Thistle And Shamrock: Mando Banjo Magic Stringed instruments of all sorts help forge Celtic music's identity. This week we feature two that have become central to its sound with Seamus Egan, Jane Rothfield, and Gerry O'Connor.

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Thistle And Shamrock: Mando Banjo Magic

May 2, 201212:42 PM ET

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Stringed instruments of all sorts help forge Celtic music's identity. This week we feature two that have become central to its sound with Seamus Egan, Jane Rothfield, and Gerry O'Connor.

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The Thistle & Shamrock

Host Fiona Ritchie explores Celtic roots music on her weekly radio program