A new film documents the hugely successful revival of the uileann pipes, writes Eoin Edwards

Renowned tin whistle player and founding member of the Chieftains, Sean Potts has died aged 83.

Amid emotional scenes, a hush descended on the crowd as the remains of Páidí Ó Sé were removed from his home to Ventry Church, scarcely 100 metres across the road.

Hollywood star Stephen Rea today paid tribute to Ireland's thriving traditional music scene saying it defines the nation in an ever-shrinking world.