“The Rakes of Mallow” is a traditional Irish jig that originated in the 18th century, celebrating the wild and carefree young gentlemen from the town of Mallow in County Cork. These...

“Roddy McCorley” is a famous Irish ballad that commemorates the execution of a young Irish rebel during the Irish Rebellion of 1798. The song tells the story of Roddy McCorley, who was...

“The Kerry Dance” is a sentimental Irish ballad composed in the late 19th century by James Lynam Molloy, with lyrics also penned by Molloy. Published around 1879, the song evokes...

“Be Thou My Vision” is one of the most beloved and enduring Irish hymns, with roots dating back to ancient Celtic Christianity. The text originated as an Old Irish poem called “Rop...

“I’ll Tell My Ma” is a traditional Irish children’s street song that has been passed down through generations, with its origins likely dating back to the mid-19th century...

“The Black Velvet Band” is a traditional Irish ballad dating back to the 19th century that tells the cautionary tale of a young man led astray by a beautiful woman wearing a black velvet...

“Green Grow the Lilacs” has a fascinating, somewhat misunderstood history. Though often considered an Irish folk song, it actually originated as an English or Scottish folk song that...

“The Water is Wide,” while often associated with Irish musical tradition, actually has its earliest documented roots in Scotland and England. The song dates back to the 1600s and appears...

“Carrickfergus” is a haunting Irish folk ballad whose origins remain somewhat mysterious despite its widespread popularity. The song takes its name from the town of Carrickfergus in...