French Traditions
France is home to generations-old traditions that span food, language and fashion – an unparalleled example of style and sophistication. If you are used to […]
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The Connection Between France and Ireland Roots
Around 70 million people claim Irish heritage worldwide and many can trace back their ancestry back to France in some way. French-Irish ancestry can be […]
French and Irish Music
Few musical genres remain free from Irish influence. Reels, jigs and hornpipes have long been part of folk music repertoire. Olwen acknowledges that this song […]
French Music in Different Genres
French music has always been open to influences from jazz and world music. Louise Attaque brought modern elements into Manouche and acoustic music through their […]
The Evolution of French Traditional Music
France has an illustrious cultural legacy. From solemn Gregorian chants to the poetic lyrics of chanson, France’s musical traditions have continually evolved with time. Regional […]
The Global Movements That Shaped French Arts
With such an extraordinary history of visual art, France is no doubt responsible for inspiring many global movements that have transformed the fine arts world. […]