Therese Powell/KERA News Irish bagpipes, or Uilleann pipes (rhymes with chillin'), are a traditional Irish instrument that date back to the 18th century. But, as popular as they are in Ireland, ...

Having friends who are musicians has enlightened me about the persona of many musical instruments. It didn’t take me long to realize the banjo is a joke to many. I never knew that and, frankly, don’t ...

SMITHVILLE, New Jersey (WPVI) -- A celebration of Irish culture took place in New Jersey today at the Smithville Irish Festival! "You don't have to be Irish to come and celebrate, it's a celebration ...

MUSKEGON, Mich. (WOOD) — Beginning Sept. 11, visitors to Heritage Landing park in Muskegon can attend the annual Michigan Irish Musical Festival, which features over 25 artists. “We try to offer ...

The Highland bagpipe is an integral part of Scottish culture and history, famous for its distinctive, powerful sound that even accompanied troops as they landed in northern France on D-Day. But the ...

On the heels of the river dyeing and parade in downtown Chicago, St. Patrick's Day celebrations kicked into high gear as the holiday commenced on Sunday. Parades stepped off on the city's Northwest ...

ANDOVER, N.Y. (WIVB) — Stephen Walker has been playing the bagpipes ever since he was 12 years old, and he’s hoping for some help finding mementos from his musical past. “I was always around this ...