Movies Similar to Bagpipes Calling!

Montserrat: Emerald of the Caribbean(2007)

In the late 1990s, massive volcanic eruptions destroyed Montserrat’s infrastructure and leveled the island’s capital, Plymouth. Today, Montserrat’s 4,000 citizens are still coming to terms with this traumatic event. "Montserrat: Emerald of the Caribbean" explores how shared values—community, hope, faith—and traditions serve as sources of strength and identity for Montserratians as they rebuild their lives together. The film culminates in a portrayal of the sights and sounds of Montserrat’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival, a commemoration of African slaves who rebelled against their Irish slave masters on Saint Patrick’s Day, 1768. A unique blend of African, Caribbean, and Irish traditions, the Saint Patrick’s Day Festival represents the past, present, and future of a resilient people.

Celtic Thunder: Voyage II(2012)

VOYAGE II is the second half of the concert and continues to pay homage to the musical culture of Ireland, while exploring the musical journey each soloist has undertaken since the beginning of Celtic Thunder four years ago. This time the ensemble including Keith Harkin, Ryan Kelly, Neil Byrne, George Donaldson and Emmet Cahill welcome 13-year-old Daniel Furlong to the fold as a guest artist on this recording. The group performances highlight the diversity of Irish music and song.

The Irish Rock Story: A Tale of Two Cities(2015)

This musical celebration charts the lives and careers of some of the biggest selling acts in Irish rock, punk and pop from Van Morrison and Thin Lizzy to The Undertones and U2. From the pioneers of the showbands touring in the late 50s through to the modern day, the film examines their lineage and connections and how the hardcore, rocking sound of Belfast merged with the more melodic, folky Dublin tradition to form what we now recognise as Irish rock and pop.

Celtic Woman: Postcards From Ireland(2021)

Celtic Woman’s new DVD represents the sentiment they would like to share with their fans around the world: one of love, hope and expectation as the world looks towards getting back together again. What better way to express these wishes than to write and send a postcard, but this postcard is written with the music and songs from Celtic Woman’s DVD ‘Postcards From Ireland’. This new DVD features Celtic Woman performing 13 brand new songs, plus some fan favourites, and also contains exclusive behind the scenes footage and interviews. Filmed in 14 iconic locations around the island of Ireland, join Celtic Woman on this magical journey, stopping off to perform their music in some of the most stunning land and seascapes in the country.

Celtic Woman(2005)

Celtic Woman is an all-female Irish musical ensemble. This album "Celtic Woman" was recorded live on 15 September 2004 at The Helix, Dublin, Ireland and was to be the first of many albums.

Riverdance: The Animated Adventure(2021)

A young Irish boy named Keegan and Spanish girl named Moya journey into a magical world of the Megaloceros Giganteus who teach them to appreciate Riverdance as a celebration of life. Based on the stage show phenomenon of the same name and featuring Bill Whelan’s multi-platinum Grammy Award-winning music.

Cerddwn Ymlaen(2004)

The highlights of the 20th Anniversary Concert celebrating the partnership between Wales' best -known political folk singer and the first international ambassadors of Welsh folk music, held at Machynlleth, Wales in October 2002.

La Grande Parade des Nations Celtes(2023)

Celtic Woman: Ancient Land(2018)

In September 2018 Celtic Woman filmed a stunning concert spectacular against the backdrop of the historic Johnstown Castle in County Wexford. This stunning outdoor show features brand new music from their studio album Ancient Land, and timeless favorites that never fail to warm the heart.

Celtic Thunder: Mythology(2013)

Celtic Thunder have chosen to return to their roots in order to film this musical odyssey back to the heart of the Celt. The core theme of Mythology is found in the opening number "Voices call from the old days, Voices tell from the past, Ancient laws and ancient old ways to recast." It's the story of the Celts in Ireland, their legends, their history and their stories. It's the lifeblood of modern day Ireland and it's influences from our Celtic past, which are still carried in each one of us as part of who we are and where we come from.

Celtic Woman: Songs from the Heart(2009)

The popular all female singing group brings its unique Celtic sound to a live concert at Powerscourt in Ireland.

Gael Force(2000)

Recorded at Dublin's Point Theatre and introduced by Emmylou Harris, Gael Force combines stunning live performances, beautiful melodies, and virtuoso playing from Ireland's greatest musicians and performers.

Celtic Woman: Homecoming - Live From Ireland(2017)

Multi-platinum international music sensation, Celtic Woman returns with their brand new live CD and DVD: Homecoming – Live From Ireland. Recorded live at a stunning show in Dublin, Ireland in September 2017, Homecoming features the angelic voices of Susan McFadden, Mairéad Carlin, Éabha McMahon and the breathtaking new violinist Tara McNeill. The show is renowned for its high-quality entertainment, exceptional musical performances and stunning visual productions, enthralling audiences of all ages. Homecoming – Live From Ireland captures this chapter of their extraordinary musical journey in this stunning live CD and DVD.

Festival Interceltique de Lorient - Le Grand Spectacle(2023)

Iona - Live in London(2004)

Live in London is a live video recording of the Celtic influenced progressive music group Iona. It was recorded during 2004 at a special concert in the University of London Union in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The double DVD includes classic songs and new material. Iona is the name of a progressive Celtic rock band from the United Kingdom, which was formed in the late 1980s by lead vocalist Joanne Hogg and multi-instrumentalists David Fitzgerald and Dave Bainbridge.[1] Troy Donockley joined later, playing the uilleann pipes, low whistles, and other instruments. Also featured on the dVD is an Acoustic Set and Band Interviews.

Tri Yann : Les Racines du Futur(2004)

"Les Racines Du Futur" features the group's 2003 concert at the Interceltic Festival at Lorient in Brittany. Extras included are interviews and video clips of the group.

Celtic Woman: Home for Christmas, Live from Dublin(2013)

A festive, musical enchantment featuring vocalists Chloë Agnew, Lisa Lambe, Méav Ní Mhaolchatha, and fiddler Máiréad Nesbitt. The concert features timeless holiday favorites ( Silent Night , I ll Be Home for Christmas , It Came Upon a Midnight Clear , Joy To The World ) with the group's signature Celtic Woman flair under the distinct musical direction of Emmy-nominated Music Director, David Downes. This large-scale one-hour production is complimented by Ireland's finest musicians comprised of a 36 piece orchestra and 40-member Philharmonic Choir.

Festival interceltique de Lorient - Le meilleur du grand spectacle(2021)

This real show brings together more than 500 artists from the Celtic planet around a fairyland of sounds and lights. Cyril Féraud takes us closer to the artists, on stage and behind the scenes of the show, in order to collect anecdotes and confidences from the musicians.

Loreena McKennitt: A Moveable Musical Feast(2008)

A Moveable Musical Feast is a unique souvenir of Loreena McKennitt’s 2007 An Ancient Muse tour and offers a rare backstage look at one of contemporary music’s most interesting live performers. Through candid interviews with Loreena, her band, crew, fans and professional colleagues from the Canadian music industry, we gain insight into her career, work ethic and the artistry that has been the foundation of her remarkable musical journey. Loreena and her fellow travellers entertain us with stories of how her show 'goes up', discuss the joys and challenges of their nomadic life when 'on the road' and share their thoughts on the creative relationships they have with each other, the music and the audience. A Moveable Musical Feast features 25 minutes of previously unreleased musical performances.

The Pogues: Poguevision(2006)

Thirteen examples of The Pogues unique brand of hellraising folk, ranging from punky takes on traditional Irish songs like 'Dirty Old Town' to the Shane MacGowan penned originals which offered romanticised visions of life viewed through the bottom of a bottle.