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Irish Folk Concerts & Live Shows in London
Irish folk is a multifaceted traditional music genre deeply rooted in the Gaelic oral traditions and historical ballads of Ireland, having evolved significantly through the 18th and 19th centuries. Find upcoming Irish Folk concerts in London below.
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Upcoming Irish Folk Events · London
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Sound profile
A danceable, organic sound.
energy
60
danceability
75
valence
60
grit
20
organicness
95
commerciality
40
tempo
55
vocality
60
About Irish Folk
Irish folk is a multifaceted traditional music genre deeply rooted in the Gaelic oral traditions and historical ballads of Ireland, having evolved significantly through the 18th and 19th centuries. Typical instrumentation features acoustic instruments such as the fiddle, uilleann pipes, tin whistle, and bodhrán, often accompanied by acoustic guitar or tenor banjo. Rhythms are frequently defined by distinct dance forms like jigs and reels, characterized by driving, steady pulses or poignant, slow-air melodies. The genre's mood spans from deeply melancholic laments to high-energy, communal celebrations, serving as a primary cultural foundation for contemporary Celtic music, American bluegrass, and the broader international folk revival movements.
Also known as: Irish traditional music, Irish trad, Traditional Irish music
Parent genre:Folk
Irish Folk events in London - FAQ
What is Irish Folk music?+
Irish folk is a multifaceted traditional music genre deeply rooted in the Gaelic oral traditions and historical ballads of Ireland, having evolved significantly through the 18th and 19th centuries. Typical instrumentation features acoustic instruments such as the fiddle, uilleann pipes, tin whistle, and bodhrán, often accompanied by acoustic guitar or tenor banjo. Rhythms are frequently defined by distinct dance forms like jigs and reels, characterized by driving, steady pulses or poignant, slow…
What Irish Folk events are in London?+
Mood tracks all upcoming Irish Folk events in London - concerts, club nights, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily with new events across all major venues. Browse the listings above to find tonight's Irish Folk events or upcoming shows this week.
What are the characteristics of Irish Folk music?+
Irish Folk music scores high on organicness (95%), danceability (75%), and lower on commerciality (40%), grit (20%). These qualities shape the typical Irish Folk sound at live events and club nights.
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