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The Thistle & Shamrock: Sea Sound Host Fiona Ritchie picks music, old and new, that conveys images and moods of the sea.
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The Thistle & Shamrock

Host Fiona Ritchie explores Celtic roots music on her weekly radio program
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The Thistle & Shamrock: Sea Sound

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This week's show includes music from composer and harpist William Jackson.

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Images and moods of the sea emerge this week from both traditional and new music, including the classical sounds of A Scottish Island, William Jackson's work for fiddles, pipes, woodwind and strings.

Special Series

The Thistle & Shamrock

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