VOICED: The renewal of Irish traditional music

The video discusses the evolution of Irish traditional music, highlighting its male dominance and the role of women in challenging this norm. It explores the growing popularity of folk music among youth and the significance of the Dublin Temple Bar Trad Fest in promoting local music. The challenges faced by Irish musicians abroad are also addressed, along with the growth and ambitions of the Trad Fest to become a leading Celtic music festival.

What is a notable feature of the band discussed in the first section?

• It is an instrumental band.

• It has six female vocalists.

• It is a solo artist.

• It has six male vocalists.

What challenge do Irish musicians often face according to the second section?

• Need to travel abroad for recognition.

• High competition within Ireland.

• Lack of musical instruments.

• Shortage of local talent.

What is the main goal of the Dublin Temple Bar Trad Fest?

• To host international pop stars.

• To provide a local audience for traditional music groups.

• To organize classical music concerts.

• To promote rock music.

How many tickets did the Trad Fest sell in its recent year?

• 10,000 tickets

• 40,000 tickets

• 30,000 tickets

• 20,000 tickets

What is the future ambition of the Trad Fest?

• To become a pop music festival.

• To focus solely on local artists.

• To reduce the number of performances.

• To rival the biggest Celtic music festivals worldwide.