Lughnasadh, celebrated on August 1, is a Gaelic seasonal festival honoring the Celtic god Lugh. It’s the time of the first harvest of fruits and grains, and baking bread from those grains. Lugh is known for his blacksmithing, craftsmanship, warrior prowess – and his harp. He played the “three strains” of music for the spiritual and emotional needs of the community: weeping for mourning, sleeping for rest, and dancing for joy.
I always kept these “strains” in mind when I was performing for people, knowing how powerfully the music of the harp resonates within us.
Listen to Amy play her harp and the Cardinal warbling with her. Tap Here.
Photos, Text and Video via Amy Kortum
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