Masterpieces of Celtic music. Recommended Irish music.

A comprehensive roundup of iconic Celtic music! From classic tunes you’ve probably heard to hidden gems still little-known in Japan, we’ve picked a wide range! Celtic music, developed by the Celts of Western Europe.

With a culture of oral tradition, Celtic music still holds many mysteries, but its origins are said to date back to before the Common Era.

As music passed down since ancient times, it blends various styles, making it an exceptionally rich genre to listen to! This time, we’ll thoroughly introduce standout masterpieces of Celtic music!

Playlist

Masterpieces of Celtic music. Recommended Irish music.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Drunken SailerThe Irish Rovers		A classic song by an Irish band from Toronto
2	Tír na nÓg ft. OonaghCeltic Woman		A group healed by Celtic music
3	Joy Of LifeThe Corrs		The renowned Celtic music band, The Corrs
4	FederkleidFaun		The Appeal of Fawn, a Band of Ethnic Instruments
5	Kid ar an Sliabh – feat. Harp Twins & Máiréad NesbittCamille and Kennerly		Celtic music: The Harp Twins performing with Máiréad
6	Fee Ra HuriOmnia		Omnia: an outstanding Celtic band, worth checking out
7	Óró Sé do Bheatha BhaileSeo Linn		Cool classic Celtic music
8	RockhillBeltaine		A contemporary reinterpretation of the Celtic musical tradition
9	Night In That LandNightnoise		Enigmatic music from Ireland
10	Celtic CarolLindsey Stirling		Lindsey Stirling’s captivating music
11	Cry Of The CeltsRonan Hardiman		A powerful Celtic music opening theme
12	Tu gitanaLuar Na Lubre		The diversity and uniqueness of Celtic music
13	The Call Of The MountainsEluveitie		A Swiss band with the essence of Celtic music
14	Black FoxHeather Dale		A dark track with Celtic musical influences
15	Siúil a Rúin (Walk My Love) feat. Lucy ChampionAnúna		A soulful, melancholic song from Ireland that resonates with the heart
16	Arrietty’s SongCécile Corbel		Theme songs from Studio Ghibli films, Corbel’s beautiful singing voice
17	A Celtic TaleAdrian von Zielger		Moving music by a composer from Zurich
18	CaledoniaCeltic Thunder		A Celtic music album track expressing love for one's homeland
19	Coisich A RuinCapercaillie		A captivating piece of traditional Scottish music
20	An Alarc’hTri Yann		Heroic tales and pride of Brittany
21	Perfect TimeMoya Brennan		A song of prayer to God that resonates in Moia’s heart
22	Star Of The County DownOrthodox Celts		A masterpiece that conveys the charm of Celtic music
23	Road to CamelotAvalon		The essence of Ireland’s legendary music
24	Road to CamelotDavid Arkenstone		A fantastical Celtic music piece
25	Whiskey in the JarThe Dubliners		The Appeal of The Dubliners, Pioneers of Celtic Music
26	Are you ready yet?Danu		Danu’s traditional Celtic music is captivating.
27	The River SingsEnya		An album that includes Enya’s signature songs
28	The Skye Boat SongThe Corries		A soothing Irish folk song from Scotland
29	Dirty old townThe Pogues		Celtic punk music by The Pogues
30	Harvest stormAltan		A traditional Celtic music band from County Donegal
31	Drunken LullabiesFlogging Molly		A Celtic-style pop rock tune
32	The Galway GirlSharon Shannon feat. Steve Earle		A collaborative Celtic music track becomes a massive hit
33	Ballad of the Fox HunterCherish the Ladies		The authentic musicality of a Celtic women’s band
34	Lord Of The DanceCeltic Spirit		An inspiring representative piece of Celtic music
35	Braveheart Theme SongJames Horner		The classic soundtrack from the movie Braveheart
36	Old Hag You Have Killed MeThe Bothy Band		Bo-Ji Band, traditional Irish folk music
37	The Irish washerwomanCeltic Legends		Conveying the charm of Irish music
38	Scarborough FairCeltic Woman		The Allure of Celtic Music and Its Traditional Melodies
39	The Battle of AughrimThe Chieftains		A world-renowned Irish music band
40	Morning NightcapLúnasa		The achievements of the Irish traditional music group Lúnasa
41	Autumn WaltzLisa Lynne		Autumn emotions played on a Celtic harp
42	Cry of the CeltsMichael Flatley		An innovative work of Irish dance
43	Chove en SantiagoLuar Na Lubre		From Galicia, heartwarming music of Lorca’s poetry
44	I Will Remember YouSeamus Egan		Sarah McLachlan, originally from an Irish band
45	VICTOR AND HIS DEMONSFIDDLER’S GREEN		German Irish punk band
46	May it beEnya		Enya, a singer from Ireland, enjoys worldwide popularity.
47	O’Sullivan’s MarchThe Chieftains		The legendary band that spread Irish music around the world
48	Weep Not For the MemoriesSeamus Egan		Irish flutist, Seamus Egan
49	Whiskey In The JarThe Killdares		The appeal of Celtic-style violin bands
50	Cadence to Arms (Scotland the Brave)Dropkick Murphys		A classic of Celtic punk rock
51	FirelandsTracey Hewat		Beautiful vocals of Celtic music, with a fantastic, enchanting charm
52	Rocky Road to DublinThe Dubliners		The Dubliners, a legendary band in Celtic music
53	Uncle DanIrish Descendants		Pub Music by a Celtic Music Band
54	Black is the ColourGaelic Storm		An inspiring song by a Celtic music band
55	ReleaseAfro Celt Sound System		Afro Celt: The Mystery of Cross-Cultural Music
56	YsAlan Stivell		A masterpiece depicting the legend of Celtic music
57	Gortoz A Ran J’AttendsDenez Prigent feat Lisa Gerrard		Breton music: the birth of a classic war film theme
58	The Bonny SwansLoreena McKennitt		Canadian Celtic music artist, captivating
59	Nothing But The Same Old StoryPaul Brady		Irish musician Paul Brady
60	Rose ConnollyThe Everly Brothers		Traditional Appalachian murder ballad
61	SONG FOR IRELANDJoan McInnes		Irish traditional song, sung by Joan
62	Down by the Sally GardensLark and Spur		Celtic music duo Lark and Spur
63	Drunken SailorIrish Rovers		Celtic music by an Irish band
64	Drunken SailorPaddy and the Rats		Pub punk band fuses with folk music
65	I Will Find YouClannad		The moving theme song from the film The Last of the Mohicans
66	Danny BoyEva Cassidy		A father's song to his son going off to war, a famous ballad