We know that those who are into Celtic music and culture may be interested in learning more about these things when they have some down time…which is why we decided to share this list of Celtic-related magazines and publications. Although it’s not a comprehensive list, it sure is a good starting place! Take a peek at the offerings here and see if there’s something you may want to dive into—or subscribe to—there are plenty to choose from. It’s a list of 17—how very St. Patrick’s Day of us!
Celtic Music Magazine – this is our own online mag, and we’d like to think it’s a really good one! Hear about the latest music releases from wonderful independent Celtic music artists, keep up on the latest shows, get free music downloads, and more. This is a good place to keep up on Celtic musicians from all over. Don’t miss it!
Irish Music Magazine – keep tabs on traditional Irish music in today’s society with Irish Music Magazine. Stay abreast of upcoming tours, events, and festivals, and much more.
The Living Tradition – this magazine covers Scottish and Celtic music and dance. It has reviews, as well as information on live and recorded music and related events.
Treoir – this is the magazine of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Eireann, a non-profit that is the largest group involved in the preservation and promotion of Irish traditional music. They have back issues available online.
Fiddler Magazine – this one is pretty self-explanatory! If you adore all things fiddle, this could be the publication for you! Geared for both those who play, and those who listen.
Irish America Magazine – this publication covers cultural, economic, political, and social issues that Irish in the U.S. may find of interest.
Celtic Life International Magazine – offerings range from history, to humor, to reviews, recipes, and events. Large in scope!
History Ireland – historical topics complete with visuals, such as photographs, maps and more.
GoldenPlec – this Irish music website has several issues of it’s magazine online that are definitely worth checking out.
The Thin Air – while you’ll need to be in Ireland to get physical copies of this magazine, they have a good online mag presence as well.
Is this music? – lovers of Scottish music will want to check this online magazine out for sure, featuring, “independent sounds from Scotland”.
SNACK Magazine – with a tagline like, “Made with enough love to burn suns”, who wouldn’t want to check out this independent monthly Scottish mag?
The Wee Review – Scottish magazine that features online arts and culture information and articles. Performing arts reviews and more.
Folk & Honey Magazine – this website has an online section titled, “Scotland Folk Magazine and News”. Dive on in!
Music News Scotland – an online publication that covers Scottish music news, as it’s title clearly suggests!
Chordblossom – for those who are interested in following music from Northern Ireland, this publication is for you.
Journal of Music – online Irish magazine that’s supported by the Arts Council. You’ll find reviews, news, opinion pieces and more here.
Catherine L. Tully is a freelance writer and photographer who specializes in the arts. She has written for American Style and Classical Singer, among other magazines, and for the Celtic Music Magazine for nearly 15 years.
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