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Thistle And Shamrock: Northern Highlights Music from Scandinavian artists this week and their soul mates in the most northerly reaches of the Celtic world.
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Host Fiona Ritchie explores Celtic roots music on her weekly radio program
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Music from Scandinavian artists this week and their soul mates in the most northerly reaches of the Celtic world. Listen for Orkney sisters Jennifer and Hazel Wrigley, also Aly Bain and Ale Moller, Vartina, Vasen and the inspired pairing of English accordion player Karen Tweed with Finnish pianist Timo Alakotila.

Special Series

The Thistle & Shamrock

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