The Great Irish Songbook

Sat, Feb 28 11:00 P.M. NHPBS (11.1)

Join internationally acclaimed Sligo-based band Dervish and a stellar lineup of artists to celebrate the uniquely powerful Irish tradition of song, a tradition as powerful in America as it is at home. Reflecting the American experience for almost two centuries, Irish and American music are inextricably intertwined. One of the world's most renowned and imaginative interpreters of Irish folk music, Dervish have devoted the last three decades to gently reinventing the traditional songs of their homeland. They will be joined by special guests David Gray, Imelda May, Moya Brennan (of Clannad), The Indigo Girls, Kate Rusby and many more. Performances were filmed at the London Palladium, Dublin's National Concert Hall and more intimate venues like Leo's Tavern in Donegal. Featuring some of the greatest songs from Ireland, or songs influenced by the Irish song tradition - Bob Dylan, for instance - The Great Irish Songbook was filmed at the London Palladium, Dublin's National Concert Hall and more intimate venues like Leo's Tavern in Donegal

Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes and 46 seconds