Each week listeners join award-winning host Fiona Ritchie to explore the evolving Celtic musical traditions of Europe and North America. In addition to well-known artists and selections, Ritchie introduces curious listeners to Celtic influences in World and contemporary music and investigates other…
Discover the contemporary appeal of verses written over 200 years ago. Host Fiona Ritchie is not alone in her belief that the songs of Scotland’s National Bard are as relevant and popular today as they were when they were first written. Interpreted by the fresh \ voices of today’s singers, it’s…
Having finally left 2020 behind us, let’s get 2021 off to a good musical start with some brilliant fresh sounds. Host Fiona Ritchie has selected an hour’s worth of great music from Celtic roots for you to discover. The Thistle and Shamrock airs Saturdays at 11:00 am on KRCB-FM Radio 91 / streaming…
International best-selling author Alexander McCall Smith collaborated with the composer James Ross on their song cycle “These Are The Hands”. The writer and composer met with Fiona Ritchie to chat about the process of telling their stories and combining lyrics with musical arrangements. Singers…
Enjoy music from Antoni O’Bresky, Kathryn Tickell & Corrina Hewat, Parsons, Lunasa, Bonnie Riedeout, Karen Matheson, and more! Support KRCB FM NorCal Public Media during our Holiday Fundraiser! Visit norcalpublicmedia.org/donate and select a level of support that works for you! We have a variety of…
Karine Polwart performs live at the Birnam Book Festival and sings her well-known song “Follow the Heron”, also “Lark in the Clear Air” from Wind Resistance. Plus, songs by The Waterboys, Deacon Blue, and Spell Songs. The Thistle and Shamrock airs Saturdays at 11:00 am on KRCB-FM Radio 91 /…