Irish Music Stories Podcast

80 EpisodesProduced by Shannon HeatonWebsite

The show about traditional music, and the bigger stories behind it.

About the Host

Shannon Heaton

Host

Welcome to Irish Music Stories, the show about traditional music, and the bigger stories behind it. I’m your host, Shannon Heaton. I play Irish flute and sing; I travel around the globe to perform and teach; and I LOVE Irish music and dance, and related Celtic traditions. Creating this show is my way of sharing the rich inspiration that the global 'trad' community has given to me. And you don’t have to know ANYTHING about jigs and reels to listen! Learn more and support the show at https://www.shannonheatonmusic.com/ims

What fans say about the podcast

A true insider’s window on a fascinating world

Shannon is both a brilliant Irish musician as well as a deeply thoughtful interviewer. The editing is excellent, and the content is choice. One of the single best repositories of insight into Irish music, the scene surrounding it, and the people who populate it.

— Tim Britton

The life behind the music

Listening, and re-listening, to each episode in Shannon’s podcast will help you understand the life behind Irish music... Her skill in interviewing others not only draws out their deepest thoughts about music, but also the joy it brings them. Your heart is drawn in, your thoughts and imagination are captivated.

— Brian Benscoter

Featured episodes

March 12, 2019

Episode 26-Kitchen to Concert Stage

What happens when old traditional music and dance move onto modern concert stages? Do Celtic traditions get a big boost? Do they lose anything on the …

September 28, 2023

Episode 75-Betting on the Punters

Could traditional music sessions exist without listeners? Are the non-playing listeners in public spaces important for tune players? Here’s a brief …

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