Here’s the direct link to the podcast download of the radio documentary that I was interviewed for, and which was broadcast yesterday. Especially worth listening to Ann Heymann’s super performances of three of Byrne’s tunes.
Tag: Patrick Byrne
Patrick Byrne radio interview
Today I did a short radio interview with the Drogheda local radio station LMFM. They are making a programme about Patrick Byrne and were looking for some background information on the early Irish harp tradition. I will let you know when the programme is aired!
Music of Patrick Byrne, ‘The Last Irish Harper’
An event of interest coming up at James J. Hill House, 240 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102 USA:
Music of Patrick Byrne, ‘The Last Irish Harper’
Date: Nov. 20, 2010
Time: 7 p.m.
The bright, ringing sound of metal strings distinguish the ancient Irish harp from its other string relatives. Using historical techniques on a period replica, Ann and Charlie Heymann will perform the repertoire of Patrick Byrne — an Irish harper whose death in the mid-19th century brought a thousand-year-old tradition to a close. Byrne’s younger brother, Christopher, emigrated and settled in Faribault; Liam O’Neill of “Irish On Grand” will narrate and read excerpts of a letter between the brothers. Participants can meet the performers at a post-concert reception. Tours of the Hill House will also be available. Reservations recommended.