An anthology which attempts to introduce a listener to Irish music but fails to include The Chieftains, is akin to discussing Irish literature and failing to mention James Joyce. Most of these tracks are the new-age approach to celtic music which are not traditional. Irish music is my favourite music of all, and here are my recommendations:Dolores Keane with John Faulkner - Sail Og Rua (simple, gorgeous minor-celtic harmonies that send shivers down your spine)Dolores Keane - A Farewell to Erin (fantastic)The Chieftains - Anything, start with Best Of or Greatest HitsThe Dubliners - The Best Of (my 2-cd set came from Holland through Amazon.com and it's fantasticThe Johnstons - Barley Corn (gorgeous husky female voices, great fiddle & guitar playing)The Johnstons - Bitter Green (their version of Lord Thomas and Fair Ellender, in 3-part harmony, is one of the most haunting things I've ever heard)Happy listening - slainte!