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The Thistle & Shamrock: New Year Sounds

Published January 14, 2021 at 8:00 AM EST

Cellist Ofra Harnoy is featured in this week's episode.

Having finally left 2020 behind, get 2021 off to a good musical start with some brilliant fresh sounds. Fiona Ritchie has selected an hour's worth of great music from Celtic roots for you to discover including The Chair, John Doyle and cellist Ofra Harnoy.

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