Harpers at Brighid: a Treasure House of Offerings

Harpers comprehend the significance of the fire festival of Brighid, dedicated to the goddess of smithcraft, poetry and healing.  It also signals the early stirrings of spring.  In honor of Brighid, here is a harper’s assortment of treasures. Enjoy the new Scoil na gCláirseach video, which gives a glimpse into the special world created by [...]

Learning through Skype Lessons

I cannot tell you how often I see posts on the WireHarp list from students who bemoan the lack of knowledgeable teachers in their area.   Complain no more, good people, as there is a solution to this dilemma!  Skype lessons can put you in touch with some of the most skilled teachers and players [...]

A Harper, a Queen, and the Trinity College Long Room

As you may have heard, Queen Elizabeth made a recent historic visit to Ireland.  When she visited the faculty and staff of the Trinity College Library, historical harper Siobhán Armstrong was one of the academic and cultural eminences there to meet her.  The Queen of England had the good fortune to see and hear Siobhán [...]