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The Thistle & Shamrock: The Lost Songs Of St. Kilda Hear the haunting melodies from St. KIida that offer a last link to the "island on the edge of the world."
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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: The Lost Songs Of St. Kilda

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The Thistle & Shamrock: The Lost Songs Of St. Kilda

The Thistle & Shamrock: The Lost Songs Of St. Kilda

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Hear the haunting melodies from St. Kilda that offer a last link to the "island on the edge of the world," featuring arrangements by composers including Sir James MacMillan with singer Julie Fowlis and additional music from Barrule.

Special Series

The Thistle & Shamrock

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