The subject of my research is Celtic folk in different historical periods. The objectives of my work are: firstly - to explore the roots of Celtic folk; secondly - to traсe Celtic traditions in Irish folk music in different historical periods; thirdly - to show how Celtic music was changing in these periods; finally - to show the influence of Celtic music on modern Irish music.
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During the First Millennium BC, Celtic-speaking people occupied a large part of central Europe
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THE W O R L D O F C E L T S
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Before introducing Christianity the King’s power was under the controle of druids
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The Druids were a sort of super-class of priests, political advisors, teachers, healers, and arbitrators among the Celtic tribes.
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Bards amused Ireland by their art of singing and playing the harp
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In ancient times the harpers were respected, considered to have near-magic powers
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The harp is among the chief symbols of Ireland.
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In the 17th century the epoch of Irish pipe began.
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Fiddlers (violinists) succeeded the poets with harp in the 18th century
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The flute is an integral part of Irish traditional music
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The tin whistle, which might be called a cousin of the simple-system flute, is also popular.
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The accordion spread to Ireland in the 19th century In Irish folk music the guitar is used to accompany singers as well as instrumentalists
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Skilled bodhran players are highly prized by most traditional musicians.
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We foot it all the night Weaving olden dances, Mingling hands and mingling glances Till the moon has taken flight.
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To and fro we leap And chase the frothy bubbles, While the world is full of troubles And is anxious in its sleep.
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The «Chieftains»(1963), whose music is based on the ancient Celtic traditions, celebrated the 45th anniversary this year.
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The Dubliners (1962) became very well known, not just in Ireland; they were also pioneers for Irish folk in Europe
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Celtic musical traditions live in the music of modern folk groups
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«Clann Lir» is the only group, whose repertory completely consists of songs, written on Celtic languages.
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My research allows me to make the conclusions: - Celtic folk was formed as comprehension of all musical heritage of Ireland, where Celtic musical tradition was not interrupted and didn't change its form; - Celtic music in all its variety goes on living. It is true to its ancient musical traditions, modern groups only add some new sounding to original music. - Celtic folk has integrated into modern Irish music and become popular.