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	Celtic CarolLindsey Stirling		Lindsey Stirling’s captivating music
9	RockhillBeltaine		A contemporary reinterpretation of the Celtic musical tradition
10	Tu gitanaLuar Na Lubre		The diversity and uniqueness of Celtic music
11	Night In That LandNightnoise		Enigmatic music from Ireland
12	Cry Of The CeltsRonan Hardiman		A powerful Celtic music opening theme
13	The Call Of The MountainsEluveitie		A Swiss band with the essence of Celtic music
14	Arrietty’s SongCécile Corbel		Theme songs from Studio Ghibli films, Corbel’s beautiful singing voice
15	Black FoxHeather Dale		A dark track with Celtic musical influences
16	Siúil a Rúin (Walk My Love) feat. Lucy ChampionAnúna		A soulful, melancholic song from Ireland that resonates with the heart
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	An Alarc’hTri Yann		Heroic tales and pride of Brittany
20	Coisich A RuinCapercaillie		A captivating piece of traditional Scottish music
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 CamelotDavid Arkenstone		A fantastical Celtic music piece
24	Road to CamelotAvalon		The essence of Ireland’s legendary music
25	Are you ready yet?Danu		Danu’s traditional Celtic music is captivating.
26	Whiskey in the JarThe Dubliners		The Appeal of The Dubliners, Pioneers of Celtic Music
27	The River SingsEnya		An album that includes Enya’s signature songs
28	The Galway GirlSharon Shannon feat. Steve Earle		A collaborative Celtic music track becomes a massive hit
29	Harvest stormAltan		A traditional Celtic music band from County Donegal
30	Dirty old townThe Pogues		Celtic punk music by The Pogues
31	The Skye Boat SongThe Corries		A soothing Irish folk song from Scotland
32	Drunken LullabiesFlogging Molly		A Celtic-style pop rock tune
33	Ballad of the Fox HunterCherish the Ladies		The authentic musicality of a Celtic women’s band
34	Old Hag You Have Killed MeThe Bothy Band		Bo-Ji Band, traditional Irish folk music
35	Morning NightcapLúnasa		The achievements of the Irish traditional music group Lúnasa
36	Braveheart Theme SongJames Horner		The classic soundtrack from the movie Braveheart
37	The Irish washerwomanCeltic Legends		Conveying the charm of Irish music
38	Autumn WaltzLisa Lynne		Autumn emotions played on a Celtic harp
39	Cry of the CeltsMichael Flatley		An innovative work of Irish dance
40	Scarborough FairCeltic Woman		The Allure of Celtic Music and Its Traditional Melodies
41	The Battle of AughrimThe Chieftains		A world-renowned Irish music band
42	O’Sullivan’s MarchThe Chieftains		The legendary band that spread Irish music around the world
43	Whiskey In The JarThe Killdares		The appeal of Celtic-style violin bands
44	Lord Of The DanceCeltic Spirit		An inspiring representative piece of Celtic music
45	I Will Remember YouSeamus Egan		Sarah McLachlan, originally from an Irish band
46	May it beEnya		Enya, a singer from Ireland, enjoys worldwide popularity.
47	VICTOR AND HIS DEMONSFIDDLER’S GREEN		German Irish punk band
48	FirelandsTracey Hewat		Beautiful vocals of Celtic music, with a fantastic, enchanting charm
49	Chove en SantiagoLuar Na Lubre		From Galicia, heartwarming music of Lorca’s poetry
50	Weep Not For the MemoriesSeamus Egan		Irish flutist, Seamus Egan
51	Cadence to Arms (Scotland the Brave)Dropkick Murphys		A classic of Celtic punk rock
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	ReleaseAfro Celt Sound System		Afro Celt: The Mystery of Cross-Cultural Music
55	YsAlan Stivell		A masterpiece depicting the legend of Celtic music
56	Gortoz A Ran J’AttendsDenez Prigent feat Lisa Gerrard		Breton music: the birth of a classic war film theme
57	Black is the ColourGaelic Storm		An inspiring song by a Celtic music band
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