Celtic Woman - Emerald: Musical Gems
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"Emerald – Musical Gems" was launched globally on February 25, 2014. This album showcases the talents of vocalists Chloë Agnew, Susan McFadden, Lisa Lambe, and fiddler Máiréad alongside a captivating selection of musical treasures.

Various Artists - Pure Bodhran: The Definitive Collection
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"Pure Bodhrán - The Definitive Collection" sounds like a fantastic anthology for anyone who appreciates the versatile and rhythmic beauty of the bodhrán. With Robbie Harris at the helm, you know you're in for a treat with a diverse selection of tracks showcasing this iconic instrument.

It's always a joy to explore the myriad ways the bodhrán can be utilized across different musical styles and settings, and with 19 tracks featuring some of the biggest names in ... read more

Hempson - Musique Ancienne Irlandaise (Early Irish Music)
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It sounds like they made a deliberate shift towards more pentatonic tunes, forsaking the traditional classical pieces from Hempson's and O'Carolan's repertoires that were harmonized by Bunting. This decision was likely driven by a preference for the satisfying and perhaps more culturally resonant qualities of pentatonic melodies.

Various Artists - Irish Music in London Pubs
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Good compilation, but nothing beats the sound of an actual pub house.

Various Artists - The Francis O'Neill Cylinders: Thirty-Two Recordings of Irish Traditional Music in America Circa 1904
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This album comprises thirty-two rare cylinder recordings of influential Irish traditional musicians, created around 1904 in Chicago by the famed collector Francis O'Neill.

Alfredo Costa Monteiro & Ben Owen - Point Rest, Falls
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This album features minimalistic ambience with a warm, personal feel, enriched by environmental sounds. It documents the intimate first meeting of the duo.

Sigma Project - KHÔRA: Cycle for Saxophone Quartet and Microtonal Accordion
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The dedication to the SIGMA Project and Iñaki Alberdi adds another layer of significance to the composition.

Uroš Rojko / Luka Juhart - Uroš Rojko; Iris ter Schiphorst; Luka Juhart: Works for Clarinet & Accordion
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Each composer brought their distinct style and vision to the collection, offering listeners a diverse and dynamic listening experience.

Bernard O'Sullivan & Tommy McMahon - Clare Concertinas
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Bernard O'Sullivan's contribution to traditional Irish music, particularly as a concertina player from County Clare, is invaluable. Collaborations like "Irish Traditional Concertina Music of Co. Clare" with Tommy McMahon provide a wonderful opportunity to experience the richness of Clare's musical heritage. It's recordings like these that help preserve and celebrate the unique musical traditions of Ireland.

Various Artists - Concertinas de Verão 2
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The album features a richly varied selection of music and songs, showcasing the diverse talents of the artists involved. Additionally, listeners can enjoy two arrangements for multiple concertinas

Bernard O'Sullivan & Tommy McMahon - Play Irish Traditional Music of County Clare
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It sounds like a treasure trove of Irish traditional music! The collaboration between Bernard O'Sullivan and Tommy McMahon, showcased on their cassette "Solo & Duet Box playing from the heart of Co. Clare," must capture the essence and spirit of County Clare's musical heritage beautifully.

Various Artists - Concertinas de Verão
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It's fascinating how different individuals perceive sound and musical nuances. What may sound slightly off-key to one person might be perfectly fine to another. It's a testament to the subjective nature of music appreciation and personal preferences.

Hélder Baptista - O Grande Talento em Concertina
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Honestly this album got some very interesting tunes but the album art and title can be misleading.

Franz Constant - Works for Accordion, Alto Saxophone, Piano & Symphonic Band (Frédéric Guérouet; Norbert Nozy; Jean-Claude Vanden Eynden); Concerto for Symphonic Band, Opus 121 (Symphonic Band of the Belgian Guides/Jean Baily; Norbert Nozy)
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As an amateur accordion player, I find the exploration of musical traditions and the 'minority' of Constant's grid of intelligibility quite inspiring. It's a reminder of the vast expressive potential of instruments like the accordion and the rich stories they can tell.

Jenny Conlee - Tides: Pieces for Accordion and Piano
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The concept of songs written for accordion in the seven Greek scales sounds both unique and intriguing! It's always inspiring to see musicians explore new avenues with instruments like the accordion.

Das Klarinettenduo Beate Zelinsky | David Smeyers / Krisztián Palágyi - PLUS! - Works for Clarinet Duo and Accordion
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That sounds like a fantastic combination! I'd love to explore and collaborate on a piece for the Clarinet Duo and Accordion. Exciting musical possibilities ahead!

The Dreadnoughts - Polka's Not Dead
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Going to look for this on youtube.

KSHMR - Harmonica Andromeda
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I am a die hard fan of free reed instrument such as accordion and harmonica. This is an album worthy to check out.

Ibro Lolov - Акордеон (Accordion)
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One of the works of the admirable Ibro Lolov.

Karl Gröenstedt's Accordion Orchestra - Swedish Polkas & Hambos
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Highly recommended Polkas and Hambos album.

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