Jane Cassidy explores the tradition of Irish rhyme and song used to celebrate one's pride of place, looking at the travelling poets and harpists, and the practice of selling ballads at hiring fairs. Show more
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Jane Cassidy explores the tradition of Irish rhyme and song used to celebrate one's pride of place, looking at the travelling poets and harpists, and the practice of selling ballads at hiring fairs. Show more