{"product_id":"ceoltoiri-chualann-the-band-that-changed-the-course-of-irish-music-includes-400-musical-arrangements-9781781178690","title":"Ceoltoiri Chualann: The Band that Changed the Course of Irish Music -Includes 400 Musical Arrangements","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eCeoltóirí Chualann: The Band that Changed the Course of Irish Music is a captivating account of the legendary Irish folk music ensemble and their groundbreaking concepts, written by Peadar Ó Riada. It features the experiences and records of Éamon de Buitléar, Michael Tubridy, and the Ó Riada archives, enriched by Seán Ó Sé's anecdotes. The book showcases the band's ability to blend traditional Irish music with complex orchestration and explores their creative process, including rehearsals, recordings, broadcasts, and a detailed discography. It includes 400 musical arrangements and original scores in Seán Ó Riada's hand, making it an invaluable resource for musicians and enthusiasts alike. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10 April 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mercier Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch1\u003eCeoltóirí Chualann: The Band that Changed the Course of Irish Music\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lively and engaging account of the legendary Irish folk music ensemble Ceoltóirí Chualann, and the first time that readers can see the groundbreaking concepts used by Seán Ó Riada and his band Ceoltóirí Chualann as they changed the course of Irish Music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by \u003cem\u003ePeadar Ó Riada\u003c\/em\u003e, blending memoir and historical narrative, this book draws on the experiences and records of \u003cem\u003eÉamon de Buitléar\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMichael Tubridy\u003c\/em\u003e, and the \u003cem\u003eÓ Riada\u003c\/em\u003e archives, enriched by \u003cem\u003eSeán Ó Sé\u003c\/em\u003e's anecdotes. From the birth of the band to the complexities of their trailblazing musical arrangements, composed by the visionary \u003cem\u003eSeán Ó Riada\u003c\/em\u003e, this book showcases their ability to blend traditional Irish music with complex orchestration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe magic of their story unfolds against the backdrop of a changing Ireland, where traditional music, once marginalised, began to find new expression and appreciation as their popularity and influence grew. The book also explores the bands creative process, featuring details of rehearsals, recordings, broadcasts and a detailed discography. It includes 400 musical arrangements and original scores in \u003cem\u003eSeán Ó Riadas\u003c\/em\u003e hand. This is an invaluable resource for musicians and enthusiasts alike and a unique insight into the creative genius of the ensemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Band that Changed the Course of Irish Music\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCeoltóirí Chualann: The Band that Changed the Course of Irish Music\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eis not just a historical account but a heartfelt tribute to the musicians who redefined Irish traditional music. Its essential reading for those interested in understanding the profound influence of \u003cem\u003eSeán Ó Riada\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eCeoltóirí Chualann\u003c\/em\u003e on the revival and evolution of Irish music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 215 x 160 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781781178690\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peadar O Riada","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":45937863885050,"sku":"9781781178690","price":19.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/files\/1715370710702_book.jpg?v=1715593418","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/ceoltoiri-chualann-the-band-that-changed-the-course-of-irish-music-includes-400-musical-arrangements-9781781178690","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}