songs began to dissapear. Through the efforts of many dedicated composers much of this heritage has been preserved.

Apr 30, 2006 - Chad Criswell

Music and drugs have had a long and sordid love affair. Read on for the history of drugs in folk music.

Jun 15, 2009 - Craig Sanders

Irish music helps set the tone for a theme wedding. Couples can choose from Celtic songs that range from religious to secular, fitting any type of ceremony.

Jun 8, 2009 - Hayley Harrison

Suite101 does the shopping for you with ideas on the perfect gift for the Folk fan in your life.

Nov 28, 2009 - Craig Sanders